How to dress a newborn for discharge (according to the seasons)
What to consider when choosing clothes for a newborn?
It is necessary to take into account not only the temperature outside the window
, but also other conditions: precipitation, humidity, wind, and so on. The ideal choice would be underwear made from natural materials with virtually no dyeing to avoid allergic reactions. Also, natural fabric allows the skin to breathe.
Clothes size is also an important criterion.
. It's better to take more things than less. It is also necessary to swaddle the baby freely.
avoid bare areas on your baby's body.
, this is especially significant in winter, and also in cold autumn and spring. Upon discharge, a warm envelope or insulated overalls, closed clothing (for example, a bodysuit) and other options will help.
It is imperative to get rid of tags on clothing.
so as not to damage the baby's delicate skin. In general, in the first month of life, as well as at discharge, you need to wear things without seams, or with the seams facing out.
Multilayer sets are relevant at almost any time of the year, especially in winter.
. But there should not be too many layers, optimally two warm ones, not four light ones. Wrapping a child in a blanket, as well as dressing him too warmly, is not a good idea. Otherwise, the child may overheat and get sick. And first, dress yourself, and then start dressing the baby.
It is not difficult to determine the comfort of a child’s condition: just touch the neck and upper back. If the skin is hot and damp, he is too hot, and if it is cool, he is cold. In this case, you need to change clothes to more suitable ones.
Dressing the baby for discharge according to the seasons
Summer
. Give preference to a bodysuit or overalls made of thin cotton. You need to put a knitted cap on the baby’s head and thin socks on his feet. Be sure to use a diaper. But the summer envelope can easily be replaced with a corner diaper or blanket.
Spring and autumn
. You also can’t do without a diaper, but you need to wear a bodysuit with long sleeves. Prepare rompers, a cotton jersey jumpsuit, a cap, an envelope made of wool or padding polyester. The latter can be replaced with insulated overalls or a blanket. You will need a knitted hat.
Winter
. As in other seasons, you will need a diaper. In winter, it is better to check out with your baby in a long-sleeve bodysuit and cotton overalls. Put on your child a thin cap, a hat with fur or synthetic padding with a cotton lining, warm socks, a fleece or velor jumpsuit. You will also need an envelope with a sheepskin lining or a special transformable blanket with a zipper. Instead, a transformable jumpsuit with fur is suitable. Thin and warm diapers will not be superfluous.
What clothes does a newborn baby need?
Be sure to prepare a set of clothes for discharge. Typically, newborns up to three months of age fit size 56 clothes. You will need:
- 2 bodysuits with long sleeves and 2 with short sleeves
- several pants and rompers
- light and warm sweaters
- light overalls
- at least one warm, waterproof overall with wool or fleece lining
- insulated envelope or blanket
- mittens
- several caps, light and warm hats
- several pairs of light and warm socks
- five diapers of calico and three diapers of flannel.
Regardless of what time of year you are leaving with your baby, you will need all of the above items. However, for checkout you can only take what is suitable for the weather conditions. For walks, you need to prepare diapers, a clean diaper, a bottle of water, dry and wet wipes, and scarves.
In rainy and windy weather
A cape or cover for the stroller would be relevant; in winter you can cover the stroller with a shawl, and in summer you can’t do without a mosquito net. In summer, the stroller can be replaced with a sling.
Walking with a child
is already on the seventh to tenth day after birth, but if the temperature is less than 5 degrees below zero, it is better not to rush to go outside. The duration of the first walk should be within 10-15 minutes, the time should be increased gradually. Subsequently, the infant is taken for walks two to three times a day: in the summer for 1-2 hours, in the winter for 30-40 minutes.
When does the discharge take place?
If the birth went without complications, you and the baby have good tests, the following will be discharged from the maternity hospital:
- On the 3rd day after the birth of the child - in case of natural birth;
- On the 7th day after birth - during caesarean section;
- The day after birth, against signature, if all tests are normal and mother and baby feel well.
If the child needs additional medical care, the mother will be discharged from the maternity hospital on time, and he will be transferred to the nursing department.
