Transition swaddles

Q: What does TOG mean?

TOG is a fabric warmth rating. Each maker publishes its own room-temperature chart; use the chart for the product you have. Safe sleep: see the AAP's guide to safe sleep and NICHD Safe to Sleep. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.

Arms-up or arms-out sacks for babies who are starting to roll or fight the swaddle.

Smiling baby on its back in a bare crib wearing a sage arms-free transition swaddle

24models tracked
$19 to $89price range

Transition swaddles by budget

The 24 transition swaddles with a published list price, split into thirds by price. A to Z within each lane. Price isn't a quality rating.

Budget-friendlyUnder $358

Mid-range$35 to $488

Splurge$48 and up8

All 24 transition swaddles

Must have:

✓ maker says yes ✕ maker says no ? not published Confirmed only Sort

Compare				Room for hips	Converts to arms out	Organic
	embé 2-Stage Swaddle Bundle0.5 TOG, 100% cotton jersey knitLight (1.0 TOG or less)Machine washableRoom for hipsConverts to arms out	$89.98	0.5	✓	✓	?
	embé Transitional Swaddle0.5 TOG, 100% cotton jersey knitLight (1.0 TOG or less)Machine washableRoom for hipsConverts to arms out	$44.99	0.5	✓	✓	?
	Halo Easy Transition SleepSack (1.5 TOG)1.5 TOG, 100% cotton shell, light quilting, polyester fillMachine washableRoom for hips	$39.99	1.5	✓	?	?
	KeaBabies Soothe Zippy Swaddle Wraps (3-Pack)Organic cotton (per the maker)Machine washableRoom for hipsOrganic	$27.96	–	✓	?	✓
	Love to Dream Transition Bag Bamboo1 TOG, 95% viscose from bamboo, 5% elastaneLight (1.0 TOG or less)Machine washableRoom for hipsConverts to arms out	$47.95	1	✓	✓	?
	Love to Dream Transition Bag Cotton Fleece (1.5 TOG)1.5 TOG, Outer 93% cotton, 7% elastane; brushed cotton fleece lining 95% cotton, 5% elastaneMachine washableRoom for hipsConverts to arms out	$47.95	1.5	✓	✓	?
	Love to Dream Transition Bag Hip Harness1/2.5 TOG, 93% cotton, 7% elastaneLight (1.0 TOG or less)Warm (2.0 TOG or more)Machine washableRoom for hipsConverts to arms out	$42.95	1, 2.5	✓	✓	?
	Love to Dream Transition Bag Lite (0.2 TOG)0.2 TOG, 95% cotton, 5% elastaneLight (1.0 TOG or less)Machine washableRoom for hipsConverts to arms out	$37.95	0.2	✓	✓	?
	Love to Dream Transition Bag Original (1.0 TOG)1 TOG, 93% cotton, 7% elastaneLight (1.0 TOG or less)Machine washableRoom for hipsConverts to arms out	$42.95	1	✓	✓	?
	Love to Dream Transition Bag Warm (2.5 TOG)2.5 TOG, Outer and lining 93% cotton, 7% elastane; 100% cotton fill (quilted)Warm (2.0 TOG or more)Machine washableRoom for hipsConverts to arms out	$52.95	2.5	✓	✓	?
	Love to Dream Transition Suit (1.0, 2.5, 3.5 TOG)1/2.5/3.5 TOG, 1.0 TOG: original cotton; 2.5 and 3.5 TOG: quilted cottonLight (1.0 TOG or less)Warm (2.0 TOG or more)Converts to arms out	$47.95	1, 2.5, 3.5	?	✓	?
	SwaddleDesigns Omni Swaddle Sack with Wrap and Arms Up Sleeves100% cotton knitMachine washableConverts to arms out	$27.99	–	?	✓	?
	SwaddleDesigns Organic Transitional Swaddle Sack, Arms Up, Half-Length Sleeves and Mitten Cuffs100% organic cotton (per the maker)Room for hipsOrganic	$24	–	✓	?	✓
	SwaddleDesigns Transitional Swaddle Sack with Arms Up, Half-Length Sleeves and Mitten Cuffs100% cotton knitRoom for hips	$22	–	✓	?	?
	SwaddleMe (Kids2 / Summer Infant) Arms Free Convertible SwaddleConverts to arms out	$19.99	–	?	✓	?
	Taking Cara Babies Jacky Swaddle Transition Jacket93% modal, 7% spandex; polyester panels and filling	$50	–	?	?	?
	The Ollie World Alphie Sleep Pouch	$59	–	?	?	?
	Woombie ConvertibleCotton/spandex blendRoom for hipsConverts to arms out	$29.99	–	✓	✓	?
	Woombie Convertible Summer AirCotton/spandex blend with a mesh lower sectionRoom for hipsConverts to arms out	$29.99	–	✓	✓	?
	Woombie Grow With Me Leggies SwaddleConverts to arms out	$39.99	–	?	✓	?
	Woombie Hybrid 4-in-1 ConvertibleBody 95% cotton, 5% spandex; removable arms 100% polyester; pacifiers siliconeConverts to arms out	$48.99	–	?	✓	?
	Woombie Leggies ConvertibleRoom for hipsConverts to arms out	$34	–	✓	✓	?
	Zipadee-Zip Classic Swaddle Transition0.3 TOG, 96% polyester, 4% spandexLight (1.0 TOG or less)	$34.99	0.3	?	?	?
	Zipadee-Zip EverSoft Bamboo Swaddle Transition0.2 TOG, 93% viscose from bamboo, 7% spandexLight (1.0 TOG or less)	$41.99	0.2	?	?	?

