Clothing for the newborn: a list, what you need and how to choose

Since the newborn baby grows quickly, at first you will not need a lot of clothes. After about a month, you will already have to buy some new things. However, there should be enough clothes to have clean things in reserve in case there is no possibility to wash them. Buying everything for a newborn is a pleasure. There is a large selection of clothes available in different cuts, materials and colors.

What kind of clothes a newborn needs

A list of things your baby will need from the first day after birth:

• Baby swaddles are needed even if you do not plan to swaddle your baby. They can be used to cover and wrap the baby after bathing or massage, so that his body rests from the clothes. Use a few thin and baize swaddles.
• Body and slip-ons with long sleeves are comfortable for sleeping and waking period baby. These clothes are made of soft knitted material does not slip, does not constrain the body.
• Practical slip-ons have sleeves wrapped around the arms, so the baby does not scratch himself accidentally in sleep. During waking, such protection is also needed, because a newborn moves his arms chaotically.
• Short-sleeved body will also be useful in winter, if the house is very warm.
• Warm overalls are necessary if the baby was born in the cold season. At first, two or three warm clothes for the street is enough. Then you will need to buy as the baby grows.
• Undershirts for newborns are needed on days when it is not cold, but you already want to wear something warm.
• Fleece blanket comes in handy to wrap up the baby. The material of the product is light, soft and warm.
• Socks and shoes for newborns.

Although the bib does not belong to the clothes, this accessory will help to keep things dry and clean. Drool runs down on it, and the clothes do not get wet.

How to choose clothes for a newborn

Buying clothes for a newborn, pay attention to such characteristics:

• Things choose from natural materials: cotton, knitwear, soft linen. Filling warm things - sintepon, holofiber or camel hair. The outer fabric of overalls for outdoor use may be made of synthetic material with moisture protection from rain.
• Clothing seams are not rough, they do not squeeze. It is better if the seams on the outside of things. Rubber bands should not press and leave marks on the body.
• Body and T-shirts do not tighten the body, do not stiffen the movement. It is better if the clothes are a little larger in size. The average height of a newborn is 45-50 cm. It is better to choose clothes for growth of 55-60 cm.
• It is important to keep in mind that children's clothing sizes vary from brand to brand.
• Things should be made so that it was convenient for the child to change clothes. If the bodysuit and jumpsuit has a valve for changing the diaper on the buttons, this process is much faster.
• Colored clothing is dyed with a quality dye. It does not shed. Then the baby will not be allergic to the pigments in the fabric. Baby clothes should not have an unpleasant chemical odor.
• Everyday things for a newborn should not have metal and large plastic accessories and decorations: straps, chains, massive buttons or buttons. They will squeeze and interfere with the baby. He can be scratched or bruised by them. Clothing with straps and accessories is suitable only for photo shoots.

It is better to buy clothes for a newborn in advance. After giving birth, there will be no time and energy to go shopping. Shopping online can also be exhausting. Therefore, often women start buying things for the baby in the seventh month of pregnancy.