FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Are Baby Clothes a good gift idea for a Baby Shower?
Yes, babywear is a popular gift option as new parents will go through a vast amount of baby clothes. Shopping for baby clothing can be a lot of fun for some people, nevertheless can be challenging for others, particularly if it’s your first time trying to navigate through the different styles, sizing and fabrics. We recommend buying a few basic essentials in different sizes such as vests, bodysuits and cotton socks. Parents can never have too many baby clothes accessories such as pullover baby bibs, they are super handy and great for dribbles and feeding time. We offer a personalised baby name cotton bib for extra cuteness. Plus, bibs are handy for wiping up messes or cleaning the bubba’s sticky hands.
Can I Shop for Baby Clothing by Gender?
A good starting point would be to find out the gender of the baby, then focus baby clothes for boys or girls. If you are attending a baby shower and need to buy gender neutral garments, then we would recommend sticking to unisex colours such as cream, white, browns, green and lemon. The Baby Gift Company website allow you to easily search for babywear by gender using their filter options. Consider sending a personal touch with personalised baby gifts such as a custom made white cotton bib, suitable for a boy or girl, with their name printed.
What baby clothes should I buy in the summer?
Choosing the right fabric or style can be based around the parents’ preference, lifestyle or season. If the baby will be born during the summer months, then it would be wise to purchase lightweight cotton babywear with short sleeves i.e. onesies and singlets. These are wardrobe staple items and perfect for layering all year round. Natural organic cotton clothes are often a popular baby gift option as the material is breathable, a soft and gentle touch against on baby’s delicate skin. Mum and Dad may also prefer certified 100% Organic Cotton apparels as they are more environmentally friendly and comfortable.
What clothing do baby's need in the winter?
For babies born in the cooler months we would recommend long sleeve baby clothes accessories in a warmer fabric such as knitted wool. Parents will often layer up garments on their newborn during the winter months so its advised to buy cardigans, jackets, bodysuits, pants and leggings, depending on bubs gender. A warm hat would be an essential baby accessory to keep their tiny heads covered outdoors. The Baby Gift Company's range of babywear covers a variety of sizes for all seasons.
What are the different sizes for baby clothes in Australia ?
When it comes to baby clothes sizing, it can be a bit tricky to decide, especially if you don’t know the age or baby birth weight. Babies grow at different rates, so it's important to keep that in mind when choosing the right size for your gifts.
As a general guide here are some common sizes used for baby clothes in Australia:
00000 = Premature | 0000 = Newborn | 000 = 0-3 months old | 00 = 3-6 months old | 0 = 6-12 months old | 1 = 1 year old
Why should I consider buying multiple baby clothing sizes as a gift?
We would recommend buying multiple clothing sizes for a baby as they grow so quickly. Babies usually need size 0000 at birth, however in no time at all they will grow out of newborn sizes and will need size 000. Another tip is to shop for babywear gifts that offers room for growth, as babies tend to outgrow their clothes quickly. Sleepsuits and Full length Growsuits often come with inbuilt feet and turn-over mittens to cover their hands and toes. These are great during the early days to keep newborn bubs warm and protected, however it’s handy to look for clothes with optional coverings that can be opened or removed allowing the garments to be worn longer. Also look out for baby clothes built in with extra length as baby may be able to wear them from birth to 6 months old.
What brands are available for baby clothes at The Baby Gift Company?
For the ultimate baby shower gift or for any expectant mothers, why not choose Purebaby Organic clothing sets or practical Cotton Bonds socks. Discover adorable infant girl and boy Aussie fashion brands delivered directly to your door.
With such a large selection of baby clothes accessories to choose from, you will always find something special at The Baby Gift Company for a baby boy, baby girl or a unisex baby gift. If you're looking for something that is more practical to give as a present for baby, you can’t go wrong with clothing from these popular Australian company's Annabel trends and Marquise. We also sell the following popular brands Sapling child, Emotion & kids, All4Ella, Cracked Soda, Nike and Playette Goldbug.
What is the most common size for newborns in Australia?
Within Australia the most common size to buy a newborn is 0000, usually suitable for a 56cm and 4kg baby. If the baby is smaller then we would recommend choosing a premature 00000 size option (up to 3kg). New Parents often receive a lot of newborn sizing as gifts therefore it would beneficial to buy them a few clothing sizing options, The most popular baby clothes accessories size to buy a baby is 000, as this will cater from birth to 3 months old and can fit up to 6kg in weight. New parents are often gifted with size 0000 clothes, depending on their baby’s rate of growth, they may only use newborn 0000 sizing for a few weeks. A good tip when buying new baby gifts would be to buy a few different sizes so that the parents have the next size up washed and ready when required. This thoughtful gesture will be highly appreciated by mum and dad.
How to care for baby clothes to make them last longer?
Properly caring for baby clothes can keep them looking adorable for longer. Here are some ways that will keep their clothes in good condition:
- Check clothing labels for accurate washing and drying recommendations to avoid breakage and shrinking.
- Choose a soft, baby-friendly detergent to wash your child's garments to help protect your baby's sensitive skin.
- Wash in cold water to maintain colours and avoid shrinkage.
- Remember not to overload the washing machine while cleaning baby garments to reduce wear and tear.
- When possible, dry them naturally in the air.
- Store baby clothes properly and keep them away from direct sunshine.