Groovychook Posted November 20, 2013 Author Share Posted November 20, 2013 Thank you! That's a relief My OH worries all the time that he's going to get too cold and was a bit reluctant to turn the temperature down in his room. My Mother in Law was also concerned about his hands getting chilly so it's kind of put me on high alert! I'll reassure them that he's not going to get frostbite in his fingers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickendoodle Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Don't know what the current thinking is (my "babies" are 26 & 27 !) but I was told that the biggest danger is overheating. As your baby is 6 months old he should be able to kick his covers off if he gets too hot. I personally wouldn't worry about slightly cold hands if the rest of him is warm as he is in a warm enough room and the cold hands could be the way he is naturally regulating his temperature. As I said, my experience was over 20 years ago and someone may well come along telling you otherwise. That's the thing I am sure you are finding - there is so much conflicting advice you just have to wade through it and go with your instincts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 I agree with Grandmashazzie, my bedroom is kept pretty cool and when Rosie was a baby, she slept in a vest, babygro and a cardigan, then her covers when it was icy at night. I just checked her temperature by slipping a finger inside her clothes at the neck to feel her chest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C&T Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 They are all so different too! My eldest was always cold - she would grunt in her crib/cot and not settle till I put extra layers on her - more than was recommended (vest, babygro, sleeping bag, sheets, and blanket). I also had a heater with thermostat in her room on a timer so room was warm when I put her down, then came on about 1am for an hour then again about 6am'ish so she didn't wake too early. Youngest - is a different beast. So far is just in a normal short sleeved vest, babygro, and 2.5tog sleeping bag, and so far all is good (plus his room has no central heating). Read somewhere about putting socks over their hands to keep them warm - never worked with eldest as she was a thumb sucker, but might try with my youngest as winter closes in if needed. Was always told if they are cold, they can tell you. If they are hot, they can't. So keep everything to a minimum and add layers as they tell you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groovychook Posted November 20, 2013 Author Share Posted November 20, 2013 Oh thank you everyone. We're trying not to get neurotic about everything but it's so hard to trust your instincts when you're 'in at the deep end' so to speak! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C&T Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Oh thank you everyone. We're trying not to get neurotic about everything but it's so hard to trust your instincts when you're 'in at the deep end' so to speak! It doesn't help there is so much info out there - and it is all contradictory! First few weeks are always the worst till you start to get to know each other Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 I always found grandmas worried more about cold hands than too warm bodies As others have said, as long as he is warm on his chest/back then he will be fine. You need to make sure the room isn't too hot as I believe at a young age they can't sweat to regulate their own body temp (I am sure I have ad that somewhere). It is all a worry when they are so new to you. You can read all you like about it, but once you are actually responsible for a wee one, it all seems to be completely different in practise. Trust your instinct as that is usually right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickencam Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 I agree that a little cold will do less harm than too much warmth. As others have said trust your instincts. As adults we are all very different we like to sleep in a cold room with a lovely thick duvet, but others like electric blankets and the heating on at night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patricia W Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Those grobags come with instructions of what to wear with them for a range of temps and it can be very confusing. My daughter was getting neurotic about it all until I pointed out that it's in the manufacturer's interest to encourage people to buy several. She now goes on his body temp as everyone here suggests. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groovychook Posted December 19, 2013 Author Share Posted December 19, 2013 Oh My Goodness!!! We've just come home and found a parcel on the doorstep... inside was a big, floppy Christmas present for our little man with a gift card from Plum, Bluekarin, Kinsk, Goosey Lucy, Craftyhunnypie and Mrs Webmuppet I had to open it... I know it's very wrong of me... it should have gone under the tree... but I just couldn't help myself! Inside, a beautiful crochet blanket Oh, my word, it's absolutely stunning and we're completely overwhelmed by your kindness. I can't believe that you've devoted so much time and effort into making such a wonderful present for little J when I'm sure you've all been run off your feet with Christmas preparations. You're a very clever bunch, we will treasure it forever! We can't thank you enough... Mr Groovychook, who is not normally a connoisseur of crochet, is completely awestruck! You wonderful bunch of peeps I'm just off to wrap baby J up in it and give him a cuddle, then I shall spend the evening gazing at it I promise to take some photo's tomorrow Thank youuuuuuuuuu!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickabee Posted December 19, 2013 Share Posted December 19, 2013 That is so lovely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted December 19, 2013 Share Posted December 19, 2013 Dying to see the finished article. Look forward to pics tomorrow. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcountrygirl Posted December 19, 2013 Share Posted December 19, 2013 How lovely - hope you have a very Happy Christmas.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted December 19, 2013 Share Posted December 19, 2013 Awww, a warm fluffy moment. Don't forget those photos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandmashazzie Posted December 19, 2013 Share Posted December 19, 2013 How thoughtful.Crocheted blankets are great,they love to get their little fingers in the soft wool.My grandson aged 4 still loves his rather grey s"Ooops, word censored!" of wool that goes to bed with him.Have a lovely Christmas with your wee son. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted December 20, 2013 Share Posted December 20, 2013 How lovely . Look forward to seeing it . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Webmuppet Posted December 20, 2013 Share Posted December 20, 2013 I'm glad it arrived safely and that you like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groovychook Posted December 20, 2013 Author Share Posted December 20, 2013 I've taken loads of lovely photo's but have run out of time to post them up tonight... Little man has just nodded off and I've just realised that I'd better start cooking! Promise to do them in the morning Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groovychook Posted December 21, 2013 Author Share Posted December 21, 2013 Ta dah!!! Beautiful blanket in all it's glory Have taken a few more with Mr. Gorgeous... I'll send those to the omlet aunties that made the blanket and to anyone else that wants to see! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickabee Posted December 21, 2013 Share Posted December 21, 2013 Wow. That is absolutely lovely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandmashazzie Posted December 21, 2013 Share Posted December 21, 2013 Really lovely,a family heirloom.Love to see pic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted December 21, 2013 Share Posted December 21, 2013 Looks amazing! It is great how well granny squares go together, not knowing what the others are making Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted December 21, 2013 Share Posted December 21, 2013 Fabulous hotchpotch of squares. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted December 21, 2013 Share Posted December 21, 2013 That is wonderful in its randomness, and for all the Omlet love in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted December 21, 2013 Share Posted December 21, 2013 It is lovely, what a special thing to have Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
