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someladdersandsnakes · 2025-01-15T13:19:11+00:00

My baby is 3 months old and he only wears vests and sleepsuits. We have a few outfits that were gifted but I don't put him in them really because changing is a faff. Even body suits with socks, the socks don't stay on so fuck that. I've started taking him to baby classes now and in the 3 classes we've been to he was the only one in a sleepsuit. Does nobody else do what I do or is it like, considered lazy or something like if I came to baby class in my pyjamas?

Ladamesansmerci · 15/01/2025 14:49

My baby is 7 months and still wears her fair share of baby grows! I favour top/leggings over dresses, as tights are such a hassle.

Do what works for you and ignore everyone else.

ItFellOffAgain · 15/01/2025 14:48

MrsTerryPratchett · 15/01/2025 14:47

Terry Pratchett was a genious.

Genius.

But yes, this proves that everyone in the world can find some common ground. And I'm fairly sure he would be delighted to be that ground.

Hoist by my own petard!
Genius!
Ta 😀

MrsTerryPratchett · 15/01/2025 14:47

Terry Pratchett was a genious.

Genius.

But yes, this proves that everyone in the world can find some common ground. And I'm fairly sure he would be delighted to be that ground.

Dahlia444 · 15/01/2025 14:46

After a month or so I was a great believer in differentiating between day and night and also like getting up and dressed in the morning and never have pyjama days etc. So I just dressed my kids. Also agree with pp comment re them loving at time to play with their bare feet so need to be able to yank socks of periodically. Useful few minutes of entertainment for them during the day.

I seldom see two of my DSs in their PJs - they just like being up for the day, so have inherited that.

But I'd never comment on anyone who did differently nor inwardly judge them.

onwardsup4 · 15/01/2025 14:46

Bbq1 · 15/01/2025 14:40

It does look like pyjamas and probably some of the other parents might be wondering why your baby is permanently in a babygro but at the end of the day, it's your choice. I personally love the little outfits and took a lot of pleasure in dressing my ds in day and night clothes and cute clothes when he was a baby . I don't know anybody in my circle who dressed their baby purely in sleepsuits. Re all the pp's commenting about babies wearing jeans there's a lot more than just jeans available - clothes in warm, comfortable fabrics, practical but cute.
Each to their own, though, I guess. .

I was one who said I hate to see jeans on babies. I did dress mine in little outfits like bodysuits and leggings etc but did love them in a sleep suit when tiny. Nothing wrong with it which is what OP was asking

Angrymum22 · 15/01/2025 14:45

I also put dark tights on my DS under trousers or dungarees because socks were a pain. These dungarees had poppers on the legs so nappy changing wasn’t a problem. When it was really cold it was just another layer.
I recently bought my niece a lovely fleece blanket/suit that was really easy to put on. Great for the winter and cooler summer evenings. I think it was on “Not in the high street”. They have no fasteners, just a wide flap, hood and integral gloves.
They are star shaped and so useful. Can be used in pushcairs and car seats.

ItFellOffAgain · 15/01/2025 14:43

MrsTerryPratchett · 15/01/2025 14:31

Personally I find parsnting a terrible faff.

The wit of MN
Terry Pratchett was a genious. Your username and comments make a mockery of him.
Such a shame.

ChampagneLassie · 15/01/2025 14:41

totally agree with you. I did get people comment a couple of times about still in her PJs! I think it’s the easiest thing all round for a little baby. My 2nd baby is almost 5 months but she grew out of 3-6 month sleepsuits at 3 months and the next load are way too big so I’ve been putting her in long sleeve bodysuits and tights which is also quite easy and warm. But I couldn’t be fafthing with actual clothes

Bbq1 · 15/01/2025 14:40

It does look like pyjamas and probably some of the other parents might be wondering why your baby is permanently in a babygro but at the end of the day, it's your choice. I personally love the little outfits and took a lot of pleasure in dressing my ds in day and night clothes and cute clothes when he was a baby . I don't know anybody in my circle who dressed their baby purely in sleepsuits. Re all the pp's commenting about babies wearing jeans there's a lot more than just jeans available - clothes in warm, comfortable fabrics, practical but cute.
Each to their own, though, I guess. .

itsstillmehere · 15/01/2025 14:40

Sleep suits are lovely. I hate little babies dressed as miniature adults.

ItFellOffAgain · 15/01/2025 14:39

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UnreadyEthel · 15/01/2025 14:39

YANBU. I did make sure to get a photo of baby wearing any outfit they’d been gifted though to send to the gift giver, even if they only wore it for a couple of minutes.

Tootiredmummyof3 · 15/01/2025 14:38

I love sleep suits on babies, they look so sweet. I didn't dress my children in clothes until they were about 4 or 5 months. And I think it was even longer with DS.
Maybe some judged me but that doesn't bother me.

BootballJoy · 15/01/2025 14:38

ItFellOffAgain · 15/01/2025 13:58

'This comment' is pointing out that the OP appears more concerned with making the child bend to their will rather than adapting to the baby's needs

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In what way is wearing a babygrow not meeting a baby's needs? How is it making them 'bend to their will'? Babies couldn't care less what they wear as long as they are comfortable, clean, and at the right temperature.

Crystall88 · 15/01/2025 14:37

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CoolPlayer · 15/01/2025 14:37

I had many little outfits for my children and they would always end up back in the all in one type things ! Easier and comfy too !

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ItFellOffAgain · 15/01/2025 14:35

Tootiredforthis23 · 15/01/2025 14:28

I know, I realised as I posted it. Didn’t edit though as I didn’t think anyone would be petty enough to point it out. Perhaps you need to get off the internet and go deal with whatever’s making you so unpleasant.

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Such charm!

Crystall88 · 15/01/2025 14:34

ItFellOffAgain · 15/01/2025 13:25

"...because changing is a faff..."
Says it all; your baby will fit your routine rather than you adapting to you baby. Perfect..

Were you one of those parents who had your 3 month old baby in Timberland boots before they could even stand? How judgemental must you be judge something that makes something slighter easier for a new parent and (benefits the baby because babygros are comfortable)? The baby is 3 months old for heavens sake.

Notchangingnameagain · 15/01/2025 14:34

There is nothing cuter on the planet than a baby in a babygrow/sleepsuit other than a toddler in a babygrow/sleepsuit.

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Angrymum22 · 15/01/2025 14:33

These look less baby grow and more daytime.

www.jojomamanbebe.co.uk/style/su415748/aa3107

Tellerain · 15/01/2025 14:32

MrsTerryPratchett · 15/01/2025 14:31

Personally I find parsnting a terrible faff.

Hey, I’ll have you know I parsnt really, really well.😀I’m a natural.

SnapdragonToadflax · 15/01/2025 14:32

Of course it's fine. They're babygrows, for babies. That said, I found the poppers annoying and by three months I tended to use a long-sleeved vest with just the poppers under the nappy with some leggings or joggers. Or I had a few footless zip-up babygrows which were very cute and I bought in every size until he was walking.

I think when they're trying to crawl babygrows aren't ideal because you get the loose feet fabric flapping along behind them. But if they're still lying down all day and sleeping a lot, crack on.

MrsTerryPratchett · 15/01/2025 14:31

Personally I find parsnting a terrible faff.