Newborn Needs - Layette

If you're in this baby world, you've definitely heard the term "layette". You probably even know it means clothing (and linens) for a newborn baby. But you may not know exactly what you need in your baby's layette! What clothing is really necessary for a newborn? Sure, 87 fluffy lacy ribbony dresses are fun and adorable... but as a new mom, practical is the new fun. You need to know what you're actually going to use, and what's going to make your life easier. So, let's get down to the nitty gritty!


Clothing:
6 kimono style or side snap shirts
6-8 footie pajamas and/or gowns
8 onesies, rompers, or soft outfits
4 hats
6-8 pairs of socks
2 sweaters
For cold weather - 1-2 snowsuit or winter bunting
2 pairs scratch mits (optional, but nice!)
3 drool bibs (also optional, but nice for drooly little ones!)

The side-snap or kimono style shirts are easy to get on floppy sweet newborns, and don't bug their umbilical cord! They're great for just hanging out at home, that first little while. Footie pajamas or gowns keep little feet warm, and as simple and practical as possible makes outfitting your little one easy. 

Hats from Baby Soy, Wiggle & Scoot, and Carlino. Bib from Mum2Mum.

Mits from Baby Soy, GuavaKids. Socks from Trumpette and BabySoy.

Side Snap onesie from Carlino, side snap shirt from Finn & Emma,  Hoodies from Baby Soy, Side Snap long sleeve onesie from Baby Soy.

Sleeping:
3-6 receiving blankets
2 sleep sacks or swaddlers
3-4 crib or bassinet sheets

For receiving blankets, there are many options - absorbent, soft, and multi-use, Aden & Anais are always a fabulous choice. For sleep sacks you can go from luxe (Little Giraffe!) to practical - or choose easy swaddlers instead! We usually recommend 2-3 custom sheets for your bedding, and fill that out with inexpensive, simple and sweet Lil Critters organic cotton jersey.

Sheets from Dwell Studios, Annette Tatum, Aden & Anais, and Crib Critters.

Sleep sack from Little Giraffe, Swaddling Blankets from Aden & Anais, Swaddler from  TrueWomb, Convertible footie/gown from Carlino.

Bathing:
2 hooded bath towels
6 cotton wash cloths      

These aren't strictly necessary, but make bathing a more enjoyable experience for you and your child! Try Maamam towels, which keep you dry while you bath your sweetie - or custom hooded towels from Boogie Baby! 

Hooded towel from Boogie Baby, Aacua Towel from Maamam, Cloths from Maamam.

Other:
Baby Carrier/sling

While not technically layette, this definitely falls into the category of linens and newborn necessities! Try the Baby K'Tan for a soft baby experience, or the Boba 3G carrier if you want it to last longer. 

Baby K'tan in black, Boba 3G in Montenegro, Baby K'tan breeze, Boba3G in Soho.

You may find you need more or less of each item, but this list will give you a good start. Come on in the store and we can help you decide what and how much is right for you - and help you set up your registry!