Winter Outdoor Fun: Keeping Baby Warm When It’s Cold Outside

Winter with a baby feels a little different than summer. The cold air makes our cheeks pink, and we don’t get as much winter outdoor fun as we used to. Mommy says it’s important to still go outside, even if only for a short time, so she follows tips for outdoor time with baby to keep me cozy and safe. I like watching the snow sparkle, even if our adventures are shorter now.

Fresh air is good for babies and big girls like me. Last summer Mommy and I spent a lot of time outdoors. It was my very first summer, and we made a lot of great memories. We managed to have a lot of outdoor adventures.

We took many walks around our neighborhood with no real destination. There were many days spent at the park watching the big kids play. We hit the trails at the larger park down the street. Some days Mommy and I even did our errands without bringing the car.

Outdoor fun doesn’t have to be complicated. You don’t even have to go very far. Some of our best adventures happened right in our backyard on lazy days when we didn’t feel like going anywhere. I even enjoy simply sitting on the porch and observing what the neighborhood is up to.

Winter Outdoor Fun With a Baby

When we’re on the move, I ride in my stroller. I like to watch the changing scenery, and I really like to go fast. When we’re not moving, I prefer to be out of my stroller so that I can get a better look around me. Last summer I wasn’t big enough to really get involved. I’m more capable now, but I still prefer to watch from Mommy’s lap.

The winter makes it more difficult to have outdoor adventures when you live in a cold climate like we do. Some people say you should go out no matter what the weather, but we tend to choose indoor activities when it’s cold. These days many of our outings involve a car ride to some indoor location.

Last summer I wasn’t very mobile yet, but these days I’m getting into all sorts of mischief. I can’t wait to see what I can get into outdoors. I do have a snowsuit that Mommy bought me so that we can go sledding, but there hasn’t been any opportunity to use it. We happened to be sick on the good sledding days, and since then snow and dreadful cold seem to come together.

This winter we have had bouts of unseasonably warm weather among the dreadfully cold spells. Although there wasn’t any snow on these occasions, we did manage to get some fresh air by squeezing in some walks. It’s important to dress appropriately for the weather in order to be comfortable out there.

I have been getting some good use out of my George faux suede coat. I have been using it since the fall, and it still works on those warmer winter days. It’s not as thick as my snowsuit jacket, but the faux shearing lining does keep me quite warm. The hood is nice too, as it keeps the wind out of my ears.

Keeping Warm for Winter Outdoor Fun

Mommy likes to dress me in layers when we head out. Underneath my jacket I wear a long-sleeved shirt and a sweater with a hood. Warm socks are a must, and a pair of my thicker pants to keep my legs warm. To finish things off, I have a blanket over my legs and feet to make sure I don’t catch a chill.

My jacket has been keeping me quite comfortable on our walks. It’s also great for car rides, as it keeps me warm for the short trips to and from the car. Once in the car, it’s easy to unbutton the front so that I don’t get overly warm.

I have been getting a lot of compliments on my coat, and I must say that I do feel pretty in it. It’s soft and fuzzy both inside and out. There are two cute pockets on the front and nice detailing around the waist. It comes in two color options. Pink with cream shearing or tan with pink shearing. I opted for the tan, and I don’t regret it.

If I feel like accessorizing, or when Mommy thinks it’s necessary, I wear my matching faux suede winter boots with the fur trim. I generally prefer to not wear shoes of any kind, but I’ll occasionally put up with shoes for a little while. Mommy tells me I look extra cute when I wear my coat and boots. I do like to look good, so it’s hard to argue with that.

Even though winter with a baby means fewer long adventures, Mommy still finds little ways to make winter outdoor fun special. She follows tips for outdoor time with baby, making sure I’m warm and cozy while we enjoy the fresh air. Our walks may be shorter, but they’re filled with smiles, snowflakes, and sweet memories that make this season just as magical as summer.