https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:46:05 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/winter-gear-for-infants#post-275918 Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:22:46 +0000 birdieputt 275918@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mrstilly - thanks for all the suggestions!</p> <p>@looch - we walk everywhere so i'll def need one of those stroller handmuffs. cool thx! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/winter-gear-for-infants#post-275906 Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:16:17 +0000 looch 275906@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>What's your lifestyle like? Are you using a car or public transportation? </p> <p>To add to @mrstilly's list, a stroller handmuff for you, love mine!</p> <p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Baby-Jogger-Plush-Stroller-Hand/sim/B004E2DI5Y/2" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/Baby-Jogger-Plush-Stroller-Hand/sim/B004E2DI5Y/2</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/winter-gear-for-infants#post-275884 Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:03:22 +0000 mrstilly 275884@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>If you are going to be spending time outside in the cold weather, a hat and bunting (snowsuit type thing with covered hands and feet) will really keep your LO warm. You can find cute hats anywhere, from basic to wild. Look for one with velcro or a tie in case your LO decides they don't want to wear a hat, that way it stays on. Even if the bunting has a hood, we always put the hat on under so DS's head and ears didn't get cold. </p> <p>Something like this from LL Bean is what i'm talking about. <a href="http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/52109?feat=289-CL1&#038;page=infants-hi-loft-fleece-coveralls" rel="nofollow">http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/52109?feat=289-CL1&#038;page=infants-hi-loft-fleece-coveralls</a></p> <p>Fleece is a great choice because it is warm without being too bulky. Down and other materials that compress easily aren't safe to use in carseats. Fleece, as long as it's not too big or baggy on your LO, is okay to wear in a carseat because it won't compress. (It makes it harder to get the straps tight, and in a car accident the material will compress, possibly ejecting your LO from the seat! This is true for toddlers in winter coats too.)</p> <p>If they are still in an infant seat, a carseat cover (fits like a shower cap, not the one that goes in the seat under baby) is a great option to keep your LO warm in and out of the car, or if you have a travel system and are out and about with the stroller. Like this: <a href="http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11756816&#038;cagpspn=pla&#038;pla=plab" rel="nofollow">http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11756816&#038;cagpspn=pla&#038;pla=plab</a></p> <p>And if your LO is not in an infant seat, a foot muff in the stroller is a great way to add warmth. Like this: <a href="http://www.britaxusa.com/accessories/stroller-foot-muff" rel="nofollow">http://www.britaxusa.com/accessories/stroller-foot-muff</a><br /> There are a bunch out there, some stroller specific, and some more generic. </p> <p>I loved Stonz Booties because they fit right over DS's shoes, but added warmth once he outgrew his bunting that covered his feet. Like these: <a href="http://www.stonzwear.com/Baby_Booties-Unisex_Styles_0-2yrs/Booties-Elephant_Slate_Blue/Product.aspx?ProductID=122&#038;DeptID=31&#038;amp" rel="nofollow">http://www.stonzwear.com/Baby_Booties-Unisex_Styles_0-2yrs/Booties-Elephant_Slate_Blue/Product.aspx?ProductID=122&#038;DeptID=31&#038;amp</a>;</p> <p>I love basic long sleeve onesies for warmth under a long sleeve shirt or sweater. And I love these Old Navy socks. They are thick and warm, but they also stay one better than any sock I tried when DS was younger. They make new designs in the same style every season. We stocked up and they were the best. <a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=37874&#038;vid=1&#038;pid=122798&#038;scid=122798022" rel="nofollow">http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=37874&#038;vid=1&#038;pid=122798&#038;scid=122798022</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/winter-gear-for-infants#post-275877 Thu, 30 Aug 2012 09:56:01 +0000 plaidpants 275877@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@regberadaisy: Awesome, thank you! I just looked up this jacket and it looks perfect. Now I just have to decide if I want to spend $60 to buy it new OR spend hours trying to find it used online or on consignment... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/winter-gear-for-infants#post-275867 Thu, 30 Aug 2012 09:51:10 +0000 regberadaisy 275867@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@pointybird: My nieces and nephews always wore the 3-1 jackets from The Children's Place. LOVE them! And will likely pick one up for M at the end of this season for next season. I've heard from the ladies that The Lands End ones are good as well. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/winter-gear-for-infants#post-275862 Thu, 30 Aug 2012 09:49:20 +0000 plaidpants 275862@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@birdieputt: Thank you for asking this! I'm going to follow this thread. I grew up in New England, but I still have no idea what to buy for my LO. She'll be a year in December. When she was little last winter, I just wrapped her up, but now I feel like she'll need a coat, boots, mittens, etc., since she's more of a little person now. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/winter-gear-for-infants#post-275859 Thu, 30 Aug 2012 09:46:38 +0000 regberadaisy 275859@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Will you be walking alot? If so, I suggest a stroller muff like JJ Cole.<br /> I'm starting to think a jacket is not necessary but I will get a bunting for when we're outside. Winter boots such as North Face is probably not necessary since at 6-12 months they really won't be walking much outdoors.</p> <p><a href="http://www.hellobee.com/2011/09/24/winter-gear/" rel="nofollow">http://www.hellobee.com/2011/09/24/winter-gear/</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/winter-gear-for-infants#post-275852 Thu, 30 Aug 2012 09:43:27 +0000 birdieputt 275852@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I grew up in California, but my girls will be raised in Chicago. Now that fall is around the corner, I am trying to figure out what winter gear to buy for them. They will be 6-12 months old during the winter. What type of winter gear do infants need (jacket, boots, etc)? What about crib sheets and stroller accessories? If you could suggest specific brands (i.e. NorthFace) - that would be helpful too. Thanks! </p>