I have used sleeping bags with all of my children, right from the very early days. I have always found them so much more convenient that blankets for a number of reasons – they can’t kick them off, they can’t pull them up over their faces and they just seem much more snug and cosy.
Sometimes in the summer months though, it’s hard to know how to use a sleeping bag. When it’s very hot do you just go for a sleeping bag and nappy? Do you buy a lighter tog bag? What happens if the temperature drops in the night – will they then be too cold?
Slumbersac have come up with a great solution to this problem. Their new muslin sleeping bag offers a natural, soft alternative to the traditional padded sleeping bags. Muslin is a naturally breathable material, so your little one won’t overheat, and we have found this fabric works wonders for Max’s eczema too – when he gets hot and sticky, he scratches. The moisture that might get trapped by other materials is allowed to flow out of the sleeping bag as the air circulates, which helps to keep him cool and comfortable.
We have been trying out the 0.5 tog bag in the 12-36 month size, which is a perfect fit for 2 year old Max with plenty of growing space. There is also the option to buy a 2 tog sleeping bag, made up of 7 layers of muslin – offering the same benefits but a bit more suitable for cooler autumn nights.
Not only is it comfortable, well fitting and funky looking, it is also practical. There is a zip that runs down the front of the sleeping bag, making nappy changes easy. They also come pre washed, so you can just unpack and use straight away, even on babies with sensitive skin.
Max seems to approve of this Slumbersac – he puts it on without complaint, and hasn’t woken during the night while he has been wearing it. I have popped in a few times to check his temperature over the last few nights, as it has been so warm, but he has always been comfortable and sleeps soundly until morning.
There are ‘boy’ and ‘girl’ designs available, as well as the unisex print we have been testing, and I will definitely be investing in a couple more – maybe one more for Max and a dinky one for Eliza….
Funnily enough Amy had escaped her sleeping bag when I went in this morning! Little monkey.
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Colette B recently posted…Siblings – June 2015
love the print, wished mine would still wear these as they are forever kicking off their covers #triedtested
Chantelle Hazelden recently posted…Switching Foods
We’ve never heard of a SlumberSack? Looks great as we use Grow sleep bags. Might have to give this brand a go after reading this! #TriedTested x
Baby ISABELLA recently posted…Our whirlwind week in photos
This looks great. I was a huge fan of baby sleeping bags and was quite disappointed when my daughter decided that she wanted a duvet instead.
#triedtested
Catherine recently posted…Paddington by Michael Bond and R. W. Alley
I’m hoping that Little E will tolerate sleeping bags as his big Sister never would. She’s always hated anything over her feet in bed and I find them sticking out of her duvet now. They are really reassuring though.
Pippa Ainsworth recently posted…Brand New DryFit Nappies from Chicco
I love baby sleeping bags, all mine had them. This one looks great #TriedTested
Natasha Mairs recently posted…Father’s Day Gift Ideas
I had some travel Slumber sac sleeping bags and they were great #TriedTested
Louise (perry) fairweather recently posted…Make-A-Bar Chocolate Factory Review and Giveaway
We were big slumbersac fans when Monkey was younger. This one looks fab too #TriedTested
over40andamumtoone recently posted…Bugs in the Kitchen – a review for Ravensburger
We had one of these for our son and he hated it! Our daughter on the other hand wouldn’t go to sleep without it. Go figure 😉 #TriedTested
I love the muslin idea, not seen that design before. I used sleeping bags for my twins and they were a great idea but I would have loved the cooler muslin fabric.
Stephanie recently posted…Liscombe Farm Ice Cream Parlour – Devon
We use muslin sacs in the warmer weather too #TriedTested
Mummy Fever recently posted…The busy mummies guide to finishing a marathon
Not heard of these, though both of my kids liked sleeping in their little sleeping bags when they were small. Max certainly looks content in it! x
thereadingresidence recently posted…A Family Weekend Break to York
This is such a lovely idea – I used sleeping bags and loved them, and would have loved a lightweight one, especially for travelling. #triedtested
Cathy (MummyTravels) recently posted…A long weekend in Brixham, Devon
This looks like it would be a good option for Isobel – she seems to get a bit hot and sticky at night at the moment, the muslin sounds like it might be a bit cooler. Max certainly looks like he is very happy in it!
Lauren recently posted…Living Arrows 24/52
This is fantastic! I’ve been wondering what to do as the nights get hotter. Thanks for sharing! #TriedTested
Oh sleep bags were a godsend with my little ones, they’re so versatile and certainly kept them warm during sleep. I too found that I had less waking at night when they were in sleep bags than not.
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These look great and such a good idea for the warmer weather. I’ve always worried about little ones getting too hot in sleeping bags too so have only ever used them in the winter when my girls were small babies – great to know there is an option available which is better for the warmer nights.
Louise recently posted…Review: Wicked Uncle E-Toy Shop
Aww! This is lovely….Such a great idea for the warmer months x
Kim Carberry recently posted…Make-A-Bar Chocolate Factory – Review!!
This is a great idea. Muslins are brilliant and I love that they wash so well #triedtested
Oh what a great idea! Move this- going to get one for elsie this summer x x