Baby Clothes Checklist
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You might be drawn to a rack of baby clothes by the girly hues, boy colors, and cute designs. But before you make your final decision, think about comfort, safety, and usefulness easy to put on, and washable. Oh, and you should probably also think about the cost. For the majority of items, it's acceptable to buy them from secondhand shops or upscale consignment stores for infants. You start and make sure to wash everything.
Newborn wardrobe essentials:
- Onesies: 3-4
- Sleepers/stretch suits: 3-6
- Socks/booties: 3-4 pairs
- Gowns that cover feet: 3-4
- Hats/caps/bonnets: 1-2
- Undershirts: 4-6 short- or long-sleeve
- Light mittens: 1 pair (so tiny fingernails can't scratch)
- Sweaters: 1-2
- Bunting: 1 (if you live in a cold climate)
Plan twice as much of everything if you're expecting twins to avoid spending all of your time in the laundry room.
Safety first: no buttons, bows, or ties allowed: When time is of the essence, a “baby bow” that matches the dresser seems silly. I’ve seen moms with elaborate “bubble wrap” out-of-the-box drapes over their cribs, and these seem absolutely
Pick fire-safe sleepwear: All infants should be swaddled tightly and rocked or held tightly. This is the age when many people will wake infants from sleep and then move them out of the safe sleep environment. Therefore, it
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