OHbaby! Forums : Summer babies? https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sun, 05 Apr 2026 03:08:19 +0000 Tue, 28 Sep 2010 09:36:08 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=35886 <![CDATA[OHbaby! Forums]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[Summer babies? : Quick question I&#039;ve got flannelette...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1163700&title=summer-babies#1163700 Author: caliandjack
Subject: 35886
Posted: 28 September 2010 at 9:36am

Quick question I've got flannelette and cotton sheets... I'm guessing I should use the cotton ones for the summer?

Did your DD have hair clobug?

]]> Tue, 28 Sep 2010 09:36:08 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1163700&title=summer-babies#1163700 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : We had a dec08 baby and she lived...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1163581&title=summer-babies#1163581 Author: mrsm
Subject: 35886
Posted: 27 September 2010 at 10:24pm

We had a dec08 baby and she lived in singlet style/no leg onsies. I got a pack of 3 large muslin wraps from Spotlight which were fantastic and just layered blankets on top as needed. She wore a beanie home from the hospital then not again til winter.

Tip - her head would get hot and sweaty when she was sleeping cause she couldn't turn it. I used to put down an old school cloth nappy for her to lie on as it was much easier to change than the sheets. Also, if you are BFing good idea to put a cloth/muslin between their head/body and your arm cause the shared body heat can get a bit damp too.]]> Mon, 27 Sep 2010 22:24:30 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1163581&title=summer-babies#1163581 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : Thanks so much for all the great...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1163064&title=summer-babies#1163064 Author: MummyFreckle
Subject: 35886
Posted: 27 September 2010 at 1:46pm

Thanks so much for all the great tips!!! We are off for our scan (20wk) tomorrow so will know what to sort out from our existing baby clothes!! ]]> Mon, 27 Sep 2010 13:46:02 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1163064&title=summer-babies#1163064 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : Thanks for posting this! #2 is...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1162924&title=summer-babies#1162924 Author: mynaturalbaby
Subject: 35886
Posted: 27 September 2010 at 11:24am

Thanks for posting this! #2 is due late December/early January and I have no idea what to buy for her. DS was born in cold July so we're going to be in the completely opposite season this time around. Looks as though cotton is the clear winner.]]> Mon, 27 Sep 2010 11:24:44 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1162924&title=summer-babies#1162924 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : Sabrina0007 wrote:Isnt it best...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1162789&title=summer-babies#1162789 Author: caliandjack
Subject: 35886
Posted: 27 September 2010 at 9:29am

Originally posted by Sabrina0007 Sabrina0007 wrote:

Isnt it best to always have then in one more layer of clothing than you are. Although that doesnt always apply in the summer heat


That's the advice I've been given. Make sense. 
I'll be adjusting to Akl temperatures and humidity as well which makes it feel a lot warmer and sticker than here in the Manawatu.

]]> Mon, 27 Sep 2010 09:29:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1162789&title=summer-babies#1162789 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : Great topic ladies and thank you...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1162768&title=summer-babies#1162768 Author: Bambino
Subject: 35886
Posted: 27 September 2010 at 9:09am

Great topic ladies and thank you for all the advice. My EDD is late Jan and I am buying some merino items because it breathes so well.]]> Mon, 27 Sep 2010 09:09:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1162768&title=summer-babies#1162768 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : I had a summer 09 baby, it was...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1162636&title=summer-babies#1162636 Author: _SMS_
Subject: 35886
Posted: 26 September 2010 at 9:29pm

I had a summer 09 baby, it was a lot hotter that summer than it was this year.

Quite often i would have dd in a nappy & singlet and thats it. It was so hot, the midwife told me she was fine in that as long as there was no draft around.

Its hard having a newborn in the heat, you dont want to make them too hot or too cold

I only used cotton for dd until about 2 months, we just didnt need woolen singlets. I would have her in a singlet & stretch & grow if needed. She wasnt wrapped because it was too hot for that, she never like being wrapped anyway.

If we went out i would still dress her quite warm, id put a woolen cardy on, but id make sure she was overheated.

Isnt it best to always have then in one more layer of clothing than you are. Although that doesnt always apply in the summer heat
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Subject: 35886
Posted: 26 September 2010 at 8:05pm

I had a christmas baby last year, and we ended up having to go out and buy a couple of extra merino singlets because there were still cooler days, and we needed them then. Her clothes ranged from just a nappy through to jumper, booties and woolly hat. We brought her home from hospital on christmas eve dressed in woollies.

