Toddler Blanket Sleepers Serve a Dual Purpose

Babies grow faster than we normally think they do. In no time, the young infant that you got so used to cuddling has grown up and started crawling. Another couple of months and the baby will be taking his first steps - a moment that parents cherish.
If you had initially bought a baby blanket, you will soon realize how fast the baby grows out of it. So it is time to now invest in a toddler blanket. Even though you cannot always purchase a bigger size for all items, there are some that can be bought keeping in mind the fast pace at which babies develop and grow.
A toddler blanket sleeper is one option that you may want to consider. Toddler blanket sleepers can be worn over a light dress. This can protect your child from cold even while he is moving around. There are choices of pajamas or a full dress with feet. A hooded toddler blanket sleeper has the added advantage of covering the head also. For a look at the possible styles, you can log on to the internet and locate a website for crib comforters and quilts where you will find plenty of blanket sleepers of different designs and fabrics.
When choosing one, take notice of some of the attributes that are necessary for the safety, health and convenience of your toddler:

• The blanket fabric should be soft and breathable.
• The zip closure should be from one of the ankles up to the neck.
• The zip tab should be hidden so that the child cannot open it himself.
• The soles of the sleeper should be skid resistant.
• Choose a size that is not very loose but comfortable, preferably one that will last at least two winters.

You will find sleepers made from different threads - polyester, cotton, wool and blends of any two of the three. Polyester blankets do not ‘breathe.’ Although they give the required warmth, they block out air. Moreover, synthetic and inorganic fabric can cause harm as most of them are allergenic and emit harmful gases.
Cotton and wool blanket sleepers that have been made from organically produced threads are better than synthetics. Cotton blankets made from superfine cotton that is soft will suffice for moderate climates. Wool blanket sleepers are longer lasting than cotton, especially those made from first grade higher count yarn. These can serve as a blanket for much longer and would also be useful for a second baby.
Even though they are meant for a comfortable sleep, blanket sleepers, like a down crib comforter, serve a dual purpose. They are equally useful during daytime as they are for putting your toddler to sleep in the crib.