You may hear this already, but babies grow up quickly! Every baby is unique and impossible to predict what size clothes they will be. The average birth weight is around 7.5lb to 8lb. In most cases, infants will wear 0-3 months’ outfits since they can get to weigh up to 9 lb-10lb within a month.
Many parents will purchase baby clothes in the two main sizes to be ready for the upcoming growth spurts.
What type of clothes do I need?
We recommend basic newborn classics like onesies, footed bodysuits, or footed pants. You don’t want to choose dressy, opt for comfortable clothes that are breathable and hypoallergenic to protect your baby’s sensitive skin.
Onesies / Bodysuits
- A true newborn classic that makes diaper changing easier due to its snap at the bottom.
- Choose onesies with expandable lap shoulders for easy removal.
- Available in short and long sleeves.
- Opt for the softest cotton fabric to protect your baby’s sensitive skin and especially when the umbilical cord is still attached
- Peruvian Pima Cotton is the softest cotton in the world. It’s also hypoallergenic and breathable that adjusts to body temperature
How many do you need? Seven to ten, if you do laundry twice a week.
Footies and Sleepers
- One-piece with feet is easy to put on and will keep your baby’s legs warm.
- They can be worn during daytime or nighttime
- Snaps for an easy diaper change
- Natural cool fabrics like Pima Cotton that are hypoallergenic and breathable that can help regulate body temperature
How many do you need? 3 to 4, if you do laundry twice a week.
Footed Pants
- Stretchy footed pants to keep your baby’s leg and feet warm
- Elastic waistband for easy change
- Choose basic colors to pair easily with any bodysuit
- Soft cotton-like Pima for comfortable wearing
How many do you need? 2-3 if you do laundry twice a week.
Hats
- Caps are important during the early weeks to keep your baby warm
- Choose basic colors to pair with your favorite outfits
- Opt for the softest cotton material to protect their scalp
How many do you need? 1-2 if you do laundry twice a week.
Receiving Blanket / Swaddles
- Babies love to be swaddled for the first few months
- Swaddles can be paired with onesies or footies to help your baby sleep at night
- Receiving blankets are more versatile and can be adapted for a variety of uses like changing mat, burp cloths, play math, tummy time…
- Choose cotton fabric, preferably Pima hat is breathable, hypoallergenic, and resistant to pilling
How many do you need? 1-2 if you do laundry twice a week.
