What is the ideal size for a baby blanket for newborns?
Newborn babies usually have a body length of about 50cm, and a blanket size of 100mm×120mm is generally suitable. When the baby turns one year old, the height can reach over 70cm, and the blanket size should also be increased, with 100mm×150mm being more appropriate. After the baby turns one, it is best to choose a rectangular blanket to prevent the baby from rolling around and kicking off the blanket during sleep. At 2-3 years old, a blanket size of 120mm×160mm is recommended for the baby's small blanket.
1. Thin pajamas + swaddle + thin blanket or blanket for newborns: With the protection of close-fitting pajamas and the wrapping of the swaddle, newborns already feel safe and warm. At this time, mothers can add a layer of blanket under the baby's chest to keep them warm. Depending on the weather, mothers can adjust the thickness of the blanket to ensure a comfortable sleep for the baby.
2. Thin cotton pajamas + vest-type sleeping bag + thin blanket for younger babies: As the baby grows, they may not want their arms constrained. To keep the baby's upper body warm, mothers can choose a sleeveless sleeping bag for the baby, while the warm pajamas will not make the baby's arms feel cold. Similarly, depending on the specific temperature, mothers can add a blanket outside the sleeping bag for the baby.
3. Thin pajamas + long-sleeved large sleeping bag or thin cotton pajamas + large quilt for toddlers: Placing the baby in a large and warm sleeping bag allows mothers to sleep peacefully. If the baby is well-behaved, they can also be covered with a large quilt directly.
Determining if a baby is cold or hot can be done by assessing the baby's body temperature, skin temperature, mental state, and behavior. For younger babies who cannot express themselves, parents can touch their hands, feet, and neck. If the baby's hands, feet, and the back of the neck are warm, it indicates that the baby's environment or clothing is appropriate, neither too cold nor too hot.
