Babywearing in the Winter - top buys 2021

What to dress baby in during the winter months while babywearing is one of the most often asked questions. And I understand why, trying to figure out how many layers is a pain in the bum.

Here's my rough guide (and following this is a bunch of suggestions for base layers/fleece layers/all in ones that you can get this year)

So here are my suggestions for fleece all in ones, sweatshirt material all in ones and some base layers for babies.
Remember, you're looking for something that is going to add a thin layer, no extra bulk with no excess fabric around baby's face. You should still be able to get a safe and comfortable fit in the carrier or sling for baby. 

Frugi Look at the Stars Snuggle Suit, currently 20% discount at Babipur £33.60
Perfect for layering over babys clothes under a sling with a bigger coat over the top if needed. Pair with booties. They have baby size and also a big version for toddlers. 
www.babipur.co.uk/organic-clothing/children-s-organic-clothing/coats-outerwear/frugi-look-at-the-stars-snuggle-suit.html

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Piccalilly playsuit. LOVE these a lot. Nice and thin, another one perfect for layering and wearing with booties/wellies depending on how big your child is. £28
Hooded Playsuit - British Birds - Piccalilly

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Knitted snuggle suit, easy on over other clothes and on Amazon prime.  £16.50
Edjude Newborn Baby Girls Boy Clothes Bodysuit Long Sleeve Romper Jumpsuit Hooded/Button/Zipper One Piece Outfits : Amazon.co.uk

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Asda George disney hooded all in one. Super cute and a good price! £10 
Disney Mickey Mouse Charcoal Hooded All in One | Baby | George at ASDA

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Decathlon toddler size mid-warm ski suit. Love a Decathlon haul. Such good stuff. We find we need to size up with Decathlon stuff as its runs small (or my kids are just big). This one is showing out of stock online but is showing available in store in Chelmsford  £12.99 Baby Ski/Sledge Fleece Suit MIDWARM LUGIK - Decathlon

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And some base layers I love for babies and toddlers (these would be ideal for underneath the outer layer (above suggestions) when its seriously cold. So freezing and below ish. Or if you're out when its dark (fireworks night) or if you're out and standing still, rather than on the move. (I'm thinking of when we go and watch the boys play football. It's soooooo much colder standing still)

These are from decathlon, simple mid warm base layers. They go from 12months plus right the way to adult sizes. The leggings I pretty much live in during the winter. And are sooooo cheap. £2.99 an item. Again size up with decathlon stuff.
BABIES' SKIING/SLEDGING BASE LAYER TOP SIMPLE WARM - NAVY BLUE LUGIK - Decathlon

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These super cute base layers from muddy puddles are perfect too for those colder days! £18
Thermal Baselayer Bottoms | Blue Pink Thunderbolt | Muddy Puddles

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Footwear for babies. I really recommend protecting babys extremities, feet and heads especially as there is nothing tucking them up, and in particular if you're using footless all in ones. 

For non walkers/cruisers who aren't going to be getting down from the sling these are excellent. Stay on babywearing booties. And they are to be found in the webshop (or on the FB page, must update the stock!) They go up the calf a bit and with poppers and an elasticated cuff as well as being fleece lined they are pretty awesome. From £16 
Babywearing Booties | Naturally Happy Families (square.site)

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For bigger kids, these are what mine use. Snow boots, waterproof and nice and warm. Easy on. Winners. £19.99 
SH100 X-Warm JR Snow Hiking Boots QUECHUA - Decathlon

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And the toddler/baby version of Decathlons snow boots! Amazing! £12.99
Babies' Snow/Sledge Boots Warm LUGIK - Decathlon

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Ok these are silly money, but super cute and everything I'd look for in a toddler size snow boot, plus barefoot which I'm a big fan of. Maybe a Christmas present???
​Bobux SU Desert Arctic Boot Boysenberry | Happy Little Soles

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Hats, tricky things to find one that will stay on. I'm not a huge fan of ones with ties (anxious me!) but I like one with Velcro or poppers. This one is from Frugi and is super lovely 
Explorer Hat | Baby & Toddler Accessories & Toys: Shop Online | Frugi (welovefrugi.com)

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In terms of coats, you can get babywearing coats. But they are pretty pricy and don't do much a slightly larger coat can do. So My suggestion is to head to the nearest charity shop, buy a coat a size or two up and use that for babywearing this winter.

It's also my favourite way to stay warm and snuggly while babywearing, rather than using a cover alongside your normal coat because I just find the coat and cover combo gets fiddly and faffy...

I hope that's helpful. Generally the idea is that you want to be using non bulky thin layers to stay warm and cosy without overheating, compromising the fit of the carrier or having too much fabric around baby's face.

Happy snuggly winter babywearing

​Chiara x