Hur ska man klä en bebis på vintern?

Så klär du din bebis i höst och vinter

Att klä en liten bebis för höst och vinter kan kännas svårt, särskilt första gången. Behövs en vinteroverall redan vid plusgrader? Hur mycket ska barnet ha i åkpåsen? Och gäller samma kläder i vagnen som i bärselen?

Det viktigaste är att tänka i lager och anpassa kläderna efter väder, vind och hur mycket barnet rör sig. Ett barn som ligger stilla i vagnen behöver vanligtvis mer värme än ett barn som kryper, går eller leker.

Temperaturerna i guiden är ungefärliga. Känn alltid efter i barnets nacke eller på bröstet efter en stund utomhus.

Tre lager som gör det enkelt

Lager 1 – mjukt närmast huden

Det innersta lagret ska hålla barnet torrt och bekvämt.

Vid mildare temperaturer fungerar en mjuk body och byxa eller pyjamas i bambu eller ekologisk bomull. När det blir kallare är ett underställ i merinoull ett bra val eftersom ullen hjälper till att hålla värmen även om barnet blir lite fuktigt.

Lager 2 – värmande mellanlager

Mellanlagret skapar värme och kan enkelt tas av eller läggas till.

Välj exempelvis:

Singelfleece under mildare dagar.
Ullfleece när det är kallare.
Tröja och byxa i fleece eller ull för enkel lager-på-lager-klädsel.

Lager 3 – skydd mot väder och vind

Det yttersta lagret anpassas efter vädret:

Skalkläder skyddar mot vind och väta.
Regnkläder passar vid regn, slask och blöta underlag.
Vindfleece fungerar bra under torra men blåsiga höstdagar.
Lättviktsoverall passar under övergången mellan höst och vinter.
Vinteroverall behövs när temperaturen sjunker och barnet vistas ute längre stunder.

Baby in a stroller
- Onesie and trousers, or a soft onesie.
- Light cardigan, single-layer fleece, or windproof fleece in windy weather.
- Light hat.
- Socks and soft booties.
- Light blanket that can easily be removed.
A protected carrycot is often warmer than the temperature outside the stroller. So it is better to start with a lighter layer and bring an extra blanket.
Baby in a baby carrier
- Onesie and trousers, or pajamas.
- Light top if needed.
- Light hat.
- Socks or booties on the feet.
The baby gets warmth from your body, and the baby carrier also acts as an extra layer. Pay particular attention to the head, legs, and feet that stick out.
Sandbox or playing on the ground
- Onesie, or a light top and trousers.
- Shell suit, or shell jacket and shell trousers.
- Rainwear if the ground is wet.
- Light hat.
- Boots or other weatherproof shoes.
A child who is sitting or crawling on the ground primarily needs protection from moisture and wind.
Baby in a stroller
- Body and trousers in bamboo or a thin wool base layer.
- Single-layer fleece or thin wool fleece.
- Wind fleece, lightweight all-in-one, or shell suit.
- Hat that protects the ears.
- Socks and booties.
- Footmuff or a warm blanket, depending on how many layers of clothing the child is wearing.
Keep in mind that a warm footmuff functions as a substantial outer layer. The child therefore does not always need both a thick all-in-one and several insulating layers.
Baby in a baby carrier
- Thin wool base layer or body and trousers.
- Thin fleece if needed.
- Hat.
- Warm socks or booties.
- Wind cover, baby carrier cover, or your jacket over the child.
Do not dress the child too thickly between you and the child. Your body heat helps keep the child warm, and an excessively thick all-in-one can affect how securely the child sits in the carrier.
Sandbox or playing on the ground
- Base layer or body and trousers.
- Fleece as a mid-layer.
- Shell suit or rainwear, depending on the weather.
- Hat and thin mittens.
- Wellington boots with room for socks.