I never had a sunhat for her, but I used to have a collection of lightweight muslins that I'd completely shade her with, either in her carseat/pram or in my arms. And I did spend a lot more time inside than I would in an ordinary summer.

Congrats on all the summer babies ]]> Sun, 26 Sep 2010 20:05:47 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1162541&title=summer-babies#1162541 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : I&#039;ve got her some merino...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1162454&title=summer-babies#1162454 Author: caliandjack
Subject: 35886
Posted: 26 September 2010 at 5:07pm

I've got her some merino singlets and sleep suits from baby city which will help to keep her warm and dry and keep moisture away from her skin.

Hard to find anything other than cotton. ]]> Sun, 26 Sep 2010 17:07:37 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1162454&title=summer-babies#1162454 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : dont forget that they cant regulate...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1162396&title=summer-babies#1162396 Author: Bizzy
Subject: 35886
Posted: 26 September 2010 at 3:16pm

dont forget that they cant regulate their temperature themselves at all when newborn... so dont go too light on the layers. ]]> Sun, 26 Sep 2010 15:16:29 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1162396&title=summer-babies#1162396 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : We used a muslin cloth over the...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1162352&title=summer-babies#1162352 Author: MyPeas
Subject: 35886
Posted: 26 September 2010 at 1:29pm

We used a muslin cloth over the car seat as sometimes the sun was coming from all angles.

Also found that we did need to have some warmer clothes as weather is a bit unpredictable. Didn't really use anything woollen just a few layers as needed.

When hot often slept in just a nappy and then wrapped in muslin or cotton wrap with a sheet overtop during the day and just a bodysuit or gown at night. Checked temperature when I went to bed and added cotton or other blankets then as required.

I don't think sunscreen is recommended and is best to keep bubs out of direct sunlight if possible.

Best advice is probably to use easily removable layers to handle the temperature changes.]]> Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:29:11 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1162352&title=summer-babies#1162352 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : Thanks for asking the question!...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1161694&title=summer-babies#1161694 Author: blondy
Subject: 35886
Posted: 24 September 2010 at 9:57pm

Thanks for asking the question! Nat was a mid-winter baby, so it's going to be a whole new kettle of fish having a Jan baby! Thanks for the advice ladies ]]> Fri, 24 Sep 2010 21:57:46 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1161694&title=summer-babies#1161694 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : caliandjack wrote:I&#039;ve...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1161629&title=summer-babies#1161629 Author: myfullhouse
Subject: 35886
Posted: 24 September 2010 at 9:10pm

Originally posted by caliandjack caliandjack wrote:

I've got a sun shade for the buggy, guess need to find one for the car as well.

I have found the sunshades that go over the top of the car door better and easier, I think they are called sun socks . I got mine off TM]]> Fri, 24 Sep 2010 21:10:08 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1161629&title=summer-babies#1161629 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : I&#039;ve seen sun hats for newborns...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1161314&title=summer-babies#1161314 Author: caliandjack
Subject: 35886
Posted: 24 September 2010 at 4:46pm

I've seen sun hats for newborns I think avoiding the sun during summer is almost impossible.
Unless I never want to leave the house.
I've got a sun shade for the buggy, guess need to find one for the car as well.]]> Fri, 24 Sep 2010 16:46:23 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1161314&title=summer-babies#1161314 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : Interested!! Mine is coming in...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1161304&title=summer-babies#1161304 Author: Plushie
Subject: 35886
Posted: 24 September 2010 at 4:40pm

Interested!!

Mine is coming in Jan - but i live in the south island, and the weather seems to change from day to day. Can you get little sunhats for new borns? Or do you not take new babies in the sun....!? What about sunblock, is there a baby friendly sunblock or should you really keep them covered up more and then they won't be getting burnt.

