Being a first time parent can be overwhelming enough without having to choose a baby sleeping bag. Below are some tips to be on the look out for when you are shopping for your first baby sleeping bag
Children are sensitive to different things. Fabrics can be one of them. It is important to choose a material that your child does not have an allergic reaction to. Natural fabrics like merino wool are known to be safe for all types of skin types. Not only is it safe for all skin types it also absorbs 35% of its weight in moisture. Right behind it is cotton. The only negative thing about merino wool is its price and that is why most people choose the cotton option.
Zippers come in all different shapes and sizes. It is important for you to decide what kind of zipper you want. Do you want one that zips down the front center? Do you want one that zips diagonal so the whole baby sleeping bag opens up? They also make some that zip open on the side. It is always handy to have a zipper that zips from the bottom and the top so it is easy to change your baby's diaper during the night without walking him. Zipper locks are handy to have as well so your baby cannot mess with the zipper during the night.
Size does matter. It is of extreme importance to make sure you baby sleeping bag is sized correctly. This is important because you cannot have your little baby's head slip into the bag during the night. Newborns are not advised to sleep in baby sleeping bags till they are at least 3 months because of the size importance. Manufactures make baby sleep sacks for newborns, so it is up to you if you want to use them or not.
Should I get one with sleeves or without sleeves? This is a very good question and their are good arguments for both sides. Sleeveless is nice because your baby is said to get better air circulation around his little body during the night, thus reducing the chance of overheating and waking up sweaty. On the other hand if it is cold it may be nice to have that extra warmth that the sleeves on the sleep bag provide.
The baby sleeping bag is such an awesome sleeping accessory that it is hard to do it justice. It keeps my baby warm all throughout the night because he can't kick it off like a traditional blanket. Since he isn't waking up cold anymore, I get to sleep all through the night and that is priceless.
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Want to find out more about the baby sleeping bag , then visit Mark Smith's site on how to choose the best cotton sleep bag for your needs.
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