The period from birth to 18 months is termed as infancy. As a general rule it is better to have two to three layers of clothing than a single thick layer. Appropriate clothing along with adequate food and sleep contributes to the growth & development of the baby.
The first set of clothes required for a baby is termed as layette. The items to be included in the layette may vary from region to region and as per customs. Generally, a layette includes
The first year of the birth is characterized by rapid growth, so the baby will outgrow much of his clothing by the time he is an year old. Hence it is wise to buy one size bigger, for the clothes to last a long time. Changes of season may necessitate a change of items in the original layette.
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