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ARTICLE by Sophie Peterson

How To Dress Your Baby for Sleep When It's Cold

Sep 12, 2024 | Reading time: 8 minutes

We’re not sure if you’ve noticed, but the winds are changing, and the summer sun is slowly but surely fading away. Chilly, dewy mornings are back, and the evenings are getting darker, pumpkin spice lattes are out in full force and – dare we say it – there are whisperings of Halloween and even Christmas in the air.

When temperatures drop, it’s important to amend your little one’s sleepwear to keep them cosy throughout the night. In this blog, we’ll share our seasonal sleeping bag guide and share tips on how to dress your little dreamer for cooler nights.

Seasonal Sleeping Bag Guide

Babies under six months old are unable to regulate their own body temperatures, which means it’s extra important to adapt the way you dress your baby depending on the temperature outside or in your house to keep them cool in the summer and warm in winter.

It’s especially important to dress your baby for sleep appropriately depending on the temperature and humidity in their room. Your baby is extremely vulnerable overnight, so, to reduce the risk Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), you should follow our seasonal sleeping bag tog guide to make sure you’re correctly dressing them for dreaming.

Our seasonal sleeping bag tog guide is as follows:

There are plenty of sleep aids, room thermometers and baby monitors that can help you keep an eye on your baby’s body temperature or the temperature of their room overnight so you can make an informed decision on how to dress them. Let’s take a look at a few that we would recommend…

Safe Sleep Aids

Glow Dreaming Sleep Easy

The Glow Dreaming Sleep Easy combines a number of smart features to help you and your little one get a restful and sound night’s sleep. This device glows read to boost your baby’s natural levels of melatonin making it easier for them to settle, and also releases a pink noise to prevent wakeups and helps them to achieve deep, slow-wave sleep.

This device also has an ultrasonic humidifier that runs for 10-12 hours overnight to promote deep breathing and ease congestion. You can fill it with either plain water or essential oils designed to support healthy and sound sleeping. There is also a green to rise light that helps teach your baby the ideal time to arise.

The Glow Dreaming Sleep Easy can be controlled via the app from any room in the house, and with their Sleep Memberships, you can contact their expert team for one-on-one support at any time if you have any questions or concerns.

ergoPouch Drift Away White Noise Machine + Night Light

The ergoPouch Drift Away White Noise Machine and Night Light is a lightweight and portable device that plays white, pink and brown noise to help your little one fall into a deep sleep.

You can choose from seven different sounds from static to soothing, humming fans or nature noise, turning it up or down until it’s just right. This device has 48 hours of playtime so you can rely on it overnight as well as for day trips out or weekends away.

This machine has a soft LED light with varying brightness that’s ideal for late-night nappy changes and check ins. The Drift Away White Noise Machine is sure to be your reliable companion for peaceful slumbers and sweet dreams.

Owlet Cam 2 + Dream Sock Set

The Owlet Cam 2 + Dream Sock Set allows parents to see, hear and know for sure that their baby is safe and well. This bundle includes the Owlet Cam 2 smart video monitor and the medically certified Dream Sock TM smart baby monitor.

This set means you can keep track of your baby’s pulse (heart) rate, oxygen levels and sleep patterns, as well as being able to see your baby with HD video streaming on your phone. You can take comfort in knowing that this technology is clinically proven with medical-grade accuracy. In the event that your little snoozer’s pulse rate or oxygen falls out of the preset ranges, you will be notified through the Owlet Dream App.

With Owlet Cam 2, you will also receive in-app notifications when any sound, motion or crying is detected so you can determine if your presence is needed. This bundle gives you total peace of mind that your little one is dreaming away safely and securely, allowing you to relax and get that all important deep sleep yourself.

Tommee Tippee Groegg 2 USB Centigrade Thermometer

The Tommee Tippee Groegg 2 USB Centigrade Thermometer makes it easier than ever to check the temperature of your little one’s sleeping environment.

This digital room thermometer changes colour to indicate the temperature of your baby’s room so you can adapt their clothing or room environment accordingly to ensure their comfort and safety. It also has three adjustable brightness levels and a clear temperature display.

This device comes with a USB charger so there’s no need for batteries.

Tommee Tippee even have a handy temperature guide to show what each light colour means and how to dress your baby appropriately based on the room environment:

Now that you have the devices to help you monitor and create the ideal sleeping environment for your baby, it’s time to make sure they’re dressed appropriately for optimal snoozing. Time to share some of our favourite sleeping bags and sleepsuits perfect for winter weather…

Our Favourite Cold Weather Sleepwear

Sleepsuits

Rosa & Blue Sleepsuit

The Rosa & Blue Sleepsuit is a gentle blend of bamboo and organic cotton, perfect for your little one’s sensitive skin. These sleepsuits are also beautifully soft, breathable and thermo-regulating so you can be sure your little one remains cosy and comfortable all year round.

