Three things you need to know about winter sleepwear for babies...
- tanyka49
- 6 days ago
- 2 min read
Winter nights have a way of making every parent second-guess themselves. Is baby warm enough? Too warm? Should another layer go on, or come off?
Winter sleepwear doesn’t need to be complicated. Once a few basics are understood, it becomes much easier to stop hovering over the cot at 2am. Here are three things worth knowing before layering up for winter nights:
1. Go by room temperature, not the season
When it comes to baby sleep, what matters most is the temperature of the room, not the time of year. Many UK homes still sit within the commonly referenced 16–20°C range in winter, especially with heating on overnight. A simple room thermometer can really help here, so you’re dressing baby based on actual conditions rather than how cold it feels outside.
💡 Cubbi tip: If you’re checking baby, their chest or back is a better indicator of warmth than hands or feet, which are often cool anyway.
2. Use TOG ratings to keep things simple
TOG ratings can feel confusing at first, but they’re designed to help parents match sleepwear to room temperature. Higher TOG means warmer, lower TOG means lighter. The ergoPouch What to Wear Guide links TOG ratings directly to room temperatures, showing which combinations of layers are commonly used at different temperatures. It’s a helpful reference point rather than a one-size-fits-all rule.
💡 Cubbi tip: Cubbi members get 20% OFF ergoPouch, which makes it easier to buy the right TOG option from the start rather than overbuying just in case.
3. Swaddles and sleep bags over blankets and loose layers
Safer sleep guidance advises keeping baby’s sleep space clear, with no loose blankets or layers that could move during the night. That’s why many parents choose swaddles or sleep bags. Its also much easier to do a quick zip up for those midnight nappy changes.
💡 Cubbi tip: ergoPouch’s zip-up swaddles are a firm favourite for quick changes, and for babies who like to sleep arms up, the Butterfly Cardi is a lovely option that keeps them cosy while still letting them settle in the way they prefer.
It’s always worth checking out The Lullaby Trust, for trusted safer sleep guidance. And don't forget to check Cubbi for discounts on all your favourite baby brands, including 20% OFF ergoPouch.
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