Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Frequently Asked Questions About Baby Clothing

How Many Clothes Does a New Baby Really Need?
As a first-time parent, it can be hard to know just how many baby clothes you really need. Here's the quick answer.
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How Long Will My New Baby Wear Newborn-Sized Baby Clothes?
Newborn baby clothes look so teeny tiny on the rack; how long will they really fit your baby? And are they worth buying? Find out here.
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The Clothing Your Newborn Baby Actually Needs
The first eight weeks of a baby's life requires a few key pieces of newborn clothes. Newborns are messy, so multiples of each item are recommended.
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Fleece Clothing for Babies
Fleece clothing is abundant in the baby clothes market, but it's a synthetic fabric which should be avoided on baby clothes. But is it okay to break the "no synthetic fiber" rule when it comes to fleece clothing?
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How to Tell if Baby Clothes Fit Right
Figuring out the proper baby size when buying baby clothes can be a bit tricky for new parents. And there always comes a point in time if you wonder whether or not that favorite outfit is simply too tight. Here's how you can tell if your baby's clothes are too tight.
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How do I pack my daughter's christening outfit to keep it safe from discoloring?
Every baby has at least one special outfit that parents want to save; the key to keeping it free from discoloring is proper storage.
CU of 'Made in China' label on clothing - David Malan/Photographer's Choice RF/Getty Images
I've noticed that a lot of the baby clothes I have are made in China.....
After a large scare surrounding toys made in China, parents have been writing in, asking if baby clothes made in China are any safer.
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What Are The Benefits of Bamboo in Baby Clothes?
With organic baby clothes becoming all the rage, it's hard to tell what's worth buying and what's not. Bamboo is one of the best materials you can invest in when it comes to organic baby clothes.
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What exactly is a baby layette?
Definition of a baby layette.
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Bag Sleeper
A bag sleeper is one of many options you have when it comes to choosing infant and baby sleepwear. Favored by many parents, it is roomy and makes midnight diaper changes more bearable thanks to its unique design.
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A baby bodysuit is probably the most common piece of clothing in any baby's wardrobe.
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Baby Clothes Sizes
You shop at the GAP where the term "newborn 0 - 12 months" is often used for baby clothes sizes. Then you head to Old Navy where their baby clothes are split into 0 - 3, 3 - 6, and so on. So why the discrepancy in baby clothes sizes among retailers?
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When Baby Sizes Conflict
So you know that not all baby sizes are created equal. And when you shop, you do so based on height and weight rather than age, right? So what happens when your baby's weight equals one size and his length makes him a different size? Here's what you do when you have conflicting baby sizes on your hands.
Baby Sizing 101: What’s the Real Difference Between 24 Months and 2T?
Ever been to the store and look at two identical outfits, one in baby size 24 months and the other a 2T? Find out the differences in these two baby sizes.
Baby boy (15-18 months) in chicken costume preparing to lift pumpkin - Noel Hendrickson/Photographer's Choice RF/Getty Images
What is Wordless Wednesday at About.com Baby Clothes? How do I Enter my Baby?
Do you want to show off your baby for Wordless Wednesday? Want to know what exactly Wordless Wednesday is?
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6 Things You can do With Used Baby Clothes
A reader recently emailed, mentioning that she has become overrun with outgrown baby clothes from her twins. With limited time on her hands, she asked me for a quick list of things she can do with her used baby clothes.
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When to Add the Next Baby Size Clothing to the Closet
When you have baby clothes in a variety of baby sizes, it's hard to know what to put in the closet and what to put in storage. One reader asks, "When should I put the next baby size clothing in the closet?"
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Cloth Diapering and Baby Clothes Sizes
It seems cloth diapers are making a comeback and many parents are now choosing them over disposables. But cloth diapers can be bulky. Does cloth diapering mean you need to buy bigger baby clothes sizes?
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Dress Baby Comfortably, Safely and Simply
When it comes time to dress your baby, there are three things that you should keep in mind; do you know the rules for dressing your baby?
Newborn Infant in Mother's Arms at Hospital - Cavan Images/The Image Bank/Getty Images
What Baby Size Do I Buy for a Newborn?
It's hard to determine what baby size to buy a newborn. Do you opt for newborn sizes? Or immediately jump to 0-3 months? Here's an easy way to decide what baby size to buy for your newborn.
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How to Read a Baby Clothes Tag
It can be difficult to buy baby clothes in the right size — especially when every brand is different. And what happens when no age range is listed on the tag? Here's how to read a baby clothes sizing tag.
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Infant and Baby Clothes Glossary

A glossary of terms to help define the terminology used when talking about baby clothes. All the lingo can get overwhelming for new parents and those that are buying baby clothes for gifts; find out what it all means.
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Baby Bodysuit: The Definition of a Baby Bodysuit
Baby bodysuits are another piece of clothing typically found in a layette; they are also a great layering piece.
Woman carrying baby boy ready to place him in cot - Vanessa Davies/Dorling Kindersley/Getty Images
Bag Sleeper
A bag sleeper is one of many options you have when it comes to choosing infant and baby sleepwear. Favored by many parents, it is roomy and makes midnight diaper changes more bearable thanks to its unique design.
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Blanket Sleeper
A blanket sleeper is commonly worn by babies and toddlers.
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Flame Resistant Fabric
Ever wonder what it means when your baby sleepwear says "flame resistant," or "flame retardant?" Here's the definition of flame resistant.
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What is a Kimono Baby Shirt?
A kimono baby shirt is a popular style which is great for umbilical cord care. But what exactly is a kimono baby shirt?
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Layette
A baby layette is a set of essential pieces in a newborn baby wardrobe.
Newborn child baby boy in mother's hands isolated on white background - Oleksiy Maksymenko/All Canada Photos/Getty Images
Newborn Baby Mittens
Newborn babies have paper-thin nails that, while soft and pliable, can easily scratch a baby's sensitive skin. Newborn baby mittens have become the answer for some.
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A baby bodysuit is probably the most common piece of clothing in any baby's wardrobe.
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