There is actually nothing more beautiful than newborn baby clothes. Tiny socks, booties and bodysuits are so cute and it's no wonder that many parents buy lots of new baby clothes that they often won't need.
In fact, newborns grow very quickly and often need new sizes. 0-3 month clothes are unlikely to fit for more than 10 weeks, as babies grow and change so quickly at this age. This means you'll need to buy the next size every two weeks or two months.
There's also the problem of diaper waste. On average, a newborn will lose their clothes at least three times a day, meaning you'll always need a few spare items.
Therefore, it's important to ask yourself how much newborn baby clothes you really need. To answer this question, consider the following factors:
-Do laundry: If you do laundry every other day, you won't need as many outfits. However, if you only do laundry once a week or so, you should have enough laundry to last the entire week.
-Sizes: Newborn clothes come in two sizes: 000 for babies 0-2 months and 00 for babies 3-4 months. The first size (0-2 months) can work for most babies, including infants, and should fit up to 10-12 weeks. This is the most recommended size to buy if the baby was born weighing 2 kg or more.
-Variety: When buying baby clothes, keep in mind that not all items are used equally. Some items, such as bodysuits and socks, are used more often than others. z.B. Pants and dresses. Therefore, it's best to choose more of this type of clothing that you'll wear more often, rather than outfits or outdoor clothing.
What clothes do I need for my newborn?
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5-7 pairs of socks are important to keep baby's feet warm and should be worn almost every day, especially when pajamas are not being worn.
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7 Diapers are also important because they need to be changed daily.
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7 Bodysuits are essential because they not only serve as a vest to cover the baby's chest but also keep the diaper in place. A good bodysuit will have a wrap-around neck for easy use and a button closure between the legs to facilitate diaper changes. Since they're worn every day, you should have seven of them and wash them a few times a week.
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Two jerseys are sufficient, as they have to be worn even when walking in the summer, and babies are usually already wrapped in many blankets. Cotton is the best material, as most babies are sensitive to other materials.
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Two caps are necessary, one for cold weather and one for protection from direct sunlight while walking.
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2 pairs of mittens are sufficient, as they are only used in very cold weather. They can also be used to protect the baby from scratches caused by their own nails.
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5 Pants are useful because they can be worn after one month and keep the baby's legs warm and free.
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2-3 diapers are a basic requirement for the baby, as they need to be wrapped in them for the first few weeks and may even be up to 15 months old.It is recommended to choose cotton diapers so that they can be changed overnight and possibly use a light blanket for changing.
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Outdoor suits are useful when taking your baby outside, whether for a walk, running errands, or visiting friends. However, it's not necessary to accumulate a lot of these types of clothes, as your baby rarely wears them and they will likely be outgrown in a month.
Organization is half the battle!
Organizing baby clothes is important to ensure your baby is wearing the right size and material, and that the clothes are safe. One way to do this is to group clothes by size and use dividers in drawers or closets. Another option is to check through piles of clothes at least once a month and discard any items that are too small. It's also important to make sure the clothing material is breathable, soft, and comfortable against your baby's skin. Avoid clothes with threads, beads, bows, and laces, as these can cause suffocation, choking, or suffocation.
