Jul 19, 2024

Indicative measurements for a baby's first jumper

When the time of delivery and the baby's arrival into the world approaches, it's time to plan the details: preparing the hospital bag, checking that we have everything we need at home, and deciding what the first clothes your baby will wear will be .

To ensure that the first outfit is comfortable for your baby's sensitive skin, it's important to choose the right clothing, both in terms of materials and size.

Below, we'll review some of the most common baby sizes, highlighting newborn sweater measurements.

Measurements for a baby sweater

Baby clothes for the first time usually include baby rompers as a basic item , the star garment due to their comfort for both the baby and the parents when changing diapers.

However, you might consider a set for the first wear , with a sweater and leggings, for example.

First wear jersey measurements

In stores that do not specialize in baby clothes, it is very common to find the smallest size being 0 to 3 months .

However, this size is usually too large for many newborn babies, so it is best to buy the clothes for the first wear in a children's clothing store that has more appropriate sizes to be able to find, for example, a baby sweater .

Size 0 or newborn and smaller sizes

Finding the right size will keep your baby relaxed and prevent wrinkles and clothes from being tight or too tight, causing discomfort.

At Tutto Piccolo, we have a variety of sizes to cover the needs of newborns .

Measurements size 00 for premature babies

Did you know there's a size smaller than 0? Our size 00 is designed for premature babies . The measurements of babies who fit this size are:

50 centimeters high.
40 centimeters chest circumference.
43 centimeters waist.
46 centimeters hip.
23 centimeters inseam.

The measurements of newborn babies with the most common size, that is, size 0, would be:

53 centimeters high.
42 centimeters chest.
44 waist.
48 hip circumference.
28 centimeters long at the crotch.

Measurements for first-time wear of a jersey from 0 to 3 months

Babies at three months usually have, as a guide, these measurements:

62 centimeters tall.
46 centimeters chest circumference.
46 centimeters waist.
52 centimeters hip.
36 centimeters inseam.

Therefore, the measurements of baby sweaters from 0 to 3 months are usually somewhere in between:

Chest width (measured from armpit to armpit) about 20 centimeters.
Sleeve length (from shoulder to wrist) about 15 centimeters.
Sleeve width (at armhole) about 17 centimeters.
Neck circumference about 25 centimeters.
Neck opening about 7 centimeters.

These dimensions also serve to determine the measurements for knitted coats for babies.

How to measure a baby to know its size

Properly measuring your baby to determine the correct size will help ensure that the clothes you buy are comfortable and allow them to move freely.

Prepare a sewing tape measure and something to write things down, either with a pen and paper or digitally. Place the baby on a flat, secure surface, such as a bed or changing table.

To know the length of the body, that is, the height, measure from the top of the head to the soles of the feet.
Slightly raise your baby's arms to measure the circumference of his chest, from armpit to armpit.
With the baby's arm stretched out at their sides, measure from shoulder to wrist.
Gently wrap the measuring tape around your baby's neck to determine the neck circumference.
With the baby lying down, measure from the groin to the ankle to get the inseam length.
Wrap the tape measure around the baby's waist, at the narrowest part of the torso.
Do the same with the hip, at the widest part.

Measuring your baby will also make it easier for you to buy clothes online at all stages, consulting size guides to find out what the measurements are for, for example, a 6-month-old baby sweater .

By keeping these things in mind, you'll be able to find clothing suitable for boys and girls of any age, making shopping for children's clothing much easier and ensuring you get the right size.