RebeccaS Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 My oldest ds, almost 11, is 53 pounds soaking wet. He is always cold. In the past, we've just used whatever hand me down coat we were given, but this year, I'd really like to get him a good, warm coat. Right now, the temp in the house is set to 68, but he eats and does school wearing his winter coat from last year (cheap hand me down coat). I need recommendations for a very warm winter coat. I've looked at Lands End, LL Bean, and North Face (holy heck are they expensive!). If you have a very thin guy, what do you get for him and does it keep him warm? What sort of features do I look for? My poor ds is freezing all the time even though he wears layers and he's dreading another winter. Specific suggestions would be most welcome. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethel Mertz Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 I don't have a coat recommendation, just an idea. You may have already thought of this. Can you have him wear a winter hat inside? A lot of body heat escapes through the head. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 I'd probably go with this one: http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/88737?feat=503374-GN3&page=boys-bean-s-fleece-lined-down-jacket I love my Land's End down coat--it keeps me so warm, but it's not heavy or bulky. Between the fleece and the down on that coat, I'd think it would keep him very comfortable. I love LL Bean's guarantee (I only went with Land's End for me because I bought at Sears), and they have 10% off through Tuesday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ottakee Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 What layers does he wear? I would suggest some long underwear (top and bottom) and then turtleneck and sweatshirt/fleece. Does he wear socks and slippers? Just an aside, have you checked with the doctor on this? It could be a thyroid issue or something else. I realize he is thin but most kids wouldn't be wearing a winter coat INSIDE when the house temp is set to 68. I would ask for some basic blood work with complete thyroid panel. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethel Mertz Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 The thyroid issue occurred to me as well. DS has always been small and thin and we often keep the house at 66 degrees (60 at night). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RebeccaS Posted November 8, 2015 Author Share Posted November 8, 2015 What layers does he wear? I would suggest some long underwear (top and bottom) and then turtleneck and sweatshirt/fleece. Does he wear socks and slippers? Just an aside, have you check with the doctor on this? It could be a thyroid issue or something else. I realize he is thin but most kids wouldn't be wearing a winter coat INSIDE when the house temp is set to 68. He wears a thin long sleeve shirt and pants long underwear under his jeans and long sleeve shirt. No turtle necks as he can't stand them. He wears socks but not usually shoes or slippers. He's always been extremely thin and cold but it seems much worse this year. I never thought to have it checked out. He has taken to wearing a hat at times as well. Sent from my SPH-L710 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 Assuming there's not a medical issue, I'd recommend silk long underwear because it's paper thin and very warm. He can add and subtract layers as he gets hot or cold. Even just a silk undershirt will keep him warmer. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bettyandbob Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 I wouldn't focus on the coat. I'd be getting him to put on layers. Get him some long underwear base layers. Then, have him were pants lined with flannel and long sleeve shirts and maybe a fleece before putting on a good coat. Make sure he has hat, gloves and decent socks. I know kids just want to run around in a t shirts and jeans and throw on a coat. That's just not going to keep someone warm no matter how good the coat is. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RebeccaS Posted November 8, 2015 Author Share Posted November 8, 2015 He already wears layers, but I'm not 100% sure what the fabric is. If it's not silk, I'll get some for him to try. Sent from my SPH-L710 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lolly Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 Try a fleece pullover shirt or a wool sweater over long underwear and cotton shirt (maybe flannel button down). Make sure he has on a good, thick pair of socks. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmilyGF Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 How about washable silk long underwear? When I was in Europe, my host family was appalled that I didn't wear undershirts. Then, when I moved to Boston, I started wearing washable silk tank tops every day all winter and washable silk long underwear pants whenever it got super cold. The layers are very thin and breathable, but make all the difference. Emily Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2samlibby Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 I'd have the doctor check for a B12 deficiency. Being cold all the time is a sign of that. Could be thyroid or low iron also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T'smom Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 I spend all winter with a space heater blowing on my legs while we are doing school. (Or watching TV or anything where I am staying in one spot.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 Poor kid! One of my daughters was cold a lot. I finally bought her a wool camisole to wear under clothes -- that sure made a difference! I also bought her wool socks to wear every day, and got her her own personal electric radiator heater to keep in her room. AND an electric mattress pad for her bed. Once she turned 21, she moved to California and now she is warm all the time! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxbridgeacademy Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 I was always cold and thin as a child, found out I was anemic. When the anemia went away most of the issues with being cold did too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RebeccaS Posted November 8, 2015 Author Share Posted November 8, 2015 Poor kid! One of my daughters was cold a lot. I finally bought her a wool camisole to wear under clothes -- that sure made a difference! I also bought her wool socks to wear every day, and got her her own personal electric radiator heater to keep in her room. AND an electric mattress pad for her bed. Once she turned 21, she moved to California and now she is warm all the time! Heh. I can see him doing something similar! It is not unusual to see him in jeans and long sleeved shirt in summer when the temps are below 80.... ;) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BooksandBoys Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 I love my multilayer Columbia ski jacket for outdoors. However, my bigger challenge is indoors because we keep our house cold. For inside wear, I'm all about the wool. I wear thin Merino wool long sleeve shirts as a base layer, long underwear pants, thick merino wool socks (REI, smart wool, or EMS brands), and wool or fleece top layer shirts/pants. I have a pair of down-filled slippers from REI that are absolutely toasty. I wear hats. I wear scarves. I own several pairs of the fingerless gloves so that I can keep my wrists warm but still be able to write/cook/etc. I also swear by a good down comforter for bedtime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 MEC sells thin merino wool long sleeve tops and leggings. My skinny guy loves them. Wear as a base layer with fleece over top and wool socks. He will be toasty warm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan in SC Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 I'd get him a Patagonia synchilla. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 Along with the other ideas fleece pants are cozy. Not thin jammy ones but thicker for outside. I also find this time of year feels cold inside. The heat doesn't have to come on very often to keep the temperature up. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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