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Lauren & James' Baby Registry

Lauren & James Clarke
Southern Pines, NC
October 25, 2025

*Please select no gift wrapping save trees for books 😄 * Creating a full seasonal wardrobe for a newborn girl born in October means planning for fall, winter, spring, and summer of her first year. Here's a complete, practical breakdown by season, focusing on comfort, safety, and growth:

🎃 Fall (Newborn - 3 months: October–December)

Priorities: Warmth, layering, easy diaper access

Clothing Essentials:

* 6–8 long-sleeve onesies

* 4–6 footed sleepers (cotton or fleece)

* 4–6 pants or leggings

* 4–6 side-snap shirts or kimono tops

* 2–3 soft cardigans or fleece jackets

* 2 sleep sacks (fleece or thicker cotton)

* 2 hats (cotton and knit)

* 6–8 pairs of socks

* 2 pairs of no-scratch mittens

* 1–2 warm bunting suits or pram suits for outings

❄️ Winter (3–6 months: January–March)

Priorities: Cold protection, indoor/outdoor warmth

Add/Adjust:

* 6–8 warmer footed sleepers (fleece or thermal)

* 4–6 long-sleeve bodysuits with pants

* 2–3 thicker cardigans or baby sweaters

* 2–3 wearable blankets or sleep sacks (TOG 2.5)

* 2 knit or fleece hats (plus ear protection)

* 1–2 baby snowsuits (check car seat safety; thin fleece for car rides)

* Extra mittens, booties (fleece or knit)

* Warm stroller blanket

🌷 Spring (6–9 months: April–June)

Priorities: Layering for changing temps, lighter fabrics

Adjust to include:

* 6–8 short- and long-sleeve onesies

* 4–6 cotton footed sleepers

* 4–6 rompers or short overalls

* 2–3 lightweight jackets or hoodies

* 2–3 light sleep sacks (TOG 1.0)

* Sun hat (wide-brimmed, with strap)

* Lightweight socks, cotton mittens (if still needed)

* Light blanket for stroller

☀️ Summer (9–12 months: July–September)

Priorities: Cooling fabrics, sun protection, mobility

Focus on:

* 6–8 short-sleeve bodysuits

* 4–6 rompers or sundresses

* 4–6 shorts or bloomers

* 2–3 sleeveless onesies for hot days

* 2 lightweight sleep sacks (TOG 0.5)

* 1 sun hat (UPF protection)

* 1–2 swimsuits (with rash guard)

* Sunglasses with strap (optional)

* Water shoes or soft-soled sandals (if standing)

🧺 Year-Round Essentials

* 20+ burp cloths

* 6–10 bibs (start solids ~6 months)

* Diaper covers (if using dresses or cloth diapers)

* Onesie extenders (for fast-growing babies)

* Baby laundry detergent

* Growth-friendly sizing (some 0–3, 3–6, etc. overlap)