Dressing Your Baby

Tiny T-shirts, mini mittens, itty-bitty booties—is there anything cuter than baby clothes? But before you buy out the store, remember that you’ll be changing your baby a lot, so stick with clothes that are simple, practical, and comfortable. Here are some things to keep in mind:

·        Babies need an additional layer (one more layer than you do) to keep their tiny bodies warm. So buying a bunch of solid cotton bodysuits for under dresses, sweaters, pants, and pj’s makes sense. They’re inexpensive and so cozy that most babies live in them. Bodysuits also add a protective layer between clothing and diaper in the event of a leak.

·        Look for clothes that are easy to get on and off. Consider kimono-style shirts or other pieces that snap up the front so you can avoid pulling everything over baby’s head.

·        Instead of buying outfits, opt for mix-and-match separates. This way, if she gets one part of her outfit dirty, you can just change that piece and she’ll still look fabulous!

·        Don’t forget the most important accessory: a hat. Keep a cotton or knit one on a newborn to conserve body heat. As baby gets older, make sure she has at least one for summer (something with a brim) and one for winter (knit or made of fleece, ideally with coverings for her ears).

·        Footwear can be a bit tricky. Look for sock styles that stay put—pulling off her socks may soon become one of your baby’s favorite activities. Often, the thicker the material, the more challenging it is to get them to stay on. You might want to put soft shoes on her as well, to keep the socks on and her feet protected.

·        Wash all her clothes before she wears them. Use a mild detergent (like Baby Magic Mild Laundry Detergent) so you don’t run the risk of irritating her delicate skin. But don’t feel you have to wash her clothing separately from the rest of the family’s. As long as you’re using a mild detergent, you can put everything in together.

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