🧸 How to Dress Babies for Cold Weather 

👶 General Rule: One More Layer 

Babies typically need one extra layer than adults to stay comfortable. 

❄️ Winter Baby Basics 

• Start with a snug cotton base layer 

• Add a warm middle layer (like fleece) 

• Top with a coat, hat, mittens, and socks or booties 

• Use blankets or a bunting over straps after securing them in the car seat 

Important: 
🚫 Avoid bulky coats in car seats! Puffy layers compress in a crash and make harnesses less effective. Always buckle first, then add warmth over the straps. 

🧒 Tips for Dressing Toddlers & Older Kids 

• 🧦 Dress in layers that can be added or removed as needed 

• 👕 Choose breathable fabrics like cotton for inner layers 

• 🧥 Use waterproof or windproof outer layers for wet/cold days 

• 🧤 Don't forget hats, gloves, scarves, and warm socks - kids lose a lot of heat through their heads and hands! 

🚗 Cold Weather & Car Seat Safety 

• Always remove bulky coats or snowsuits before buckling in 

• Use a car seat-safe cover or place a blanket over the child after harnessing 

• Do the pinch test on the harness to make sure it's snug 

• Warm the car ahead of time if possible 

🏂 Signs Your Child Is Too Cold (or Too Hot) 

Too Cold: 
❄️ Shivering 
💙 Pale or cold hands, nose, or ears 
🥶 Sluggish or unusually quiet 

Too Hot: 
😓 Sweating 
😡 Flushed skin 
🍼 Fussiness in babies 

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💙 Stay Warm, Stay Safe 

At Cradle Thru College Care, your child's comfort and safety are always a priority - whether they're in a snowsuit or a car seat. If you have questions about winter prep, we're just a call away. 

📞 Contact us or visit: 
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