Toddler Pajamas
If you can make bedtime fun and comfortable for your kids, then you have succeeded in making your own life a little bit easier. One way you can assure a good nighttime routine is with pajamas that your kids will love. Most children spend as much as 10 to 12 hours a night asleep during their preschool years and not to mention all the play time they put into them, these clothes need to be really durable. Also, don’t forget how fast your kids tend to grow! You will want something they have room to grow into but if they are too large, they can be dangerous to sleep in.
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| #1 |  Simple Joys by Carter’s Girls’
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| #2 |  Vaenait Cotton Sleepwear
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| #3 |  Children’s Place One Piece PJ’s
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| #4 |  Burt’s Bees Pajamas
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| #5 |  Amazon Essentials Cotton Pajama Set
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| #6 |  IFFEI Matching Family Pajamas Set
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Table Of Contents
- Things To Consider When Selecting Pajamas
- — Personality
- — Seasonality
- — Material
- — Zippers & Feet
- Best Toddler Pajamas
- 1. Simple Joys by Carter’s Girls’
- 2. Vaenait Cotton Sleepwear
- 3. Children’s Place One Piece PJ’s
- 4. Burt’s Bees Pajamas
- 5. Amazon Essentials Cotton Pajama Set
- 6. IFFEI Matching Family Pajamas Set
- Last Words
Things To Consider When Selecting Pajamas
There are definitely a few things you will want to consider when looking for the right PJs for your little toddler:
— Personality
Let’s admit it. Your toddlers are already little people and their personalities are pushing through. It is no longer just about what mommy wants because now your little one may suddenly be in love with the color purple, or the Princess Jasmine, or dinosaurs, or even bugs!
— Seasonality
Where do you live? Are there four full seasons? Do you need something warm in the winter? Do you struggle through hot summers? Make sure you have the right pajamas for the right weather for your kids.
— Material
- Organic Cotton: It is hard to beat organic cotton as a fabric for your little ones. Organic cotton is grown naturally without any toxic chemicals or pesticides. Certainly you don’t want your kids sleeping with pesticides! Organic cotton also creates a more durable weave and that means a pajama that will last longer no matter what your kids put them through. Organic cotton is great for sensitive skin, which all toddlers have, and is why it is a top choice for toddler sleepwear.
- Fleece: A light fleece fabric is great for kid’s winter pajamas. It is a great alternative to a warm but itchy wool. It is moisture-wicking so keeps your kids skin dry and their bodies warm throughout the night. Also it is easy to maintain because unlike wool, you can just toss it into the washing machine and dryer.
- Microfiber: There are a lot of new microfiber materials on the market. Many of them are extremely cuddly, durable and low maintenance. Read the product reviews before you commit to a fabric that you are not familiar with especially if your kids have sensitive skin.
- Bamboo: This is a great choice for eco-conscious parents as it is a sustainable fabric. The cellulose from bamboo plants creates a very soft and durable material. It is great for sensitive skin and it is thermal regulating so it adjusts to your toddler’s body temperature.
— Zippers & Feet
Footie pajamas are a classic but toddlers that are starting to walk will probably do better with socks that can be removed so they get better traction on the floor. If you toddlers are still having issues wetting their beds at night, you will want something you can change them in and out of easily with a single zip. As they get a little older and begin dressing themselves completely, consider getting two piece pajama sets and let them pick and choose as it will not only help them develop their motor skills it will help encourage them to create a style of their own.
Best Toddler Pajamas
1. Simple Joys by Carter’s Girls’
SPECS:
- Dimensions: Six separate pieces come in sizes 2T-5T
- Weight: 9.9 ounces
Best Coordinates
If your toddler has started showing interest in picking out their clothes then the six piece coordinated set by Carters is a great choice for your family. The set allows you to pick from seven main themes and then delivers to you two long pants and a pair of shorts, along with two short sleeved shirts and one long sleeved shirt. All of the pieces can be mixed and matched. These are all 100% cotton and are machine washable. Plus they come from Carters which is a company you can trust to dress your kids. Carters has a similar package where the seven choices are more geared towards boys so take a look and see what suits your child best.
