Tommee Tippee Baby Sleeping Bag with Legs, The Original Grobag Steppee, Baby Romper Suit, Soft Cotton-Rich Fabric, 6-18m, 1.0 Tog, Ollie Dreams

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Stretchy, comfortable and surprisingly affordable, this beautiful swaddle converts to an arms-out sleeping bag once a child becomes more mobile, which is perfect for brand-new babies. Best sleeping bag for older kids: Slumbersac 100% organic cotton baby sleeping bag with feet in Woodland Animals Fabric: Cotton and elastane | Sizes: 6-18 months, 18-36 months | Tog: 0.2, 1 & 2.5 available What we love We liked gro bag too, but only bought them in tkmaxx. They have great resell value." (Loved by Mumsnet user cookielove) Our verdict Definitely Asda. Cheap, nice patterns and feel so comfortable (I'd like one myself!). They came top in tests conducted for safety too." (Recommended by Mumsnetter DaisyF1986) Our verdict

At Mumsnet we know how important it is that everyone gets a good night’s sleep. That’s why we spend hours researching and testing the products recommended by the millions of parents who visit our forums - from the best cot bed or mattress protector to the best swaddle blankets, we’ve got you covered for the essentials. Another sleeping bag with legs, many parents swear by the Slumbersac for getting a good night’s sleep. We love the colourful patterns, the breathable organic cotton design, the removable arms and the choice of six different sizes. This sleeping bag is particularly suited to babies and toddlers who are up on their feet already, the foldable cuffs protect little feet from the cold and the anti-slip system helps to prevent accidental slips and tumbles. Bear in mind that current car seat safety advice is to avoid strapping babies and children into their car seats while wearing padded coats or suits, which might apply to the bulkier sleeping bags too. How do I keep a sleeping bag clean? There are plenty of baby sleeping bags specifically designed for newborns – the ErgoPouch Cocoon Swaddle Bag, for example, which won our Best for Newborns award. We also consulted renowned consumer organisations such as Which? to gather information on how to choose the best quality products and also those that would offer the most value for money.Please refer to What to Wear guide to ensure you dress your baby in the correct clothing under our Steppeebags. With its unique half-moon zip, changing nappies is a doddle when your baby wears a Snuzpouch. Anything that makes those late-night changes any less disruptive to everybody’s sleep is a winner in our book. Experts recommend that you keep your baby’s crib free from blankets, pillows and toys until their first birthday, as a precaution against SIDS. Baby sleeping bags are the ingenious alternative which keep your baby cosy and safe while they sleep. What’s more, the best baby sleeping bags zip or popper closed so that you don’t need to worry about your child wriggling out of their bedding and waking up chilly - especially as many of us are watching the thermostat more carefully this winter.

Of course, it goes without saying that the washed sleeping bag should be completely dry and cool before it’s used again for bedtime – damp fabrics can make a baby cold, and metal poppers and zips can burn straight from the tumble dryer. How much do baby sleeping bags cost?Before we began researching the best baby sleeping bags, we first scrutinised the latest safe sleep advice from trusted organisations such as The Lullaby Trust, the NCT and the NHS so we could be confident that all the cots we were recommending were safe.

As well as being safer than loose bedding, baby sleeping bags are designed to make night time tasks that little bit easier. All the sleeping bags on our list have double or cleverly designed zippers that help make night time nappy changes less disruptive. Another advantage of a baby sleeping bag is that it stays on if you need to lift your baby to feed or move them to another room.Sleep, temperature, and comfort are closely intertwined, and behaviours geared towards creating a comfortable sleep environment are present in all mammals – from the little mouse curling up in its burrow to the person buying bedding for their home. If we can keep baby at a nice and comfy temperature throughout the night, we can avoid any unnecessary wake ups due to them being too hot or too cold. Providing your child with a comfortable sleep environment is one of the best things you can do, to help your baby sleep better and for longer, night after night. Kate Holmes says, “Use the correct tog rating for the time of year. It isn’t necessary to use additional bedding when using a sleeping bag.” Parents love the clever covered opening that fits a five-point harness. This means that the bag can be used with a pushchair for on-the-go naps. It may not be cheap, but several BabyCentre parents say it’s worth the investment and made to last. This sleeping bag only comes in one size but it will last you from newborn to two years, and it’s available in four further designs. Should your little one need changing during the night, there’s easy zip access to help you deal with those night-time nappy changes without disturbing baby or anyone else who is trying to get some much-needed rest. One BabyCentre parent said:"I really can't recommend Mori sleeping bags more! I've tried a few and they are fantastic. They go up to 2 years so it saves buying any more every 6 months."

Fabric: Cotton and polyester | Sizes: 0-6 months, 6-18 months, 18-36 months | Tog: 2.5 What we love We've always used JoJo Maman Bebe ones and they're brilliant, wash well, are comfortable and they last." (Recommended by Mumsnetter MummyDummyNow) tog - This tog is for hot weather when your baby needs just the thinnest of cover-ups. Designed to be used in room temperatures of 25 degrees celsius or above. Our Steppeebags have been designed to be snug up top and wriggly down below - slim fitting through the chest to enable full freedom of movement without restriction or excess bulk with a roomy, hip-healthy bottom to allow your baby to adopt a natural “frog-legged” sleeping position, which is important for correct hip development. It’s entirely possible, therefore, that you might buy more than one bag for different weather conditions – or you might decide to buy a lightweight model and put your baby in warmer nightwear underneath during the winter or choose a multi-season sleeping bag, such as the JoJo Maman Bebe Sleep Snuggler or the Superlove Merino.Shoulder poppers are another helpful feature for dressing and undressing. Almost all sleeping bags should have under-arm poppers to ensure a good, secure fit for a smaller baby. Some, such as the SnüzPouch, might have an extra zip at the front for changing a nappy without having to remove the bag. 4. Washing instructions Both organic cotton and bamboo viscose are eco-friendly and hypoallergenic. Best of all, poppers on each side can be opened to convert the Cocoon Swaddle Bag to a sleeping bag. ErgoPouch recommend doing this as soon as your baby can roll, but this is a great bit of flexibility that may come in handy if your baby suddenly decides they prefer their arms unencumbered, and it’s not one we saw in any other product. The Jojo Maman ones which are like little padded suits are fantastic if you have a wriggler or baby who likes to walk in their sleeping bag. Really handy for the car as well. Bonus points for how comical the baby looks when they're walking around like a tiny Michelin man." (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user TerribleCustomerCervix) Our verdict