Spring in Australia can be a tricky one. You can leave the house on a cool morning and be reaching for the hat and sunscreen by lunchtime.
Knowing what to dress a baby or toddler in for Spring is less about finding the perfect outfit and more about choosing light, breathable layers that are easy to add and remove as the day warms up.
Start with a breathable base layer
Whatever goes on first should be soft against their skin and breathable enough to sit comfortably under another layer without becoming too warm later in the day.
A lightweight bamboo and organic cotton tee or bodysuit makes a beautiful base for Spring. Breathable natural fibres help keep little bodies comfortable while giving you plenty of options for layering over the top.
Add a layer that’s easy to remove
The next layer is usually the first one to come off when the sun appears, so keep it simple.
A lightweight jumper or long sleeve works well for cool Spring mornings and can easily be popped into the pram or nappy bag once the day warms up. This isn’t the layer to overthink.
Keep outer layers light
Australian Spring days rarely call for heavy outerwear, depending on where you live. A light jacket, cardigan or jumper is often enough to take the chill off first thing in the morning.
A jumpsuit layered under a tee or long sleeve can do the same job while keeping things beautifully simple.
Don’t forget the practical extras
A sun hat for those suddenly-bright Spring days. Socks that can be added or removed as the temperature changes. And if you’re heading out for a few hours, an extra lightweight layer in the bag is almost always worth bringing.
Spring weather has a habit of changing its mind.
The simplest rule for Spring dressing
Rather than dressing for the temperature when you leave home, dress in layers for the day ahead.
Choose breathable pieces closest to their skin, add warmth in light layers and check your baby or toddler regularly to see whether they’re feeling too warm or cool. It’s much easier to remove one small layer as the day warms than realise you’ve dressed them for an entirely different season.
