Newborn Sleep

Newborn sleep is unpredictable, but the gear around it does not have to be. We test swaddles and sleep sacks through real nights and translate the TOG and safety jargon into plain language.

Topics

Swaddles

A snug wrap helps a newborn sleep longer. How to do it, and which blankets hold up.

Sleep Sacks

When swaddling ends, sleep sacks take over. TOG, sizing, and the sacks worth buying.

Latest guides

Best Sleep Sack for Newborns, Tested Through Real NightsWe tested the best sleep sacks for newborns through real nights: fit, TOG options, fabric, and zippers. Which one to buy when swaddling ends.
Best Muslin Swaddle Blankets, Tested Through Real NightsWe tested the best muslin swaddle blankets through real newborn nights: which stay soft, breathe well, and are sized right. One clear winner.
What TOG Sleep Sack for My Baby? A Room-Temp GuideWhat TOG sleep sack your baby needs, by room temperature: a plain TOG chart, how to dress underneath, and how to tell if your baby is too warm.
How to Swaddle a Newborn: A Simple Step-by-Step GuideLearn how to swaddle a newborn safely with a clear step-by-step guide: the hip-healthy technique, the right fabric, and when a swaddle helps sleep.