Little babies are the most amazing and adorable creatures in this whole world. Babies have skin that is 5 times more sensitive than that of an adult, so they also need extra special care for each item of clothing, be it clothing or baby products that we are using for them. If you don’t know what to buy for your newborn baby, there is no need to be ashamed or worry because there are many parents just like you.

Many new parents find themselves confused when it comes to buying clothes for their baby. From my experience I tell you that buying clothes for these adorable babies is a very exciting task. From the experience of raising 2 children, I would like to share some do’s and don’ts when shopping for clothes for your baby.

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1. Prioritize fabric:-

There are varieties of fabrics available in the market for sensitive baby skin. Always keep in mind that a baby’s skin is much more sensitive than you can imagine, that is the reason why parents should go for soft, smooth and skin-friendly fabrics. You can turn the fabric inside out and feel the softness by hand. Babies get rashes easily so try to avoid rough and scratchy things as they can damage baby’s soft skin. Socotton is the best choice. Cotton fabric shrinks 10% after the first wash; buy 1 or two sizes before your baby’s actual size.

2. Comfortable clothes give you a happy baby:-

Always buy comfortable clothes for your baby. Avoid rough stains on clothes. Look for tops without a collar or with a soft collar. The collar and patches make the fabric adorable, but it does not feel comfortable on the baby and may cause rashes on the baby’s neck. You will regret it only after 5 minutes of putting it on your beautiful boy’s body. Make sure the fabric you’re buying has enough room to go over the baby’s head; placing a tight cloth on the neck across the newborn’s head can hurt him in many ways.

3. Buy clothes according to the weather:-

Always buy clothes that are appropriate for your baby according to different weather conditions. For the winter season, consider one-piece outfits that even keep baby’s feet warm. Avoid something like sticks around the baby’s waist and make him feel comfortable. Do not buy jeans or pants, although they look fashionable but are not comfortable. For the summer season, look for cotton tops with an open neckline and soft shorts. Buy those cloths that can protect them from heat.

4. Save money:-

Don’t buy baby’s exact size fabric, always choose 1-2 sizes before your actual size, the reason is that babies grow quickly and some fabrics shrink 10% after the first wash. Some stores sell clothes at cheaper prices when you buy them in sets, it does not mean that you buy all the clothes only for the summer. If your baby is 8 months, buy baby clothes for 14-18 months as well. You can even sell your old used baby clothes on various online websites.

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1. Avoid Choking Hazards:-

Always avoid clothes with extra buttons and zippers, your precious baby may swallow them accidentally and from time to time always look for any loose buttons and broken zipper on baby clothes if there are any, fix them or change the clothes. In the summer, shop for open-necked baby t-shirts and for the winter season, shop for one-pieces with no button-up sleeves.

2. Do not buy expensive fashion clothes:-

Never buy expensive clothes for your baby, there are two reasons for this. The first is that babies grow faster, so soon those expensive clothes will be worthless. Summer clothes are useless for winters and vice versa. The second most important reason is that fashionable clothes are not comfortable for babies, they have patches, zippers, extra buttons and many more that can irritate the baby’s skin and even leave red spots on the baby.

3. Don’t buy tight elastics:-

Try to avoid tight stretch pants, jeans, and T-shirt sleeves. The tight elastic fabric can make the baby extremely uncomfortable and may even scratch the part of the body where she rubs against the elastic. Always look for shorts or pants with soft or no elastic. Always consider skin-friendly clothing for young children.

Some tips that parents should keep in mind:-

• Buy soft colors for newborn babies.
• Choose fabrics that do not create any problems for the baby’s breathing.
• Try to find the reason if the baby cries constantly, the clothes could be bothering him.
• Do not buy tight clothing, always look for a size slightly larger than the actual size of the baby.
• Choose clothing that is easy to put on and take off.
• Baby gloves and socks should be extra soft. Take special care of the baby’s neck, hands, feet and waist.
• If you’re tempted by fashion, go for it, but stay in the baby’s comfort zone.
• If there’s a sale going on, don’t buy clothes in bulk for one season, think smart.