Dressing Baby For Bedtime

infants sleep environment sleep products sleep safety Jun 10, 2022
A man dressing baby in sleepwear for bedtime, ensuring comfortable and safe sleep.

I live in Melbourne, so naturally, I never know how to dress my baby because of the whole four seasons in one day thing. We're all about the layers and the spare outfits.
It can be a bit of a head spin to figure out how to dress your baby overnight. So, I've created a dressing guide to help simplify it for you. This is only a guide, and it is for you to tweak. I personally err on the side of coziness. I dress Baby P warm because cozy babies sleep and cold babies wake.


Remember, we always dress our babies for the coldest part of the night, which is generally around 4 am.

Worried about baby's early wake-ups? Read this guide to avoid your baby's early wake-ups.


To make it even easier for you, I've included an infographic that provides a visual guide on how to dress your baby for bedtime. This infographic is an extract from The Sleep Concierge's 5-12 Month Sleep Guide, which offers comprehensive advice on helping your baby sleep better during this crucial stage of development.

By following these guidelines and using the infographic as a quick reference, you'll be able to ensure that your baby is dressed appropriately for a comfortable and safe sleep. If you want to learn more about creating healthy sleep habits for your 5-12 month-old, be sure to check out The Sleep Concierge's 5-12 Month Sleep Guide.

About the author

Ā Iā€™m Sally Woods,Ā  a Registered Paediatric Nurse and a Certified Sleep Consultant with over 10 years of childcare experience. My passion for sleep is supported by evidence around the importance of sleep and wellbeing for babies, children, and families.
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