A New Parent's Guide To Shopping For Infant Clothes

By Leah Kawasaki

Shopping for baby clothing is no easy task - just ask any parent. If you're new to the parenting game you might be quite unprepared for the amount of money you actually need to spend on a newborn. You should try to save money by not over-spending on newborn clothing and only buy what the baby needs for the time being. Stay away from branded clothing as they're well over-priced and your infant is going to grow so fast that there's just no point in buying those types of garments - the money saved could be better spent on a nice baby crib for example, something which the baby can use for at least a few years. Having said that, do not go out and buy super-cheap clothing whereby the materials used are going to be harsh on your baby's delicate skin. Buy decent outfits that are comfortable as that is the first priority.

The trick to buying clothing for newborns is that you have to stay one step ahead of the game so your infant will always have something to wear, no matter what season it might be. Keep your eyes open while you're shopping and look for deals and bargains on children's wear. If you find quality clothing at a huge discount buy it but get the clothing a couple of sizes larger than required as your child will grow into it within a matter of months. While you're at it, look for soft mittens as these play an important role in keeping your baby's little hands warm as well as preventing her from scratching her delicate facial skin.

For newborn babies, you should try and purchase clothing that allow for quick removal. Try and find outfits that come with velcro straps or clip on buttons at the front or back. Most babies get a bit annoyed when you pull a shirt over their heads and will start crying, therefor these slip-ons are a really good idea. What's more, it also help you change his or her diapers a lot faster. Another tip is to not buy clothing that your baby will be able to wear 11 or 12 months down the road, even if it's an absolute bargain. You can never tell how big your infant might be by that time and it could end up being a really big waste of money.

Clothing for your infant should not only be comfortable but should also be safe. There have been many cases reported in the past whereby babies have choked on ornaments that have become loose or have fallen off the garment. It is advisable to avoid outfits that come with cute bits that are sewn on or hoods that might strangle your child. You will also want to avoid delicate infant clothing that cannot be machine washed as your baby can easily go through three or more clothing changes in a day, and it would make your laundry chores a lot more troublesome.

Over the past few years, baby clothing that is compromised of organic fabrics have been all the rave. As with all organic products, they come at a price and honestly it isn't worth it and your baby will do fine with just regular clothes. The only time you would need to buy organic baby outfits is if your child's skin is particularly sensitive to certain synthetic fabrics. - 30224

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