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| The best of the best - discover our favourite baby sleeping bagsDiscuss on test: baby sleeping bags on our forums, right now! Or, post a comment below.Baby sleeping bags have been used on the continent for years and are now becoming big new in the UK and for a good reason... - They create a safe sleep environment by removing the risk of baby getting tangled in sheets or blankets
- They help baby to feel secure by creating a familiar environment whether changing from a Moses basket to a cot or going away on holiday
- They keep baby at a comfortable temperature without the risk of kicking off the covers
- They can be used all year round by simply adjusting the amount of clothing your baby wears underneath
- They allow for easy settling, nighttime comforting or feeding as you can pick baby up or lay them in their cot without disturbing them - once baby gets used to their sleeping bags, simply being put in the bag becomes a signal for sleep and can help them to drop off easier
- They help prevent adventurous babies from climbing out of their cots and from getting caught in cot bars
Our tip;- Its definitely worth investing in two baby sleeping bags, as with anything baby related it is always best to have a spare to hand. The Review - | - Our Overall Favourite -
Grobag's Bright Stripe Baby Sleeping Bag
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- Design - Designed for use both at home and while your out and about, the Grobag bright stripe is specially designed to fit a 5-point harness. All bags come complete with a 2-way front zip and a velcro fastening back vent to make sitting in a pushchair or car seat safe and comfortable for little ones.
- Sizes - Suitable for babies over 7lbs and comes in 3 sizes; 0-6 months, 6-18 months and 18-36 months.
- Comfort - It's made with super soft cotton both inside and out, so it feels incredibly cosy next to your baby's skin. It's also fitted with a chin guard to prevent your little ones delicate skin from zip irritation. The 2.5 Tog bag is suitable for use in all but the hottest months where the 1 or 0.5 Tog bags may be more suitable.
- Ease of use - The two way zip and back vent make this bag really versatile so that baby can be laid down for a nap without disturbance. Additionally, as the direction of the zip is flexible it's easy to manoeuvre baby into and out of the bag and to change nappies.
- Ease of cleaning - This Grobag can be washed at 40 deg and tumble dried on a low heat. As the 0.5 and 1 Tog bags are made of 100% cotton and the 2.5 Tog has a lightweight polyester filling so all bags dry quickly.
- Value for money - Costing between £24.49 and £28.49 (depending on size) these durable bags represent real value for money.
Why we loved it - Put simply, Grobags understand the a parents needs; not only has this bag been designed to be really practical, its also FSID (The Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths) approved and comes with a free thermometer to help you workout which clothing/sleeping bag combination you should use to prevent your bay from overheating. On top of this its reasonably priced, stands up well to wear and tear and to top it off has a really funky design! A clear winner in our eyes. Available from - www.mothercare.com | - Our Organic Favourite -
Grembo Organics' Terry Cloth GremboBag
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- Design - Made with a stretch terry outer and a soft flannel inner this bag is not only gorgeously soft and comfortable for baby but is made from organic cotton that is free from pesticides, using environmentally friendly processing methods.
- Sizes - Grembo Organics offer 4 sizes of bag; XS (0-4 months) - this bag is suitable for babies over 6lbs, S (2-6 months), M (6-18 months) and L (18-30 months)
- Comfort - This particular GremboBag is 0.75 Togs and intended for spring and autumn use, however with the British climate it should be ok to use through most of the year providing you adjust your baby's clothing accordingly. Zips and seams are embedded so they don't irritate your baby's skin.
- Ease of use - Bags are fitted with a 'reverse placed zipper' that makes it easy for you to get in, but difficult for baby to get out unaided.
- Ease of cleaning - Grembo recommend washing their bags using baking soda or earth-friendly laundry products and drying them on a low heat.
- Value for money - Despite the trend for Organic products to be more expensive than their less environmentally friendly counterparts, GremboBags only cost £29.00 each, regardless of size. This is especially good when buying the larger sized bags as they span a bigger age range.
Why we loved it -For anyone with an ecological conscience, this is the bag for you. It provides all of the comfort and safety features your baby needs whilst being completely environmentally friendly and reasonably priced - what a fabulous combination. Available from - www.thekidswindow.co.uk | - Our Themed Favourite -
Winnie The Pooh Classic Sleeping Bag
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- Design - The cute Winnie the Pooh design and unusual cross-over front makes this sleeping bag adorable for both little girls and boys. Unlike many 'branded' products the simple cream and coffee design of this sleeping bag is far from being gaudy and the Winnie the Pooh and Piglet logo adds a really cute touch.
- Sizes - Suitable for babies over 7lb 7oz and available in 3 sizes; 0-6 months, 6-18 months and 18-36 months.
- Comfort - Made of 100% cotton with a polyester filling this sleeping bag is soft against your baby's skin and breathable to help prevent overheating. At 2.5 Togs this sleeping bag will help keep your baby at a comfortable temperature all year around.
- Ease of use - All sizes of this sleeping bag fasten using shoulder poppers and a side zip making it incredibly quick and easy to fold the sleeping bag open and slip baby in.
- Ease of cleaning - The Winnie the Pooh bags can be machine washed at 40deg and should be tumble-dried on a cool setting to keep the filling nice and fluffy.
- Value for money - Prices range from £27.99 to £31.99 depending on sleeping bag size.
Why we loved it -The soft cotton and the cute design really helps to make 'cuddling a cosy thing' in this sleeping bag. Matching cot linen and other nursery accessories are also available so that you can coordinate your baby's sleeping bag with the rest of their nursery to make it a space to enjoy for years to come. Available from - www.mothercare.com | - Our Classic Favourite -
Bonne Nuit Versailles Sleeping Bag
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- Design - The design of each Bonne Nuit sleeping bag truly reflects the companies French heritage with the Versailles check bag begin particularly stylish. Beautifully made in soft checked cotton, this bag is available in a choice of 3 colours (blue, pink and yellow) and has gorgeous detailing that finishes off its clean, classic look perfectly.
- Sizes - Available in 2 sizes; 0-6 months and 6-24 months.
- Comfort - Bonne nuit make all of their sleeping bags from really soft, Oeko-Tex approved cotton which means that as well as being really comfortable against your baby's skin, its also completely free from harmful substances. Additionally, this sleeping bag is made with a wide bottom so that baby has plenty of freedom to wiggle their legs around without feeling restricted.
- Ease of use - The side zip and shoulder poppers combination makes it really easy to manoeuvre even small babies into and out of this sleeping bag and at 2.5 Togs this bag can be used throughout the year.
- Ease of cleaning - Machine washable - but remember to wash this bag with similar colours to keep it looking fresh. At 2.5 Togs this bag does have a polyester filling but this dries very quickly.
- Value for money - While it looks expensive, at only £31.99 (regardless of size) the Bonne Nuit Versailles bag is surprisingly affordable.
Why we loved it - Bonne nuits focus on quality, detail and stylish design means that this sleeping bag is really the ultimate practical classic. Available from - www.thekidswindow.co.uk | | | |
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