Dressing your baby for bed can be a challenge, especially when temperatures fluctuate overnight during Spring and Autumn. Read on for guidance on how to dress your baby for bed based on the temperature of their nursery and the tog rating of their sleeping bag.
Whilst the temperature guides below have been designed to assist you in dressing your baby for bed, they are a guide only and you should monitor the temperature of your baby. If your baby feels cold to the touch, add a layer. If your baby feels hot to the touch or they are red and sweaty, remove a layer.
Baby Dressing Guides for Your Tog-Rated The Sleep Store Sleeping Bag
3.0 Tog Rated Sleeping Bags & Suits
1.0 Tog Rated Sleeping Bags & Suits
0.2 Tog Rated Sleeping Bags & Suits
Tog Rated vs Merino Sleeping Bags
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What do the different Tog Ratings mean?
A Tog Rating measures the thermal efficiency (warmth & insulation) in fabric used for bedding and sleepwear. The higher the tog rating, the warmer the fabric. A 3.0 tog-rated sleeping bag or suit is a warm style, suitable for winter and room temperatures of around 16–20 degrees Celsius. A 0.2 tog-rated sleeping bag or suit is a lightweight style, suitable for summer with room temperatures of approximately 22–26+ degrees Celsius.
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The Sleep Store Organic Cotton 3.0 Tog Rated Sleeping Bag & Suit – For 16–20 Degrees Celsius
Made from 95% natural organic cotton and 5% elastane, these bags are the warmest in The Sleep Store Organic Cotton range. Made from cotton, these bags & suits are durable and easy to care for. They can be machine-washed and tumble-dried on low, so are a great winter bag.
Please note that the World Health Organisation recommends that children do not sleep in rooms colder than 18 degrees, so we recommend using a heater on low if your child's room gets below 18 degrees.
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Watch Clothing Layering Guide For the 3.0 Tog Organic Cotton Sleeping Bag & Suit – Room Temperatures of approximately 16 Degrees Celsius
What clothing layers should I dress my baby in with the 3.0 Tog Cotton Bag or Suit?
Jump to your room temperature below:
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Note: This is a guide only. It is important not to overheat your baby. The best guide is to consider whether the heating, bedding and clothing would add up to a comfortable sleeping temperature for you. The ideal room temperature for children is 18 to 20 degrees Celsius, with 18 degrees considered perfect! Please consult your medical professional for further advice if required.
The Sleep Store Organic Cotton 1.0 Tog Rated Sleeping Bag & Suit – For 20–24 Degrees Celsius
The 1.0 tog-rated Organic Cotton sleeping bags & suits are a good year-round style. Made from 95% organic cotton and 5% elastane, they are breathable for the warmer months and can be easily layered with pyjamas or singlets for added warmth in the cooler months.
Please note that the World Health Organisation recommends that children do not sleep in rooms colder than 18 degrees, so we recommend using a heater on low if your children's room gets below 18 degrees.
Watch Clothing Layering Guide For the 1.0 Tog Organic Cotton Sleeping Bag & Suit – Room Temperatures of approximately 20 Degrees Celsius
What clothing layers should I dress my baby in with the 1.0 Tog Organic Cotton Sleeping Bag or Suit?
Jump to your room temperature below:
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Note: This is a guide only. It is important not to overheat your baby. The best guide is to consider whether the heating, bedding and clothing would add up to a comfortable sleeping temperature for you. The ideal room temperature for children is 18 to 20 degrees Celsius, with 18 degrees considered perfect! Please consult your medical professional for further advice if required.
The Sleep Store Organic Cotton 0.2 Tog Rated Sleeping Bag & Suit – For 22–26 Degrees Celsius
The 0.2 tog-rated bags & suits are the lightest of our Organic Cotton sleeping bag range. They are designed for the summer months and will be ideal for summer day sleeps when the room temperatures are often the highest. The 100% natural fibre is breathable for the warmer days & nights.
These bags are easy-care and can be washed and tumble-dried on low.
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Watch Clothing Layering Guide for the 0.2 Tog Organic Cotton Sleeping Bag or Suit – Room Temperatures of approximately 26 Degrees
What clothing layers should I dress my baby in with the 0.2 Tog Organic Cotton Sleeping Bag or Suit?
Jump to your room temperature below:
Shop The Sleep Store Organic Cotton 0.2 Tog Sleeping Bag
Note: This is a guide only. It is important not to overheat your baby. The best guide is to consider whether the heating, bedding and clothing would add up to a comfortable sleeping temperature for you. The ideal room temperature for children is 18 to 20 degrees Celsius, with 18 degrees considered perfect! Please consult your medical professional for further advice if required.
The Sleep Store Organic Cotton Range
The Sleep Store Organic Cotton 0.2 Tog Sleeping Suit
The Sleep Store Organic Cotton 1.0 Tog Sleeping Bag
The Sleep Store Organic Cotton 3.0 Tog Sleeping Suit
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How does Tog Rated sleepwear compare to Merino Sleepwear?
Merino & tog rated sleepwear perform quite differently to each other, so you can't really compare the two. A Tog rating measures the thermal efficiency of fabric and is applied to fabrics which perform consistently (such as cotton or synthetic fibres). However, the natural fibres of merino sleepwear perform differently from other fabrics as they create an air pocket around the wearer, meaning it's more temperature regulating. Because of these natural qualities, merino sleepwear can usually be used in a wider temperature range than tog-rated sleeping bags & suits as it is adaptive to the environment and the wearer. Either fabric type is equally as good and it's personal preference which fabric you use.
Use the chart below to consider what tog-rated or Merino sleeping bag will be the best option based on the temperature of your child's room.
Note: Babies' warmth needs vary from child to child just as they do for adults so use as a guide and adjust to suit your baby accordingly. Check your baby regularly to ensure they do not overheat or are waking up from being too cold. The optimal room temperature is around 18 degrees Celsius.
How can I prevent cold feet if my toddler sleeps in a Sleeping Suit?
If you're using a Sleeping Suit for your baby or child, adding a pair of wool socks in winter is a great way to keep little toes toasty & warm. Our customers love Woolbabe Sleepy Socks.
