An infant sleep sack, is essentially a wearable blanket for your child. It’s a very simple way to give your infant a similar feel to being swaddled, regulate their body temperature, and get them started along the path to a healthy bedtime routine. Sleep sacks are also a great way to protect your infant. As you know, doctors recommend that you put nothing into the crib with your infant other than a fitted bed sheet. Sleep sacks provide a great way to keep your child warm and safe, without having to use a blanket or comforter to do so. And with easy access for diaper changing, the sleep sack makes sure that baby is warm all night long – even during those middle-of-the-night feedings and diaper changes.
Sleep sacks come in all different sizes, shapes and colors; you can have a look around to decide which is the best suited for your baby.
The Halo infant sleep sack, runs in the $30 price range. It was designed by a father who lost a child to SIDS. When you purchase a Halo product, a portion of the proceeds is donated by the company to SIDS research.
Baby Dee Dee infant sleep sack, was designed by a mother who wasn’t satisfied with the products on the market. Falling in the $40 price range, moms will love the glow in the dark material which makes baby easy to find.
The Merino Kids infant sleep sack tops out the market at $100 dollars plus. Satisfied customers feel that the extra money is worth it because of the sewing craftsmanship and the durability of the product.
Most all sleep sacks are made with a soft organic cotton which are great for baby’s skin. It is recommended that you own at least two so one can always be in the wash to clean. An infant sleep sack can not be washed in regular laundry soap. Rocking Green is an organic/enzyme free detergent among others, that can be purchased at your local baby store.
Sizes can vary from swaddlers, 0 to 3 months, 0 to 6 months, 1 year and the most popular 2 year model. Some children like the sleep sack so much that one company, Sleep Huggers from Canada offers the extra large version for up to 6 years old.
According to parents, with proper care, the sleep sacks can be used over and over again with multiple children. Heavier winter models are available for those with cold weather or drafty older homes. Sleep sacks are available in such a wide range from plain to designer. You just have to decide which fits your personal budget. All in all, the infant sleep sack , promotes the safety of the child and results in a good night’s rest for you both.