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Baby & Toddler<br />
Love For Life<br />
We live in a predominantly hot and<br />
wet environment, and other than in<br />
rainy seasons, or if we are constantly<br />
in air-conditioned surroundings, the<br />
temperature is quite warm. Comfort<br />
for a baby means being in clothing<br />
that is does not cause too much heat<br />
or cause baby to feel too cold. When<br />
buying clothing for a baby, ensure that<br />
comfort in terms of these factors are<br />
seen to first, before considering the<br />
design, pattern, color, fashion, etc.<br />
Cues from your baby<br />
If your baby seems calm, sleeps well and does not seem<br />
restless or irritated, you have probably made the right<br />
choice in his clothing.<br />
Breathable material<br />
Babies are not able to fully regulate<br />
their temperatures through sweating<br />
like adults can, and therefore, they<br />
need to be clothed appropiately in<br />
order to not get overheated. Choose<br />
clothing made of material that can<br />
breathe easily, such as cotton. It’s not<br />
only the most ideal choice for babies,<br />
but it’s also the coolest material there<br />
is. Plus, it’s the most comfortable to<br />
the touch. If possible though, choose<br />
clothing made from organic cotton<br />
material, for cotton is unfortunately,<br />
one of the plants that is most tainted<br />
with pesticides.<br />
Fact on clothing<br />
color<br />
Did you know that<br />
according to old folks<br />
tales, when a baby is<br />
having a fever, it would<br />
be best to cloth him in<br />
light or pastel shades<br />
of blue or green. Avoid<br />
bright glaring shades<br />
such as yellow, orange<br />
or red, for they are<br />
believed to worsen the<br />
situation. Scientifically, it<br />
may actually make sense<br />
to dress a baby (or<br />
anyone else who<br />
has a fever)<br />
in lighter<br />
shades for a<br />
more cooling<br />
effect.<br />
Should baby’s clothes<br />
be snug or loose?<br />
This is an interesting question, for<br />
many parents differ in their opinions.<br />
For one, if a baby’s clothes are too<br />
snug, it hinders proper ventilation<br />
and baby may end up feeling<br />
uncomfortable and stuffy.<br />
Clothes that are too<br />
loose-fitting may<br />
also pose a problem<br />
especially if they<br />
keep rising up a baby’s<br />
little body. Fashion and<br />
design aside, the best way<br />
to dress a baby would<br />
definitely be in clothing<br />
that are just slightly loose<br />
to allow for comfortable<br />
movements and of<br />
course, some healthy<br />
ventilation as well.<br />
48 BabyTalk | <strong>July</strong> <strong>2019</strong>
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