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Winter is here, and snow is on the ground in many areas. Fortunately, with these winter essentials, it’s easy to keep your baby warm. From baby blankets to a winter sleeping bag, hats to booties, each of these will help keep the cold at bay.  Baby Blankets Blankets The most obvious necessity during winter is a receiving blanket . Wrapped up during the day or swaddled at night, a cotton muslin blanket will keep your baby warm and is super soft to the touch. It can also be used as a playmat and barrier between them and a cold floor.  Pajamas While a onesie can work as pajamas in summer, long-sleeve pajamas are needed in the winter. For younger babies, a one-piece set of pajamas with a zipper will keep them warm. For older babies, usually starting around 12 months, a two-piece set of long pajamas will help them sleep tight.  Winter Sleeping Bag A sleeping bag, or sleep sack, usually comes in either summer or winter versions. Be sure you get a win...

Flying during the holidays, especially with a baby, can be a little rough. However, it’s no different than flying on a particularly busy day. With these tips, you can fly with your baby and keep them—and yourself—relatively calm, surviving the trip with minimal fuss. Receiving Blanket Get There Early While it may sound counter intuitive to get to the airport early, as that means entertaining your baby inside the airport longer, getting there early means far less stress. You can take your time checking your luggage, such as a car seat, stroller, or suitcases, and have plenty of time to get through the security checkpoint. Remember, it’s the holidays, everyone is flying, and the TSA agents might be on edge. Babies can also pick up on their parents’ stress, so if you are not stressed, your baby is less likely to be stressed as well. Plus, it gives you time to break out the baby bibs and entertain them with food at an airport restaurant. Bring an Umbrella Stroller...