Shopping for baby clothing and toddler clothing is a fun experience. However, if you are uncertain of the sizing lingo of baby clothes and toddler clothes, it can prove to be quite an overwhelming task. Use the following guide to help you as you shop for all of your baby clothing and toddler clothing needs.

 

Store	Newborn	0-3 Months	3-6 Months	6-9 Months	9-12 Months	Suitable for…
Adams	4 sizes from 44-62 cm/ 1.6-5 Kg	None	68cm/ 6.5kg	74cm/ 8kg	80cm/ 9kg	Many newborns including smaller-sized newborns
Babies R Us	52cm/ 3.5Kg	52-62cm/ 4.5-6.5kg	62-68cm/ 6.5-8kg	68-74cm/ 8-9.5kg	74-80cm/ 8-11kg	Average-sized babies
GAP	None	56cm/ 5Kg	65-66cm/5-7kg	66-70cm/ 7-10kg	66-70cm/ 7-10kg	All babies except newborns
Mothercare	56cm/ 4.5Kg	62cm/6.5kg	68cm/ 8kg	74cm/ 9kg	80cm	Larger babies
Next	56cm/ 4.5Kg	56-62cm/ 4.5-6kg	62-68cm/ 6-8kg	68-74cm/ 8-9.5kg	74-80cm/ 9.5-11kg	Larger newborns and young babies
Peacocks	56cm/ 3Kg	63cm/ 4.5kg	69cm/ 6kg	76cm/ 8kg	76cm/ 8kg	Long and lightweight babies
Petit Bateau	50cm	54cm/ up to 6kg	60cm/ 6kg	67cm/ 8kg	74cm/ 10kg	Slim and lean babies
Petit Bebe at Marks and Spencer	50cm/ 3.2 Kg	53-62cm/4.5-6Kg	69cm/ 8kg	72cm/ 9kg	76cm/ 10kg	Short and round babies
Vertbaudet	50cm/ 3.3kg	54-60cm/ 4-6 Kg	67cm/ 7-8kg	71cm/ 8-9kg	74cm/ 9-10kg	Small and petite babies

 

Dressing a wiggling baby can be tough chore for any mum. Ensuring that your baby’s clothes fit properly is the first step to successful dressing. That being said, it is important to realise that all babies grow at different rates. These guidelines are meant to give you a general idea of which sizes will best suit your baby. It may be helpful to make notes as you shop about which sizes your little one fits into according to your favorite and most visited stores.

If you are shopping for baby clothes whilst pregnant, remember that you will most likely be showered with an abundance of clothing from friends and family members. Think about what you will need as well as how quickly your baby will outgrow many of the clothes designed for the early stages. However, also be mindful that a baby, especially a newborn, can go through many outfits in one day. Be sure to have plenty of versatile bodysuits and sleepsuits on hand.

It is wise to begin shopping for toddler clothes before you will need them. That way, you can have a good supply ready as your baby grows into them. Toddlers will not go through as many outfits per day as will babies. Keep this in mind as you shop. Like babies, toddlers tend to not hold still for long periods of time. Shop for clothes that are quick and easy to put on and take off of your little mover.

Choose clothes with snaps and zippers that are easily accessible and do not require a lot of bending or twisting on the part of you or your baby. Comfort is the key. Look for clothes made of natural fibres that can withstand frequent washing. Shop here to find baby clothes that are not only comfortable but adorably cute as well.