Clothes for mom when she is discharged from the hospital
It's no secret that immediately after giving birth, a woman's figure changes. There are extra pounds gained during pregnancy, the belly takes time to shrink, and the breasts are surprisingly large. The most wrong thing at this moment is to scold and hate your body, and also try to put on the clothes that you wore before or during pregnancy. Clothes that don't suit your figure will only ruin your mood.
Need a new dress! Yes, exactly the dress, because on the discharge the mother is the personification of femininity. Trousers or jeans are not at all suitable for this occasion. When choosing a dress, pay attention to its color. Immediately cross out the dark options from those considered. The style of the discharge dress should not be fitted or short. True, even the now very popular floor-length options on the discharge are not very appropriate. It is advisable to choose a dress of medium length.
Match it with shoes or boots without heels. Don't forget about accessories. Place all this, including tights (if they are needed for the season), in a separate bag. Your relatives will bring it to you at the maternity hospital. You don't need surprises, do you?
How to take checkout photos
What is an extract without photos? There are photographers and videographers in every maternity hospital. In principle, you can use their services. You are unlikely to receive masterpieces, but photographs and films will remain as “memories”.
In general, you shouldn’t expect much from photographs from maternity hospitals. Indeed, in most of them, despite attempts to create a festive atmosphere in the discharge rooms, there are rather formal interiors and certainly poor lighting. And flash photography is good for a newspaper report, but not for a photo shoot with a child. Therefore, take the “obligatory” photo against the backdrop of the maternity hospital (the child must know where he was born), and without wasting time, go look for natural light.
Alternatively, you can shoot outside. Just try to make sure that cars, fences and strangers do not get into the frame. After all, on the way home you can stop at some park or square.
And, of course, take photos at home. Moreover, in elegant clothes and with flowers. Yes, this will be a staged photo, but it’s important for you not to tell the truth of life, but to capture the emotions that are on the face of mom, dad, relatives and friends. And they are definitely inimitable!
It’s great if in advance you choose a place in the apartment with good light and an interesting background where you can take pictures. Ask your husband to hang garlands and balloons (prepared by you in advance). By the way, this will be enough to create a festive atmosphere in the apartment.
What documents are given upon discharge?
Upon discharge from the maternity hospital, you must be given:
Obstetrician-gynecologist:
- Exchange card;
- An extract about the course of labor and the postpartum period;
- Birth certificate.
Pediatrician:
- Statement of the child’s health;
- Child's birth certificate.
Some maternity hospitals issue a separate certificate of vaccinations.
These documents are necessary to register a child at the clinic, a birth certificate is necessary to receive a one-time benefit from social security and to issue a birth certificate at the registry office.
Useful tips when choosing clothes
The following video very clearly and informatively talks about the first things you need to choose for a newborn.
- Things made from natural fabrics allow the skin to breathe without creating a greenhouse effect. You should choose a color scheme of calm tones, ideally white, cream, yellow. Bright colorful items contain dyes that can irritate the baby's skin.
- The seams must be on the outside.
- Any tags, price tags, or extra threads must be cut off . For an infant, they will be unpleasant irritants.
- Try to choose things with fasteners that are comfortable for you .
- The size of clothing for a newborn is selected according to height, which is about 52–56 centimeters . Focus on this parameter when choosing the first set of clothes for the future fashionista.
- Hats . Please note that they are required quite often in the first month of a child’s life. Buy a few beanies with ties. The baby's head circumference is approximately 35 centimeters.
Advice when choosing a hat : all children are different in their physical structure. And if everything is more or less clear with growth, then be more careful when choosing a headdress.
Choose two hats: one for a small head and one for a larger one. Your child may well be a tiny bundle, and the smallest hat will fit him. Or vice versa, the baby’s head may be larger, which is where a deeper cap is needed.
- When dressing your baby for discharge, take into account the air temperature , precipitation and wind.
- The mother gets dressed first, and the baby after . It is optimal when the mother gets dressed and the child is dressed by the father or medical staff.
Should I contact an agency for organizing holidays?
