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5 Tips for Keeping your Baby Warm All Winter Long!

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November 14, 2014 by Elizabeth 113 Comments

5 Tips for Keeping your Baby Warm All Winter Long!

Winter can be a magical time: a blanket of snow transforms once barren landscapes, while a layer of frost makes leaves and branches sparkle. But in the cold climes of Canada, sharing that magic with your baby can be tricky. While their eyes enjoy the shimmering scenes, their little noses and toes may not appreciate the nip in the air.

To help prepare your baby for the wintry weather ahead, Disney Baby has put together five tips for keeping your little one warm, all winter long.

TIP #1: Appropriate attire

While it may seem like a good idea to turn your little one into a snow-suited marshmallow, be careful not to overdo it – you don’t want baby to overheat! A good rule of thumb is to dress children less than a year old in the same number of layers you’re wearing, plus one more.

Tip #2: Easy on, easy off

Opting for a cozy jumpsuit, like this fleecy Winnie the Pooh number, makes layering an easy task. Simply slip these one piece wonders over baby’s outfit as you’re leaving the house. With built-in booties and mittens, a snuggly suit will ensure your little one is ready to face even the chilliest of days.

Tip #3: Collect cute caps

Heat escapes through the top of the body, so always make sure your little one’s head is covered. For warmth and style, try these adorable cap, mitt and bootie sets – they’re perfect for tiny noggins!

TIP #4: Take brrr-eaks

Babies need fresh air, even in winter, and it’s perfectly fine to take your little one outside when it’s chilly. But it’s important not to keep baby out in the cold too long. Look out for fussiness or other signs of discomfort and if you see them, head inside for a cuddle!

TIP #5: Create a cozy crib

Your baby can get chilly, even inside, and many moms worry about keeping little ones warm while they’re asleep. Step one is to create a snug environment. Try using a flannel fitted sheet in your crib and a cozy footed sleeper to keep your little one toasty from tip to toe. For really tiny tots, swaddling is a great option – just make sure you don’t use too many layers! 

We even use a fleece Winnie the Pooh Sleeping Bag with Ava so that I know she is safe in her crib but still warm and cozy all night long!

When it comes to winter walks with the stroller, I always make sure to use the plastic rain cover for the stroller to help shield her from cool winter winds without creating a wind tunnel the way stroller canopies alone sometimes can cause.  A nice snugly blanket tucked around baby completes the gear in conjunction with Disney’s tips and baby will be much more happy and warm.

 

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Comments

  1. Stephanie LaPlante says

    November 14, 2014 at 9:24 am

    Warm blankets and lots of hugs

    Reply
  2. Monique L.S. says

    November 14, 2014 at 10:37 am

    When we went out for a walk, I would use a special blanket for the stroller. It is like a sleeping bag with a very soft material on the inside. So cozy…i wish it was made it my size. My daughter keeps nice and warm, and we can go for longer walks.

    Reply
  3. 409cope says

    November 14, 2014 at 10:59 am

    I always liked to layer my boys when they were little.

    Reply
  4. Cyrille says

    November 14, 2014 at 1:44 pm

    Layers topped off with a wooly hat

    Reply
  5. Dannomyte says

    November 14, 2014 at 1:47 pm

    I would always keep my son in the carrier on my front then wear an oversized coat over. Kept us both snuggly warm.

    Reply
  6. Juliee Fitze says

    November 14, 2014 at 1:57 pm

    I always warm up the car and warm hat on her.

    Reply
  7. Florence C says

    November 14, 2014 at 1:57 pm

    Wearing hats to keep the head warm.

    Reply
  8. Kimberley Walsh says

    November 14, 2014 at 2:36 pm

    I am using a nice warm sleep sack to keep my little darling warm at night!

    Reply
  9. Kim Walsh says

    November 14, 2014 at 2:37 pm

    Sleep sacks rated for cooler temps are awesome for keeping wee ones warm

    Reply
  10. Silvia D says

    November 14, 2014 at 2:42 pm

    wearing booties/socks and hats keep them warm.

    Reply
  11. Elaine D says

    November 14, 2014 at 3:41 pm

    Warm blankets

    Reply
  12. kathy downey says

    November 14, 2014 at 4:04 pm

    Warm winter clothes and a nice quilt made by great-grandma

    Reply
  13. Gillian Morgan says

    November 14, 2014 at 4:16 pm

    Dress in layers when out and about.

    Reply
  14. Lynda Cook says

    November 14, 2014 at 4:44 pm

    Layers and nice warm blankets and a warm hat!

    Reply
  15. Judy Cowan says

    November 14, 2014 at 4:58 pm

    Lots of layers, hat and a nice warm knitted homemade blanket!

    Reply
  16. Cassie Constantineau says

    November 14, 2014 at 5:16 pm

    I put them in an undershirt and jammies.