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Who should buy these toddler pajamas?
If your kids are showing interest in choosing their own outfits then fill their drawers with Carter’s coordinates so you know whatever they choose they will come out looking great!
2. Vaenait Cotton Sleepwear
SPECS:
- Product Size: 2T- 5T
- Weight: 4.3 ounces
Best Two-Piece Winter Wear
Vaenait’s 100% cotton sleepwear comes in a variety of choices. However, we really love the unisex cloud printed two piece long sleeved and full pant leggings for winter. They make them in 16 different colors to pick from! They fit snuggly and will keep your child warm and because they are two-piece they are great for toddlers who are in the middle of, or having completed potty training so they can easily pull their pants on and off. These are also great for those toddlers learning to walk because bare feet are better than footie pajamas as it will give your little one more traction and more confidence. My favorite detail and it will probably be your child’s too, their “tagless” tag so you don’t have to worry about itching skin or cutting it out.
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Who should buy these toddler pajamas?
These are great for colder months and for toddlers who are walking and being potty trained.
3. Children’s Place One Piece PJ’s
SPECS:
- Size: 2T-5T
- Weight: 4 ounces
Best Fleece Footie PJs
Fleece is so warm and comfortable especially in the cold winter months. That’s why we love the full one piece with feet because when it is really cold you don’t want your precious children losing a sock while they sleep. The fleece is made of an incredibly soft, non pilling micro-fleece that is easy to care for by just tossing it in your washing machine and dryer. This item has a 92% five star rating from verified customers and every review mentions just how soft this fabric is. We know your kids will love it!
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Who should buy these toddler pajamas?
If you are looking for something for the real cold winter months then you can’t do better than these soft fleece winter jammies with feet.
4. Burt’s Bees Pajamas
SPECS:
- Size: 2T-5T
- Weight: 4.8 ounces
Best Organic Cotton
These super soft unisex pajamas are every eco-familie’s dream as they are made with 100% organic cotton that will just get softer over time. Organic cotton is not just great for the environment that your children will grow up in because they do not contain pesticides and toxins, but they are great for your toddler’s soft, sensitive skin. We love them so much we wonder how many parents actually have all forty-four style options in their kids dresser drawer.
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Who should buy these toddler pajamas?
If you are an environmentally active family then you are going to want to cover your kids in pure 100% organic cotton that is GOTS certified, meaning both your child and your planet is being taken care of.
5. Amazon Essentials Cotton Pajama Set
SPECS:
- Size: 2T, 4T
- Weight: 8.78 ounces
Best Budget Pajamas
Amazon has proven over and over that when it comes to their basic budgets they will provide you with a quality durable product. That remains true with Amazon’s Essential spring short pajama set. There are 10 different dual styles and patterns to choose from. We really love the short sets that are available for your toddler during the spring and summer. Remember each purchase sends you a set of two! Made from 100% cotton these are easily washed in your machine and put back into the action.
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Who should buy these toddler pajamas?
If you shop for quality on a budget, Amazon delivers both – and they deliver!
6. IFFEI Matching Family Pajamas Set
SPECS:
- Sizes: Adults, kids and toddlers
- Weight: 3.9 ounces
Best Family Jammies
IFFEI is a matching family brand of pajamas run by a small family owned company. They are made from a supple and long-lasting cotton that is super soft and uses a bit of spandex to make them stretchy and fit great. They are skin-friendly, breathable, comfortable and soft wearing, easy-to-clean and stain resistant. But more than that, they are an enthusiastic showing of your family team spirit!
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Who should buy these toddler pajamas?
If you are a family with a lot of team spirit, you will love the opportunity to share pajama styles with your entire family.
Last Words
In these last words I have just one to say: soft. Whichever fabric you decide on choosing it needs to be soft. In the end, it doesn’t matter if the graphics glow in the dark, or it’s their favorite color or the skirt twirls like a ballerina, not if they aren’t comfortable and soft. If their PJs itch and scratch they won’t want to wear them and they definitely won’t have a good sleep in them. So even if they came from Grandma who they love very, very, much, itchy uncomfortable pajamas will just go into the back of the drawer.
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