Melainie Duckworth Kids, Coats and Cold Weather
As I helped my toddler put on each item, I would singsong our actions, using a tune like “Mary Had a Little Lamb.” For example, I would sing, “Let’s put our arms in the sleeves, in the sleeves, in the sleeves …” And my toddler stayed dressed. Then, when it came time for us to get dressed, we played a little version of follow-the-leader: I would put on a piece of clothing, and my toddler would do the same. First, I made sure to find comfortable outerwear that would not chafe sensitive baby skin. With my second child, I tried a different approach. She would immediately take things off, especially her gloves. Morning tempers often flared when we dressed our first toddler in her winter coat, hat, gloves and boots. By the afternoon, the day warmed to 70 degrees, so she simply removed her fleece. She was comfortable in the morning during the short walk to school. That day she chose to wear a fleece with her outfit. My children usually choose wisely when they have the freedom - and the right information - to make their own decisions. My first instinct was to say no, but instead I told her to step outside for a few moments before deciding.
One morning, my 7-year-old daughter wanted to wear sandals and a sundress, but it was 39 degrees outside. Dressing Kendell appropriately teaches my children how to dress appropriately, also. If Kendell is dressed appropriately, I tell my girls that she will be able to go to the party.
My children need to dress Kendell and bring her to me for inspection. I tell them that Kendell (one of their dolls) has been invited to a party, but it’s going to be a cold winter day or a hot and sunny day. So when teaching them to dress appropriately for the weather, I let them practice dressing their dolls. They have a number of them, and they love to role-play as Mom during their many doll parties. As your children learn to dress independently, help them consider the weather when making clothing choices for the day.
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