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Baby sleeping bag: what to wear underneath?

A sleeping bag is not only an integral part of the baby's first equipment , but also with the best choice so that your baby can sleep well and safely at night, because:

    • the temperature in the sleeping bag can be optimally regulated,
    • In combination with suitable clothing, children neither have to sweat nor freeze.

However, many parents often do not know what to teach their child put on in the baby sleeping bag Should you choose: Would you prefer pajamas or would a long-sleeved bodysuit or even a diaper be enough? Or would you prefer several layers in an onion look? We will show you how to dress your darling for sleeping and what you should pay attention to so that he can spend the night warm and safe in his sleeping bag.

Restful sleep: dress children properly at night

Basically : The higher the room temperature, the cooler your pet can be dressed at night. The most important factors when it comes to choosing the right clothing for the sleeping bag are

    • the room temperature in the bedroom and
    • the so-called TOG value , which represents the thermal resistance of a sleeping bag.

As ideal sleeping temperature For babies, experts recommend a temperature of 16–18 degrees Celsius the sleeping environment.

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How can you tell if your baby is cold while sleeping?

You have ensured the room temperature is right and chosen a sleeping bag with the right TOG value for the current season, but how can you tell whether your child is dressed warmly enough or perhaps too warmly when they sleep?

Important to know: Cold hands and feet are not reliable indicators.

The temperature perception and the optimal sleeping temperature differ from child to child and can vary greatly. Therefore, you should always feel your baby's body temperature on the neck to be absolutely sure:

  • If the neck is cold, your sweetheart is probably too cold.
  • If the neck is comfortably warm but not hot, the baby's body temperature appears to be properly regulated.
  • If the neck is sweaty, your child is probably too warm.

What should your child wear in their sleeping bag?

Have you now discovered that your Baby either freezes or sweats , you can easily regulate your body temperature by adjusting the sleeping clothes in your sleeping bag to suit your needs.

Our temperature table shows you how to dress your baby appropriately at night: On the left you will find information about the room temperature, in the columns on the right the respective TOG value of the sleeping bag. In the matrix you can now easily read, what clothes in the sleeping bag is appropriate:

An example :

  • In summer, your baby wears a sleeping bag with a TOG value of 1.0 TOG and the room temperature is 22–24° degrees – then a short-sleeved bodysuit under the sleeping bag is recommended.
  • However, if the room temperature changes to about 20–22° degrees , would be a long-sleeved bodysuit better for your sweetheart.

5 Tips for the Right Clothing in the Baby Sleeping Bag

  • Depending on the room temperature and TOG value, long- or short-sleeved bodysuits and sometimes just a diaper are often sufficient.

  • If you feel that your baby is still too cold despite the clothes, do not put an additional blanket over the sleeping bag to avoid the risk of overheating. Instead, choose a warmer sleeping bag.

  • For the same reason, you should also avoid wearing a hat, because if your newborn is too hot, the excess heat will be released through the head. Socks are also not suitable sleepwear in a sleeping bag, as they also pose a risk of overheating.

  • If you have any further questions about baby sleeping bags, you will find further tips in our sleeping bag guide .

  • With us at Sterntaler® Online shop you will also find suitable pollutant-free baby clothes made of skin-friendly cotton so that you can create the optimal sleeping environment for your little one. 
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