These gorgeous sleepsuits have been designed with delicate skin in mind, offering both comfort and simplicity. Each design is hand-painted in watercolour with classic illustrations and calming colours.

The Rosa & Blue sleepsuits also have a clever, concealed 2-way zipper for fuss-free nighttime changes.

ergoPouch - Organic Winter Long Sleeved Sleep Onesie – 2.5 TOG

The ergoPouch Organic Winter Long Sleeved Sleep Onesie is designed to be worn either on its own or with a layer underneath depending on your baby’s sleeping environment and the time of year. It is the perfect bedtime option for toddlers who are transitioning into a big bed, preschoolers who are prone to kicking of their blankets or little ones who don’t enjoy the restriction of a sleeping bag.

This sleep onesie is made with GOTS certified organic cotton and non-toxic dye, so it is sensitive-skin friendly with no nasty chemicals. It is 2.5 TOG so ideal for winter without the need for blankets and has foot and hand cuffs that can be used to cover little fingers and toes when it’s really chilly.

This sleepsuit has a three-way zipper for quick and easy nappy changes and is great for use during toilet training.

1+ in the family Abel Jumpsuit With Feet

The 1+ In The Family Abel Jumpsuit is a delightful little sleepsuit that is perfect for baby boys and girls. This suit is crafted from super soft, organic, plain fleece fabric and features coconut shell buttons along the front that are perfect for quick changes. The fabric is made from sustainable and recycled materials making this a great sleep choice for environmentally conscious parents.

This adorable sleepsuit is the perfect addition to any winter-sleep wardrobe, allowing your little one to feel both premium comfort and style.

Click here to discover our full range of super snuggly sleepsuits to keep your little one cosy this season.

Sleeping Bags

Merino Kids Go Go Sleeping Bag – Standard Weight

The Merino Kids Go Go Standard Weight Sleeping Bag is an award-winning baby and toddler sleeping bag designed with the safety and comfort of your little sleeper in mind. This sleeping bag is made entirely with natural fibres, a super soft, superfine merino lining and GOTS certified organic cotton.

Merino wool is naturally temperature regulating to keep them perfectly cosy during the chilly autumn and winter months. This means that the Merino standard weight sleeping bags are ideal for all year round, best for when the room temperature is between 17-25°C.

This sleeping bag is also naturally hypoallergenic and acknowledged by the International Hip Dysplasia Institute as a ‘hip-healthy’ product.

For when it’s particularly chilly, you could also go for a Merino Kids Go Go Sleeping Bag in winter weight for that extra cosiness.

ergoPouch Organic Winter Jersey Sleeping Bag – 2.5 TOG

The ergoPouch Organic Winter Jersey Sleeping Bag is designed for a little one who prefers a slim fit feel through the body with plenty of wriggle room for their legs while they dream.

This sleeping bag has a 400-thread count, is made with GOTS organic cotton and has stretch inserts inside for extra comfort and flexibility.

Your baby’s skin is super sensitive, so this sleeping bag is made with soft, breathable cotton and bamboo that’s warm and snuggly but also gentle and light non the skin.

This sleeping bag has a tog of 2.5 and is ideal for temperatures between 17-23°C.

The Little Green Sheep Sleeping Bag – 2.5 TOG

The Little Green Sheep 2.5 TOG Sleeping Bag is made from luxury, soft organic linen and cotton blend, perfect for the most delicate skin.

This sleeping bag can be used all year round, however depending on the temperature you can adjust what your baby wears underneath. In the winter they will need a long sleeve where in the summer you may want to dress them in short sleeves.

This sleeping bag has a side zip for easy and quick nighttime nappy changes and under arm poppers to make sure your baby is safe and not at risk of SIDS from their head slipping inside the sleeping bag.

The material for the filling is free from any harmful chemicals or substances so you can be sure your baby is safe and snuggly while they snooze the night away.

To explore more sleeping bags that are guaranteed to keep your little one snug as a bug during the colder months, check out our full winter sleeping bag collection.

We hope this winter warmer recommendations have helped you feel more confident when dressing your little one for sleep during the cooler seasons. We understand that sleep time can be worrying for parents but refer to this handy sleep guide and your little dreamer will be snuggly and sleeping soundly through autumn and winter.

If you want to know more about creating a safe sleeping environment for your baby, check out these blogs written by baby sleep experts:

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