We also consulted renowned consumer organisations such as Which? to gather information on how to choose the best quality products and also those that would offer the most value for money. Best sleeping bag for older kids: Slumbersac 100% organic cotton baby sleeping bag with feet in Woodland Animals Fabric: Cotton and elastane | Sizes: 6-18 months, 18-36 months | Tog: 0.2, 1 & 2.5 available What we love The fabric of the Grobag is top notch – not only is it soft and snuggly but it washes incredibly well and doesn’t get that lumpy effect that other, slightly cheaper, sleeping bags tend to suffer from. By far the most-recommended baby sleeping bag in the Mumsnet forums, we think it’s the best all-rounder out there. With its unique half-moon zip, changing nappies is a doddle when your baby wears a Snuzpouch. Anything that makes those late-night changes any less disruptive to everybody’s sleep is a winner in our book.

Babies being babies, their sleeping bag will probably need washing regularly. A product that is machine washable is a must, and it’s also helpful if it can be tumble dried and ironed. 5. Travel features Our All-Season sleepbag has been designed for arms out sleeping and should not be used as a swaddle. The poppers on the armholes (0-6m only) allow for fit adjustment for smaller babies to ensure a perfect fit, to keep baby safe and comfortable. Our sleepbags are slim fitting through the chest to enable full freedom of movement without restriction or excess bulk with a roomy, hip-healthy bottom. We liked gro bag too, but only bought them in tkmaxx. They have great resell value." (Loved by Mumsnet user cookielove) Our verdict The Gro Company. I always feel safe in the knowledge I am putting my babies to bed in the correct layering and tog bag. They wash really well and have never shrunk in my tumble dryer, unlike the standard supermarket brand ones you can buy."(Recommended by Mumsnet user chocolaterain)

7. Best sleeping bag for toddlers - Slumbersac Sleeping Bag with Feet

Fluctuations in room temperature often require parents to adjust baby’s warmth levels during the night. However, changing baby’s wearing layers whilst they are sleeping can be disruptive and safer sleep guidelines warn against adding loose blankets on top of a baby sleeping bag as it introduces avoidable risks.

It’s very important that your baby does not overheat at night, so read the manufacturer’s instructions carefully about the tog rating. One BabyCentre parent said:"Bought lb a sleeping bag from them which has footholes, cuffed almost like a long pair of harem pants lol!!! It's so much better for toddlers as they can walk around freely with their sleeping bag still on." Another sleeping bag with legs, many parents swear by the Slumbersac for getting a good night’s sleep. We love the colourful patterns, the breathable organic cotton design, the removable arms and the choice of six different sizes. This sleeping bag is particularly suited to babies and toddlers who are up on their feet already, the foldable cuffs protect little feet from the cold and the anti-slip system helps to prevent accidental slips and tumbles. We took all the baby sleeping bags that came most highly recommended by consumers and parents to draw up a shortlist of 20 products and then narrowed it down to the nine you see here, which we think offer enough choice for every family. Why you should trust us With a variety of styles, functions and price points now available, which sleeping bags fulfil their promise of a peaceful night's sleep? Keep reading to find out which ones impressed us most.It’s entirely possible, therefore, that you might buy more than one bag for different weather conditions – or you might decide to buy a lightweight model and put your baby in warmer nightwear underneath during the winter or choose a multi-season sleeping bag, such as the JoJo Maman Bebe Sleep Snuggler or the Superlove Merino. There are plenty of baby sleeping bags specifically designed for newborns – the ErgoPouch Cocoon Swaddle Bag, for example, which won our Best for Newborns award. At Mumsnet we know how important it is that everyone gets a good night’s sleep. That’s why we spend hours researching and testing the products recommended by the millions of parents who visit our forums - from the best cot bed or mattress protector to the best swaddle blankets, we’ve got you covered for the essentials.

Stretchy, comfortable and surprisingly affordable, this beautiful swaddle converts to an arms-out sleeping bag once a child becomes more mobile, which is perfect for brand-new babies.

5. Best sleeping bag for tall babies - Marks & Spencer Pure Cotton Sleeping Bags

Sleep, temperature, and comfort are closely intertwined, and behaviours geared towards creating a comfortable sleep environment are present in all mammals – from the little mouse curling up in its burrow to the person buying bedding for their home. If we can keep baby at a nice and comfy temperature throughout the night, we can avoid any unnecessary wake ups due to them being too hot or too cold. Providing your child with a comfortable sleep environment is one of the best things you can do, to help your baby sleep better and for longer, night after night.

Experts recommend that you keep your baby’s crib free from blankets, pillows and toys until their first birthday, as a precaution against SIDS. Baby sleeping bags are the ingenious alternative which keep your baby cosy and safe while they sleep. What’s more, the best baby sleeping bags zip or popper closed so that you don’t need to worry about your child wriggling out of their bedding and waking up chilly - especially as many of us are watching the thermostat more carefully this winter. Another vote for Slumbersac. They are great - we have several for our toddler." (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user Elune) Our verdict The results are in, and The Original Grobag is the best baby sleeping bag for 2023. It’s cosy, cleverly designed and washes really well - plus it’s got the Lullaby Trust stamp of approval. The original and still the best, we think the Grobag is the best baby sleeping bag to buy. How we chose our recommendations

6. Best sleeping bag for newborns - Ergopouch Cocoon Swaddle Bag

tog - If you’re buying just one sleeping bag this is your best option. 2.5 tog sleeping bags are designed to be used in a room temperature range of about 15-20 degrees celsius, making them suitable for most of the year. Slim fitting through the chest to enable full freedom of movement without restriction or excess bulk with a roomy, hip-healthy bottom. Made from soft cotton-rich, fluorescent-free fabric, our Steppeebags are snuggly and kind on baby’s skin – perfect for a comfortable night’s sleep. Remember how frustrated babies don’t like being dressed and undressed? That goes for their sleeping bag too. On the whole, side zips are easier than central zips for getting the bag on and off a wriggly baby. tog - This tog is for hot weather when your baby needs just the thinnest of cover-ups. Designed to be used in room temperatures of 25 degrees celsius or above.