Winter has officially arrived, and no one wants to be locked up inside their homes. And you have a little one to protect, winter might feel infinitely worse. However, it is difficult to strike a balance between keeping the baby warm in the winter and without layering that they become overheated. So, try these ways to keep your infant warm in the winter, germ-free, and healthy.
How to dress the baby right?
Take notes moms because this is going to be tricky. Since cotton doesn’t cause suffocation or allergy, so the first layer should be cotton followed by another layer of cotton. Then you can cover it up with woollens. You can also opt for mittens and caps but only if they have a cotton inner layer.
What to do when the baby’s skin turns dry?
It’s winter! Cut your baby a slack and you skip giving a water bath every day. Use lukewarm water and avoid soaking the baby in the water for too long as it can lead to dryness. Moisturise with raw coconut oil and believe in sunbathing.
How to keep your baby warm outdoors
Try to put two layers of clothing so as to trap the heat entrapped and leggings. Check baby’s hands for body temperature and keep ears and hands warm using hats & gloves. New-borns can be given direct body heat of the parent using kangaroo care.
Things to avoid when keeping your baby warm in winter
Overheating raises the risk of SIDS, therefore don’t overcompensate the baby’s environment by maintaining the room temperature too high or placing him in too many clothes. Avoid wrapping lengthy scarves over the baby’s neck or face; Avoid wrapping your infant in thick blankets since he will be unable to adjust the blanket on his own, perhaps resulting in suffocating.
Trust your instincts and use the above-mentioned suggestions and tactics to get through the icy winters and keep our infant warm.
