YOUR (FIRST) WINTER WITH YOUR BABY

Getting through the winter with your baby can be quite exciting, especially if it's the first winter with your baby. Of course, you're much more concerned about whether your baby is warm enough, whether there's a flu lurking, and what to bring in terms of sweaters, jackets, and other winter clothes. Not only in terms of clothing and temperature, but also in terms of baby skin, there are some things you should know to get through the winter months with your baby as comfortably as possible!

TIPS FOR THE WINTER MONTHS WITH YOUR BABY

1. Baby skin care and protection

During the winter months, your baby's skin needs a little more care and attention. This is due to the cold, icy air outside and the dry air indoors due to heating. The skin can then become dry, red or start to itch as a result. Therefore, be sure to lubricate your baby's skin with a greasy, moisturizing baby oil that is safe for baby's skin once a day. Does your baby have problems with very dry skin? Then you can lubricate several times a day. If you are concerned about your baby's dry skin, you should contact your doctor. Try not to bathe your baby in water that is too hot, and not every day either, as this can also cause dry baby skin. Here you can read more about caring for baby skin in the winter and autumn months.

2. Layered clothing

Since you'll often be going from the cold winter outside to the warmth inside with your baby in winter, it's handy to always have several layers of clothing on and with you. This way, you can always keep your baby's body temperature comfortable, and he or she never has to get too cold or too hot. Try dressing your child in breathable materials, so your child isn't dressed from head to toe in wool, which can make it too hot.

3. Take your jacket off in the car!

It may feel natural to leave your baby's winter coat on in the car, but it is better to take it off. With a winter coat on, the straps are not properly adjusted, which means that the distance between the body and the strap is actually too large. Your baby may still not be properly secured in the car. It is therefore better to adjust the belt to the body and take off the thick winter coat for a while. It can be nice to warm up the car in advance, or use a blanket when your child is sitting in the chair.

4. Carry your baby

When you are on the go with your baby, you can of course put him or her in the pram, but you can also carry your baby in a sling or baby carrier. This keeps your child nice and warm from your body heat, and it is incredibly cozy for both of you! Ideal if you are going on a winter trip with your child to keep your baby warm anyway.

5. Covers and covers for the pram?

Just like in summer, it is also important in winter that your baby can breathe freely in the pram. Even though it's cold, it's not a good idea to cover the pram completely with a blanket or cloth. Always make sure your baby can get fresh air, and use covers that are specifically designed for the pram. Put your child in the pram with their jacket, scarf, hat and gloves on, with a blanket over them up to chest height.

6. Temperature in the house

The temperature in the house should not be too hot and not too cold. Therefore, do not turn up the heat too high, as your baby may get dry skin from it. The ideal temperature in the home is between 20 and 22 degrees. In the baby's room, the ideal temperature for your baby to sleep is 20 degrees up to 8 weeks, then 16 to 18 degrees. Take into account your baby's sleeping textile TOG value.

7. Good hygiene

During the winter months, a flu or cold is of course much more likely. Good hygiene for the whole family is therefore very important: wash your hands often, avoid other sick children and dress your child well when you go outside.