Muslins, what size to get?

So I currently only have 2 Muslin squares which I know isn't ideal. But do I get large ones which I've seen are 70x70cm or stick to the small squares? Or get a mix of both? There are also some 60x60cm ones too but not sure whether to go with those or the 70 ones.

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I have a mix of the swaddle Muslims and the 60×60 i use the big ones for burping and the small ones for feeding

Id say a mix of both. The large ones come in hand as swaddles or light blankets as will as more body coverage when burping. T

I got a mix of both gonna use the smaller ones as flannels also

I had my baby in September and didn't swaddle so I haven't had much need for the big ones yet. I tend to just use the smaller muslins for reflux.

We use the swaddle ones as towels, much softer on the skin!

I've got a mix of sizes but I also use tea towels as they do the same job. Tbh I just use whatever is to hand but always get more than you think you need. You'd be surprised how many you might go through in the first few months

I use Terry towels for burping. They're WAY more absorbant than muslins. I only ever use muslins for in the bath covering her to keep warm while I'm washing her hair

I would get a mixture. But it doesn't really matter. If you're just using them for spit up it doesn't matter. Just make sure you have LOOOAAADDDSSSS! 🤣

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