Clothing

Clothing

Don't let your baby get overheated. Keep the room temperature comfortable for an adult.

  • In the summer, dress your baby in cool, lightweight clothing. When you are outdoors, put a wide-brimmed hat on your baby. Be sure to protect your baby from direct sunlight. Ask your baby's health care provider about using sunscreen.
  • In the winter, dress your baby in layers. Be sure not to overdress your baby. In general, your baby will be comfortable if they have one more layer than you do.

Source: Allina Health's Patient Education, Guide for the Care of Children: Ages Birth to 5, sixth edition, ped-ah-91554
First Published: 02/01/2010
Last Reviewed: 11/16/2022