Now im reeeeally paranoid about getting baby sunburnt...]]> Fri, 24 Sep 2010 16:40:00 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1161304&title=summer-babies#1161304 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : I wrapped C using cotton/muslins...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1161279&title=summer-babies#1161279 Author: kiwisj
Subject: 35886
Posted: 24 September 2010 at 4:22pm

I wrapped C using cotton/muslins and it was fine. Just get those big oversized looking ones. It's easier if they have a wee bit of stretch but it's not compulsory ]]> Fri, 24 Sep 2010 16:22:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1161279&title=summer-babies#1161279 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : our bubba is prob going to be...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1160926&title=summer-babies#1160926 Author: sbeach
Subject: 35886
Posted: 24 September 2010 at 12:01pm

our bubba is prob going to be a xmas pressie so I too have been wondering about what blankets/wraps are needed...mentioned to my cousin about getting some muslin ones and she thought they wouldnt be any good at wrapping as they arent stretchy like cotton/merino ones can be.. so I dont know!!!

I do think it may be more about keeping bubba cool instead of warm for the first few months...]]> Fri, 24 Sep 2010 12:01:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1160926&title=summer-babies#1160926 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : Our baby is due in November and...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1160726&title=summer-babies#1160726 Author: caliandjack
Subject: 35886
Posted: 24 September 2010 at 9:27am

Our baby is due in November and we'll be in Akl, I found it noticeably warmer than down here when I was there last weekend.

All my newborn stuff is 100% cotton, do I need to getting anything in wool/merino or is this not necessary?

I'm also looking at getting a couple of sun hats with the wide brim for baby.
As I think keeping her cool is going to be more of an issue than keeping her warm.

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Subject: 35886
Posted: 24 September 2010 at 8:36am

Thats a good point mummy freckle. DS was born in March and we were living in central north island then so it was cold. But I remember how hot it was up in Auckland this march.

I think I will just take each day as it comes and follow the one more layer rule. ]]> Fri, 24 Sep 2010 08:36:56 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1160654&title=summer-babies#1160654 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : Hannah was born at the end of...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1160574&title=summer-babies#1160574 Author: BugTeeny
Subject: 35886
Posted: 24 September 2010 at 6:53am

Hannah was born at the end of Jan and lived in just a nappy during the day and a short-sleeved onesie at night time.
Swaddled in muslin with a sheet over the top and I had a light superfine merino blanket for the "cooler" nights.

I live by the rule: one more layer than me.



*eta: I can't believe you're almost at 20 weeks!
Are you going to find out the sex?



Edited by MamaPickle]]> Fri, 24 Sep 2010 06:53:28 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1160574&title=summer-babies#1160574 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : I live in year-round summer. C...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1160446&title=summer-babies#1160446 Author: kiwisj
Subject: 35886
Posted: 23 September 2010 at 8:58pm

I live in year-round summer.

C was in a moses basket with a sheet under him and then he wore a short-sleeved onsie (no legs) and was swaddled. I use 100% cotton for EVERYTHING. Merino would almost definitely be fine in NZ though I reckon, as long as it's not heavy.

The other Feb 09 mums on here had their bubs in hats when they brought them home from hospital I think. C never wore a hat till he was out in the sun but temps here are 32+ most of the time so it's more about keeping cool than keeping warm!

]]> Thu, 23 Sep 2010 20:58:58 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1160446&title=summer-babies#1160446 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : DS was born in Feb. in the bassinet...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1160428&title=summer-babies#1160428 Author: newme
Subject: 35886
Posted: 23 September 2010 at 8:43pm

DS was born in Feb. in the bassinet i swaddled him in a muslin cloth and then had a light blanket over top. but we live in the south island where it is probably a bit colder than Auckland.

It is just one of those things that you have to evaluate each day depending on the weather.

Merino should be okay if it is light weight.]]> Thu, 23 Sep 2010 20:43:40 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1160428&title=summer-babies#1160428 <![CDATA[Summer babies? : Help - what do I need for a summer...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=35886&PID=1160411&title=summer-babies#1160411 Author: MummyFreckle
Subject: 35886
Posted: 23 September 2010 at 8:28pm

Help - what do I need for a summer baby? #1 was an October baby so was still pretty cold and wintery when he was little, so I have no idea what this next one will need.

I am due in Feb, so its going to be pretty hot and muggy in Auckland. What will I need to dress baby in? Will it still need to wear a little hat? What sort of blankets will I need for the basinnet? Will merino be too hot?

I feel like a bit of a noob having to ask, but am completely puzzled by what I am going to need!

 

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