Make sure your little one’s feet are covered, too—so if you’re not using a footsie bodysuit, dress your baby in socks and booties. Heat escapes most through your baby’s head and feet. So even if it doesn’t feel too cold to you, hats are a must as well.
So, for example, if you’re in a sweater and pants, dress your baby in a t-shirt, sweater, pants, and a jacket. If you’re in a jacket, dress your baby in a thick coat. You get the idea!
Some layering options are onesies, sweaters, light jackets, coats, gloves, hats, and even snowsuits. When the two of you head outdoors together, blankets are a great idea. If clouds or wind cause a temperature drop, swaddle your baby for warmth.
For additional protection, check that your baby’s diaper is dry regularly.
Note that these products, rain guards especially, will warm your baby up quickly. Because of that, look out for signs of over-heating. Remove a layer from their outfit and pay close attention to their comfort level afterward.
They’re fussy or irritable Their hands, feet, and back of the face feel cold to touch Their skin turns red or pale They’re shivering Hypothermia can also cause lethargy. If your baby is unusually silent, still, or low-energy, that could be a sign that they’re dangerously cold. Get inside and perform skin-to-skin cuddling ASAP. Call your doctor right away.
As such, your baby will be comfortable in a single layer of clothing, like a long-sleeved onesie (long-sleeved to protect them from sun exposure!).
To allow for more breathability, make sure to dress your baby in sandals. Heat is lost mainly through the head and feet, so as long as their toes are safe in the shade, leaving their feet uncovered would be a great way to cool your baby down.
For eye protection, dress your baby in a pair of sunglasses as well.
Warm or red skin Quick heartbeat Fever Throwing up Dizziness Low movement (or unresponsiveness)