    Reply
  17. Laurie P says

    November 14, 2014 at 6:15 pm

    I’m always recommending that people buy a bunting bag or similar…

    Reply
  18. DARLENE W says

    November 14, 2014 at 6:24 pm

    Dressing in layers is the best bet in my opinion, if baby gets hot remove a layer of clothing

    Reply
  19. Athena says

    November 14, 2014 at 8:27 pm

    bundle in layers

    Reply
  20. sunshine h says

    November 14, 2014 at 9:20 pm

    Layer…and to check how warm or cold they are from the thigh or upper arm. I know a number of ppl who have overheated their kids because ‘their fingers are cold’.

    Reply
  21. Carole Dube says

    November 14, 2014 at 9:50 pm

    Lots of layers.

    Reply
  22. Josh S says

    November 14, 2014 at 10:15 pm

    Make sure to dress them in layers.

    Reply
  23. eleanor says

    November 14, 2014 at 11:03 pm

    a warm blanket, cozy coat and footmuff keep my son warm

    Reply
  24. Suky K says

    November 15, 2014 at 1:04 am

    hats and gloves

    Reply
  25. Miriam Wilton says

    November 15, 2014 at 1:29 am

    lots of layers!

    Reply
  26. Tari Lawson says

    November 15, 2014 at 8:48 am

    I always put my babies in those blanket sleepers to keep them warm at night. I also remember my Dr. telling me not to over dress them, but to dress them as I would dress and they will be warm.

    Reply
  27. Victoria Ess says

    November 15, 2014 at 11:40 am

    Layers that are easy to remove.

    Reply
  28. Theresa Jones says

    November 15, 2014 at 1:10 pm

    Hats

    Reply
  29. Susan Stirling says

    November 15, 2014 at 1:17 pm

    I moved here from Bermuda to be with my little granddaughter and if I had my way, she would NEVER go out in the cold! But, when she does, we make sure she is well-layered in outfits that are easy on/off to keep abreast of differences in the outside air/car/shopping mall/ whatever.

    Reply
  30. tammy ta says

    November 15, 2014 at 1:44 pm

    Knit them a nose warmer to wear

    Reply
  31. Jonnie says

    November 15, 2014 at 3:01 pm

    I always find thin layers work best with one thick layer on top. This way you can add and remove layers as necessary

    Reply
  32. lisa bolduc says

    November 15, 2014 at 3:15 pm

    lots of layers, its my babys first winter so I am looking for lots of advice

    Reply
  33. Elaine R says

    November 15, 2014 at 4:23 pm

    Layers of clothing-this helps to keep baby warm.

    Reply
  34. Susan Patterson says

    November 15, 2014 at 4:27 pm

    Always use extra blankets to keep your baby warm, but check to make sure that he/or she is not overheating -make sure their hair isn’t wet from sweating too much- always keep an eye on them!

    Reply
  35. Rachel Travis says

    November 15, 2014 at 8:04 pm

    Onesie and long outfit with blanket– warm the car up for several minutes before putting baby in the car!

    Reply
  36. Carolyn G says

    November 15, 2014 at 8:46 pm

    Lots of warm clothes

    Reply
  37. Jenny says

    November 15, 2014 at 9:52 pm

    nice warm blanket

    Reply
  38. Dayna Wilson says

    November 15, 2014 at 10:47 pm

    I baby wear, so she’s nice and snuggled up with me for extra warmth!

    Reply
  39. Jennifer P. says

    November 16, 2014 at 12:47 am

    My best tip for keeping baby warm in the winter – mitts that are attached to the sleeves of outfits, and hoods that are attached to outerwear. Helps ensure they stay on, and that when not in use they do not get lost. Nothing worse than being out in the cold and discovering your little one has not only pulled off a hat or mitt, but you also have no idea when and thus no idea where to look for it!

    Reply
  40. nancy stokell says

    November 16, 2014 at 3:23 am

    A nice warm snowsuit with blankets over them

    Reply
  41. Rhonda W G. says

    November 16, 2014 at 9:12 am

    Hats and mittens……Cozy blankets too…

    Reply
  42. Ashley Alderink says

    November 16, 2014 at 1:27 pm

    lots of layers to keep the cold out

    Reply
  43. Audrey Skinner says

    November 16, 2014 at 6:09 pm

    Warm clothes and a good hat and warm mittens will help keep the kids warm in the cold weather.

    Reply
  44. Rosanne Robinson says

    November 16, 2014 at 6:32 pm

    best tip for keeping baby warm is dressing with layers & warm blankets.

    Reply
  45. Sunshine G says

    November 16, 2014 at 7:18 pm

    A hat and two pairs of socks at all times.

