How to dress baby for babywearing?
How to dress baby for babywearing safely, whether it's cold or warm? The keyword is mobility!
To each their own solution. Just be sure to follow these golden rules:
- Check that baby's physiological position is correct
- Ensure that baby's feet are not under tension
- Make sure the airways are clear
- Ensure that baby can be comfortable in their sling or baby carrier
Important:
One layer of babywearing fabric = one layer of clothing fabric.
1. In cold weather
The babywearing coat!
It covers baby from above, ideal for not having to take them out of their carrier when we are warm! What might seem like a futile purchase can be dismissed when you realize that by removing the inserts, the coats can still be used! Even after baby is no longer carried!
Psst, @mamalila makes some brilliant ones
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The babywearing cover
They benefit from the same advantages as their cousin the coat; it's up to you to find one that will adapt to your coat! Its little extra is that both parents can use it without having to buy duplicates!
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The jumpsuit
A timeless classic… The sherpa jumpsuit*, ideal for snowy and cold weather to cuddle baby warmly against you! Stylishly dressed and safe!
* Be sure to size up the jumpsuit so as not to create tension and to achieve a physiological position.
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Babywearing gaiters
A very popular tool among parents, they allow us to put pants/footless jumpsuits on our little ones while keeping their feet and calves warm.
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Wool
A personal favorite is merino wool... It doesn't itch, it's thin, and it's thermoregulating, just like linen!
There's no bad weather, just solutions to brave this winter cold with baby.
2. In warm weather
- One layer of carrier fabric is equivalent to one layer of clothing fabric. Depending on the thickness of your carrier, it can replace the equivalent of a small bodysuit or a light undershirt. So, when it's hot, there's no need to add a bodysuit to baby; you can put them directly in a diaper/underwear in the carrier.
Protecting baby from UV rays
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With their legs exposed, babies will need protection from the sun's rays. You can use SPF 50 sunscreen, cotton gaiters, or merino wool gaiters.
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A hat, to avoid sunstroke
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Small sunglasses to avoid glare
Which carrier in summer?
Choose cotton or linen carriers, as these materials are breathable and/or thermoregulating.
Hydrate baby
Breastfeeding or bottle-feeding, it is important to ensure baby is regularly hydrated. Don't hesitate to take regular breaks and change baby's position in the carrier.
Babywearing
Babywearing during hot weather allows baby to regulate their body temperature (much better than if they were lying on something synthetic).
However, we recommend not going out during peak hours.
