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What to Wear in a Footmuff
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. It depends on the temperature, the footmuff and what your baby will be doing.
What to keep in mind
A footmuff works like a sleeping bag, using your baby’s body heat to keep them warm. Too many layers can make your baby sweaty, so start with a thin wool layer close to the skin and let the footmuff add warmth.
Nap time
When lying down in a footmuff, your baby gets extra warmth, so dress according to the temperature. Check the back of their neck regularly. Warm and dry means comfortable; sweaty means remove a layer. Keep their face uncovered and ensure good airflow around the pram.
Strolling in the city
When your baby sits up with their upper body outside the footmuff, add a sweater or jacket depending on the weather. A hat and mittens help keep them warm on colder days.
Not sure how many layers to use? Follow our guide below for temperatures from +10°C to −5°C and below.
How to Dress Your Baby for Every Temperature
Light Layers
+10°C to +5°C
Light layers close to the body. Let the footmuff add warmth.
Body · lightweight top and trousers · footmuff · lightweight hat
Fleece and Wool
+5°C to 0°C
As the temperature drops, add a warm layer.
Long-sleeved wool bodysuit · fleece overall · footmuff · hat and mittens
Wool Layers
0°C to −5°C
Build up with soft, warm layers.
Wool base layer · fleece overall · footmuff · hat and mittens
Layer Up
−5°C and below
When winter sets in, add more layers for extra warmth.
Wool base layer · padded snowsuit · footmuff · hat, mittens and neck warmer
Always Check Your Baby's Temperature
Feel the back of your baby's neck. Warm and dry means comfortable; sweaty means remove a layer, while cool skin may mean adding one.