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Shopping for a baby*s snowsuit is easy: you just look for a cozy bunting, preferably with fold-over mittens, and you*re done. But when a child is big enough to actually play in the snow, there are a few more criteria to consider.
For smaller toddlers (ages 1-2, generally), a one-piece bunting-style snowsuit is still a good buy. If your child will still be riding in the stroller sometimes, snap-on booties are quite a plus 每 they go on over your child*s shoes and add warmth that your child needs when not walking on his own.
And although you can find adorable mitten-and-hat sets in all the department stores when fall and winter come, be aware that small children are notorious for losing gloves and mittens. Choose a snowsuit that has mittens which snap onto the snowsuit or remain attached to it in some way.
Most, but not all, snowsuits come with a hood. A hood is a definite plus, especially if it fits your child*s head snugly and provides adequate insulation. A hat can also be worn under the hood, but hats 每 like mittens 每 are another accessory that toddlers and young kids are adept at losing. But if you want the best of both worlds 每 hooded vs. hoodless 每 look for a suit with a detachable snap-on hood.
When your child is aged 3-5 years old, she will not need a new snowsuit every year if you can find one that will grow with her. Overalls-style snowsuits that come with a matching coat are adjustable for your child*s height, and much more versatile than one-piece suits because the coat can also be worn by itself.
On a practical note, if you want your older child to willingly wear the snowsuit every year, choose a classic style that won*t go out of fashion, keep the suit clean, and store it neatly so it at least looks new.
Besides the style of the suit, the quality is also of paramount importance if you wish to either have your child wear the suit for a few years, or if you want younger children to be able to enjoy it. You may find that it is worth the extra money to buy a brand of snowsuit that is known for its quality 每 rather than buying a new, cheaper snowsuit each year.
And since the suit will be worn in snow and ice, look for one that is warm and waterproof. Check that the suit is well-padded but not so thick that your child can*t move. Also, for very cold climates, you may wish to shop for a suit from a manufacturer that rates its coats and snowsuits according to the temperature range they are made for 每 and choose your child*s suit based on these ratings.
One last word of caution when choosing a snowsuit for a very young child or baby: beware of older snowsuits with strings on the hood and mittens. Strings are generally rare (and certainly discouraged) in children*s clothing these days because they pose a risk of strangulation. |
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