Winter Essentials for Baby

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Orders ship in 1–2 business days, and most arrive 2–5 business days after shipping. Unopened items can be returned within 30 days of delivery.

How do I choose a winter sleep sack?

Sleep sacks are wearable blankets. Listings show a TOG rating, such as 1.5 TOG fleece or 2.5 TOG quilted, and a size by age, such as 12 to 18 months. A higher TOG means a warmer sack.

Match the TOG to your room temperature and the maker's chart, and use the size for your baby's age and weight. Ask your doctor or nurse about safe sleep. Browse nursery bedding for sheets and blankets.

Are car seat covers and snowsuits safe in a car seat?

Check your car seat manual before you add any cover. Do not put anything between your baby and the harness, and note that many makers advise against thick layers under the straps. Peek-a-boo covers and canopies that fit over the seat are listed here.

For more tips, see how to change a diaper in the car, including in winter.

How do I keep the diaper area comfortable in winter?

Cold, dry air can be hard on baby skin, and pre-moistened wipes can freeze if left in a cold car. Keep a pack inside your coat or bag, and thaw it before use. Pat the skin dry at each change and keep spare clothes handy.

Our guides on winter diaper-area skin care, wipes in the cold and a winter diaper bag checklist cover the practical side.

Questions shoppers ask

What does TOG mean on a sleep sack?

TOG is a rating of how warm sleepwear or a blanket is. A higher number means a warmer sack. Match it to your room temperature and the maker's chart.

Can my baby wear a snowsuit in a car seat?

Many car seat makers advise against thick layers under the harness because the straps can end up loose. Check your car seat manual, and put a blanket over the buckled harness instead.

What size sleep sack should I buy?

Use the maker's size chart for age, weight and neck fit. Listings show ranges such as 12 to 18 months and 18 to 24 months. Do not buy a size that is far too large.

Do baby wipes freeze in winter?

Yes. Pre-moistened wipes hold water, so a pack left in a cold car can freeze into a block. Bring packs indoors, thaw them slowly and check them before use.