Tips for hot days: What to consider when dressing your baby in summer

In summer you're drawn outside more often: Time together with your baby in the fresh air means valuable Family time, that you can warm temperatures spend.

From Splashing at the lake to a walk through the city to Picnic in a shady spot – the warm days offer many opportunities for exciting activities and Activities with childrenWhen you're out with your baby, you probably ask yourself: Is it too hot today?

/magazine/family-everyday-life/health-care/baby-is-sweating or does it rather need a thin jacket?Infants are not yet able to adjust their

body temperature to falling or rising ambient temperatures and therefore also need support in summer from the right clothing. While children and adults like to wear less and prefer short clothing on hot days, the motto for babies is not 'less is more'. Pay special attention with newborns to put on a long-sleeved bodysuit and a light pair of trousers even in heat.To determine whether your baby has the right body temperature, it's best to use the so-called

neck check for this. With this test you touch your baby's neck with your finger to check whether the skin is sweaty, cool or dry. If the spot feels warm and dry, your baby is dressed perfectly. If not, you should put on or remove a garment accordingly.As a general rule:

In summer, babies usually need one more piece of clothing than adults. If you wear a thin, sleeveless T-shirt, newborns and infants need a long-sleeved bodysuit or romper.Comfortably cool: The right materials for babies in warm temperatures

The right materials and fabrics are of great importance for baby clothing in summer. While you should opt for warm wool tights in winter, from June to September

/magazine/family-life/how-to-dress/dressing-a-baby-in-winter light cotton fabrics and linen are recommended.The natural fibers

ensure that your baby's skin can breathe well. Moisture is transported to the outside with these fabrics and your baby doesn't sweat unnecessarily. Muslin is particularly suitable, a wonderfully soft fabric made of pure cotton in which two layers are interwoven at points.This not only provides a comfortable wearing experience

, but it is also particularly skin-friendly.Also thin wool fabrics and silk

are recommended for your little ones in summer. Even during pregnancy these materials are particularly pleasant. When shopping for your summer clothes, look out for them.In addition to natural, breathable fabrics, UV-protective clothing for babies

is extremely important. In summer the sun shines even more intensely than in spring. With sun hats, UV long-sleeve shirts and pants you protect your infants from sunburn.HABA has put together for you a practical checklist for your summer baby

compiled. Below you'll learn which baby clothing and accessories you shouldn't go without.Checklist: Basic equipment for babies in summer Short-sleeved bodysuits

UV clothing

• Sun hats

• Rompers

• light trousers

• Shorts

• Socks

• Long-sleeved cotton tops

• Light jackets

• Dresses

• Swim shorts or swimsuits

• Sunglasses

• thin hats

• T-shirts

• The right baby clothing for every temperature at a glance

• Baby wrap and stroller in summer: The right clothing for every situation

Do you love showing the world to your little sunshine in the stroller? Summer is perfect for such outings. However, note that the

heat can build up in the stroller

can.Use the openings in the canopy

, so that the air can circulate well. Also check the temperature inside the stroller from time to time with your hand and see whether your baby is too warm or cold./magazine/family-everyday-life/dressing-correctly/dressing-baby-in-springDress your baby as in spring

small sunshade on the stroller or a sun canopy you provide shade – and at the same time UV protection.If you carry your baby in a wrap or carrier, the wearer's body gives off a lot of heat.

In autumn and winter that's a cozy side effect. In summer, close-body carrying tends to cause sweaty skin in children and adults.So be careful not to dress your little ones too warmly here. On the upper body, a layer of thin cotton fabric

is sufficient. If the little legs hang out of the carrier, they can be covered. Rompers are ideal for this. With short pants, thin socks are a good choice so your little one doesn't get cold feet.If your baby's entire little body is wrapped in the cloth, that is of course not necessary. It's best that you also wear clothing made of natural materials.