You probably know that there are people for whom organizing holidays is a profession. For them, organizing an extract is not a problem. Balloons, a limousine, a “Thank you for your son (or daughter!)” banner, flowers and musicians will help create a festive mood if your husband turns to a special agency for help.
If such things bring you joy, then do not deny yourself this pleasure. But if this is not your option, then warn your spouse in advance so that he does not prepare such a “surprise” for you. By the way, it is advisable to agree on all the details of the discharge to mom and dad in advance, without missing out on any details. Your husband should understand your desires and plans, and you should understand his capabilities. Also agree in advance on the list of people you will invite to the hospital for discharge or to your home if you plan to celebrate the event at home.
Do you need to hold a banquet at home and invite guests? Or will it be a big burden for mother and child? Guests are indeed an additional burden. Therefore, if you have helpers, strength, space in the apartment, it will be minimal for you. Otherwise, feel free to skip the family celebration. Promise to reschedule it a few days later to recover from the birth and get back on track with your baby.
Flowers for discharge: choose yourself
It is common knowledge that men do not know how to choose flowers.
For most of them, a beautiful bouquet is an armful of roses. And the more, the better. Men do not know the names of those exquisite flowers that delight modern girls. We must come to terms with this fact. In general, if you want to have a beautiful and comfortable bouquet for discharge, then choose it yourself. It doesn’t bother you that the bride chooses her wedding bouquet, does it? Imagine if the groom chose it... A beautiful bouquet is an important part of your wedding reception look. And... it should be comfortable. Firstly, so that it is easy to hold in your hands, and secondly, so that it can cover what you want to hide, for example, your tummy.
With the availability of mobile phones and the Internet, you can buy something even while in the maternity hospital. But still, it is better to choose a flower company that will create the desired composition for you in advance. It is also necessary to agree on the terms of the order. Well, from the maternity hospital you can only make a confirmation call.
How is the discharge process carried out?
Usually, every maternity hospital has a special discharge room - a beautifully decorated room where relatives can meet mother and baby and take photographs or videos as souvenirs. Parents can either invite their own photographer and videographer, or use similar services that are often offered by the maternity hospital itself. The event takes place as usual:
- A nurse takes the mother and baby from the room and takes them to the preparation room.
- The baby is dressed in a holiday set and an envelope.
- The ceremonial part begins. The mother is allowed to accept congratulations from those greeting them, and the nurse carries the baby out and hands him to the father.
- Afterwards, if desired, a photo session, gift transfer, etc. takes place.
- The collected things of the mother and baby are given to relatives in advance or after the ceremony. The family can go home.
Photo gallery: photo ideas for discharge
As a souvenir, you can take a photo of how the nurse will collect the baby before taking him to the discharge room and handing him over to his father.
You can start taking discharge photos in the ward, capturing the baby’s preparations.
A great idea for a group photo - signs with the “title” of each guest discharged from the maternity hospital
At discharge, the photographer will definitely take pictures of the new parents together, making interesting collages if desired.
Often a group photo with relatives and friends is taken at the sign with the name of the maternity hospital from where mother and baby are taken
When preparing for discharge, you need to remember an important detail - it is customary to thank the maternity hospital staff. Usually new fathers prepare sweets and flowers, or just an envelope with a financial thank you.
The relatives and father have the task of making the holiday memorable and beautiful. You should buy a bouquet of flowers for your mother, decorate the car, and you can also stock up on balloons.
Photo gallery: registration of the car for discharge from the maternity hospital
Large inscriptions and drapery with fabrics look neat and solemn - you can attach a sign “for your son” or “for your daughter” to your car.
The most common option for decorating a car for checkout is pink or blue balloons.
The scale of decorations depends on the father’s imagination - you can use ribbons, balls, and stickers all at once
The easiest and fastest option is to decorate your car with a themed set of stickers.
If you are faced with the question of what to give as a discharge gift, then it is best to ask the young parents what they don’t already have. If you don’t want to spoil the surprise or you’ve already bought everything for the baby, you can give things that will definitely come in handy - diapers, clothes for growing up, toys.
