Article: How to Choose a Sleepsack
You've probably been hearing alot about baby sleep sacks as a safer alternative to using blankets, but with the growing number of choices available, how do you choose the one that is right for your baby?
4 Reasons for Sleepsack Popularity
- Sleepsacks take away the worry of a baby's mouth and nose being covered as can happen with blankets
- Sleepsacks ensure your baby stays warmly covered all night
- Recommended by doulas as part of a healthy sleep routine
- Easily transportable, a sleepsack keeps your baby's sleep routine consistent, no matter where you are
5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Sleepsack
- How old is your baby?
Sleepsacks are most useful after the first couple of months when a baby no longer needs to be swaddled. It is a nice transition because it is a contained space the baby becomes familiar with - What fabric should I choose?
There are many fabrics to consider, cotton, hemp, fleece, wool, down...if the temperature is warmer cotton or hemp are great choices, but for cooler weather, fleece, wool and down are great options. - What temperature rating should my sleepsack be?
When considering what warmth of sleepsack to buy, consider not just the season, but the temperature of your baby's room. It is generally better to have a slightly cooler sleepsack that you can make warmer or cooler by adding warmer pj's or just diapers underneath - What is a good fit?
For fit issues, look to make sure the neck hole is a good fit and won't go over the babies head. For the armholes they should be big enough to offer air circulation, but not so big your baby's arms could get tangled. - What zipper style?
There are two main zipper styles. One zips down the middle of the sleepsack, the other zips around the outside like a sleeping bag. May parents prefer the zippers that are sleeping bag style and open from the bottom for easy diaper changes in the middle of the night.
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