Sleep Suit Bag 3.5 TOG Sweet Orchard

The Sleep Suit Bag is TOG rated, meaning they have an insulation grade making them warm enough to use for sleep without loose bedding, and are designed to replace blankets. It is recommended by safe sleep guidelines to sleep your child with their face and head uncovered, and their cot free from loose bedding, pillows and toys.

If you have an older toddler or preschooler who is blanket training (not before 2Y of age), it is possible to use a light blanket on top of a Sleep Suit Bag whilst they get used to pulling the blanket up. Please do not use a loose blanket in the sleep space with a baby younger than 2 years.

The Sleep Suit Bag can be used from age 3 months, once your little one is rolling and has converted from swaddling to arms-out sleeping. The Sleep Suit Bag comes in four sizes. Follow our Size Guide using your baby's weight and height to find the most appropriate size. The Sleep Suit Bag should be fitted around the neck and arm holes to prevent bunching, and the risk of riding up around baby's nose and mouth.

As a general guide, for an average size baby we recommend:

3–12 months: We recommend Bag mode.
8–24 months: We recommend Suit mode around 12—15 months of age, when your little one starts to walk.
2–4 years: We recommend only using Suit mode to prevent injury in the event of cot climbing or leaving the bed during the night.
4–6 years: We recommend only using Suit mode to prevent injury in the event of cot climbing or leaving the bed during the night.
6–8 years: We recommend only using Suit mode to prevent injury in the event of cot climbing or leaving the bed during the night.

As a baby regulates their body temperature through their arms and head, ergoPouch 2.5 TOG and 3.5 TOG bags are padding-free in the sleeves for safety and comfort. The Sleeves are made from our soft 1.0 TOG Organic Cotton and Bamboo blend, for stretch, warmth and breathability. The lighter fabric provides extra warmth, whilst still allowing baby to release heat from their extremeties if needed.

Included in your Sleep Suit Bag packaging is a thermometer and dressing guide. Place the thermometer in your child's sleep environment to check room temperature. Once room temperature is established, use the table to guide you on the correct TOG and under-Layers combination. The Sleep Suit Bag comes in four different TOGs to ensure your child is comfortable no matter the room temperature. Our organic cotton fibres are excellent at keeping your child warm, whilst being breathable to maintain a comfortable and safe sleeping temperature.

This will vary from a nappy (or underwear if your child is toilet trained), through to a Singlet or Bodysuit, through to our TOG-rated Layers and Pyjamas, depending on the room temperature and their age and developmental stage. Follow our What to Wear dressing guide (included with your pouch) to layer appropriately underneath, according to your room temperature and what TOG Pouch you use. It's a simple-to-follow guide to give you peace of mind in dressing your baby for sleep, no matter the room temperature.

The Sleep Suit Bag is award-winning TOG-rated sleeping bag and suit in one. It's designed for infants and toddlers who move their legs a lot during sleep, and don’t like being confined to a sleeping bag. The multifunctional design and unique 4-way zip system transform the product from a traditional sleeping bag, to a sleep suit with legs. Ideal for toddlers who want more leg freedom during sleep, or for use in a 5-point harness such as a pram or car seat*.
*Important safety note - do not use a 2.5 TOG or 3.5 TOG product in a car seat as this may cause overheating.

There are grip pads on the bottom of the Sleep Suit Bag to assist in walking safely if necessary for overnight bathroom trips, or sleepwalking. We do not recommend the Sleep Suit Bag is used outside of sleep as apparel, for safety. As the Sleep Suit Bag acts as a sleep cue, we strongly suggest dressing your child in it just before bedtime/lights out to give them the signal that it is time for bed.

If your child is prone to pulling one leg out one side, you may want to try our Sleep Onesie product. This has a slimmer-fit leg and body, and cuffs around the ankles.

Your child can stop using their Sleep Suit Bag when they're ready to transition to a big bed with blankets (not before 2 years of age). Follow our Cot-to-Bed Transition Guide if you need help with this. Once your child has the hang of blankets, they can stop using their pouch. Our customers tell us this usually happens anytime between 2.5—4 years of age. If your child loves their Sleep Suit Bag and wants to continue to use it as they grow older, it is absolutely safe to! Our Sleep Suit Bag goes up to size 8 years.

Those independent, fierce toddlers do not just discover their legs and walking once they reach toddler-hood, but their fine motor skill development often results in the discovery of zips and buttons on their Sleeping Bag. It is not uncommon for a toddler to remove their Sleeping Bag once you put them down for sleep. Parent’s have reported success with differing techniques, give one of these a go!

1. Use the product in ‘legs’ mode

If you have the product still in the ‘bag’ mode, it may be that your wriggly toddler just needs their leg freedom to be comfy in sleep. Go ahead and try out the ‘legs’ mode to see if it makes a difference.

2. Change the TOG

In some cases, your toddler may feel too hot and be removing it for comfort. If this is the case, check the room temperature and what TOG you are using. Go to a lighter TOG if needed.

3. Ensure the Zip Cover is done up

The Zip Cover is a little fabric flap with a press-stud dome, that goes over the zip guard to prevent curious fingers from accessing and undoing the zip. Ensure this is done up when you put them down for their sleep.

4. Wearing backwards or inside out

If your wiley toddler has figured out the zip cover and nothing can stop them unzipping and remove their Sleep Suit Bag, try putting the product on them backwards, or inside out.

5. Try a different colour or print

We often get told by parents that their child prefers a particular colour or print in our range. Our Sleep Suit Bags come in 5 prints for the Spring Summer season. Wearing their favourite colour may help your head-strong toddler or preschooler settle in for sleep more easily.