It's important to dress your baby properly at night, but it's often difficult to know how to go about it when you don't want your child to sleep in a sleeping bag. Discover some of our tips for dressing your baby at night without a sleeping bag.
How to get baby to sleep without a sleeping bag?
It's important to dress your baby properly for the night, as newborns especially need warmth and comfort at night. The key to keeping baby warm at night without a sleeping bag or turbulette is to layer several garments according to the temperature of the room.
Choose clothes that are comfortable and soft for your baby. Avoid clothes that are too tight or too loose, which could cause irritation. Cotton pyjamas are a good option, as they allow the skin to breathe.
To sleep without a sleeping bag, start by dressing your baby in a first layer such as a wool or fleece bodysuit, followed by a second layer in velvet or flannel. You can also opt for a bodysuit and long-sleeved pyjamas (mandatory). If it's particularly cold in the room, you can add a third layer. To keep baby's head, hands and feet warm, be sure to dress them in a hat, gloves and socks.
Finally, choose your baby's clothes according to the temperature of the room. Make sure the temperature is comfortable enough for your baby. It should be neither too hot nor too cold. Ideally, your baby's bedroom should be between 18 and 20°C.
With these few tips, you'll be able to keep your baby warm all night long, without needing a sleeping bag.
How to dress baby at night without a sleeping bag, depending on the temperature of the room?
To ensure your baby sleeps in the best possible conditions, the French National Authority for Health (HAS) recommends a temperature of between 18 and 20°C for the nursery.
Of course, the temperature in your baby's room will vary according to the season and the outside temperature. In winter, this temperature range can be maintained by turning up the heating thermostat. However, when temperatures rise in summer, particularly during a heatwave, it can be difficult to maintain an ideal temperature.
In that case, here are a few tips for dressing your baby according to the temperature of his room:
27°C and over
- Diaper
26°C
- Short-sleeved bodysuit
24-25°C
- Short-sleeved bodysuit
- Lightweight sleeping bag (TOG 0.5)
22-23°C
- Lightweight pyjamas
- Lightweight sleeping bag (TOG 0.5)
20-21°C
- Short-sleeved bodysuit
- Pyjamas
- Quilted sleeping bag (TOG 1)
18-19°C
- Long-sleeved bodysuit
- Pyjamas
- Quilted sleeping bag (TOG 1)
16-17°C
- Long-sleeved bodysuit
- Pyjamas
- Quilted sleeping bag (TOG 2)
- Socks
Below 16°C
- Long-sleeved bodysuit
- Pyjamas
- Quilted sleeping bag (TOG 2)
- Socks
- Bonnet
- Gloves
Is it dangerous to let baby sleep through the night without a sleeping bag?
Pediatricians recommend that blankets and quilts should not be used before the age of 18 months, to avoid the risk of suffocation at night or during the day. siesta. The sleeping bag (or turbulette) is particularly recommended for the night, as it limits baby's movements so that he remains lying on his back.
Unsuitable sleeping arrangements can lead to cot death, especially before the age of 6 months. To avoid any risk of suffocation, we recommend that baby sleep without blankets, pillows, stuffed toys or sheets.
The advantages of a sleeping bag are many:
- The sleeping bag keeps baby warm for the duration of his birth. sleep.
- The sleeping bag allows baby to lie on his back.
- Some sleeping bags can be used up to the age of 3.
- The sleeping bag avoids the use of comforters and sheets, which can be dangerous for your baby.
What's the best way to dress baby at night without a sleeping bag?
There's no absolute answer to this question, because every baby is different and what works for one may not work for another. The best way to dress baby at night is to keep him warm and comfortable.
First of all, it's important that your baby isn't too hot or too cold. Choose soft, breathable fabrics like cotton. Avoid clothes that are too tight, too hot or too heavy. Babies tend to feel hot at night, so it's important not to overload them.
However you dress your baby for the night, make sure he's comfortable and can sleep safely.
How can I tell if my baby is cold at night without a sleeping bag?
It's important to know if your baby is cold at night, as this can affect his sleep and well-being. Indeed, it's essential to keep your baby warm. To find out if your baby is cold, here are some signs to look out for:
- If your baby wakes up frequently and cries, this may be a sign that he's cold.
- If your baby has red cheeks or blue lips, this could be a sign of hypothermia.
- Your baby's rapid or difficult breathing may be a sign that he's having trouble regulating his temperature.
If you notice any of these signs, it's important to check that your baby is properly dressed and not exposed to a draught. You can also try to warm him up by wrapping him in a blanket or putting on warm clothes.