Baby Sleeping Bag Safety Alert

The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued a safety warning about some baby sleeping bags. Product Safety Alert: Baby Sleeping Bags (PSA9) - GOV.UK

Baby sleeping bags should have armholes and no hood. Products without armholes or with a hood can be dangerous because they increase the risk of suffocation and overheating, which can cause serious harm or even death. If a sleeping bag does not fit properly, a baby may slip down inside it and the fabric could cover their nose and mouth.

When buying a baby sleeping bag:

• Check that it has armholes and no hood.
• Look for the British Safety Standard BS EN 16781:2018, especially when buying online.
• Make sure the sleeping bag fits snugly around your baby's neck and shoulders so they cannot wriggle down inside it.
• Follow the manufacturer's tog guide to choose the right sleeping bag for the room temperature.

Since 2023, nearly 50 unsafe baby sleeping bags have been recalled or reported.

For more information on safe sleep and how to dress your baby for sleep, visit How to dress your baby for sleep | The Lullaby Trust