Should babies wear hats indoors nhs

When babies are born, they come out of a warm, cozy environment – the womb – and into one that can be downright chilly. That's why nurses immediately cover their tiny heads with those precious knit hats.

But after your newborn leaves the hospital, they don't need to wear a hat all the time, unless it's cold outside.

Though if you think your baby looks adorable in a cap, feel free to keep putting one on them as long as they seem comfortable.

If they act fussy or look flushed or overheated while they're wearing a hat, take it off to see if they're more content. Here's a closer look at when newborns do and don't need to wear hats.

Should newborns wear hats to sleep?

Don't put your baby to bed with a hat on.

One way very little babies regulate their body temperature is through their heads, and overheating can increase their risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

Plus, the hat could fall off while they're sleeping and potentially cover their face while they sle

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