Dressing for Baby
Because young babies are not very good at regulating
their body temperature, they can become overheated
if they wear too much clothing. As a general rule,
dress your baby with the same amount of clothing that
you are wearing plus one additional thin layer. And
always check your baby for temperature changes.
Baby should be dressed on a flat surface like a baby
changing table, the floor, or a bed. When dressing
for babies, you should carefully guide their head
and arms through all openings to avoid the nose and
fingers from getting squashed or caught.
Tips for Changing Baby Clothing
- Be prepared. Before you begin changing your baby,
you should set out your baby’s clothes on
the changing table or bed
- Whether your baby is being strapped onto a changing
table or has never rolled over before, never leave
your baby unattended on a changing table or bed
- Stretch the openings of your baby’s clothes
before you try to place it over your baby’s
head. Reach into the sleeves and gently pull your
baby’s hand through rather than pushing your
baby’s arms. Be careful not to bend your baby’s
fingers and toes the wrong way.
- Remove your baby’s clothing by gently taking
your baby’s arms out one at a time and then
lifting the garment over your baby’s face.
Choosing Baby Clothing
It is best to choose baby clothing that has large
head openings, stretchy fabric or clothing that could
be open down the front. You should also consider baby
clothing that does not need to be completely removed
when changing nappy. Clothing with wide sleeves is
more preferred than those with tiny armholes.
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