Which bodysuit to choose for baby?

The bodysuit is an essential item in a baby's wardrobe. Choosing the right one involves considering the outside temperature and the child's age. Short or long-sleeved baby bodysuits, crossover or with American armholes, follow all our tips to know which bodysuit to choose for your baby.

Baby Bodysuit, Short Sleeves or Long Sleeves?

Newborns are not yet able to regulate their temperature, so it is recommended to dress them in long-sleeved bodysuits during their first few months of life. During the cold season, it is also advisable to choose a long-sleeved winter bodysuit for your baby. To ensure your baby stays warm during winter outings, add one more layer than what you would wear. You can also slip a long-sleeved bodysuit under a pajama when the nights are a bit chilly.

For the short-sleeved bodysuit, what outdoor temperature is necessary?

It's difficult to set a precise temperature, but trust your instincts and take the time to observe your baby to see if they're too hot. This is the best way to know when to switch to a short-sleeved bodysuit. In very hot weather, you can also choose a baby sleeveless bodysuit to ensure your child is as comfortable as possible. A bodysuit and shorts for baby is the perfect outfit for warm days!

There are two types of bodysuits. The crossover bodysuit, which closes like a kimono, is ideal for the smallest babies as it avoids having to pull the garment over their head. For inexperienced new parents, this is the best option as it requires less handling. When the baby grows and can sit up, you can opt for a bodysuit that fastens with snap buttons at the crotch. This model is very practical as it allows you to change your baby's diaper without undressing them completely. Bodysuits with American armholes have a wider crossover opening at the neck, making them easier to put on.

Baby bodysuit, until what age?

Do you always need to put a bodysuit on a baby?

Of course, you don't have to put a bodysuit on your baby, it's by no means a requirement. However, don't forget that this small garment has two essential functions: it helps keep the diaper in place and also keeps your baby warm. Thanks to its shape, it stays in place, unlike a T-shirt that could ride up and leave your baby's belly exposed.

Until what age is a bodysuit useful for a baby?

It depends on potty training: as long as your child is still wearing diapers, the bodysuit helps keep them in place. After that, you can switch to underwear. Make sure the bodysuit is always the right size: if you have to stretch the fabric to close the snaps, it’s time to move to the next size. Don't hesitate to refer to our size guide.

Baby body, a fashion accessory?

The body can be simple or full of imagination. While often hidden under other clothes, the prettiest designs can also be worn on their own, replacing a T-shirt when the warm weather arrives. They can feature various patterns such as polka dots or stripes, be adorned with playful illustrations, or embroidered with fun messages. You can choose a body with a Peter Pan collar for a baby girl or a shirt collar for a boy.

Some models can be paired with accessories like a bonnet, small booties, or a bib to create a complete outfit. Others are 2-in-1 garments, with a top that looks like a T-shirt and a bottom with snaps at the crotch. In any case, opt for bodies made of 100% cotton: more comfortable, they respect the delicate skin of babies and are easier to wash.