Avoid synthetic fabrics such as polyester that are not breathable.When walking in a carrier, your baby's head is usually directly exposed to the sun. Here a sun hat, ideally with neck flap,

or you use the integrated head cover in your carrier to protect your little one from UV radiation.If you're out in summer to run errands, there are often big temperature differences. It's hot outside, and the supermarket's air conditioning is running at full blast. For such situations it's worth carrying a thin blanket in the changing bag

to carry.If necessary you can place this over your baby in the stroller or in the car seat. For newborn summer babies, lightweight caps or bonnets are recommended. .

Bei Bedarf könnt ihr diese über euer Baby im Kinderwagen oder in der Babyschale legen. Bei neugeborenen Sommerkindern sind leichte Mützen oder Häubchen empfehlenswert.

Our tip: Summery accessories for on the go

In addition to the right summer clothing, there are other tips to make sure your baby feels completely comfortable. With practical little helpers and accessories they make high temperatures and bright sunshine carefree and cheerful.

Practical sun shades on the car window are great as shade providers for the drive to the lake or the swimming pool. Also models for the stroller and buggy are essential in summer. If you don't have a small sun umbrella or sun sail at hand, a wedged muslin burp cloth on. But never place a blanket completely over the stroller canopy – heat builds up underneath and it gets far too hot for your baby.

When it's particularly hot, small fans for the stroller practical. Be careful that they are directed only at the little ones' legs and don't blow into their faces.

With tiny sunglasses you protect even the smallest eyes from the sun's UV rays – and your summer babies look even a little sweeter.

How to dress your babies on hot summer nights

In high summer, temperatures rarely fall below 18 degrees at night. On mild nights, babies and toddlers often have difficulty falling asleep. That's why it's all the more important that you dress your baby correctly at night. Usually your little ones like to snuggle into a warm sleep sack, but that can quickly become too hot in summer. Choose a thin muslin sleep sack without sleeves in this season and dress newborns or infants in layers depending on the temperature. HABA has an overview put together that you can use as a rough guide:

For nights between 18 and 19 degrees:

• thin summer sleep sack

• long-sleeved bodysuit

• long-sleeved pajamas with feet or little socks

For nights between 20 and 21 degrees:

• thin summer sleep sack

• short-sleeved bodysuit

• long-sleeved pajamas

For nights between 22 and 23 degrees:

• thin summer sleep sack

• long-sleeved pajamas

• no additional bodysuit

For nights between 23 and 24 degrees:

• thin summer sleep sack

• short bodysuit without legs

• no additional layers

For the rare nights above 24 degrees, your baby doesn't need a sleep sack and will only be comfortable in a lightweight pajama. Below 18 degrees it's best to opt for a warmer sleep sack.

In general: During the summer months nighttime temperatures can vary greatly. In the evenings it's better to check the weather forecast and adjust the summer sleepwear accordingly.

Reliable sun protection for babies

UV and sun protection are the most important things you should consider for your baby in spring and summer. The higher the sun is at the zenith, the more caution is required. The motto here is 'the more, the better'. Even when the sun is hiding behind the clouds, there is the risk of sunburn. Babies' and children's skin is particularly sensitive – that's why you can never apply enough sunscreen.

Sunscreen is not the only sun protection for babies. With UV-protective clothing made from special fibers you can simply prevent sunburn with clothing. The practical garments are put on in no time and provide complete protection, even when wet.

The bare little hands and feet as well as the face are of course still dependent on sunscreen. A sun hat with neck protection completes the summer look of your sweet little ones and protects the sensitive head.

Babies and summer heat: Tips for cooling the little ones

With summery baby clothes made from airy materials, your infant or newborn will feel great.

If it does get too hot, HABA has useful tips to quickly cool down your summer children.

• Put teething rings in the freezer for a few hours and then let your baby chew on them – that cools down and additionally soothes the palate while teething.

• Fill a small paddling pool or a bathtub with lukewarm water and cool off while playing with rubber ducks & Co. The small pools are also suitable during pregnancy to cool your legs.

• After a few hours in the fridge a water play mat becomes a refreshing toy for small crawlers.

• With a spray bottle, wet warm little legs and arms with water and you're sure to get the odd giggle from your baby from the ticklish feeling. If your baby's birth falls in high summer, the refreshing spray bottle will surely also be used by moms to cool down.

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