
Lauren & James' Baby Registry
*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)