Where to Look for Affordable Baby Clothes

By Allan Wilson

Once the newness has worn off a little, you will realize that your baby grows very fast. So fast, in fact, that he may need new clothes on the average of every two months during the first year. The sizing of baby clothes just does not apply to most children. For example, my four month old is now wearing 6-12 month clothes. There is no way he will still be in 6-12 month clothes when he is a year old.

So, we are buying lots of clothes. Unless you know for sure that you are having more kids of the same gender, it does not make sense to drop a lot of cash on designer baby clothes. Sure, they are cute, but can you really afford to spend $25 on a pair of baby pants at Baby Gap when he will need new ones in a month? If you are like me, no, you can’t.

How do we make sure our little ones are stylish for less? We shop the sales. We never buy baby clothes at full price from a store like Baby Gap or Osh Kosh. We also go to outlet stores. Our favorite outlet for baby clothes is Carter’s.

Discount stores also have some good deals on things like one-pieces and baby play clothes that are going to be trashed anyway. You might even check garage sales and local thrift stores for gently used basics. Wash them in hot the first time if the thought of used baby clothes grosses you out. Look on Ebay for deals on special occasion clothing.

Finally, remember that everybody will think your baby is cute whether she is wearing K-Mart or Ralph Lauren baby clothes. The most important thing is to keep your baby safe, healthy, and loved. A happy baby is a beautiful baby!

The Role of Winter Baby Clothing

By Michelle Bery

The joys and subsequent confusion of parenthood begin with the birth of our newborn baby when we – who were previously intelligent adults – now become overwhelmed with even the simplest of decisions. Suddenly, dressing someone smaller than the length of our arm seems too complicated to figure out; it’s a right of passage we must all face. And, luckily for our children, we seem to emerge being able to appropriately clothe them through all stages of development and throughout the seasons.

From newborn onesies to one-piece sleepers, baby clothing, at the core of its design, must successfully merge form with function. But when it comes to winter baby clothing, another level of need is added. Clearly, winter baby clothing must protect babies from the elements while still maintaining its comfort and visual appeal. Winter baby clothing comes in a variety of styles and colors from which to choose. Be sure to keep materials soft and comfortable. And be wary of complicated fasteners that can serve to make dressing a hassle and baby uncomfortable.

When it comes to keeping your baby warm and dry in harsh weather, ultimately the key is the layering of winter baby clothing. Begin with a onesie that provides a first layer of protection and keeps heavier material away from baby’s sensitive skin. Over the onsie, as a second layer of winter baby clothing is the baby’s outfit. Keep it simple; because a heavier layer is still to come for outdoor wear, keep this second layer soft and uncomplicated, such as a one-piece sleeper. If this particular outfit has feet then you can skip the socks; if not, put the baby in warm socks that extend past the ankle.

The final layer of winter baby clothing is that of outdoor wear. A traditional winter coat and gloves may be great for older babies, but for younger babies you’re best to go with a one-piece winter bunting that zips up the front and covers baby’s feet and hands. There is also a hood attached although you still want to be sure to include a hat that fits securely around baby’s ears.

Of course the material and weight of the winter baby clothing that you choose depends largely on the climate in which you live. For snowy regions, a heavier bunting with a moisture retardant outer layer works best. For milder climates, a fleece material may work well during winter months. Be mindful of using too heavy a material then is necessary; it is important that your baby not become overheated.

You can find baby winter clothing in a variety of locations including large retail stores, smaller boutiques, and online through a series of reputable retailers.

Selecting The Perfect Baby Clothing

By Michelle Bery

Having a baby is, by far, the most monumental event in your life. And when it’s your first baby, every feeling – anticipation, excitement, joy, fear – is exacerbated beyond anything you could have imagined. And, in anticipation of this very small person, comes the purchase of very many large things – car seat, bassinet, crib, changing table, etc.; and many small things as well – from diapers and bottles to bibs and pacifiers. For new parents, knowing what’s important to have on hand – and what can wait – is a learning curve. And nothing can be more overwhelming than baby clothing.

The danger of baby clothing lies in its alluring quality. Put simply – it’s so cute you want to buy it all; those tiny shoes, frilly dresses, and miniature suit jackets seem just too darling to pass up and they suck you in like a magnet. But the truth is – especially in the very early days – you don’t need a lot of fancy baby clothes to make it through the day. In fact, when it comes to choosing baby clothing for newborns, simple is better.