    Reply
  46. Ellen Nyman says

    November 16, 2014 at 8:12 pm

    Lots of layers and then hot chocolate afterwards ☕️

    Reply
  47. Elena says

    November 16, 2014 at 8:19 pm

    blankets and snuggles

    Reply
  48. Kristine Ewald says

    November 16, 2014 at 8:21 pm

    Layers and blanket

    Reply
  49. Samantha h says

    November 16, 2014 at 9:23 pm

    Cozy blankets!

    Reply
  50. Krystal says

    November 16, 2014 at 11:56 pm

    Warm blankets, cozy warm clothing & cuddles.

    Reply
  51. Justin Turner says

    November 17, 2014 at 9:43 am

    Layers, Layers! Layers!

    Reply
  52. Marla says

    November 17, 2014 at 10:52 am

    Hat and warm blankets

    Reply
  53. Anna W says

    November 17, 2014 at 2:44 pm

    A long john onesie under neath a light layer.

    Reply
  54. KellyPC says

    November 17, 2014 at 4:11 pm

    Layers! And make sure toes & hands are covered well!

    Reply
  55. Kristi Renout says

    November 17, 2014 at 9:47 pm

    I always liked those blankets that are a part of the baby carseat.

    Reply
  56. andie says

    November 18, 2014 at 10:26 am

    Blankets right out of the warm dryer?

    Reply
  57. Holly Messana says

    November 18, 2014 at 4:47 pm

    Wearing an onsie and socks is important for keeping babies warm

    Reply
  58. Karine says

    November 18, 2014 at 10:31 pm

    Blankets and hats!!

    Reply
  59. angela m says

    November 19, 2014 at 11:57 am

    Hat, mittens and a big blanket.

    Reply
  60. Monique Rizzo says

    November 19, 2014 at 7:08 pm

    Get a nice fleece lined snowsuit!! It will keep them nice and toasty.

    Reply
  61. Angela Mitchell says

    November 20, 2014 at 2:32 am

    We use sleep sacks and soft fuzzy blankets.

    Reply
  62. KD says

    November 20, 2014 at 5:17 am

    Get a winter coat that is a bit too big. Wear baby on your front in your baby carrier, then zip your coat around both of you!

    Reply
  63. Viv Sluys says

    November 20, 2014 at 11:18 am

    Last winter I wore my baby in a wrap and then put my coat on over both of us so we shared heat.

    Reply
  64. Jasmine R says

    November 20, 2014 at 11:54 am

    Swaddling and hats for sure! 🙂

    Reply
  65. Elva Roberts says

    November 20, 2014 at 10:12 pm

    When taking baby out in car, always have a blanket tucked about him/her in cold weather.

    Reply
  66. Pat Drouillard says

    November 21, 2014 at 10:24 am

    hats and socks

    Reply
  67. Yan Deng says

    November 22, 2014 at 1:43 am

    extra blanket

    Reply
  68. ivy pluchinsky says

    November 22, 2014 at 11:31 am

    hats, booties, warm blankets

    Reply
  69. Piroska says

    November 23, 2014 at 7:15 pm

    I like to use layers, rather than a super thick one-piece snow jacket. Especially if going shopping or visiting–so easy for the little ones to over-heat.

    Reply
  70. maria says

    November 23, 2014 at 8:55 pm

    Bundle them up! Lots of blankets!

    Reply
  71. Chandra Christine O'Connor says

    November 24, 2014 at 7:33 am

    the sleepers that are like bunting bags

    Reply
  72. Amie says

    November 25, 2014 at 4:03 am

    check the temperature of the house and don’t go out side on freezing days

    Reply
  73. Dreena says

    November 25, 2014 at 11:47 am

    A onesie underneath the clothes to make sure back is kept warm. And definitely a hat when going outside.
    Cheers.

    Reply
  74. Carolle H says

    November 25, 2014 at 10:48 pm

    Layers its the way for Me

    Reply
  75. Melissa F says

    November 26, 2014 at 7:40 am

    Use a wind breaker on their stroller or sled to keep their faces from getting cold.

    Reply
  76. Kristy Thiel says

    November 26, 2014 at 2:55 pm

    Definitely dressing in lots of layers. Thanks for hosting!

    Reply
  77. Denise M says

    November 26, 2014 at 4:22 pm

    Stonz boots – great for keeping the toes warm.

    Reply
  78. Kayla Gilbert says

    November 27, 2014 at 12:08 am

    Lots of layers and always bring a warm blanket.

    Reply
  79. Tricia Hope says

    November 27, 2014 at 3:40 am

    Keep them warm from top to bottom hats and wool socks!

    Reply
  80. Ashleigh Swerdfeger says

    November 27, 2014 at 11:35 pm

    Use extra layers 🙂

    Reply
  81. Margaret MacKenzie says

    November 28, 2014 at 1:34 pm

    Always a toque, warm winter boots, mittens and a warm winter coat. I use leggings as long johns for my little guy. I like to warm up the car before we go out as well.