Transition swaddles by the numbers

The 24 we compare, from each maker's published specs. Ranges, not ratings.

TOG0.2 to 2.5; the middle half 0.5 to 1 (12 of 24 publish it)
Price$19.99 to $89.98; the middle half $29.99 to $47.95 (24 of 24 publish it)

When to stop swaddling

13 of 24 carry a maker stop note, shown on each product page.

Products by TOG

12 of 24 list a TOG rating. Lowest list price first in each row.

TOG	Products	Listed
0.2 TOG	2	Love to Dream Transition Bag Lite (0.2 TOG) Zipadee-Zip EverSoft Bamboo Swaddle Transition
0.3 TOG	1	Zipadee-Zip Classic Swaddle Transition
0.5 TOG	2	embé Transitional Swaddle embé 2-Stage Swaddle Bundle
1 TOG	4	Love to Dream Transition Bag Hip Harness Love to Dream Transition Bag Original (1.0 TOG) Love to Dream Transition Bag Bamboo Love to Dream Transition Suit (1.0, 2.5, 3.5 TOG)
1.5 TOG	2	Halo Easy Transition SleepSack (1.5 TOG) Love to Dream Transition Bag Cotton Fleece (1.5 TOG)
2.5 TOG	3	Love to Dream Transition Bag Hip Harness Love to Dream Transition Suit (1.0, 2.5, 3.5 TOG) Love to Dream Transition Bag Warm (2.5 TOG)
3.5 TOG	1	Love to Dream Transition Suit (1.0, 2.5, 3.5 TOG)

Size coverage, by maker weight range

22 of 24 publish weight ranges. Highest top size first.

Product	Sizes	Smallest size from	Largest size up to
The Ollie World Alphie Sleep Pouch	3	12 lb	44 lb
Zipadee-Zip Classic Swaddle Transition	4	8 lb	34 lb
Zipadee-Zip EverSoft Bamboo Swaddle Transition	4	8 lb	34 lb
Love to Dream Transition Bag Lite (0.2 TOG)	6	–	32 lb
Love to Dream Transition Bag Original (1.0 TOG)	6	–	32 lb
Love to Dream Transition Bag Bamboo	6	–	32 lb
Love to Dream Transition Bag Cotton Fleece (1.5 TOG)	6	–	32 lb
Love to Dream Transition Suit (1.0, 2.5, 3.5 TOG)	3	13 lb	32 lb
Love to Dream Transition Bag Warm (2.5 TOG)	6	–	32 lb
Woombie Hybrid 4-in-1 Convertible	3	5 lb	26 lb
Woombie Convertible Summer Air	3	5 lb	25 lb
Halo Easy Transition SleepSack (1.5 TOG)	2	13 lb	25 lb
Woombie Grow With Me Leggies Swaddle	1	5 lb	25 lb
Taking Cara Babies Jacky Swaddle Transition Jacket	1	8 lb	25 lb
SwaddleDesigns Transitional Swaddle Sack with Arms Up, Half-Length Sleeves and Mitten Cuffs	3	6 lb	24 lb
SwaddleDesigns Organic Transitional Swaddle Sack, Arms Up, Half-Length Sleeves and Mitten Cuffs	3	6 lb	24 lb
Love to Dream Transition Bag Hip Harness	2	13 lb	24 lb
KeaBabies Soothe Zippy Swaddle Wraps (3-Pack)	2	7 lb	20 lb
Woombie Convertible	2	5 lb	19 lb
SwaddleDesigns Omni Swaddle Sack with Wrap and Arms Up Sleeves	2	6 lb	18 lb
embé Transitional Swaddle	1	12 lb	18 lb
embé 2-Stage Swaddle Bundle	1	12 lb	18 lb

What to look for in transition swaddles

The range across every swaddle here, with the typical middle half shaded and the shortlist marked.

TOG

TOG rates warmth: lower for warm rooms, higher for cool ones.

0.2middle 12.5

Typical: 0.5 to 1. 12 of 24 list it.

Price

What it lists for at the maker or a major store. Sales move this often.

Arms Free Convertible Swaddle

$19.99middle $41.99$89.98

Typical: $29.99 to $47.95. 24 of 24 list it. Lowest price: Arms Free Convertible Swaddle.

Ask the meadow

Questions about transition swaddles

Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.

What is the most affordable transition swaddle?

The SwaddleMe Arms Free Convertible Swaddle at $19.99 list price, of the 24 we track.

When should I stop swaddling?

AAP: "Stop swaddling as soon as your baby shows any signs of trying to roll over." (AAP) Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.

What does TOG mean?

TOG is a fabric warmth rating. Each maker publishes its own room-temperature chart; use the chart for the product you have. Safe sleep: see the AAP's guide to safe sleep and NICHD Safe to Sleep. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.

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