Newborn babies require very few styles of baby clothing in those early days at home. Don’t bother with ornate clothing with complicated fastening devices. The truth is the baby’s legs will be bent for some time – having spent all that time in the womb leaves them curled up; which means that getting any sort of intricately designed pants onto a newborn is next to impossible. Additionally, because the baby’s umbilical cord is still attached, anything that rubs against their belly can be irritating. Stick with “baby bags” that feature drawstring bottoms, one piece sleepers, onesies, and receiving blankets. With a newborn, you can never have enough of any of these three articles of clothing. Keep material soft and comfortable. This may be the only time you use the Newborn sizes that you may have purchased. Keep purchases of this size baby clothing - along with sizes 0-3 months baby clothing – to a minimum. Babies grow so very fast during this time that you’ll often be stuck with outfits you never had the chance to use.

Instead, you may want to focus the bulk of your baby clothing purchases on sizes 3-6 months and 6-9 months. Here, you can focus on clothing that baby can move around in with comfort and flexibility. Jumpers and one piece sleepers are great in this capacity and offer room to grow.

The wonderful thing about shopping for baby clothing is that you rarely have to sacrifice form for function. There are many beautiful clothing lines on the market today that successfully blend comfort, safety, and style.

Baby Clothes - Are Baby Boy Clothes Hard to Find?

By Grant Carroll

If you’ve ever gone baby clothes shopping, you may have noticed something peculiar. Often times, the fashions that are available for young girls are much cuter and more varied than for baby boy clothes. There may be a few stores than are an exception to this, but for the most part, little girls clothing always has a better cuteness factor and better selection. Boys get some shirts, maybe a few suits, the basic shorts and jeans, and that’s about it. It's very frustrating when shopping for little one's gifts. It seems that by their very nature, dresses and other girl clothes are simply more diverse, but it doesn’t necessarily have to be this way. Men’s fashions have always been a step below women’s fashions in the designer clothing industry, and this seems to have trickled down to infant clothes.

A designer or major brand name needs to step up and put their efforts into diversifying and strengthening the choices available for little boys apparel. The spending power from the parents is certainly there, but there has to be enough demand from the public. Starting with newborn onesies all the way up to toddler and children apparel, moms and dads that want to see better choices for their little boys need to start demanding it. I would never have realized this had I given birth to a little girl. As I shop for my little infant guy amongst all the clothes for baby girls, though, I can’t ignore the inequality. Someday I know I’ll have a little princess and I’m glad that there will be no deficiency of girl clothing on the market, but I still think there should be a fair share for everyone.

Grant Carroll is a husband, proud father and co-owner of http://www.littlepamperedbabies.com with helpful tips on how to find adorable baby clothes. Come browse Little Pampered Babies.com to learn how to hunt down wonderful baby boy clothes.

Baby Clothes- Keeping up With Changing Fashions

By Grant Carroll

Baby clothing designs and fashions change just like they do for adults and children, so it’s important to keep up so your infant is looking good when he or she goes out on the town. Unique baby gifts are created every day, too, so if you’re shopping for an infant present you need to know what’s good to buy. When a child is a newborn, the apparel is basically the same and hasn’t changed a great deal over the years. Basic onesies in blue, pink, yellow or green and bonnets or beanies are expected on little ones from zero to three months. After that, you can really start to have fun with dressing up your baby. There are two important parts to following fashion updates with infant apparel. One is you want your little guy or girl’s wardrobe to be cute and up to date, and the other is to watch for any possible recalls.

Once mom and dad start taking their precious pride and joy out to social gatherings, it’s important that the baby looks presentable. Even if the gathering is only a family party or a holiday, pictures are definitely going to be taken, so most mothers insist upon their little one looking his or her best. Designers and manufacturers are coming up with new ideas for colors, pictures and messages that go on everything from pajamas to shirts and sweatpants, so parents need an information source to inform them of what’s new and hot. A good baby clothing info blog can be that resource since it’s constantly updated.

On an important note of safety, sometimes recalls do happen for various reasons. Especially in this age of manufacturing all clothing overseas, sometimes chemicals are used in the making of the apparel that turn out not to be safe. This is when parents take a serious look at organic baby clothes. Again, a quality infant apparel blog is going to keep up with any breaking news and rush to give it to parents.

Grant Carroll is a husband, proud father and co-owner of http://www.littlepamperedbabies.com with wonderful info and updates on the best baby clothes. Stay up to date with everything from changing trends to safety information by visiting http://www.littlepamperedbabies.com/blog1/.