One of the most beautiful, but probably also the most overwhelming topics when it comes to having a baby: the initial baby equipment! There are about as many opinions on this as there are guides, and everyone says something different. We think: It doesn't have to be that way, because in the beginning, you don't need much – but it has to be the right things.

When should you start buying the initial baby equipment?

We recommend starting to assemble your baby’s first essentials around the 30th week of pregnancy (30 weeks pregnant). For multiple pregnancies, start as early as the 25th week, as multiples often arrive a bit earlier. Of course, you can start shopping for your babies before then, but if you haven't started yet, now is a good time.

Now to the most important points about baby clothing:

On average, newborns weigh between 3,200 g and 3,600 g when they are born – the perfect clothing size is 50/56. In this size, you won't need much, but a few clothing items would be great to keep your babies comfortable. Sizes often vary among our different brands. We always provide a reference point for which size you need for newborns with each brand.

Important for you, especially if you are becoming parents for the first time:

1. You won't need to change your babies' clothes multiple times a day.
2. Babies are not dirty, they don't sweat, they don't spit up all day, and diapers don't constantly leak.
3. You will certainly receive some clothing or other items as gifts or inherit them from friends.

Our tip: Create your wish list with items that you find beautiful and useful. You can send this to family, friends, relatives, and colleagues, asking them to choose from this list if they wish to give a gift. This way, you ensure that you only receive things that you like and can use.

We know the situation where you receive gifts of items or clothing that you don't like or find impractical, and we believe this should be avoided. Especially in the workplace, collections are often made, and it usually results in a nice sum. Here, a wish list is particularly valuable and also helps save your budget.

What you should know about materials:

Your baby is born without natural fat reserves. Therefore, we recommend choosing clothing made primarily of wool & silk or pure wool, especially in the first weeks of life – yes, even in summer! These natural materials effectively help your baby regulate temperature, as they do not yet have this ability on their own. Especially during the postpartum period, new moms may sweat more due to the breakdown of hormones, and their perception of warmth might be different. However, this does not mean that your baby is too warm as well. Remember this simple rule:

You should also keep in mind that if you buy your initial baby equipment very early, you need to protect the clothing adequately. Moths love wool, and if clothing is left in the closet or dresser for a long time without the doors or drawers being opened regularly, the moths will have the time of their lives. Later, when your child is here and there's more life and movement in the closet or dresser, you can add a lavender sachet and won’t have any problems. This is just a tip from us, as we've had customers who experienced this.

What you should know about materials:

When choosing baby clothes, there are several things to consider. It’s tempting to buy many items one or two sizes larger so that they last longer. This is okay for some products, but not for all. Bodys are your baby's "underwear" and should always fit snugly to provide warmth and comfort. On the other hand, cardigans, especially thicker ones, can be bought one size larger. They can easily be adjusted to your baby's size – simply rolling up the sleeves will suffice.

It’s important to remember that the more air there is between the child and the clothing, the more energy your child needs to stay warm.

In our Babybox Collection, we have made sure to offer sizes that can be adjusted flexibly. For example, our baby sleeping bag is extra large, and our waistband pants grow with your child for a long time. This way, we ensure that you enjoy our products for as long as possible. For all other brands we carry, we have included exact sizing information in the product descriptions to make your selection easier, as not all brands fit the same.

We want to make the start with your babies as easy as possible. That’s why we have put together a checklist of minimal essentials for the first 8 weeks. What you might need beyond that will become clear once your babies are here. When it comes to baby clothing, we follow the motto "less is more." Our experience shows that 2-3 outfits are completely sufficient for the beginning. This also prevents your baby from outgrowing the clothes before they’ve ever been worn. Our focus is on combining sustainability with quality.