Gap has been making great quality children's andbaby clothes for almost 40 years. We care about designing affordable, wearable, cute baby outfits that are soft and durable.
Baby clothes from Gap are machine washable in most cases, however always check the label for washing instructions. A top washing tip is to separate your baby's clothes from the rest of the family’s washing, as well as separating them into colours and whites.
When washing baby clothes in your washing machine, you can use your regular detergent however a non-bio detergent that is fragrance-free would be kinder on skin. More delicate pieces may need washing on a lower temperature or a gentle wash setting. Always avoid using additives or bleach when it comes to washing your baby clothes.
Stains are part of the process, treat stains before a wash with a baby-safe stain remover, ready for the next washing load. Washing stains before they dry often have the best results.
Make sure to completely dry and fold your baby's clothes after washing to avoid any dampness. Some items may be tumble dried on a low heat setting or dried on the washing line.
Preparing your hospital bag? We recommend washing your newborn's clothes, drying and folding them ready beforehand, to ensure your baby clothes are clean and ready for your newborn's skin.
Should you wash new baby clothes before a baby wears them?
New clothes can sometimes contain chemicals, so be sure to wash your newly purchased baby clothes before your baby wears them for the first time. Pre-wash all your baby clothes, as well as blankets and accessories.
How can I fold baby clothes?
To fold baby clothes, fold the left and right sides of your clothing item into halves, leaving the middle parts of the clothing in the centre. Then fold upward from the bottom in a thickness that will allow three folds. Then you have your finished folded item.
How many baby clothes do I need?
The amount of baby clothes that you will need will vary. As a starting point, we would recommend:
8 sets of pyjamas, sleepsuits or all-in-ones / onesies 4-5 pairs of leggings or joggers 4-5 tops, t-shirts, vests or bodysuits 2 cardigans, hoodies or sweatshirts A beanie hat, sun hat, scratch mittens and socks
What to dress a newborn in at night?
At night, it’s best to dress a baby in a sleepsuit with a blanket or with a baby sleeping bag when it’s cooler. In the summer months, just a nappy and vest or bodysuit with a lightweight blanket may be best.
Our helpful Baby Sleepwear Guide has been created to answer all your questions on baby clothes for bedtime, such as “How many sleepsuits does a baby need?”. Plus, discover our Gap Guides features for advice on our other Gap collections.
What makes the best Baby Shower Gift? As baby showers tend to be a celebration before the baby’s due date, and many people may also make this the time when they reveal the baby’s gender (if they have chosen to find out), this means you may not know if you are buying for a baby boy or baby girl when getting your gift for a baby shower or gender reveal party. Therefore neutral, useful, great quality, everyday essentials make the best presents for a newborn, such as organic cotton soft sleepsuits, cute booties, knitted cardigans, a soft teddy bear or a baby blanket.
What should I buy as a first birthday present for a boy? A good choice for a gift for a baby boy’s first birthday or special occasion would be soft, fun printed pyjamas as these will be useful, and the fun designs will make getting ready for bed more enjoyable. Gap’s baby PJ sets are made from 100% organically grown cotton, so another great reason to give these as a gift. An iconic pair of jeans or Gap logo hoodie is also adorable and made for matching with Mum, Dad or siblings.
What should I buy as a first birthday present for a girl? You can’t go wrong with a cute dress set when buying a birthday present for a baby girl. Alternatively a mix and match outfit, bodysuit, top, hoodie or PJs featuring a Disney character will be loved by all. Plus, anything from Gap’s Brannan Bear collection will make a perfect baby gift. Brannan Bear is Gap’s mascot of over 20 years and is found throughout our babywear with teddy emblems, cute prints or little ears on cardigans and all-in-one babygrows.
If visiting a newborn, should I take a gift for their older sibling?
If you’re due to visit a newborn and they have a sibling who is of toddler age, it’s a great idea to also bring a gift for the older sibling, as they’ll most likely be feeling a little left out having to now share everyone’s attention. Again, useful everyday clothing or a fun printed t-shirt makes an ideal gift for a toddler girl or boy at any time of the year.
What to dress a newborn in at night?
At night, it’s best to dress a baby in a sleepsuit with a blanket or with a baby sleeping bag when it’s cooler. In the summer months, just a nappy and vest or bodysuit with a lightweight blanket may be best.
For any of your other questions on baby clothes for bedtime, visit our helpful Baby Sleepwear Guide to find the answers with ease. Featuring popular questions such as “How many sleepsuits does a baby need?”.
