How to know when your baby is too hot or too cold?

For first time parents this is a very important question to ask and there's not a very clear answer which is a little bit frustrating. We'll tell you what you should look for in your baby to know if he's too hot or too cold, but remember to always use your common sense.

First of all its important to know that a baby will probably be fussy and cry a lot when he's hot or cold. Check often your baby's behaviour to see if he's acting differently and check if this change could be  attributed to the temperature. Need a way to do so? Try touching their cheeks!

Even though our first reaction is to check hands and feet, this is not the best indicator because they have a lower circulation than the rest of the body and as a result they're always a bit cooler. Nevertheless, always check to make sure your baby is not getting too cold.

But the best place to check your baby's temperature is at the back of the neck and on the back itself. If the back is warm, the baby is good. If the back is cold, it's time to add a new layer or a blanket if the baby is sleeping.

Keep in mind that as a rule of thumb, an infant needs one more layer of clothing than an adult would wear at the same temperature. Again, these are just some guidelines so make sure you trust your instincts and your common sense.