What should I dress my baby in for sleep during summer?

What clothes does a summer baby really need? What’s essential, what’s unnecessary – and why is wool a must-have even in summer?

Midwife and Babybox co-founder Sissi Rasche shares her best tips for hot days, mild nights, and the first few weeks with a newborn in summer.

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Newborn Essentials Checklist – Everything Your Baby Really Needs

What truly belongs in your newborn essentials?

In this article, you’ll find practical tips from experienced parents and midwives, a free downloadable checklist – for both summer and winter babies – and a thoughtfully curated shopping list with all the must-haves you can shop directly. Whether you're planning, packing, or already in the middle of it all – this is the guide for you.

Newborn Essentials Checklist

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Sissi Rasche – Midwife, Mother & Babybox Co-Founder

Sissi Rasche is a mother of four, a certified midwife, and co-founder of Babybox. With many years of hands-on experience, she brings her full professional expertise into every detail – from selecting styles and fits to choosing the best brands. As the host of the popular podcast “Hebammensalon” and author of the book by the same name, she supports parents through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period – always honest, empathetic, and grounded in real life. At Babybox, she stands for thoughtful, natural products that truly support families.

What should I dress my baby in for sleep during summer?

What should I dress my child in at night during summer?

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