Babies and toddlers sleep longer than adults. In fact, these little ones spend at least 13 to 18 hours of sleep each day throughout their first three months. Around these times, babies are usually left in a baby sleep sack. But apparently, researches reveal that a good number of parents do not really know whether the sleeping aid they are using for their little ones are safe enough.

Let's face it: Some baby sleep sack contains zips and poppers that come off while others feature necks and arm holes that are simply too large that your baby might even fall or climb out. There are also sleeping bags for babies that contain Velcro in them, technically so they could be strapped to the mattresses. These and many other "usually ignored" features are actually unsafe for babies and may cause more harm than good.

Ensure that you use baby sleep sacks and baby comforters that are guaranteed to help your child sleep even better. In case you are first time parents, see to it that the baby sleeping bag you purchase is not at all made from 100% stretch fabric materials like jersey, interlock, and lycra blends. Stretch fabric materials feel soft on the baby's delicate skin and are less likely to agitate your baby's mood, but these fabrics easily tear down after a slightest tug. Some stretch fabrics are also not manufactured to stand up to a great deal of stress such as several washing. Use some cotton fabrics that can possibly stand up to the stress of frequent washing instead.

The most sought after baby comforters are those that are made from silk fabric. Silk is deemed a good insulator and is noted for its breathability. Cotton comforters are also ideal because these fabrics are cool, crisp to the touch, and feel light and airy. Comforters made from cotton fabrics also excel in practically all warmth levels. Parents can also purchase and use baby sleep sacks and comforters that are manufactured from other natural fibers like lyocell. Lyocell fabrics are typically woven in Austria and are noted for their ability to wick away moisture. It is also cited as more absorbent than cotton so it offers wider comfort range.

Aside from the fabric material used in baby sleeping bag and baby comforters, parents also need to see to it that their purchased products do not contain zippers on the sides and that sleep sack with sleeves are shoulder poppers as they can pop open or be left unclosed that might result in the baby slipping into the sleeping sack. In addition, parents need to remember nit to tuck sleeping sacks under the cot mattress. Studies show that zips on the side are often times overlooked by most mothers and caregivers, leaving the child at risk of falling out of the baby sleeping bag or baby comforter.