What TOG is Halo fleece SleepSack?
Made from super-soft micro-fleece polyester fabric with a TOG rating of 1.0, this Sleepsack offers just the right comfort for moderate seasons or climates, and can be layered with warmer sleepwear for cooler temperatures.
Can you swaddle with a fleece blanket?
A swaddle type blanket which contains the arms is helpful for a baby who is not able to roll over. The swaddle blankets are available in different types of fabric. Fleece or a warmer fabric is best during the cold months. You can add layers under the swaddle or sleep sack according to the temperature.
Are Halo SleepSack Swaddles safe?
Safe and secure swaddling, made easy In addition to helping your baby sleep safer, the HALO SleepSack Swaddle helps baby sleep better, too. Its adjustable swaddle wrap immobilizes baby’s arms to prevent the ‘Moro’ or startle reflex.
Is Halo SleepSack safe for newborns?
Halo SleepSack Swaddle Review: Safe and Easy to Use Swaddle for Babies.
What do you wear under a fleece Halo sleep sack?
The HALO SleepSack wearable blanket is suitable for a wide range of temperatures by adjusting the clothing worn underneath it. Babies can wear anything from just a diaper to a long sleeve bodysuit or a cotton coverall.
How long can you use a Halo sleep sack?
While it varies for every baby, generally a baby should not be swaddled past 4 months. Make sure the swaddle is securely wrapped. To reduce the risk of the fabric accidentally covering baby’s mouth or nose, the swaddle wrap must be snug, appropriately sized, positioned around baby’s torso and securely fastened.
Is fleece swaddle too hot?
Experts, like midwife Angela Adam, warn parents that because of the synthetic materials used to make fleece, babies can easily overheat. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) states that overheating is linked to a potential cause for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
Is fleece safe for newborns?
Fleece bedding and sheepskins are not recommended as they can cause baby to overheat. Sleeping bags designed for infant sleep may also be used, which then negates the need for any blanket tucked in.
How long can you use Halo SleepSack swaddle?
Swaddling should be discontinued when your baby shows signs of rolling over or breaking free from the swaddle wrap. When this occurs, transition your baby into a HALO SleepSack® wearable blanket. While it varies for every baby, generally a baby should not be swaddled past 4 months.
How does the Halo sleepsack swaddle help babies sleep?
The HALO SleepSackSwaddle replaces loose blankets in the crib that can cover your baby’s face and interfere with breathing. In addition to helping your baby sleep safer, it helps him sleep better, too. Its adjustable swaddle wrap immobilizes your baby’s arms to prevent the “Moro” or startle reflex.
When to discontinue the Halo micro fleece swaddle?
Size Small is designed to fit babies weighing between 13 and 16 pounds, who are generally 3 to 6 months old and 23 to 26 inches long. Discontinue swaddling when the baby shows signs of rolling over or breaking out of the swaddle wrap. Would you like to tell us about a lower price?
Who is the founder of Halo sleep blankets?
Our founder, Bill Schmid and his wife lost their first born to SIDS. From this tragedy, HALO and its mission were born. Today, HALO SleepSack Wearable Blankets are the #1 trusted choice* of hospitals and are used to help babies sleep safely from the start.
What kind of fabric is sleepsack swaddle made out of?
A portion of each SleepSack Swaddle you purchase will go to support non-profit organizations like First Candle/SIDS Alliance. Made from 100% polyester microfleece fabric, the layers of sleepsack and swaddle provide a TOG rating of 3.0, ideal for chilly seasons and climates and keeping newborns warm and comfortable in any climate.