This temperature range can be tricky. A few degrees above freezing with rain and wind can feel colder than a dry day with a couple of degrees below freezing.
Baby in a stroller
- Merino wool base layer.
- Wool fleece or fleece suit.
- Lightweight suit or winter suit, depending on the footmuff and the weather.
- Warm hat.
- Mittens and warm booties.
- Footmuff.
If the child is lying in a warm winter footmuff, a lighter suit may be enough. Without a warm footmuff, the clothing needs to provide more insulation.
Baby in a baby carrier
- Merino wool base layer.
- Fleece or wool fleece.
- Warm hat.
- Wool socks and insulating booties.
- A baby carrier cover or a roomy jacket that protects both you and the child.
The child's face should always be visible and their airways clear. Make sure the chin is not pressed against the chest and that fabric or clothing does not cover the mouth and nose.
Sandbox or sledding hill
- Merino wool base layer.
- Fleece or wool fleece as a mid-layer.
- Winter suit or lightweight suit with an extra mid-layer.
- Warm hat and neck warmer.
- Waterproof, insulated mittens.
- Warm socks and insulated boots.
Children sitting in a sled get cold more quickly than children who are running around and playing. Consider placing an insulating pad or blanket underneath the child.
Baby in a stroller
- Merino wool base layer.
- Wool fleece.
- Winter snowsuit or warm footmuff, adjusted so that the child does not get too warm.
- Warm, windproof hat.
- Mittens.
- Wool socks and warm booties.
Check the child's temperature regularly. A warm footmuff together with wool layers and a winter snowsuit may be too much for some children.
Baby in a baby carrier
- Merino wool base layer.
- Wool fleece or another thin, insulating fleece.
- Warm hat.
- Wool socks and warm booties.
- A windproof layer over both the child and the person carrying them.
Pay particular attention to protecting the legs, feet, and head. Carry out brief checks during the walk and make sure the child's face remains visible and unobstructed at all times.
Sledding hill or quiet winter play
- Merino wool base layer.
- Wool fleece as a mid layer.
- Winter snowsuit.
- Warm hat and neck warmer.
- Waterproof, lined mittens.
- Wool socks and lined winter boots.
Take indoor breaks if the child is outside for an extended period. Change damp mittens and socks immediately, as moisture cools the body quickly.

When it is really cold

Newborns and very young children are more sensitive to the cold. In very cold and windy conditions, it is wise to shorten time spent outdoors or stay indoors. Wind and high humidity can make it feel significantly colder than the temperature shown on the thermometer.

How to tell if your child is warm enough

Feel the neck, chest, or back:
Warm, dry skin usually means the clothing is just right.
A hot or damp neck means the child is wearing too many clothes.
A cold neck or forehead may mean the child needs more warmth.
Hands and feet may feel cooler without the child being cold, but they should not be ice-cold.
It is common to worry that your baby will be cold, but small children also become too warm easily. Dress them in several thin layers that are easy to remove.

Essentials for the autumn and winter wardrobe

Remember

There is no clothing that suits every child and every day. Consider the temperature, wind, and precipitation, but also whether the child is lying still, being carried close to the body, or active on the ground.

Layering makes it easy to adjust clothing and helps the child stay warm, dry, and comfortable throughout autumn and winter.

Dress the baby in several thin layers that can easily be removed or added. Start with a base layer or bodysuit closest to the body, add fleece or wool fleece, and then use a snowsuit or footmuff as the outermost layer. A warm footmuff provides plenty of warmth, so the child does not always need both a thick winter snowsuit and several mid-layers. Feel the back of the child’s neck regularly to check their temperature.
Three layers are a good starting point: a soft, moisture-wicking layer next to the skin, a warm mid-layer, and an outer layer that protects against wind and moisture. How many layers are needed depends on the temperature, wind, the child’s age, and whether the child is lying still or moving. In a warm footmuff or baby carrier, one layer can often be removed.
Feel the back of the baby’s neck, chest, or back. If the skin feels warm and dry, the clothing is usually suitable. A hot or damp neck means the baby is probably too warm, while a cold neck or forehead may mean the baby needs an extra layer. Hands and feet are often cooler without the baby being cold, but they should not be icy cold.

Not always. A warm footmuff acts as an insulating outer layer and, together with wool base layers and fleece, may be sufficient on many winter days. In severe cold, wind, or for longer periods outdoors, a winter snowsuit may be needed. Open the footmuff or remove a layer if the child’s neck feels warm or damp.
The baby gets warmth from your body, and the baby carrier also acts as an extra layer. A base layer made of merino wool, a thin mid-layer, a hat, warm socks, and booties are a good foundation. Then protect the baby with a baby carrier cover or a roomy jacket. The baby’s face should always be visible, and their mouth and nose should be kept clear.
A child sitting still on the ground or in a sled needs more warmth than a child who is running and playing. Use a base layer, a warming layer made of fleece or wool fleece, and an outer layer suited to the weather. Waterproof clothing is needed in rainy and slushy conditions. On cold winter days, a winter snowsuit, lined mittens, a warm hat, wool socks, and insulated boots are suitable. It is a good idea to place an insulating pad or blanket under the child in the sled.