The best duvets for toddlers

When your baby is not so little anymore and have maybe outgrown their safe and comfortable bedding sets that are suitable for babies, it might be time to start looking for the best toddler duvet set.

There are so many things to think about when choosing the right toddler duvet too. From knowing which tog to buy in winter or summer, the size of the duvet that you will need, to the type of bedding set cover your toddler might want. It can be hard to know exactly which type to choose for your tot.

But not only do you have to think about what will be the right duvet for your toddler, you also have to think about the best pillow for your toddler, too, to match their new, big-kid bedding set.

The best duvets for toddlers shortlist 2023

• Best toddler duvet overall: Silentnight Safe Nights Anti-Allergy Cot Bed Nursery Duvet

• Best luxury toddler duvet: The White Company Hypo-Allergenic Soft and Breathable Duvet

• Best easy-to-wash toddler duvet: John Lewis ANYDAY Toddler Duvet and Pillow

With many different duvets on the market, we've rounded up the best to use for your toddler, including ones that are easy to wash and dry, that are hypoallergenic and ones that can be used through all seasons.

The best toddler duvets 2023

Toddler Duvet: All you need to know

Things to consider before buying the best duvets for toddlers

There are a couple of important safety aspects that shouldn't be ignored when it comes to choosing a duvet.

• Infants under 12 months of age shouldn't use a duvet, cot quilt, or pillow as this could result in suffocation.

• It's important to make sure you're choosing the right size duvet – if your baby is still in their cot, you'll want to make sure they have a cot bed duvet rather than a single-sized duvet, as this could cause them to overheat.

Choose a lightweight option

Anyone who co-sleeps with their toddler knows just how much they like to wriggle and starfish in bed. They can often get quite hot and sweaty at night, too. This is because toddlers can't regulate their body temperature as well as we can. That's why for their first-ever duvet, you'll want to choose a lighter-weight option when looking for a duvet and toddler bedding sets.

It's also worth noting that if you live in a newer build house or your home always feels quite toasty, you might be just fine with a 4.5 tog year-round plus an extra blanket for those colder nights. You'll also want to make sure you're dressing your little one for the temperature at night too!

Make sure it's washable

We've lost count of the number of times we've had to wash our tot's duvet in the middle of the night because they had an accident or have been sick in their bed. That's why it's very important to get a duvet that washes well and dries quickly either in the tumble drier or outside on the line.

Look out for natural materials

When it comes to night-time, it's best to go for a duvet in a natural material like cotton. The fillings are usually made from synthetic fibres or natural ones such as feather and down. You should look for an anti-allergy duvet if your child suffers from asthma or gets sniffly at night.

At what age can toddlers use a duvet?

The NHS recommends that infants under 12 months should not have a pillow or duvet. However, when your tot reaches 12 months, make sure you use the right size duvet for toddler beds. This is to avoid the risk of overheating.

If you're transitioning your toddler to their own bigger bed, ensure you are still using the right size duvet.

What tog should a toddler duvet be?

Duvet Advisor recommends that it's best to go for a 4.5 tog duvet for the summer. However, in the winter, a 7/ 7.5 tog duvet in the winter to helps keep your toddler comfortable.

What size is a toddler duvet?

The most common and universal size for a toddler duvet is 120 x 150cm.

Lorna White has been a Digital Writer for Mother&Baby since 2020. She has a keen interest in a range of topics, from potty training and nutrition to baby names and maternity fashion.