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Baby in a Mimou embroidered horse polo romper in a bright nursery — how to dress twins guide

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How to Dress Twins or Two Babies Close in Age

on Jul 08 2026
Dressing two babies — twins or siblings close in age — comes with its own puzzles: match them or not, tell whose clothes are whose, and clothe two fast-growing babies without doubling chaos and cost. Here’s a practical guide that makes it manageable.
Baby in a roomy Mimou yellow gingham duck romper with room at the hips — cloth nappy friendly clothes guide

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Best Baby Clothes for Cloth Nappies: What to Look For

on Jul 07 2026
Cloth nappies are bulkier than disposables, and plenty of baby clothes aren’t cut for them — poppers strain and trousers won’t do up. The clothes aren’t the problem, the fit is. Here’s how to choose cloth-nappy-friendly baby clothes so dressing stays easy.
Baby girl in a Mimou white floral tulle special-occasion dress romper at a celebration — baby wedding outfit guide

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What to Dress Baby In for a Wedding or Special Occasion

on Jul 06 2026
A wedding, christening, or family celebration — and suddenly “what do I dress the baby in?” is a real question. The trick is balancing occasion-appropriate with baby-comfortable. Here’s how to dress a baby for a special occasion so they look the part and stay happy.
Baby in a Mimou little duck romper beside a drawer of neatly filed folded baby clothes — how to organise baby clothes guide

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How to Organise and Store Baby Clothes: A Simple System

on Jul 05 2026
Baby clothes take over fast — between gifts, hand-me-downs, and endless sizes. A little organisation turns the chaos into a system that saves time, money, and 3am stress. Here’s how to sort, fold, store, and keep it all manageable.
Baby in a white Mimou cotton romper beside a small neat capsule of folded baby clothes — baby capsule wardrobe guide

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How to Build a Baby Capsule Wardrobe: A Simple Guide

on Jul 05 2026
It’s easy to over-buy for a baby — and end up with clutter and outfits never worn before they’re outgrown. A capsule wardrobe is the antidote: a small, mix-and-match set that covers everything. Here’s what to include, how many of each, and how to choose.
Parent fastening the secure snaps on a Mimou plaid polo baby romper — baby clothing safety guide

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Baby Clothing Safety: Snaps, Ties, and What to Watch For

on Jun 30 2026
Choosing baby clothes is usually about softness and fit — but safety matters just as much. Small parts, neck cords, and certain designs can pose real hazards. Here’s a practical guide to baby clothing safety: what to look for, what to avoid, and a quick checklist.

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Baby Sun Protection Clothing: UPF, Hats, and Staying Sun-Safe

on Jun 30 2026
A baby’s skin is far more vulnerable to the sun than an adult’s, and since sunscreen isn’t recommended for the youngest babies, clothing and shade do most of the protecting. Here’s how to dress a baby for sun safety — breathable coverage, hats, UPF, and shade.

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Baby Hand-Me-Downs: What’s Worth Keeping and How to Care for Them

on Jun 30 2026
Babies outgrow clothes so fast that hand-me-downs are often nearly new — a genuine win for budget and planet. Here’s what second-hand baby clothes are worth keeping, what to skip, how to refresh and care for them, and how to pass yours along.
Baby in a Mimou pink eyelet lace romper and bonnet posed for a photoshoot — baby photoshoot outfit guide

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Baby Clothes for Photoshoots: What to Dress Your Baby In

on Jun 28 2026
For a newborn session, cake smash, or family portrait, the one thing in your control is what your baby wears — and the most photogenic outfits are the simplest. Here’s how to choose baby clothes for a photoshoot that look beautiful on camera and keep baby comfortable.
Baby in a Mimou romper beside a stack of folded baby basics — bodysuit vs sleepsuit vs romper guide

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Baby Bodysuits, Sleepsuits & Rompers: What’s the Difference?

on Jun 28 2026
Bodysuit, onesie, vest, sleepsuit, babygrow, romper, footie — baby clothing terms are genuinely confusing, and they change between the US and UK. Here’s what each item actually is, when to use it, how many you need, and how they all work together.
Parent feeling the soft knit fabric of a Mimou baby romper — best fabrics for baby clothes guide

