When To Start Buying Baby Stuff

It’s no secret that your newborn will grow quickly. And as they get older they’ll need plenty of outfit changes. So how many baby clothes do you need?

How Many Clothes Do I Need For Baby?

Plan on having to change your little one at least one to three times per day. Of course, some days they may only need to be changed once, but let’s go into this expecting one to three changes every day. Try to always have a few extra outfits on hand. There is nothing worse than the baby having an unexpected accident while the parents are on the road with no change in clothes.

One other factor you need to consider is how often you plan on or want to do laundry. If you are used to doing laundry once per week or even twice a week, that will change once the baby comes around. When the little guy is alive and kicking, you won’t have much time to wash and fold, so plan accordingly. For some couples, this may simply imply that buying more clothes is best.

Have enough clothes to last the baby a whole week without doing laundry, at the very least. On average, you will change your baby twice a day, so a good rule of thumb is to have 14 outfits ready to go.

How Many Baby Clothes Do I Need In Each Size?

Your little one will grow out of his/her clothing size quicker than you know it. That’s why it’s wise for all parents to plan ahead and shop for newer outfits before the baby has outgrown the current clothes.

Let’s stick with the two outfits per day estimate when coming up with a list of clothing needs by size. And remember, your little should be wearing 2 layers at all times, especially age 0-3 months.

0-3 Month Clothing Size

0-3-month-old babies will grow at their own pace, so it is possible your little one won’t even fit into this size until 1 month. It’s best not to buy too many sizes all at once, especially when the little is a newborn. Try buying the next size up, generally a month in advance.

Always be aware of the current season and season coming around the corner. It tends to get complicated when you are planning out clothes, especially with a new season on the way. Remember to get that special occasion outfit on tap, if necessary. At 2 months old, your baby will be spitting up and pooping often, so the more clothing options the better.

3-6 Month Clothing Size

At this point, your baby is becoming more active with a sparkling personality. This is also the point in life where they are awake longer, meaning it’s the perfect time to add some drool bibs to the repertoire. Buy 14 drool bibs, since you’ll likely go through 2 per day.

Even if you have to throw a bib out, it’s better than having to toss an expensive onesie. One benefit of this age is the baby likely will not require 2 layers at all times. You can start buying less clothes at this age, unless you live in a colder climate.

6-9 Month Clothing Size

By 6-9 months, your baby is starting to eat solids and having less spit ups. A baby may also stop wearing a bib at this point. It’s recommended to invest in 7 day outfits and 7 night outfits during this timespan. That amount of clothes should cover you for the week. Buy 1 to 2 extra outfits if you don’t plan on doing laundry as often.

9-12 Month Clothing Size

Stick to the same amount of clothes as mentioned between 6-9 months here. This ensures you have one new outfit for your baby to wear and each day of the week. Babies grow very quickly, so keep planning a month ahead clothing-wise.

How To Prepare For One Year Of Baby Clothes

We’ve gone over the appropriate amount of clothes for the first year of the baby’s life, but here’s a quick and clear breakdown:

Newborn: 14 onesies, 14 sleepers
0-3 Months: 14 onesies, 14 sleepers
3-6 Months: 7 outfits, 7 sleepers
6-9 Months: 7 outfits, 7 sleepers
7-12 Months: 7 outfits, 7 sleepers
Seasonal Extras: 2 snowsuits, 2 sweaters, 2 hats, 10 pairs of socks and 7 sleepsacks.

How To Build Your Baby’s Wardrobe

There are a few considerations to make when figuring out how many clothes your baby will need.

Clothes Sizes

Of course, it’s tough to predict how big your baby will be at birth and how much they’ll grow when adding wants to your registry. Most newborns will top out around 8 pounds, meaning they could need 0-3 month sizes right away. Try picking a few newborn sizes, then focusing on 0-3 month outfits. This should cover you until the baby weighs more than 13 pounds.

Laundry

Your access to laundry will make a big difference in how many items you ultimately purchase. Our list of clothes above comes with the assumption that you’ll be able to do a few loads of laundry each week. If you only plan on doing laundry once per week, though, then multiply your clothing needs by two. Cut your needs in half if you are doing laundry every day.

Organization

It’s recommended to organize all you baby’s clothes by size. This has been proven to be the best way to organize your baby’s wardrobe. Invest in either drawer dividers or closet dividers to keep the baby clothes organized at all times.

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