Preparing for your baby’s arrival in fall: The guide to choosing Innerwear and other items

As the season changes, sometimes it may still be warm and at times it can be chilly. Because of this unpredicted weather, it is best to use layering. It’s standard practice to regulate temperature by layering thin items. A baby’s ability to regulate body temperature is still developing, so add or remove layers of innerwear and other items to maintain temperatures that are comfortable for your baby.

The short innerwear is worn directly over skin. It’s for wicking perspiration. The combination innerwear covers up to the legs. This is perfect for babies to keep a warm body temperature. Dress your baby in these two layers immediately after birth. Once your baby starts to energetically kick, you’ll want to replace the short innerwear with a bodysuit. There’s no need to worry about the opening because it fastens with buttons at the baby’s leg area. You’ll want to ready about five to six of each for perspiration and regulating body temperature because perspiration and spit-ups will require two to three changes a day.

【Modeled Items】
Baby(Newborn) Short Inner 2P
Baby(Newborn) Inner 2P
Baby(Newborn) Crew Neck Long Sleeve Bodysuit 2P
Baby(Newborn) Mesh Inner Bodysuit 2P Short Sleeve

※Remaining items were provided by the stylist.

Start with the short innerwear for perspiration. Layer over a combination innerwear, which provides warmth. Finally, layer over a one-piece outfit, which is an outer layer. Adjust the number of layers in accordance to the day’s temperature. On some days, the innerwear alone should suffice. If your baby’s back is perspiring, then it’s a sign he or she is too hot. On chilly days, check frequently, and remove or add layers when required. For example, layer a vest over top if necessary

At first, move up in size about every three months. Avoid preparing overly large innerwear even if you think your baby will quickly grow into it. Innerwear that’s too loose doesn’t wick perspiration. It also hinders your baby’s movement. Choose the right size for your baby and move up in size in conjunction with your baby’s growth.

Short innerwear
For the first two months or so, babies will have loose stools up to 10 times a day. You’ll be changing diapers each time, so short innerwear comes in particularly handy. It stays out of the way for easier changing. Choose a fabric that’s very stretchy and gentle on skin.

【Modeled Items】
Baby(Newborn) Short Inner 2P

※Remaining items were provided by the stylist.

Combination innerwear
Combination innerwear is for providing warmth. It’s worn over short innerwear and extends to cover feet. It has a key advantage. Buttons at the crotch ensure tummies remain covered. Innerwear alone should suffice when at home, so consider readying a patterned item, like the one on the picture. Your baby will look more adorable than he or she already is!

【Modeled Items】
Newborn Combination Innerwear (Set of 2) (Item not available in the Philippines)

※Remaining items were provided by the stylist.

Bodysuit
Babies begin energetically kicking around a month after birth, so consider a bodysuit in place of the short innerwear. Long-sleeve bodysuits can also serve as one-piece outfits, so you’ll want to prepare one with adorable colors and patterns. If you’re worried your baby’s legs are cold, then consider layering bloomers to cover the legs. Coordinating tights and leg warmers produce adorable looks, too.

【Modeled Items】
Newborn Long-Sleeve Bodysuit (Item not available in the Philippines)

※Remaining items were provided by the stylist.

One-piece outfit
This item fastens at the front, so even dressing babies who can’t support their heads yet is easy. The fabric stretches well, so arms slide through the sleeves easier. The crotch conveniently opens wide to simplify diaper changes. The snap buttons are differently colored to prevent incorrect fastening and reduce the effort that accompanies clothing changes.

【Modeled Items】
Newborn Joy of Print Long-Sleeve One-Piece Outfit (Item coming soon!)

※Remaining items were provided by the stylist.

Until about a month after birth, a baby’s ability to regulate body temperature is still developing, so the rule of thumb is “one layer more than an adult wears.” If two layers suffice for an adult, then layer three items for a baby: two innerwear items plus a one-piece outfit. After a month and your baby can energetically move his or her arms and legs, the same number of layers that an adult wears should suffice. Innerwear comes in different fabrics, so choose the one that’s appropriate for the time of year. You’ll want to choose a milled cotton fabric too keep your baby warm. It’s easy to move in, and it retains heat well.

You probably won’t be taking your baby outside until the one-month checkup, so innerwear alone should suffice while you and your baby remain indoors. Nonetheless, you’ll want to prepare several one-piece outfits because some days may be chilly. You’ll be glad you had a one-piece outfit when guests arrive as well. Once you and your baby are deemed healthy at the one-month checkup, it’s time to start enjoying the outside air. Use the one-piece outfit, bibs, hats, and more to create stylish looks, too!

UNIQLO’s newborn innerwear, bodysuits, one-piece outfits, and bibs are available with the same patterns. Coordinates that are built around the same pattern look fine, but why not have a little fun by combining different patterns. Or add a solid-color to the mix. Bibs require frequent replacement throughout the day, so you’ll thank yourself when you prepare several sets of colors and patterns that are easy to coordinate.

【Modeled Items】
Newborn Joy of Print Short-Sleeve Bodysuit (Set of 2) (Item not available in the Philippines)
Newborn Joy of Print Bib (Set of 3) (Item coming soon!)

※Remaining items were provided by the stylist.

From Joy of Print, the design studio started by Cath Kidston, comes a series of unique, adorably patterned bibs. Simply fastening one around your baby’s neck fosters a stylish look. There are many different designs like illustrations of adorable characters. Get several and try different coordinated looks. The front is 100% cotton, which quickly absorbs drool, while the back is AIRism pile, which is highly absorbent and fast drying. You can adjust the size, too!

【Modeled Items】
Newborn Joy of Print Bib (Set of 3) [BLUE] (Item coming soon!)
Newborn Joy of Print Bib (Set of 3) [PINK] (Item coming soon!)
Newborn Joy of Print Bib (Set of 3) [GRAY] (Item coming soon!)
Newborn Joy of Print Bib (Set of 3) [YELLOW] (Item coming soon!)

※Remaining items were provided by the stylist.

Babies require baths, and it is natural that they perspire heavily. They naturally require a change of clothes after baths as well as after they perspire. Your baby may make a mess after feeding, so several changes a day should be expected. The articles may not dry as quickly after laundering due to cooler temperatures, so you’ll want to prepare five to six sets. This way you’ll have a couple of spares when the others are in the wash.

【Modeled Items】
Baby(Newborn) Short Inner 2P
Newborn Combination Innerwear (Set of 2)
Newborn Long-Sleeve Bodysuit (Set of 2) (Item not available in the Philippines)
Newborn Joy of Print Short-Sleeve Bodysuit (Set of 2) (Item coming soon!)

※Remaining items were provided by the stylist.

Innerwear and bibs are items that new mothers can never have enough of. They’re perfect as baby shower gifts, too. The items from the Joy of Print series are particularly popular with mothers because their designs aren’t syrupy sweet. They feature tasteful colors and designs that complement the coordinated arrangements of the dads and moms holding the baby. When selecting the gift, think about the patterns the baby will look best in. Your thoughtfulness is sure to be appreciated.

【Modeled Items】
Newborn Joy of Print Bib (Set of 3) (Item coming soon!)
Newborn Joy of Print Short-Sleeve Bodysuit (Set of 2) (Item not available in the Philippines)
Newborn Joy of Print Long-Sleeve One-Piece Outfit (Item coming soon!)

※Remaining items were provided by the stylist.

【Staff Credit】
Photograph／Keisuke Saito
Stylist／Tomoyo Maruo
Hair & Make／Yuko Umezawa
Editor／Kaoru Yamamoto
Writer／Keiko Egashira