The arrival of a new member to the family is a source of joy and celebration. When the time approaches to receive him, everyone is eager and waiting to carry him in their arms.
Getting everything in order for the big day, is sometimes one of the biggest challenges faced by parents, especially novices. The baby’s layette is essential to meet all your requirements during labor and then at home. Here we will tell you everything you need to know to prepare it and not die trying.
Although it seems an easy task, choosing what to take and what to leave at the time of birth, becomes a bit more complex than you would think. It’s not mission impossible, but it requires a lot of attention.
Given that, it is best to start preparing the layette two months before giving birth, the seventh month of pregnancy, when the mother can still perform some tasks, it is the right time. Try to be relaxed in the company of family, preferably. Two, three, four heads are better than one.
Comfort is what you should think about when choosing the clothes that will go in the basket. It must first be washed with soap and disinfected without softener. As for texture, it is preferable cotton or very soft fabrics and avoid synthetic fabrics that can irritate baby’s skin. Remember that the first day is when they are most vulnerable to allergies. The simpler is best for your baby.
Most clinics and medical centers maintain a fairly cold temperature, so another aspect to consider is choosing warm and preferably long-sleeved clothing.
It is important to cover his arms, put a hat on his head and thick socks cotton. However, you should not overdo it, because when he is too wrap can sweat and feel very uncomfortable.
Here is an example of what should have your layette to cover all the needs that will be presented at the medical center where you will give birth. Some already provide part of the necessary, but it is always better to be cautious:
- Five or six bodies baby.
- Six pajamas.
- Six pairs of socks.
- One or two caps.
- Six bibs.
- Two packs of disposable diapers.
- Three towels.
- Two cotton blankets.
- Cloth diapers and wipes.
- Two or three pairs of gloves.
- Gauze.
- Two of the most common mistakes when preparing the baby’s layette is to add more things than necessary and in the opposite case, forget fundamental elements for baby care.
To find the ideal amount, one of the main factors to consider is the time you will spend in the clinic and on the other hand, the distance from the house to the medical center. While both are longer, more clothes, diapers and products must be added.
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