| Clothing for children is readily available in many styles. | | | | When choosing material, look for softness, comfort, |
| Clothing should be warm, non-irritating and not | | | | and material with good airflow around it. Flannel will |
| constrictive. Children need clothes that are going to | | | | provide extra warmth, cotton breathes better. Avoid |
| be able to move with them and keep them | | | | constricting or itchy material such as wool or other |
| comfortable throughout the day. Although many | | | | stiff materials. |
| styles of clothing may be cute, you should always | | | | Children are very active, so less restrictive clothing |
| look for the best combination of function and style. It | | | | will ensure better movement. Avoid clothing with a |
| is also important to remember that children are in | | | | lot of belts, buckles, or to many buttons. Elastic is |
| different climates throughout the day, going in and | | | | easy to pull on and off and often is the best choice |
| out of school, so layering is key. | | | | for toddlers who are potty training. Zippers are also |
| Keep in mind children are very active and need | | | | easy for both children and you. |
| comfortable clothing! | | | | Both boys and girls are active. Boy's will look nice |
| A small infant does not regulate their body- | | | | dressed up but may feel restricted by suits and ties |
| temperature very well. Always dress them in one | | | | so go for sweaters and dress pants instead. Girls will |
| more layer than you find comfortable for yourself. As | | | | look lovely in dresses and tights, but keep in mind |
| they grow keep in mind their activity level. Toddlers | | | | they are active too. For safety, clothes should not |
| move around more and will be comfortable in the | | | | have loose ties or ribbons that can get caught on |
| same amount or clothing, as you are. | | | | play equipment. |
| In the winter dress children in layers to keep the | | | | When dressing your infant, toddler, or older child it is |
| warmth in close to their bodies while they are | | | | important to pay attention to the current weather. |
| outdoors. Then you can remove a layer when they | | | | You also want to be aware of the level of activity |
| are too warm or add clothing as needed. Keep heads | | | | your child will be participating in. The more active a |
| covered when outdoors, use scarves, hats, or | | | | child is, the hotter their body's become. Dressing your |
| blankets to keep the brisk weather off their heads. | | | | child appropriately for their activity level and the |
| A majority of heat is lost through the head. The | | | | weather will help ensure your child will be as |
| scarves and blankets will help avoid breathing in the | | | | comfortable as possible. |
| cold air, which is uncomfortable for children. | | | | |