Our thoughts on the baby sleeping bag

When baby is preparing to make their grand entrance into the world, the list of essentials for their arrival is a long one. Plenty of new names crop up in this array of products. Among them: the sleeping bag for the cot. Yet another term that prospective parents discover but that does not necessarily mean much at first. We shed some light on it here.

So what exactly is a sleeping bag?

Simply put, a sleeping bag is a wearable sleep sack. It comes with sleeves or shoulder straps so that your baby can rest comfortably, and above all in complete safety. Indeed, the whole question of blankets and the considerable safety concerns they pose when baby is a newborn leads parents to find other ways to keep them warm. Blankets are best avoided if you do not want to risk baby suffocating. The sleeping bag allows your child to sleep safely from the very first days of their life, protected from draughts and, on the other hand, from overheating.

What is the difference between a gigoteuse and a turbulette?

Well, there is none. In other words, these are simply different names for the same product. Indeed, gigoteuse, turbulette, or douillette — they are all strictly the same thing. No need to get confused! Do note, however, that there is a slight variation when the term "nid d'ange" is used. The nid d'ange does not allow baby to put their arms through; the idea being that they keep their arms close to their body. A hood is also added.

But why should baby wear a sleeping bag?

Of course, whether you are new or expectant parents, you are in charge of your own decisions and should trust your choices. Know that nothing is compulsory, of course, especially as this is YOUR child. You will sense what is best for both of you to flourish together. That said, if you want to avoid using a blanket or a sheet, opt for the sleeping bag. It will undoubtedly become an indispensable accessory in your parent-and-baby life. Particularly for baby's safety, their comfort, and also your own peace of mind. For information: to maintain the most physiological posture, the nid d'ange is the most appropriate option for the first few months of baby's life.

And when should you start using it?

You can introduce your little one to the comfort of a sleeping bag from the very first day. Indeed, you will find them available in sizes from birth to around 36 months. You can therefore confidently tuck your tiny newborn in. As for how long to keep using it, bear in mind that at some point, baby will want to break free! Indeed, around 12 months, baby will start to escape from it. They have worked out how it functions, and it becomes a game. But this is not necessarily the end, as some children love wearing it for a long time, feeling reassured by this reminder of their newborn days.

Finally, which sleeping bag should you choose?

In conclusion, choosing your sleeping bag comes down first and foremost to your baby's age.

And to what is practical both for you and for your child. We remind you to select the right size. Choose it with your baby's age as your primary criterion; otherwise the safety aspect goes out of the window — baby risks slipping down inside it and suffocating. Then, of course, your choice will be guided by the type of fabric according to the season. Whether your child is born in summer or winter, the sleeping bag is an absolute bestseller.

Whether to protect from the cold or to limit baby's wriggling, it is the ideal solution for anyone who wants to sleep soundly. Once you have made up your mind, all that is left is to pick the one you want. And pop it in the basket… Without forgetting, for waking hours: these little toys for motor development!