Buy larger sizes and items with loose armholes that won't require tugging and fussing. Fleece jumpsuits are also cozy and warm, and easily slip over everything else. Outer layers (3 to 5): Look for zip-up sweaters, fleece jackets, and sweatshirts that are easy to put on and take off.The stretchy neckline comes in handy after a diaper blow-out because you can pull the soiled bodysuit down instead of over your child's head. Bodysuits (5 to 7): Bodysuits, also known as onesies, are baby shirts (either short- or long-sleeved) that pull on over your baby's head and snap under his diaper.An elastic waistband fits easily over your baby's diaper and belly – and expands as she gains weight. Leggings or stretchy pants (5 to 7): Baby leggings make it easy to change one piece of dirty clothing without having to switch the whole outfit.Look for ones that zip down the front and all the way down the leg – they offer easy access for diaper changes.
They're super convenient, because babies nap so frequently. Sleepers (7 to 10): Sleepers are basically baby pajamas that are appropriate for both sleeping and playing.Whatever you choose, use a gentle, baby-friendly laundry detergent to prevent skin irritation.īelow are the clothing basics your baby will need in each size: Organic baby clothing is made without harsh dyes or potentially harmful chemicals, but it's usually more expensive. Also, avoid clothing that has dangling strings, tassels, and ribbons – these are choking hazards. Choose well-made items that will hold up through frequent washings. Also make sure you have a couple of outfits in the next size up before your child actually needs it – babies grow quickly! Buying secondhand clothes and accepting hand-me-downs are good ways to make sure you'll always have many size options to choose from. Some babies go straight to 3 months and never need newborn sizes, but that's hard to predict in advance, so it doesn't hurt to have some newborn clothes. Also, you may want to check out our roundup of the best baby clothing brands. Look for clothes that also list weight or height guidelines to help you find the best fit. But some brands do things differently, and can vary in their sizing.
Baby clothes sizes are organized by age, often as newborn, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, and 12 months.
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