11 Adorable Coming-Home Outfits for Your Newborn Baby (2024)

byCassie Shortsleeve

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For mamas who want only the softest materials to touch their baby’s delicate skin, there’s this 100 percentorganic cotton onesie from Burt’s Bees. Snap closures from top to bottom make for easy-on, easy-off transitions, and a wrap-around style means no trying to squeeze baby’s head through the tiny opening of a new jumpsuit — features you might not even realize the true value of quite yet. Long sleeves and pants ensure that baby stays covered and warm in cooler temperatures, too (although you’ll need to nab hand and foot coverings separately). What's more, since organic baby clothes can be pricey, this affordable option delivers a lot of value.

Just keep in mind: What to Expect community members say Burt’s Bees tends to run long and narrow, so make sure to select the newborn or preemie size, depending on how your baby is measuring.

Material: 100 percent GOTS-certified cotton

Sizes: Preemie – 12 months

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For an outfit that quite literally speaks for itself, we love this onesie set, which doubles as a birth announcement for your little one. It’s also a perfect gender-neutral pick for parents who are choosing not to find out baby's sex ahead of time. Comfortable, warm and easy for new parents to get on (there are snaps from the feet to the neckline), this onesie also makes a sweet keepsake.

Material: 100 percent cotton

Sizes: Preemie – 9M

• milkkin

  I got mine [coming home outfit] from Little Me. They have a lot of cute clothes

• kathleenn1117

  my favorite sleepers are little me (they tend to run a bit bigger than carters).

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Baby socks are arguably the cutest thing in the baby aisle, but they are typically extremely hard to keep on your squirmy little one's feet. Thesecozy, soft booties — which one WTE mom refers to as “game changers” — are a good alternative for winter babies. (They also come in cotton versions for spring or fall babies.) Not only are they super soft, but they’re tougher for baby to swipe off, thanks to the two snaps and elastic around the ankles that keep them secure. Plus, they’re adorable and come in just about every color imaginable. (Doesn’t hurt that they’re machine washable!)

Material: 70 percent cotton, 30 percent polyester

Sizes: 3M, 6M

• MNMmama2020

  I have a pair of Zutanos, I love them. They stay on and are comfy. Baby wears every day at daycare.

• melissa17n

  For a softer option we use Zutano booties, they never come off and are super soft and durable.

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If you’re looking for the softest possible sleeper for your little girl that still has lots of feminine flair, look no further than Kyte Baby — a favorite brand among WTE parents. “I’ve been gifted a lot of Kyte and it’s beautiful,” says one happy mom. “It is so soft! I love Kyte Baby,” says another WTE mom. These footie pajamas are made out of bamboo rayon, which is soft and cool on baby’s skin, and feature a long dual zipper in the front to make outfit changes seamless. Choose from simple pastel colors or from dozens of fun patterns that change seasonally (we currently love the unicorn and rip tide patterns for baby girls). Preemie, newborn and 0-3 sizes also come with fold-over cuffs too to prevent scratching.

Just note that parents find the fabric a bit thin, and say these pajamas can stain easily. Good thing they’re machine washable!

Material: 97 percent bamboo rayon, 3 percent spandex

Sizes: Preemie – 18-24 months

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You might be rocking athleisure on the way home from the hospital, so why not get a matching outfit for baby? This "New to the Crew" going-home outfit looks like it was nabbed from an Instagram influencer's closet. The heather grey sweatpants, black "Little Man" beanie and "New to the Crew" onesie are as stylish for photos as they are comfy for the car ride home.

It has more going for it than style, though: The pull-down shoulders make diaper changes — dreaded blow outs, in particular — a breeze, and the stretchy, high-waisted pants fit a range of weights without rubbing their tender umbilical cord.

Material: 100 percent cotton

Sizes: Newborn -- 3-6 months

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Prefer a going-home outfit that's not a onesie? Thisset is still easy to get on and offers similar benefits, such as a sweet little hat and tiny socks to keep baby warm. The roomy, long-sleeved shirt has a wide neck to make changing easy, while the soft pants have a stretchy waist and elastic cuffs to keep them secure. And there’s no denying how cute the cloud pattern is. Your baby is guaranteed to be one of the cutest bundles to ever leave the hospital.

