For almost all parents, a baby sleeping bag is now standard equipment when it comes to getting a good night’s sleep. There is a reason for this, because a sleeping bag is not only comfortable for babies, but primarily a precautionary measure. A baby sleeping bag of the correct size will prevent the baby from pulling a duvet over their head and suffocating. In addition, the baby sleeping bag guarantees that your baby’s head remains free and can easily give off excess heat. Another advantage over a classic duvet is that the baby doesn’t just kick the sleeping bag away. Infants and babies are not yet able to regulate their body temperature. A strong cooling can be prevented with a baby sleeping bag. Come in addition,
Choosing the right size
A baby sleeping bags should meet two criteria in terms of size: The baby needs enough space to kick. At the same time, the sleeping bag must be tight enough around the neck so that the baby cannot slip out. The risk of cooling down due to heat loss would be a possible consequence of a sleeping bag that is too large. But the opposite can also happen. If the baby sleeping bag is too big, the baby can slide into it and suffocate. As a rule of thumb when buying, the length of the baby from shoulders to feet plus 10 to 15 cm. For example, if your baby measures 70 cm from shoulders to feet, the sleeping bag should be 80 to 85 cm. If a manufacturer specifies the size of the baby sleeping bags in clothing sizes, you are on the safe side if you measure the size of the sleeping bag. This is especially recommended in those cases where the baby is larger or smaller than the norm. Some manufacturers offer baby sleeping bags that are adjustable in size. The sleeping bag can be made larger and smaller by pressing a button. This saves you having to buy several sleeping bags.
A disadvantage that is particularly noticeable in babies who still have to be changed frequently. In addition, you must always have a spare sleeping bag ready in case your child spits on the baby sleeping bag and wets it. Another disadvantage, which does not necessarily speak against the baby sleeping bag, but which turns out to be one in some babies, is feeling uncomfortable in the sleeping bag. There are babies who feel cramped and trapped in their sleeping bags. In such cases, a duvet is the only alternative. Another problem in the colder months is the risk of the head and arms getting cold. A long-sleeved body and a suitable room temperature can help in such cases. However, with a baby sleeping bag there is also the risk of overheating, which can even lead to death. It should therefore always be checked regularly whether the baby is too warm or too cold.