How to keep babies warm during cold weather and other winter tips

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How to keep babies warm during cold weather and other winter tips

Importantly, babies do not need hot rooms at night –

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. Overheating is one of the potential causes of

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A sleepsuit and either a sleeping bag or a sheet and/or blanket should be fine.

It says if you’re using a sleeping bag and feel like your baby is cold, add an extra layer of clothing – but not extra blankets.

If you’re using sheets and/or blankets, use lightweight cellular blankets. Avoid thick, fleecy or padded blankets.

Also remove hats when a baby is inside.

You should keep your baby’s head warm when going outside, and use mittens or gloves to stop heat loss.

In the car, for safety reasons, you should keep thick jumpers and coats to a minimum, so there is not too much padding between your child and the car seat straps.

If necessary, you can lay a blanket on top of them once they are safely strapped in. Remove any extra layers when you come back inside.

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