How to dress your baby in cold weather: My top tips

HOW TO DRESS YOUR BABY IN WINTER ❄️☃️

You've heard my advice to avoid the snowsuits when using a baby carrier to prevent overheating (and to make it easier to get a good, safe carrying position). Thin, light layers are a better idea as they're less bulky and can be whipped of more easily.

So how should you dress your little one? Well, that varies on the temperature and wind chill where you are, and whether you tend to run hot or cold.

As a rough rule of thumb:
1.You count a 1 layer of clothing for them, as you generate heat
2 .The carrier/wrap is like another
3. A brisk walk/stepping indoors is like a third layer.
So even if they're just in a vest a sleep suit that's like 5 layers!

But.... what about their extremities? Well, keeping hands, feet and heads warm is a good idea BUT it's not as important as keeping their core temperature correct. (And make sure you size UP with sleepsuits so little toes don't get squished).

Hands: are mostly going to be in the wrap/carrier. If their arms/hands are more exposed, opt for tops with extra long sleeves of hands that can be folded over. Mittens are a faff.

Feet: Stay on booties are awesome for VERY cold weather. These wool booties for newborns and our padded booties, both from Mamalila, are the BEST I've found in 10 years.

Hats: babies hate them. If all else is snug and warm it's not the end of the world to do without. But a baby balaclava- style elephant hood or hat with ears can be handy. I love these Loud and Proud ones.

A babywearing coat: Goes over both of you, makes everything easier. Best investments you'll make.

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[gonzales]

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