There's nothing more important for your baby’s development, health and mood than long, deep and safe naps. But how can you achieve this? And what exactly are ‘safe naps’?
The right position
It is recommended to have your little one sleep on their back from birth to ensure they sleep safely and to get them used to this.
If you notice your baby has managed to turn onto his stomach in their sleep, it's best to turn them around again, or use a sleeping bag. With a sleeping bag, even our tiniest squirmers will have a hard time rolling over while sleeping.
We'll tell you more about sleeping bags in a minute!
A safe mattress
If you want extra peace of mind, let your little one sleep on a breathable mattress and a mattress protector by Aerosleep. These will ensure that your baby always has enough oxygen, even if they turn onto their belly.
What’s more, a good protector also helps your baby to stay cool in warm weather and nice and snug when it’s cold. It also wicks moisture away perfectly. That way, your baby won't wake up due to cold or clammy sleepwear as often.
The perfect little bed
The bed and its position are extremely important for good, safe sleep. It goes without saying that it's best for your baby to sleep in a smoke-free, well-ventilated room with blackout blinds or curtains.
When choosing a bed for your baby, the main thing to take into account is that the sides are breathable and the spaces between the upright slats are not too wide or too narrow. Between 4.5 and 6.5 cm is perfect.
Ensure the mattress is a perfect fit - a snug fit at the edges - and don’t overfill the bed with cuddly toys and pillows. In the worst-case scenario, these could obstruct your baby’s breathing.
Proper sleep. Proper & safe development.
Even after their birth, your baby will develop a lot, and sleep is a crucial part of this process. That's why proper sleep is so important. If you know what developmental stage your little one is in, it'll be easier to understand what they need to sleep well. We know that sounds abstract, but we promise it will all be clear soon.
Babies aged 0 to 3 months need a sense of security. They suddenly went from mum's cosy, warm belly to a big, busy world. Swaddling calms them down and reminds them of mum's belly. A swaddled baby will calm down more quickly and enjoy longer and deeper sleep. A baby experiences so many stimuli every day. Deep sleep helps them process these stimuli and contributes to the development of their brain.
The Piep swaddle bag is the safest swaddling method out there thanks to its well-ventilated shape (and it's patented, too). The well-ventilated shape offers excellent temperature regulation and allows the hips to develop without any limitations.
Babies aged 3 to 6 months start discovering their hands and begin to roll over. At this age, your little ones can get restless if they can't find their hands, or they need to push themselves up when they roll over. This is the right moment to start transitioning from swaddling to sleeping free. The will help you make a smooth transition thanks to its little arm zippers. The zippers allow you to teach your little one to sleep free in stages (arm by arm) and to let them get used to this during daytime naps. That way, you won't have to interrupt their lovely night's sleep.
Not every baby likes to be swaddled, though. Maybe your little miracle is all ready to conquer the world, and wants their little arms free to do so! In that case, it's best to go for a snug sleeping bag. The is a soft, adjustable sleeping bag in which babies aged 0 to 6 months can sleep safely from birth, with an optimal sense of security. Available in or , with anti-scratch mittens. The well-ventilated, cotton version even features removable sleeves for summery temperatures.
Children under 3 years of age aren't able to regulate their own temperature yet. A sleeping bag adjusted to the room temperature is very important if you want them to sleep well and safely. If they're too hot or cold, your little one will wake up. With , you'll always have the right sleeping bag at your disposal. For two whole years. Endlessly adjustable. Any season. Any temperature.
The right sleeping bag helps your little one sleep better and aids their development.
Sleep tight!
