In summer, it is recommended to spend as much time as possible with your baby outside. In order for the walk to bring real pleasure to mother and child, it is necessary to carefully prepare for it. Next, we’ll look at what is best to dress a newborn in the summer and what you need to remember to make your baby feel comfortable.
Clothes for newborns in summer
It is easy to find a wide range of clothes for newborns in stores. Preference should be given not to children's fashion, but to the safety and health of the baby.
What clothes are appropriate for a baby to leave the hospital in the summer?
When choosing clothes for discharge, it is important to take into account weather conditions. Also, do not forget that after the maternity hospital they most often go straight home and go by car. If along the way you feel that you have gone too far with clothes, then it is better to remove some items.
The kit for discharging a newborn in the summer consists of a bodysuit with buttons, thin overalls, a cap or cap, a diaper, a diaper and a blouse.
Rules for dressing a baby
Clothing for newborns must meet certain requirements. There are important points that need to pay attention:
- Always thoroughly study the composition of fabrics and give preference to natural ones. They absorb moisture and allow the skin to breathe.
- There should be no seams on the reverse side, as they can injure delicate skin.
- Fasteners must be covered with protective flaps.
- The outfit should be in size with a small margin and not restrict movement.
- Place a rain cover and insect net in the stroller.
Reference! Before you dress your baby, don't forget about the diaper.
What does a newborn need for his first walks?
Going out for the first walk does not require much preparation, since it will not last long. It is enough to simply carry the baby in your arms, without taking the stroller. If you need to go far from home, you should take a bag with the necessary baby supplies. Most pediatricians recommend walking your newborn on the tenth day after birth.
Summer clothing for babies depends on the time of day and weather
The first walk for a newborn is a whole event. First of all, clothes are selected depending on weather conditions. During the summer (especially in July), the weather can also change: heat, rain, and possibly cold snap. Therefore, it is necessary to have several sets of clothes. Dress your child like you, plus one more layer. It is advisable to take a blanket or diaper with you in case of temperature changes.
Important! Clothing in bright colors teaches the baby to distinguish colors and develops good taste.
Basic rules for safe walking in summer
First of all, clothing should perform a protective function. It is better to buy things made from natural fabrics, such as cotton, satin or cambric.In synthetics, your baby's skin will become hot in hot weather. It is better to buy linen outfits only after 6 months, as linen wrinkles and may not be comfortable for the baby.
Air temperature and clothing
When preparing your child for a walk, it is important to maintain temperature balance. Depending on the air temperature, you can select the following kits:
- 25 degrees and above - light overalls, cap, diaper or envelope. It is better to leave the arms and legs open.
- 20-23 degrees – add a vest or T-shirt, and socks on your feet.
- 17-20 degrees - first a bodysuit or T-shirt, a long-sleeve jumpsuit, a knitted suit on top and a knitted hat.
- 14-16 degrees – a thick jumpsuit, suit or envelope is required.
Windy weather
In windy and cool weather, the child should wear at least two layers of clothing. The bottom one should be made of cotton, and the top one, for example, from fleece. A knitted or knitted cap is put on the head.
If it is hot and windy outside, then the additional layer of clothing should be light. This could be an unbuttoned blouse or overalls. And when there is no wind and it’s hot, you can give your baby an air bath by leaving him in one diaper for 20 minutes. This procedure strengthens the child.
Clothes for babies in hot weather
Dressing in too many layers can lead to overheating and sunstroke. As a result, the child develops rashes on the body, colic, thrush in the mouth, dry mucus in the nose, and also loses water and salts.
At the same time, direct rays of the sun can easily damage unprotected areas of the skin. Thermoregulation processes in children are not fully formed. They tolerate overheating much worse than cold. Therefore, it is important to find a middle ground. At +30° and above, it is better to refuse a diaper, as wearing it will lead to diaper rash.
Attention! In hot weather, it is better to choose light-colored clothing that reflects the sun's rays.
Rainy weather
During even light rain, a rain cover will be useful for the stroller. However, always leave some space to allow fresh air to enter the stroller. Put your child in a warm suit and take a blanket with you.
How can you tell if your baby is warm and comfortable?
Usually the child himself can tell you what he is most comfortable with. Just watch him. After all, if everything suits him, then he will sleep peacefully during a walk. If he is acting restless, then most likely he is hot or cold.
You can periodically check your child's temperature. The easiest way is to touch your neck. It should be warm, not hot or cold. But the nose, hands and feet do not always give the correct information.
A baby needs care to adapt to this world. Much attention should be paid to the choice of clothing in the summer, since walks in the fresh air are useful and necessary.
0
