Caring for Your Baby in Winter
Babies can't speak and tell you if they are feeling cold.
You have to take precautionary measures by yourself so your baby does not feel cold.
You can look for signs such as a pale or mottled looking skin which will indicate that your baby is cold.
If your baby is too cold, they may fuss around.
However, if you see that their cheeks are especially rosy or their neck feels damp because of sweat, maybe you have wrapped them in more layers than necessary.
Baby products that are handy in winter The first layer of clothing your baby will be wearing will be their diaper and cotton knit undershirt.
Make sure they are not damp.
Check and change them regularly.
If they are damp, they can cause your baby to feel cold and fussy.
For small kids, cotton jersey knit gown, which can be tied at bottom, is a good option as it keeps the feet warm.
As your baby grows older, you can get one-piece knit sleepers with a zip opening from head to toe.
Unlike two pieced suits, they do not open at the waist.
Some warm pajamas come with footies included.
These are helpful too for keeping your child tucked warmly and cozily.
A warm baby cap should be on your list of baby items to buy for winter.
You should buy caps which can cover your baby's ears.
But do not buy caps which have loose strings as these can be harmful if the baby takes them in the mouth.
Also buy some gloves for your baby.
Swaddling blankets Swaddling the baby is in fashion again.
Many parents think of wrapping their baby in blanket.
But blankets can be potentially dangerous unless you tuck them safely or swaddle the blanket.
Babies like to feel secure and swaddling gives them that environment.
Swaddling blankets cover your baby firmly so the baby's movement is limited and the blanket is less likely to get loose.
If you swaddle the blanket properly, the blanket will not come near your baby's mouth, which otherwise can be harmful as it can suffocate a baby.
Skincare products Your child's skin can become dry or dehydrated because of the harsh winter effects or high temperature of your home.
You can use skincare baby products to protect your baby's delicate skin.
Apply moisturizing lotion before going out and immediately after bathing them.
After bathing, apply lotion on damp skin so the moisture is locked in.
Coat your baby's lips with petroleum jelly to avoid getting them chapped.
You have to take precautionary measures by yourself so your baby does not feel cold.
You can look for signs such as a pale or mottled looking skin which will indicate that your baby is cold.
If your baby is too cold, they may fuss around.
However, if you see that their cheeks are especially rosy or their neck feels damp because of sweat, maybe you have wrapped them in more layers than necessary.
Baby products that are handy in winter The first layer of clothing your baby will be wearing will be their diaper and cotton knit undershirt.
Make sure they are not damp.
Check and change them regularly.
If they are damp, they can cause your baby to feel cold and fussy.
For small kids, cotton jersey knit gown, which can be tied at bottom, is a good option as it keeps the feet warm.
As your baby grows older, you can get one-piece knit sleepers with a zip opening from head to toe.
Unlike two pieced suits, they do not open at the waist.
Some warm pajamas come with footies included.
These are helpful too for keeping your child tucked warmly and cozily.
A warm baby cap should be on your list of baby items to buy for winter.
You should buy caps which can cover your baby's ears.
But do not buy caps which have loose strings as these can be harmful if the baby takes them in the mouth.
Also buy some gloves for your baby.
Swaddling blankets Swaddling the baby is in fashion again.
Many parents think of wrapping their baby in blanket.
But blankets can be potentially dangerous unless you tuck them safely or swaddle the blanket.
Babies like to feel secure and swaddling gives them that environment.
Swaddling blankets cover your baby firmly so the baby's movement is limited and the blanket is less likely to get loose.
If you swaddle the blanket properly, the blanket will not come near your baby's mouth, which otherwise can be harmful as it can suffocate a baby.
Skincare products Your child's skin can become dry or dehydrated because of the harsh winter effects or high temperature of your home.
You can use skincare baby products to protect your baby's delicate skin.
Apply moisturizing lotion before going out and immediately after bathing them.
After bathing, apply lotion on damp skin so the moisture is locked in.
Coat your baby's lips with petroleum jelly to avoid getting them chapped.
