With an annual average of 148 rainy days, culminating in an annual rainfall just shy of 1.5 metres, it’s fair to say it rains a lot in Britain! But, as parents and grandparents, we know how important getting outside is for both ourselves and our little ones, so we absolutely subscribe to the saying “there’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes!”.

Choosing the right wet weather gear is key to keeping children happy and outside whatever Mother Nature throws at us. Keep in mind the 5 W’s and you can’t go far wrong when choosing your wet weather gear:   

• Waterproof 
• Windproof 
• Warm 
• Wearable Washable 

Perhaps it’s fairly obvious but we’re talking waterproof from head to toe. Puddle suits with fully taped seams and adjustable wrist and hood tabs like Hippychick’s all-in-one Toddler Waterproof Suit make sure water and rain stay out with no leaky seams! Couple this with a pair of Warm Wellies Kids Warm Wellies carefully handmade from natural rubber and no puddle is going to be too big to conquer.

Waterproof clothing

Windproof and warm = happy

Even if it’s not actually raining, the wind and wind chill factor can quickly turn a fun trip to the park or walk in the woods to a shivering, miserable affair where everyone just wants to head home. Keeping little ones warm will greatly extend your time outside and this is where the generous 4 mm of neoprene lining in every Warm Wellies welly boot keeps little toes (and therefore little people) happy and toasty warm! For really cold weather switch up your waterproof suit to a fleece lined puddle suit and don’t forget the hat and gloves.   

Wearable kids waterproofs    

Whilst we’re sure you want your little ones to look great, by wearable we’re talking comfy and practical. All of Hippychick’s waterproof suits are generously sized to allow clothes underneath and to let children move, run, jump and be kids! The extra room also allows for growing room, win win.  Warm Wellies boots all have amazing grip so climbing, running and the all important puddle jumping is no problem at all. It is recommended that you size up when choosing your wellies to allow for comfort and growing room.  

Washable - don't forget the mud!

Wet weather usually means mud and besides, making mud pies is super fun and definitely to be encouraged albeit messy. Hippychick’s waterproof suits are all easily wiped down and can even be popped in the washing machine after those really muddy adventures. Being made from natural rubber, Warm Wellies boots are easily wiped or washed down and if you’re out and about and don’t want to put muddy wellies in your car, their handy welly bag is ideal.  

Love the great outdoors

With the right wet weather clothing there’s no need to limit your time outdoors.  Time outside offers so much for little ones not just in terms of exercise and physical activity but connecting with nature, mindfulness as well as developing their confidence and independence. We absolutely think it's somewhere we should all be hanging out as often as possible.