What Type of Going Home Outfit Should I Pack for My Baby Born in July?
Selecting a going home outfit for your new baby is an exciting step for most parents, as it signals that your child will be born soon. While winter babies are often bundled up for the trip home in a snowsuit and blanket, choosing the perfect outfit for a July baby requires finding an outfit that will keep your baby comfortable in the warm air.
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Outfit Basics
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The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that in temperatures above 75 degrees Fahrenheit, newborns can wear a single layer. In most areas of the United States, July temperatures remain above 75 F, so your baby can travel home safely in a single-layered, lightweight outfit. Choose clothes that are easy to get your child into, such as an outfit with snaps and loose-fitting arm and leg openings. Dress your baby in his diaper and an infant shirt, onesie, or a pajama outfit made from comfortable materials and avoid heavy fabrics, jackets or fleece.
Cooler Temperatures
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Babies born in cooler areas, such as Seattle, Washington, where the July temperatures do not always reach 75 degrees, require additional clothing to keep warm. Look for a going-home outfit that consists of several layers, such as a onesie and an outer jumper or pajamas, or select separate items that match. Use your own clothing as a guide, adding one more layer to your baby's outfit than what you have on, suggests the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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Accessories
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Outfit accessories are a must for a going home outfit to help your baby maintain her body temperature. Select a hat with a broad brim for your July newborn to keep her head warm and the bright sun out of her face. Choose a comfortable pair of socks or booties to prevent her from loosing body heat through her feet, and select a lightweight blanket to swaddle your baby in or to place over her car seat for the drive home.
Considerations
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Premature infants who are born in July may require additional clothing, as their bodies are less able to regulate temperature. Use caution when selecting a going-home outfit for your child, as not all newborns fit into newborn clothing sizes. Some large infants may need zero to three-month clothing from the day they are born, while smaller, full-term newborns may fit better into preemie outfits. Select an outfit that allows you to strap your child safely into his car seat and one that protects his delicate skin from the bright July sun, with long sleeves and pants, if you have a long drive home.
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