Kids Fashion

The Best Rain Gear to Get Your Little Ones Outside This Spring

written by AMANDA SHAPIN MICHELSON & GIANNA ALDANA

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When I told people I was moving to the Pacific Northwest, the most common response I received was, “What about all that rain? That’s going to be terrible!” Yes, it does rain—a lot. But actually, it’s not that terrible. When I first arrived, I asked people what they did when it rained. They looked at me like I was crazy. They told me they do the same things they do if it wasn’t raining. They go on hikes, they take their kids out to play, and they simply go about their business. The only difference is that they are wearing rain gear.

At first, I was not on board. It seemed easier to stay home and stay dry. But when it rains for over a week straight, cabin fever is real. Especially with a baby, I crave fresh air and time outside, wet or dry. So I acquired the necessary rain gear, which made it a breeze to get outside. And it truly is a game changer. I still may avoid hiking in the rain, but I will get outside for a walk through the park.

As we enter into spring and the rainy weather that is likely to come with it, instead of taking cover inside, get yourself and your kids out in the rain. Splash in the puddles and teach them that a little gloomy weather is no reason to avoid the outdoors.

Here is some of the best rain gear for kids and babies to keep them dry as you venture out into the rain.

Best Baby & Toddler Rain Gear

Spring showers don’t mean your babies and toddlers can’t go outside—they just need the proper rain gear to do so. Below are some of our favorite picks, from adorable hooded raincoats to weatherproof pants. You won’t be able to resist adding these pieces to your cart!

Hooded Bunting
Nordstrom | Hatley
Hooded Bunting

sizes 9M – 24M

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Waterproof Hooded Raincoat
Nordstrom | Hatley
Waterproof Hooded Raincoat

sizes 9M – 24M

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Anorak Jacket
H&M
Anorak Jacket

sizes PM – 4T

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Baby Baggies Jacket
Patagonia
Baby Baggies Jacket

6 patterns available
sizes 3M – 5T

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Printed Clear Rain Jacket
Target | Cat & Jack
Printed Clear Rain Jacket

2 patterns available
sizes 12M – 4T

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Water-Resistant Utility Pocket Jacket
Old Navy
Water-Resistant Utility Pocket Jacket

2 colors available
sizes 12M – 5T

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Hooded Water-Repellent Parka
Mango
Hooded Water-Repellent Parka

2 colors available
sizes 9M – 5Y

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Toddler Lined Colorblock Anorak Jacket
Target | Cat & Jack
Toddler Lined Colorblock Anorak Jacket

sizes 12M – 5T

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Great Outdoors Recycled Windbreaker
Carter’s
Great Outdoors Recycled Windbreaker

sizes 6M – 24M

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Water-Repellent Jacket
H&M
Water-Repellent Jacket

sizes 6M – 4T

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Water-Resistant Hooded Jacket
Old Navy
Water-Resistant Hooded Jacket

sizes 12M – 5T

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Water Repellent Raincoat
ZARA
Water Repellent Raincoat

sizes 1Y – 6Y

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Polar Fleece Lined Rubberized Overalls
ZARA
Polar Fleece Lined Rubberized Overalls

sizes 12M – 6Y

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Splash Rain Pants
Nordstrom | Hatley
Splash Rain Pants

sizes 2T – 7Y

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Best Big Kid Rain Gear

Rain hardly stops the big kids from spending time outside either. Whether they’re waiting at the bus stop, playing during recess, or on a family walk with the dog, a quality rain gear is an important wardrobe essential.

Color Changing Kids Raincoat
Holly & Beau
Color Changing Kids Raincoat

sizes 3Y – 8Y

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Kids' Wind and Rain Jacket
L.L.Bean
Kids’ Wind and Rain Jacket

5 styles available
sizes S – XL

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Go-Dry Cool Hybrid Hooded Jacket
Old Navy
Go-Dry Cool Hybrid Hooded Jacket

3 colors available
sizes XS – XXL

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Rainy Days Jacket
Athleta
Rainy Days Jacket

2 colors available
sizes XS – XXL

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Water-Resistant Softshell Jacket
H&M
Water-Resistant Softshell Jacket

3 patterns available
sizes 2T – 10Y

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Teca Half-Zip Windbreaker
cotopaxi
Teca Half-Zip Windbreaker

5 styles available
sizes XS – XL

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Water-Resistant Snap-Front Jacket
Old Navy
Water-Resistant Snap-Front Jacket

2 colors and patterns available
sizes XS – 2X

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Colorblock Snow Jacket
Hanna Andersson
Colorblock Snow Jacket

2 colors available
sizes 3 – 12

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Floral Printed Rain Coat
Target | Cat & Jack
Floral Printed Rain Coat

sizes XS – XL

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Checkered Rain Coat
Target | Cat & Jack
Checkered Rain Coat

sizes XS – XL

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Room-to-Grow Parka
H&M
Room-to-Grow Parka

2 colors available
sizes 2T – 1oY

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Julien Rain Jacket
Maisonette | Mini A Ture
Julien Rain Jacket

sizes 9M – 8Y

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Recycled Robin Rain Pants
Maisonette | Mini A Ture
Recycled Robin Rain Pants

sizes 2Y – 8Y

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Waterproof Rain Pants
Amazon | Jan & Jul
Waterproof Rain Pants

10 colors and patterns available
sizes 1T – 1oY

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Kids Rain Boots

The other essential for rainy day play? Rain boots. Little ones will love the colorful options they can slip on themselves with minimal help.

Eli Rain Boots
Target | Cat & Jack
Eli Rain Boots
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Kids Rain Boots
ZARA
Kids Rain Boots

3 colors available

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Classic Rain Boots
Amazon | Hatley
Classic Rain Boots

7 colors available

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Andy Slip-On Rain Boots
Target | Cat & Jack
Andy Slip-On Rain Boots

5 colors available

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First Classic Rain Boot
Nordstrom | Hunter
First Classic Rain Boot

7 colors available

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Monochromatic Rain Boot
ZARA
Monochromatic Rain Boot

2 colors available

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Puddle Leather Rainboots
Maisonette | Me & Henry
Puddle Leather Rainboots
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Rubber Boots
H&M
Rubber Boots
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Puddle Stompers Rain Boots
L.L.Bean
Puddle Stompers Rain Boots

3 patterns available

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Waterproof Rubber Rain Boots
Amazon | Oaki
Waterproof Rubber Rain Boots

10+ styles available

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Umbrellas & Accessories

Rounding out the kids’ rain gear are cute umbrellas and accessories. Rainy days won’t be quite as gloomy when you have color-changing printed umbrellas or stroller covers to keep baby dry.

See-Ya Umbrella
Maisonette | Olli Ella
See-Ya Umbrella
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Umbrellas Under The Rain
Maisonette | DJECO
Umbrellas Under The Rain
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Color-Changing Rainbow Umbrella
Anthropologie | Floss & Rock
Color-Changing Rainbow Umbrella

5 patterns available

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Daisy Printed Color Changing Umbrella
Target | Cat & Jack
Daisy Printed Color Changing Umbrella
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Color Changing Umbrella
Maisonette | Floss & Rock
Color Changing Umbrella
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Dino Mini Umbrella
Target | Cat & Jack
Dino Mini Umbrella
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Baby Carrier Winter Cover
Pottery Barn Kids | BABYBJÖRN
Baby Carrier Winter Cover
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Stroller Rain Cover
Amazon | BeMeCe
Stroller Rain Cover
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