Getting your newborn to sleep through the night is almost impossible for new parents, especially in the early days. Sleeping bags with legs are a terrific alternative to standard blankets or duvets. Instead of being concerned about your baby kicking off the blanket in the middle of the night, a sleeping bag with legs will keep them warm and dry.
If a sleeping bag with legs seems like something your baby may use at bedtime, we've compiled a list of the best ones on the market regarding safety, quality, and reviews. Before you start shopping, you should know a few things before buying your first sleeping bag.
Check out our whole sleeping bag guide here.
Baby Sleeping Bag With Legs Safety Tips
Here are some safety recommendations and things to consider while purchasing a sleeping bag with legs to ensure that your baby will sleep securely.
- Ensure that the neck opening isn't too small or too large.
- Ensure the sleeping bag fits well to prevent the baby from slipping out.
- Sleeping bags with drawstrings or hoods should be avoided since they can cover your baby's head throughout the night and pose a strangling risk.
- Make sure there are no uncomfortable tags or zips inside that could disrupt your little one's sleep.
Sleeping Bags with legs are ideal for active infants and toddlers. The design lets you draw the legs down to snuggle their little feet in for a warm and pleasant night's sleep. Or you can leave their feet outside the bag, so they don't feel constrained.
These are available in four distinct tog/weight combinations. A sleeping bag's tog rating indicates how thick it is and thus how warm it will keep your kid during the night. Please use the tog chart above to determine which tog is ideal for you.
Our Most Popular Baby Sleeping Bags:
Picking the best sleeping bag for your baby will allow them to sleep securely as well as comfortably. Safe sleep for newborns usually equals better, more restful sleep for parents.
Here are some of our best baby sleeping bags.
Newborn Baby Hamper
Our newborn baby hamper is the ideal present for any new parent. These unisex hampers are excellent for numerous occasions, including baby showers, christenings, and congrats. You may choose what is best for you by selecting a baby sleep bag in any fabric from our selection. Every baby hamper contains the following items:
- One 0-6 month sleeveless baby sleep bag in your choice of fabric.
- Soft-hanging baby mobile with a musical hanging rabbit and a bear that rattles.
- A very cute wooden teething ring in the shape of a teddy that is easy for babies to grab.
Price: £45.00
Tog rating: 1.5 – 2.5
Sizes: 0-6 months
Pros:
- Zip opening for easy night-time nappy changes
Cons:
- Has more of a slim fit, which some babies may not find comfortable
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Relaxing Days BugBag
Relaxing Days BugBag is a wonderfully soft cotton sleep bag with removable sleeves for all sizes over 6 months. It has a smart zip closing at the bottom to separate the legs and may be used in a baby carrier, stroller, or highchair. Sleeves are not worn by babies aged 0 to 6 months.
Price: £22.00
Tog rating: 1.5 – 2.5
Sizes: 0-6 months, 6-18 months, 18-36 months
Pros:
- Long and durable zip for simple clothing and diaper changes.
- The neck has a protective tab to prevent the zip from pinching the skin.
Cons:
- Do not use it if your child can climb out of the cot.
- Zippers can be damaged in the washing machine if not washed inside a laundry bag.
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Happy Seas BugBag
Detachable sleeves on a wonderfully soft, sumptuous cotton sleep bag – this BugBag converts from a typical baby sleep sack to a jumpsuit thanks to a brilliantly engineered zip closing at the bottom that separates the legs. This is ideal for moving your sleepy baby directly into bed without waking them.
Price: £24.00
Tog rating: 1.5 – 2.5
Sizes: 6-18 months, 18-36 months
Pros:
- A safety tab at the neck prevents the zip from pinching the skin.
- Detachable long sleeves with press-stud fastening.
Cons:
- Do not use it if your child can climb out of the cot.
- Do not combine with additional bedding, such as a cot duvet.
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FAQs
What are the benefits of a sleeping bag?
When properly fitted, a sleeping bag will allow your baby to breathe comfortably all night. The added benefit is also keeping your child's body temperature stable throughout the night. This may result in fewer wakings (hopefully)!
What tog should I buy this winter?
Like adult sleeping bags, the tog rating of a sleeping bag defines how heavy the fabric is. However, unlike adult sleeping bags, your newborn cannot adapt to a comfortable temperature, so selecting the appropriate tog is critical. As a basic guideline, the colder the room, and the higher the tog, the warmer the room, the lower the tog.
A maximum tog of 0.5 will be enough if your baby sleeps in a room that is warmer than 25 degrees Celsius. A 2.5 tog is perfect for 17 – 21 degrees, and a lightweight 1.5 is great for 22 – 25 degrees.
What should my baby wear under their sleeping bag?
Generally, your baby should be alright with a short-sleeved vest underneath to prevent overheating when wearing their sleeping bag with legs.
Summary
Ensure that your baby's crib is clear of materials such as blankets, cushions, and toys until they are about a year old. These ordinary things raise the risk of suffocation. Blankets can be replaced with sleeping bags. They are designed to stay on your little one, which helps keep them cozy all night long.
Bugbag's Sleeping Bags with legs are a perfect alternative to standard sleeping bags for babies and toddlers. It gives them the freedom to move around and reduces the risk of falling over while still enjoying the comfort of their cozy sleeping bag at bedtime. Most babies are opposed to having their feet covered at night. The design lets you draw the legs down to snuggle their little feet in for a warm and pleasant night's sleep.
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