    Reply
  82. Becky Best says

    November 28, 2014 at 10:30 pm

    Dress them in layers starting with tights! 🙂

    Reply
  83. christine fox says

    November 28, 2014 at 10:52 pm

    at night time in the winter I dress my little one in a fleece sleeper and a fleece halo sleepsack.

    Reply
  84. Aarone Mawdsley says

    November 29, 2014 at 2:44 am

    Use lots of layers

    Reply
  85. Nicky J says

    November 29, 2014 at 10:24 am

    definitely layers and always bring extra blanket, hat, mitts etc in case something gets dropped/lost while you’re out

    Reply
  86. jeanette sheets says

    November 29, 2014 at 3:09 pm

    always dress in layers making sure thier head is protected from cold air and use lots of baby blankets

    Reply
  87. Bronte says

    November 29, 2014 at 7:58 pm

    Nice tips in the article. Per my experience, caps, mittens, socks, layers always a must in a cold weather for babies to have a nice and warm walk outside.

    Reply
  88. valerie theberge says

    November 29, 2014 at 8:40 pm

    I use a Warm blankets

    Reply
  89. Valerie Darsigny says

    November 29, 2014 at 11:27 pm

    Staying inside 🙂 with blankets

    Reply
  90. cheryl hodgkins says

    November 30, 2014 at 12:20 am

    When it’s very cold outside, a snowsuit provides a great buffer against the cold and snow.

    Reply
  91. V Hill says

    November 30, 2014 at 12:21 am

    Layering!

    Reply
  92. tiffany rotulo says

    November 30, 2014 at 3:11 pm

    Get a warm blanket and swaddle

    Reply
  93. Lynda Cook says

    December 1, 2014 at 11:26 am

    I would love to try the Chicken Bones™ Gift set, I haven’t had these since my grandparents were still with us, and that was many moons ago!!

    Reply
  94. Brenda Watt says

    December 1, 2014 at 7:29 pm

    my son loves to chew on his hands and get them soaking wet, which in turn makes his hand super cold. i bought some PUL fabric and make him little gloves with some fuzzy warm fabric on the inside. it works really well and no more freezing cold hands!

    Reply
  95. Cheryl says

    December 1, 2014 at 10:50 pm

    Lots of layers and bundle them up

    Reply
  96. Karine says

    December 1, 2014 at 10:55 pm

    Blankets, toque, hot boots!

    Reply
  97. kristy e says

    December 2, 2014 at 3:00 pm

    warm blankets and hat is a must

    Reply
  98. Amanda Bernard says

    December 4, 2014 at 11:52 pm

    I dress my baby in his normal outfit and then when we go out I put him in a fleece one-piece suit with a warm hat. If I was going for a long walk with him I’d wrap him in some warm blankets too but we usually don’t stay out that long.

    Reply
  99. Alayne Langford says

    December 5, 2014 at 3:41 am

    Warm up the car to a suitable temperature before baby is in car and have layers of blankets on baby so that if they get too warm you can just peel off a layer 🙂

    Reply
  100. Leanne Godfrey says

    December 5, 2014 at 8:20 pm

    My best tip is to layer, layer, and then layer some more!

    Reply
  101. Debbie Petch says

    December 6, 2014 at 12:04 am

    A good hat and shoes are important!

    Reply
  102. Cheryl H says

    December 6, 2014 at 11:59 am

    Layers! and a touque

    Reply
  103. Megan C. says

    December 6, 2014 at 3:29 pm

    We dress in layers

    Reply
  104. SueSueper says

    December 6, 2014 at 6:02 pm

    Lightwieght thick warm blankets.

    Reply
  105. Dana Miller says

    December 6, 2014 at 7:30 pm

    Layers that can be added or removed easily and lots of snuggles!

    Reply
  106. Sherry F says

    December 7, 2014 at 11:52 am

    I make sure my baby girl is bundled in her car seat with blankets or in the stroller with a snow suit and blankets and always have a hat on her as well as the wind/snow/rain cover on the stroller at all times.

    Reply
  107. anna key says

    December 7, 2014 at 7:09 pm

    Dress in layers so that you can remove one or two while inside or if it warms up outside so that your child doesn’t overheat

    Reply
  108. Ariel C says

    December 7, 2014 at 7:53 pm

    lots of layers!

    Reply
  109. Steph M says

    December 7, 2014 at 9:09 pm

    Layers! Onesies and babylegs under their clothes.

    Reply
  110. Kimberly B says

    December 7, 2014 at 11:44 pm

    One piece fleece sleepers and a warm snugly blanket.

    Reply
  111. thewellhunt says

    December 8, 2014 at 12:00 am

    wool blanket

    Reply
  112. loriag says

    December 29, 2016 at 9:43 am

    Layering always is a great way to keep baby warm and cozy. Getting outside all year long is so important.

    Reply

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