Question
Why does my nine-month-old boy always have cold hands, even when dressed appropriately? His hands also stick out of the sleeping bag at night, leading to coldness.
Answer
A baby’s cold hands do not necessarily indicate inadequate clothing. It could be due to increased activity levels raising their body temperature or the hands sweating and then drying in the breeze. Overdressing might cause the baby to sweat and catch a cold. It’s recommended to adjust clothing according to the baby’s activity level and environmental temperature, and to ensure their hands remain warm.