However, keep in mind that Carter’s clothes have a reputation among some What to Expect parents for shrinking significantly in the dryer, and tend to run small compared to other baby brands. So size up accordingly!

Material: 100 percent cotton

Sizes: Newborn – 12 M

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Thisunisex onesie is available in a variety of neutral designs and colors, like this super adorable gray. Made of bamboo and organic cotton, these onesies are impossibly soft against baby's skin, so even those with the most sensitive skin won't develop any rash or irritation. “High quality and super soft!” one WTE mom says of the fabric.

Though the zip-up opening does go right down the middle (not ideal for the umbilical cord), it does makes it easy to navigate that last-minute diaper change before leaving the hospital. You’ll also love the convenience of the fold-over mitts, which will help keep baby's face protected from her nails without worrying about separate mittens (one of the easiest baby items to lose track of).

Material: 70 percent bamboo, 30 percent organic cotton

Sizes: 3-6 Months

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When you’re going the personalized route, you want your selection to be truly special. This set, which features a bodysuit and hat embroidered with your little one’s name, is just that. Of course, you’ll have to have baby’s name picked out ahead of time for this outfit to work, but we’d say the resulting aesthetic is worth pushing through any decision paralysis you may be facing. Options are broad, as you can choose from long-sleeve or short-sleeve options and pick from three different fonts to depict baby’s first and middle name. Baby girls get mauve or dusty rose colors, while thebaby boy version uses shades of blue.

Material: Not listed

Sizes: Preemie — 3-6 M

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This easy on and offquilted sleeper is built in a roomy kimono style that makes it a great layering piece. Thanks to an asymmetrical tie, there’s no worry about irritating baby’s tender umbilical cord. It’s really the ideal piece for transitional weather between seasons. Simply slip it over whichever onesie you have baby dressed in (the personalized one above, maybe?), so your little one won’t catch a chill going from hospital to car and car to home.Mitten cuffs and built-in booties seal the deal, so you won’t have to fumble with extras to keep baby warm.

Material: 100 percent cotton

Sizes: Newborn -- 3 months

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Nervous about changing your newborn’s clothes while totally sleep deprived? You’ll be obsessed with Magnetic Me’s adorable coming-home outfit set. Instead of buttons, snaps or zippers, the brand’s clothing uses small magnets sewn into the clothing to hold tops and pants together — making diaper or outfit changes a total cinch.

This set is made with organic cotton in an adorable duck print, although you can find it in lemon and zebra designs. It comes with a cap, wrap-style top and pants with a high elastic waistband and covered feet to keep your baby cozy and warm. The top has mitten cuffs for extra coverage and protection, too. Wear as is or add another fleece bodysuit or coat on top, depending on how cold it is when you take baby home.

The only downsides of this set are the price and the fact that it has to be air dried. But many happy parents don’t mind those compromises. “For me they are absolutely worth it. even hanging to dry which is how you make them last longer,” says one WTE mom. “Honestly the magnets aren't much louder than snaps or zippers or anything and the fact that they're pretty easy to put on and take off when you're sleep deprived is nice.”

Material: 100 percent organic cotton

Sizes: Premie – 0-3 M

• orachel

  My son came home in a magnetic me kimono top and pants. He was born in October. I’m planning on a similar outfit for my daughter. Seriously - can’t recommend Magnetic Me’s kimono set enough!!!!

• Newmomclub

  I love magnetic me- they are soooo cozy and convenient! They are pricey so if you want them, add them to the registry!

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WTE parents regularly sing the praises of the Hanna Andersson brand for its quality. “Hanna clothes are amazing! Last forever,” says one mom. And if you’re getting ready to welcome a summer baby, you can’t go wrong with the brand’s adorableshort-sleeved sleeper for a coming-home outfit. It has a long zipper — hello, easy diaper changes! — with a tab on the top to protect baby from getting her chin caught. The organic cotton comes in several bright colors and designs that are fade-resistant, and the short sleeves and pants will ensure your little one doesn’t overheat. However, if you’re going to an air-conditioned car, you’ll likely want to purchase a pair of long pants separately to keep baby comfortable on the ride home.

Material: 100 percent organic cotton

Sizes: 0-3 months – 18-24 months

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