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How to Dress Your Newborn
for Sleep in Summer

Safe sleep guide based on room temperature

Room Temperature Guide
Below 65°F ❄️ Cool
Footed pajamas + warm sleep sack
2.5 TOG sleep sack
👶 Footie PJs 🛏 2.5 TOG
65–68°F 🌤 Mild
Long-sleeve onesie + sleep sack
1.0–2.5 TOG sleep sack
👕 Long sleeve 🛏 1.0–2.5 TOG
68–72°F ✅ Ideal
Short-sleeve onesie + light sleep sack
1.0 TOG sleep sack
👕 Short sleeve 🛏 1.0 TOG
72–75°F 🌡 Warm
Short-sleeve onesie + thin sleep sack
0.5 TOG sleep sack
👕 Short sleeve 🛏 0.5 TOG
Above 75°F 🔥 Hot
Diaper only + muslin swaddle or 0.5 TOG
Lightest layer possible
🩲 Diaper 🌿 Muslin
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What is TOG?

TOG is a warmth rating for sleep sacks. The higher the number, the warmer it is. In summer, you will mostly use 0.5 or 1.0 TOG. Always choose based on your room temperature, not the season.

Safe Sleep Reminders 🌙

No loose blankets in the crib — always use a sleep sack instead.

Check the chest, not hands or feet, to see if baby is too hot or cold.

Signs of overheating: sweaty neck, flushed skin, or rapid breathing.

Fan tip: point a fan at the wall, not directly at baby, to circulate air safely.

www.strongmomblog.com Based on AAP safe sleep guidelines