Enjoying the Winter Weather with a Baby

Snowflakes descend, transforming your yard into an Instagram-worthy winter wonderland. You can’t wait to break out your smartphone camera and start capturing the magical moment with your little one.

Not so fast, though.

As beautiful as your wintry world is, it can also be dangerous if your baby isn’t appropriately dressed for the cold. Babies’ bodies lose warmth quickly, and it’s not easy for babies to relay that they don’t feel comfortable. Knowing how to dress a baby in the winter is essential for ensuring your child enjoys a sensational yet safe time outdoors when Old Man Winter comes. Let’s explore the best baby winter clothes and outerwear options, as well as the top cold-weather baby accessories this season.

How to Dress a Baby in the Winter

Parents wondering how to dress a baby in the winter should practice the layer rule. This involves dressing your child in base, middle, and outer layers.

Your base clothing layer includes your baby’s onesie (covers only the torso), sleeper (covers the entire body), or pants and shirt. Use this layer to regulate your baby’s body temperature. The middle layer insulates the body by keeping warm air near the skin. Excellent examples of middle-layer baby clothing include a sweatshirt or sweater, especially if you can conveniently zip it up or down as needed. 

Your final layer is your child’s outerwear, like a snowsuit or coat (more on this later). The outer layer safeguards your little one from the snow and rain. Choose a waterproof snowsuit or coat if you’re wondering how to dress a baby in outerwear in the winter. These options will keep your little one comfy and dry on the wettest winter days.

Baby Winter Outerwear

Choosing the right outerwear — snowsuits or coats as mentioned earlier — is an essential part of knowing how to dress a baby in the winter. Some parents prefer coats; others prefer snowsuits. Both offer unique advantages.

Snowsuits are among today’s warmest baby winter outerwear choices, but dressing your child in one can be a hassle. It’s not as convenient for a last-minute store run or diaper change. A winter coat is simpler to use but doesn’t fully cover the body, making it less desirable for those wondering how best to dress a baby in the winter when spending extended periods outdoors.

Try out your chosen outerwear’s closures before buying it for your little one. You want to be confident you can unzip, unbutton, or un-Velcro your little one’s snowsuit or coat effortlessly, even with gloves on.

A hat is another important item to add to your baby’s winter outerwear collection. Winter hats (e.g., baby beanie hats) are important garments if you’re wondering how to dress a baby in the winter since they protect babies’ heads from moisture and cold.

Your Baby’s Extremities

Your child’s feet, hands, and ears are especially susceptible to frostbite, so keep them covered, too. Many snowsuits cover the wearer’s hands, but you can also slip mittens onto your child’s hands to keep them toasty. 

Is your little one feisty and constantly ripping their mittens off? Place children’s socks over the mittens to secure them. Avoid using mittens featuring strings since they could pose a strangling hazard.

Cold-Weather Baby Accessories

Parents exploring how to dress a baby in the winter should also consider investing in an infant carrier to keep their babies warm. Baby carriers like Abiie’s Huggs® Baby Carrier trap the parent’s and baby’s body heat, keeping both warm and cozy. The Huggs® carrier, dubbed the “best seat on the go,” is especially popular due to its ergonomic design with its “M” seating position to prevent hip dysplasia in your child. It also provides all-day back and waist comfort for Dad or Mom. This versatile carrier’s various carrying positions (e.g., front and rear) make this baby accessory a top choice among parents, too.

Suppose you’re wondering how to dress a baby in the winter when they’re riding in your carrier. Consider dressing your little one in a onesie or sleeper and drape a quality baby carrier coat over you both. These coats are designed to slip over the adult wearer, child, and baby carrier. They offer warmth and protection from the winter elements, eliminating the need for baby winter outerwear.

You could wear a thick coat and then place your baby carrier on top of the coat if you don’t have a baby carrier coat, but this may not be as comfortable. You also might struggle to tell how your little one is fairing as easily. If you still prefer a regular coat to a baby carrier one, ensure your coat remains zipped below your child’s neck area and avoid wearing a scarf while wearing your baby to prevent a child suffocation risk.

Other Accessories That Can Help in Winter

In addition to mastering how to dress a baby in the winter and using a baby carrier to make them feel warm, remember that warm foods like chicken noddle soup and oatmeal can keep your 6-month-old or older child feeling cozy on a cold day. Serve them in baby bowls like Abiie®’s silicone suction bowls, which are designed to stay put even when used by the most active little eaters. Abiie’s Beyond Junior® Y High Chair can help your child feel secure and comfortable while eating their food, and Abiie’s Ruby Wrapp® Bibs will keep their clothes clean.

Additional Tips For Dressing Baby in the Winter

Although the right clothing and outerwear can help keep your baby snug when temperatures drop, limit your child’s time outdoors if temperatures drop to minus four degrees Fahrenheit. This is especially important on a windy day.

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