Toddler Clothing
Tessa and Megan
Safety
- avoid drawstrings- can get caught in playground equipment, fences, or tree branches
- choking hazards- avoid buttons, bows, tassels, beads, or other embellishments which can come loose and become a choking hazard
- loose knits- avoid loosely knitted clothing such as sweaters, booties, hats or mittens, tiny fingers or toes can get caught in the gaps between threads
Comfort
- skin is delicate and sensitive as a baby’s
- soft fabrics like stretchy cotton
- breathable and easy to move in
- well finished seams that won’t rub
- non-scratchy tags(can always cut them out)
- beware of appliques and other decorative elements that can scratch or irritate
Self Dressing
- buy items that make self dressing as easy as possible
- bottoms with elastic waists instead of buttons or zippers
- tops with neck holes large enough for them to slip their heads through easily
- shirts with buttons and snaps large and easy enough for them to at least attempt
- this will make learning to dress themselves a source of fun and learning
Quality Construction
- need to withstand a lot of wear and tear
- need to make it through multiple washings and dryings
Care
- clothes should be washed often to keep kids sanitary
- be sure to remove stains before washing