Every baby is unique in its physical attributesโand we love that! But sometimes, as a parent, itโs hard to know what size clothing will fit baby best. Here at Finn + Emma, we want to make sure your baby is always feeling comfortable and looking great, which is why weโre all about organic cotton and fresh, modern designs. Weโre also here to help you make the best sizing decisions for baby now and as they continue to grow. ย
ย Below we offer instructions and tips on taking accurate measurements of your baby. We recommend using a tape measure for all of these, except of course when measuring babyโs weight.
ย Getting set up to measure baby
Clear a space on a comfortable but firm surfaceโso that baby can lay flat. For instance, you can spread a blanket out on the floor.
Enlist a friend or family memberโs help, if possible. This task will be much easier if you have a second set of hands to hold the tape measure, jot down the measurements, help distract baby if they are not enjoying the measurement process, etc.
If you child is wearing a diaper, youโll want to remove it for the most accurate hip, height, and weight measurements.
How to take different measurements of babyโฆ
Babyโs chest
ย With baby on their back, put the tape measure underneath them and measure the widest part of your babyโs chest under their arms.
ย Babyโs hips
ย Make sure babyโs feet are touching, with toes pointing upwards and ankles straight. Then measure the hips where they are widest.
ย Babyโs height
ย From the same position as above, use the tape measure to get a reading from the top of babyโs head down to the bottom of their feet. Make sure their spine is straight and chin down, in a natural position.
ย Babyโs inseam With baby still lying down, find the inseam by measuring down one leg from the crotch straight to the bottom of the foot.ย
ย Babyโs arm length
ย Now try to straighten babyโs arm and measure from the shoulder to the bottom of the wrist.
ย Babyโs weight
A lot of babies donโt love being placed on a scale, especially if the scale is cold. If youโre unable to get babyโs cooperation, hereโs the next best thing: Weight yourself first. Then, pick up baby, and take another weight measurement. Simply subtract the first number from the second to get babyโs weight.ย
After youโre done with all of the measurements, please refer to our size chart to ensure the best fit!
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