The Mimou Babywear Blog

Welcome to the Mimou Blog! Find helpful tips, practical advice, and inspiration for life with your little one—from babywear and everyday essentials to the little things that make parenting special.

Baby in the Mimou Cherry Print Muslin Romper Dress in dappled summer shade — muslin baby clothes edit

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The Muslin Edit: 6 Breathable Pieces for Hot Days

Ask a parent who’s survived a hot summer with a baby what they’d buy again and the answer is almost always muslin. Here’s why the loose double-gauze weave keeps babies genuinely cooler — and the six muslin pieces we’d actually buy.
Baby in the Mimou White Botanical Eyelet Romper in a sunny summer garden — baby summer essentials shopping guide

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Baby Summer Essentials: 8 Pieces Worth Buying

Summer is the easiest season to dress a baby for — and the easiest to get wrong. These are the eight light, breathable, easy-change pieces we’d put in every baby’s summer drawer, all part of our Summer Vibes Sale with up to 50% off.
Baby in a Mimou strawberry muslin romper in a sunny summer garden — baby clothes by season planning guide

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Baby Clothes by Season: What Sizes to Buy When

Almost every parent buys an adorable outfit that fits perfectly — in the wrong season. Since babies grow through sizes predictably, a little planning lets you buy the right size for the right season and waste almost nothing. Here’s how to think about baby clothes by season.
Baby in a Mimou cotton tee and striped shorts set out in a stroller on a bright day — what to dress baby for a day out guide

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What to Dress Baby In for a Day Out: A Practical Guide

Taking a baby out is exciting and a little daunting — and the secret to dressing them for it isn’t a special outfit, it’s a smart, adaptable one. Here’s how to dress your baby for outings with layers, easy changes, and a well-packed changing bag.
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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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?

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

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

“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

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

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

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

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.

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