Initially, when you start talking to other people about baby sleeping bags they may be confused and wonder why on earth you want to take your baby off on a camping trip. Sleeping bags for babies however are nothing to do with camping and instead are a wonderful option for the traditional blanket.
A sleeping bag for a baby consists of a main bag cover section for the body with fastenings at the shoulders. Due to this design, rather than the traditional blanket that can be a health risk in that the baby can pull the blanket over their heads or slide down instead, the bag stays safely in place.
There are many different types of baby sleeping bags. The traditional version consists of either a straight or curved main bag section with pop or Velcro fasteners at the shoulders. A zip from top to bottom is optional.
The sheet or muslin baby bag is similar in style to the traditional version in looks however, the material is much thinner so ideal for those who live in warmer climates.
The travel bag is designed to be used when travelling so can be used in the buggy or in the car. This type of bag has sleeves and can be either rounded or straight. A long zip (from top to bottom) or short zip (from mid-way to the top) offers flexibility according to your needs and how you will be using the sleeping bag when travelling.
The multi-season bag is for those who live in areas with contrasting seasons. The bag consists of two sections — a summertime sleeping bag and a spring/autumn time. For the winter season, you simply secure the two bags together to gain maximum thickness.
The jersey sleeping bag is specifically designed for cold climates and like the travel sleeping bag comes with either a full or mid zip. Detachable sleeves add to the flexibility of this type of bag.
In addition to deciding on the type of bag, it is important that you make sure that you get the right tog (thickness) to suit your climate. At above 24 degrees centigrade then you need the sheet or muslin sleeping bag. At 20 — 22 degrees, you need a tog of 1.5, whilst at 16 — 20 degrees you are looking at a 2.5 tog bag. Below 16 degrees centigrade, you need a bag with a tog of 3.5 togs.
Baby sleeping bags are a wonderful solution to the old age problem of what to safely cover your child with — so experiment today and watch your baby have a wonderful night’s sleep!