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Best Fabrics for Baby Clothes: A Complete Guide

on Jun 28 2026
For baby clothes, the fabric matters more than the print or the price — it’s in constant contact with delicate skin and decides comfort, temperature, and durability. Here’s a breakdown of the best fabrics (cotton, muslin, bamboo, merino), which to avoid, and how to choose.
Tiny newborn in a slightly roomy Mimou pink elephant romper — newborn vs 0-3 months baby sizes guide

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Newborn vs 0–3 Months: Understanding Baby Clothing Sizes

on Jun 25 2026
“Newborn” and “0–3 months” sound identical but are two different clothing sizes — and confusing them is a top reason outfits don’t fit. Here’s what each means by weight and length, which to buy and how many, and how to tell which one fits your baby.
Baby in a Mimou cotton polo romper beside neatly arranged baby essentials — baby registry clothing checklist guide

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Baby Registry Checklist: The Clothing Essentials

on Jun 25 2026
Registry tools throw hundreds of suggestions at you, and it’s genuinely hard to know how much baby clothing you need and in what sizes. Here’s the clothing side of the registry: exactly what to add and how many, the sizing strategy that avoids the most common mistake, and what to skip.
Cozy baby in a Mimou long sleeve koala set and hat warmly dressed in winter — how to dress a baby in winter guide

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How to Dress a Baby in Winter: Layering and Car Seat Safety

on Jun 25 2026
Dressing a baby for cold weather is a balance — warm enough to be comfortable, never so bundled they overheat, and safe in the car seat. Here’s the layering method, how to keep extremities warm, the crucial car seat rule, and how to check your baby is the right temperature.
Baby in a lightweight Mimou cotton romper and sun hat in shade — how to dress a baby in summer guide

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How to Dress a Baby in Summer: Staying Cool and Sun-Safe

on Jun 23 2026
Babies can’t tell you they’re too warm or cool themselves like adults, so summer dressing is a balance — light enough to stay cool, with skin protected from the sun. Here’s how to dress a baby in summer, the best fabrics, sun safety, and the signs of overheating to watch for.
Baby in a lightweight Mimou muslin romper on a soft muslin blanket — muslin swaddle blankets buyer's guide

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Muslin Swaddle Blankets: A Buyer’s Guide to the Most Useful Baby Item

on Jun 23 2026
Ask experienced parents for the one baby item they’d buy again, and many say muslin cloths — swaddle, burp cloth, sun shade, and more in one. But not all muslins are equal. Here’s what to look for in size, fabric, and weave, plus how to swaddle safely.
Calm baby in a Mimou long sleeve knit cotton romper in a safe crib — what should baby wear to sleep guide

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Baby Sleepwear: What Should Your Baby Wear to Sleep?

on Jun 23 2026
What should a baby wear to sleep? It matters for comfort — and for safety, since overheating is a SIDS risk factor. Here’s a clear guide to baby sleepwear by room temperature and TOG rating, how to check they’re the right warmth, the best fabrics, and swaddling safely.
Parent's hand on the soft cotton of a Mimou polo set on a calm baby — clothes for sensitive skin and eczema guide

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Clothes for Babies with Sensitive Skin and Eczema: What to Look For

on Jun 21 2026
For a baby with sensitive or eczema-prone skin, clothing is in constant contact with their most reactive organ — and the right choices make a visible difference. Here’s what to look for (soft cotton, flat seams, tagless, gentle dyes), what to avoid, and how to wash it.
Mimou little gentleman baby outfit set presented as a baby shower gift with ribbon — best baby shower gifts guide

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Best Baby Shower Gifts: A Practical Guide to What Parents Actually Want

on Jun 21 2026
Do you buy the cute outfit worn twice, or the useful thing parents actually thank you for? The best baby shower gifts are both. Here are gift ideas new parents genuinely appreciate — organised by usefulness, thoughtfulness, and joy — plus what to avoid.
Newborn in a Mimou panda cotton suit beside a packed hospital bag — hospital bag baby checklist guide

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What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag: The Baby Clothing Checklist

on Jun 21 2026
The baby’s side of the hospital bag is far simpler than the endless lists suggest. Here’s exactly what clothing and essentials to pack and how many, the car seat safety rule, and what you can safely leave at home — so you’re ready without over-packing.