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How to Dress Your Little One



Newborn babies are tiny and easy to dress. However, as they get older, it can become harder to find clothes that fit them properly and that aren’t so overwhelming that your little one won’t want to wear them. 

Dress Your Little One

This guide will show you how to dress your baby from newborn through toddlerhood, with everything from picking out the best clothing brands to putting together outfits that make your baby look adorable.




If you’re looking for some inspiration on dressing babies, read this guide and you won’t be disappointed!


Choosing a color palette

When it comes to choosing baby clothes, you don’t have too many choices when it comes to color. In fact, you might have just two: pink and blue. 

While most traditionalists will say you must stick with one or other for your baby, there are no hard-and-fast rules.


Choosing essentials

When you’re new at parenting, it can be difficult to figure out exactly what essentials you need. If your baby is in its infancy, focus on purchasing soft cotton and fleece basics—they’ll keep your little one warm and comfortable.

 Once you’ve got a little more experience under your belt, try choosing cute items that also include buttons or snaps for easy changing. 

Above all else, remember that dressing your little one is all about safety first!


Choose the right shoes

Shoes are an overlooked factor in dressing your baby, but it’s important to choose them carefully as you’ll be putting them on for naps and bedtime.

 It is also vital that your baby’s feet are properly supported during these times so that they don’t grow into misshapen adult feet. 

Some babies will even develop flat feet, a condition that can cause serious problems later in life if their footwear isn’t carefully chosen.


What about accessories?

Accessories like hats, mittens, and diaper covers can go a long way toward keeping the baby warm in winter.

 Baby-specific earmuffs are also popular. And remember, if you don’t have a sling or carrier of some kind for your little one when you head out for errands or trips around town, you can buy baby seat-covers that protect them from wind and moisture but allow airflow that prevents overheating.


Have fun with clothes

Choose clothes that are fun and easy for your baby or toddler to wear.

 Pick simple outfits and avoid anything with too many buttons, zippers, snaps, or ties. Also, choose comfortable clothing made of soft fabrics that breathe well so your child is not uncomfortable when wearing it.

 If your child is dressed comfortably and in cute clothes, he will feel good about himself and most likely be more cooperative during dressing time.


Mix n Match!

Babies like new things and they love novelty, so you can use that to your advantage.

 Clothes are really cheap and there’s no reason not to buy new clothes for them regularly. 

Take advantage of sales, shop during a baby shower, buy from consignment stores – any way you can keep costs down will be helpful. And don’t forget second-hand shops as well!

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