Do newborns need to wear socks in summer?

Every summer, people are particularly afraid of the hot and humid weather, especially families with babies. Babies have relatively poor resistance and are far less able to resist the heat than adults, so it is necessary to adjust the baby’s living environment. However, babies cannot catch cold easily, so they cannot wear too little. Adults generally do not wear socks in summer, so do newborn babies need to wear socks in summer?

Do newborns need to wear socks in summer?

A friend whose baby just turned six months old asked whether she should put socks on her baby in summer. The elderly insist on wearing it for their children, believing that "cold starts from the feet" and that they should wear it even in hot weather, otherwise they will easily get sick. Sometimes friends would take off their clothes because they saw that the children were very hot. The old man was a little unhappy, but didn't say anything. My friend still wanted to confirm it again to avoid misunderstanding the old man’s good intentions.

In fact, there are reasons to wear it or not. Just need to see when to wear it and when not to wear it.

We all know that children have a fast metabolism. In the hot summer, a little exercise will make them sweat all over, especially their little feet. If your baby's feet are kept in socks all the time, it is easy for bacteria to grow or infection to occur. So in the hot summer, going barefoot can effectively prevent the growth of bacteria and skin infections.

For children who are just beginning to learn to walk, if the weather is hot and there is no air conditioning at home, they can walk barefoot on the wooden floor. Being a happy "barefoot immortal" is also helpful for the development of children. Learning to walk barefoot allows the baby's feet to fully contact the floor, helping him to master balance. At the same time, walking barefoot allows the baby's ankles to move freely, which helps to enhance the flexibility and toughness of the ankles, allowing the baby to walk more steadily.

The human body's feet are rich in nerve endings, so babies can feel what is hard, soft, smooth, etc. barefoot. Babies can sense through their feet, and touching different objects, different temperatures, and different materials can stimulate the rich tactile nerves on the soles of their feet, enhance their photosensitivity, and benefit their brain vitality, memory, sensitivity, and body flexibility.

Does that mean that there is no need to put socks on babies? No.

You need to wear socks in the following situations.

1. Babies who cannot walk should wear socks in summer.

For babies who cannot walk yet, their ability to regulate body temperature has not yet matured. They generate less heat but have a greater heat dissipation function. When the ambient temperature is slightly low, the baby's peripheral circulation will be poor and their feet will be cold. Wearing thin socks can have a certain warming effect, prevent colds, and make the child more comfortable.

2. When the air conditioner is set to a very low temperature, you should wear socks.

When using the air conditioner in summer, the temperature should be kept at 26-28 degrees Celsius. It should not be too low, and it should not blow directly towards the baby. You can't blow directly on your feet, otherwise you will easily catch a cold. When your baby sleeps in an air-conditioned room, make sure he or she wears socks.

3. Wear shoes and socks when going out.

When the baby's feet can easily touch the ground, it is time to put shoes on the child. The purpose is not to prevent him from catching a cold, but to allow his feet to maintain a normal posture when standing. There is a difference in posture when standing barefoot and when standing with shoes on. Reminder: Adults must not deliberately support children to stand! Be sure to let nature take its course. Don't be afraid that your baby won't be able to walk after learning to crawl. On the contrary, a baby who crawls well will develop better, his limbs will be more coordinated, and his legs will be stronger.

In addition, when taking your baby out to play, be sure to wear shoes and socks. This is not for keeping warm, but to prevent the baby's feet from being "invaded" by dust, bacteria, stones and other things. Therefore, the purpose of wearing shoes and socks is to protect the baby's feet. If the environment can be guaranteed to be safe and hygienic, then it is okay for the baby to go barefoot.