The rains bring relief from the heat and three new problems: clothes that never dry, mosquitoes at dusk and damp that gets into everything. A little planning in June keeps the next three months easy.
Clothes that dry
- Thin cotton dries fastest. Keep an extra set of everything; laundry takes twice as long.
- Full sleeves and leggings from 5 pm for mosquito cover, short sleeves in the day.
- Iron or sun-dry clothes fully before the baby wears them; slightly damp cotton against skin leads to rashes.
- A light jacket or hooded towel for the evening breeze; no wool directly on the skin.
Mosquitoes
- A net over the cot, cradle and the stroller is the safest protection at any age.
- Full-sleeve cotton at dusk, screens on windows, no standing water on the balcony.
- Repellent creams, patches or liquids are age-restricted; ask your paediatrician before using any on or near a baby.
Keep the nursery dry
- Rotate three fitted sheets and two waterproof protectors so one set is always dry.
- Air the mattress and sun-dry sheets whenever the sun appears.
- Check soft toys and cushions for a musty smell; wash and dry them or keep them out until October.
- A dehumidifier or a bowl of silica or salt in the wardrobe helps with stored clothes.
Skin and feeding hygiene
- Dry the folds after every bath and change diapers more often; damp plus humidity means rash.
- Sterilise bottles, teats and spoons after every feed, and use boiled, cooled water for formula.
- Wash hands before every feed; visitors too.
The monsoon carry kit
A rain cover for the stroller, a spare set of clothes in a zip bag, wipes, a small towel, a muslin, a mosquito net for the pram, and the usual nappy supplies. Add a thermometer if you travel.
When to see the doctor
Fever, loose motions, a cough that lasts, fewer wet nappies, or any rash that spreads. Monsoon infections move fast in small children; do not wait it out.
What parents buy for the rains: extra cotton sets and sleepwear, cot and stroller mosquito nets, waterproof mattress protectors, a steriliser, and a mild baby laundry detergent.
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Questions parents ask us
How do I protect my baby from mosquitoes in the monsoon?
A fitted net over the cot and stroller, full-sleeve cotton at dusk and screened windows. Ask your paediatrician before using any repellent product on or near a baby.
How do I keep baby clothes dry in the rains?
Thin cotton, extra sets, and a full sun-dry or iron before wearing. Store clean clothes with a moisture absorber in the wardrobe.
Should I change the bath routine in the monsoon?
One bath a day in lukewarm water is usually enough. Dry every skin fold and change diapers more often, because humidity makes rashes more likely.
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