The right temperature (for your baby and the environment) plays a key role in your child's good sleep, so in this article we review some essential aspects that you should consider. We know that children's sleep can be a challenging world, but with the right information you will see that you will understand it more and more.
The right temperature for children's sleep
To ensure your baby is neither hot nor cold while sleeping:
- The ideal room temperature should be between 18 and 21 °C.
- If your chest and back are cold, you are probably cold; if they are sweaty, you are probably hot.
- To keep him warm at night, a sleeping bag is perfect, since it prevents him from uncovering.
How do I know if my baby is hot or cold?
Babies sleep better in cool environments, neither too cold nor too hot, the ideal temperature is between 18º and 21º C. That is why it is important to check the temperature of the room.
To be sure, the best alternative (and the most accurate and economical) is to use a room thermometer.
Guide to dressing your baby appropriately according to the ambient temperature
What is TOG?
The TOG of a sleeping bag determines its thickness. The higher the TOG measurement, the warmer and thicker the bag.
How to choose the sleeping bag according to the room temperature?
0.5 TOG: made from a single sheet made of cotton, unfilled and suitable for temperatures above 24ºC.
1 TOG: They have very little padding and are suitable for temperatures between 18ºC and 24ºC.
2.5 TOG: l have padding and They are suitable for temperatures between 15ºC and 21ºC.
3.5 TOG: They have more padding than the 2.5 TOG ones and are suitable for temperatures below 18ºC.
