Winter Glove Hacks Every Mom Should Know

Keeping your kids' hands warm and dry in the winter is no small task! With snow, slush, and the occasional lost mitten, parents need a few tricks up their sleeves to make life a little easier.

Here are some of my favorite hacks to help your kids enjoy the winter wonderland while staying cozy and dry - because if they aren't complaining about cold feet, it's cold hands! 

1. Backup Gloves: A Mom's Winter Lifesaver

My favorite mom trick for winter? Buy two sets of matching gloves each season!

Why?

• If one goes missing (and you know it will), you’ve got a backup handy.
• Matching gloves make life simpler. If all of Jo's gloves are the same color, there’s no need to scramble to find a pair—it’s grab-and-go!

Pro Tip: Check out our glove and mitten selection at Nest & Sprout—we’ve got durable, stylish options to keep your little ones covered all season long.  I only buy Anna pink gloves for this reason. 

2. Double Down on Waterproofing: Rain Gloves Over Fleece

Want extra warmth and waterproofing? Layer a pair of unlined rain gloves over fleece or knit mittens.

This tip came from a local daycare, and it’s a game-changer! Their go-to? The Kura Rain Mittens from Reima, featuring:

• Waterproof material with welded seams to block out snow and rain.
• Flexible, PVC-free material for comfort.
• Reflective details for added visibility.
• Made with 100% recycled polyester and a polyurethane coating for eco-friendly durability.

Rain gloves are an excellent way to keep tiny hands dry during snow play or on slushy days.

3. The Secret Weapon: A Boot Dryer

Wet gloves = cold hands. The solution? A boot dryer!

Here’s the routine:

• Pull gloves (and boots!) out of your kids' bags every night.
• Place them on a boot dryer to ensure they’re dry and ready to go by morning.

This small investment will make a big difference on frosty mornings—no more tears over cold, damp gloves! We've got the one from Costco - but just keep it simple and keep those gloves dry all the time. 

4. Label Everything!

Winter gear has a way of disappearing, especially in schools and daycares. Use waterproof name labels or a permanent marker to add your child’s name to every glove, mitten, and jacket. Fewer lost items mean fewer trips to the store for replacements - not that we don'tm love your visits, but we know you hate replacing things. 

Winter Essentials at Nest & Sprout

Ready to gear up for the season? Visit us at Nest & Sprout, located at 3049 McGill Crescent, Prince George, or shop our mitten & gloves collection online. From cozy mittens to waterproof rain gloves, we’ve got everything you need to keep your little ones warm and happy this winter.

Let us know—what’s your favorite winter trick for kids’ gloves? Share your tips in the comments!