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How to Dress Your Infants Appropriately?

by Natasha S on September 19, 2019

Dressing up infants the right way is too tricky because unlike adults, they cannot convey that the romper is too fitted, the material is causing discomfort or the threads are hurting them. Often, first-time parents tend to dress their kids only to see them crying at the top of their tiny lungs later. No doubt, this is distressing for the parents because a baby has no language or any other method of communication except high-pitched crying. Fortunately, every problem comes with a solution and so does this one. As a new parent, you just need to keep a few simple things in mind before you buy your baby's clothes and before you dress them. Continue reading below to know what we are talking about. 

Stretchy Rompers

First, make it a rule of thumb to buy stretchy rompers with buttons or zip at the front. Such rompers are easy to pass through the baby's head and it takes less time to dress the baby up. Hyper and restless babies are especially hard to handle so dresses with front openings are always preferred. Otherwise, this five minutes long process turns into a twenty minutes long battle because restless and hyper babies tend to give a tough time to their already tired mom and dad.

Organic Cotton

The significance of organic cotton in a baby’s life cannot be emphasized enough. Baby skin is not really good with handling synthetic material which is lined with harmful chemicals. Conventional cotton is also uncomfortable and does not let the baby live in peace. A wiser idea would be to get 100% organic clothing as the material is extremely soft and comfy. SoftBaby has the widest variety of high-quality and organic clothing for the little ones. Head over to the store if your baby's wardrobe is deprived of healthy organic clothing. 

Avoid Too Many Layers

Often, parents and grandparents feel that it's best to wrap the baby in four, five or six layers to protect them from the harsh winter winds or the freezing temperature of an air-conditioned room. This is absolutely a misconception. You will suffocate the poor soul this way who doesn't even know how to convey that the layering is hurting them. During cold temperatures, just a couple of layers with warm material should work. The innermost layer should be thin to keep the discomfort away. Over layering should totally be avoided at night. Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is an actual problem which is generally caused due to suffocation. The key is to layer it up appropriately but don't go overboard. Experts say that the number of layers for your baby should be equal to the number of layers you are wearing plus one.

Full-body Clothes in the Sun

Sunlight exposure is just as bad as cola and candies for the little ones. First, try not to take your baby out in the sun. If the sunlight exposure is unavoidable then focus on the right kind of dressing. Dress your baby in full-body clothes to keep the skin safe. Also, make them wear a hat to stop the sunlight reaching their faces. This is very important because harsh sunlight exposure does not even spare adults who generally have better immunity than babies.

    No Fancy Clothes

      Net, frills, beads and sequins are not an infant's cup of tea. Never dress your infant like they are going to the Met Gala. Such dresses can leave a bad impact on their skin and the discomfort that comes along with fancy dresses is another story. You can still make your baby look cute by dressing them up in clothes with adorable prints.

        Keep the Body Dry

          Don't rush into dressing your baby right after bathing them. Dry their bodies with a soft towel, moisturize them and then put on the romper or onesie. Wearing clothes on wet bodies invites several skin conditions including fungus so always be careful.

            Less is More

            Remind yourself that less is more when you are dressing up your baby for their deep sleep. Beanies and mittens pose a serious risk during the night as babies easily wriggle out of them. This often results in SIDS. Also, if you or someone you know has a baby girl then please don't overload them with stretch bands or any other accessories. There have been many reported cases where headbands slip out of the baby's head and get stuck on the neck causing extreme suffocation. Hence, be easy on the baby. They have all their life ahead to dress up like fashion icons.

              Dressing Up for the Car Seat

                Car seats can be uncomfortable and dangerous for the babies during winters because of thick and puffy clothing. This is because the extra air between the baby and the clothes could be dangerous if there's an accident. Simply take a blanket along when travelling. Take off the heaviest layer and replace it with a blanket while the baby is in the car seat.

                  Avoid Fur

                    The fur is not just bad for babies with respiratory problems but also normal and healthy babies. If your baby does not have any allergy then dressing them up in fur coats can result in some. Buy basic clothes until the baby develops a strong immune system to avoid any chances of allergies.

                      Keep the Hands Covered

                        Although mittens are considered to be dangerous for the babies at nighttime, they are highly beneficial otherwise. Infants tend to scratch their faces with their nails which is why their hands should be covered while they are under your supervision.

                         

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