Bibikidz

Your baby's very first garment should above all be soft and comfortable. The Bibikidz bodysuits are made of 100% cotton: soft, breathable and gentle on a newborn's sensitive skin. At Tiny Giggles you'll find two bodysuits for the first month: a caramel bodysuit for boys and a pink bodysuit for girls. A lovely everyday basic, and also a perfect gift for a baby. Below you can read more about the bodysuits and what to look for in first baby clothes.

The Bibikidz bodysuits

• Bibikidz Newborn Bodysuit Boy: in a warm caramel colour, for 0 to 1 month.
• Bibikidz Newborn Bodysuit Girl: in soft pink, for 0 to 1 month.

Both bodysuits are made of 100% cotton and machine washable at 40°C.

Why cotton for a newborn?

A newborn's skin is thin and sensitive. Cotton is a natural fabric that feels soft, absorbs moisture and lets air through. That keeps your baby comfortable, even when it's a little warmer. Cotton is also easy to wash, which is handy, as you'll wash often in the first weeks.

How many bodysuits do you need?

Newborns often need clean clothes several times a day, for example after a leaking nappy or a little spit-up. Many parents have about six to eight bodysuits at home for the first month. Because babies grow fast in the first weeks, it's wise not to buy too many in one size. The Bibikidz bodysuits are made especially for the first month, so your baby has something lovely and soft to wear straight after birth.

Dressing tips

• Lay everything out before you start: bodysuit, trousers or sleepsuit, socks and a clean nappy.
• Pull the bodysuit gently over the head and keep the opening wide, so it doesn't rub the face.
• Put your hand through the sleeve and take your baby's hand, so the sleeve goes on easily.
• Check that nothing is too tight, especially around the legs and tummy.

Layers and temperature

A bodysuit is the base layer of every baby outfit. In warm weather a bodysuit is sometimes enough; in cooler weather add trousers, a sleepsuit or a cardigan. A handy rule: dress your baby in one layer more than yourself. Feel the back of the neck to check your baby isn't too warm or cold. Make sure your baby doesn't overheat at night; a baby sleeping bag over the bodysuit keeps your little one warm without loose blankets in the cot.

Washing

Always wash new baby clothes before first use. The Bibikidz bodysuits can go in the machine at 40°C. Use a mild, fragrance-free detergent and skip fabric softener, so the fabric stays soft and doesn't irritate your baby's skin. Wash colours separately, especially the first time.

A sweet baby gift

A soft bodysuit is one of the nicest baby gifts: practical, personal and ready to use. Choose the caramel bodysuit for a boy or the pink one for a girl. Complete the gift with a few socks, a bib or something for bath time from bath essentials. More ideas are under gifts for boys and gifts for girls.

Combining with other clothes

The caramel and pink bodysuits go with many other colours, such as beige, white, grey and soft pastels. Combine them with trousers or a cardigan from the baby clothing collection. For boys or girls specifically, see baby clothing for boys or baby clothing for girls. All clothing is under clothing.

In the hospital bag

Giving birth in hospital or a birth centre? Then put a few bodysuits in the hospital bag, together with a sleepsuit, socks, a hat and a blanket for the car seat. A soft cotton bodysuit is then the first thing your baby wears. Pack two sizes if you can, such as 0-1 month and one size up, as you never know exactly how big your baby will be at birth.

First-month list

• 6 to 8 cotton bodysuits.
• 4 to 6 trousers or sleepsuits.
• 2 or 3 cardigans for cooler days.
• A few pairs of socks and a hat.
• 2 baby sleeping bags for the night.
• Muslin cloths and bibs for spit-ups.

Start with a small stock and top up once you see what you really use. Many parents also receive clothes as gifts.

What to look for in baby clothes

Choose soft, breathable fabrics such as cotton, and styles that go on and off easily. Check seams and labels: they should lie flat and not itch. Avoid loose parts such as buttons that can come off. And choose clothes that aren't too tight, so your baby can move freely and the nappy fits well.

The first weeks with your baby

In the first weeks, everything revolves around feeding, sleeping and cuddling. Comfortable clothes help: your baby lies comfortably, and you can change quickly. More items for care are under baby care.

One size up?

Bibikidz bodysuits are meant for the first month. Babies grow fast in that period, so keep an eye on when the bodysuit gets tight around the shoulders or crotch. Then it's time for a bigger size. Keep the tiny bodysuits as a keepsake, or pass them on to a friend expecting a baby.

Bibikidz bodysuits are simple, soft basics without fuss: exactly what a newborn needs. Their calm colours make them easy to combine, and because they're cotton they feel lovely against the skin from the very first day.

Ordering at Tiny Giggles

Order before 1pm, shipped the same working day. Shipping is free from €49 within the Netherlands and from €69 to Belgium and Germany, and we ship to all EU countries.

Tip: keep a clean bodysuit in the changing bag, so you always have something dry at hand when there's a little accident on the go.

Frequently asked questions

What age are the Bibikidz bodysuits for?

For newborn babies from 0 to 1 month.

What are they made of?

100% cotton.

At what temperature can I wash them?

In the washing machine at 40°C.

Which colours are there?

Caramel for boys and pink for girls.