We had a little relief from the arctic cold today at a "warm" 26F (-3C). So I eagerly took my son out to play in the park after lunch. We both stayed outside for an hour. We even did a little sledding too. He now enjoys the snow so much he would lay on the ground and roll around from time to time.

long upper underwear, long lower underwear, long sleeved shirt

sweater, snowsuit

thick jacket (about 1/4" thick or more), socks, snow boots, cap, glove

The outfit also applies when it's zero below temp but only for the short walk from the car to the building. On "normal" winter days we ditch the sweater, he wears thick pants instead of the snowsuit and gym shoes instead of the snow boots. I love the snowsuit and boots for outdoor play though. They're indispensible. It really keeps him warm and dry. With the waterproof mittens we have a bit of a problem because his hands are too small, either they keep slipping off or doesn't give him a good five fingered grip. When he's bigger he'll have more choices.

Back when he was a baby I worried how to dress him on cold weather. Baby books say they should have one layer more than the adult. I still use that guide. How to know when he's too cold and be taken indoors? I got this tip from my russian friend: touch the tip of his nose. It should be warm.

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Currently reading: computer books
Currently watching: The Commitments (Irish Movie)