11 best Christmas pyjamas for babies and toddlers

Christmas pyjamas for babies

by Adejumoke Ilori |
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The most fairy-tale time of the year is almost here, and investing in cute and snug Christmas pyjamas, for your little one, is where the festive fun begins.

Your baby's first Christmas is always one to remember. Whether it's a big family gathering to welcome your little one this winter, or you're making your own family traditions for the first time, ensure your new arrival is as cosy as they can be (and looking adorable) with our pick of the best Christmas pyjamas for babies.

Buying a new pair each year can become a fun tradition and lots of parents fill their Christmas Eve boxes with a new pair of PJs. Pyjamas are also fun to wear when more time is spent around the house during the colder months of the year.

If you're looking for character themes or prints we've got that covered. Take a look at our top picks of the best Christmas pyjamas for toddlers and babies below.

Best baby Christmas pyjamas for comfort

Best Christmas baby romper

Description

One thing's better than a baby romper, and that's a Christmas baby romper. How cute will your baby look on Christmas morning with this adorable reindeer outfit! Admittedly, the little buttons are slightly annoying when it comes to nappy changes - we'd much rather have poppers - but we'll let it go for one day.

One parent reviewer said, "Excellent for layering on a cold day but also makes a very cute Christmas outfit on its own. It's also extremely soft."

Pros

  • Sizes from 6 - 12 months available.
  • Pattern is knitted into the romper, not printed on, giving that vintage style.

Cons

  • Hand wash only.

Best baby Christmas pyjamas for personalisation

Best personalised Christmas pyjamas

Description

How adorable are these Personalised Red Checkered Pyjama from My 1st Years? As well as being cute, they are soft and comfortable for little ones. It features a romper with five handy buttons, and an adorable collar to add to baby's festive look.

One review said: "My order handled so quickly and efficiently that I was surprised to see it being delivered ahead of the specified delivery date. The quality of the products is always great."

Pros

  • Can be personalised with up to 12 characters.
  • Soft material: 70% Cotton 30% Polyester.

Cons

  • Not many colours to choose from.

Best baby Christmas pyjamas for organic

Description

How cute is this pink jingles pom pom sleepsuit from The White Company? We love them because they have a fun design, long sleeves and an elasticated waistband. All of these features make them great for Christmas sleepovers at the grandparents.

One review said: "Just luxurious and looks lovely on the little person I bought it for."

Pros

  • Cozy footed design
  • Pure organic cotton

Cons

  • Sizes 1 - 2 year olds is out of stock.

Best baby Christmas pyjamas for warmth

Best babies first Christmas pyjamas

Description

A really traditional style with the white colour, your little one will look perfect on Christmas morning in all those photos you'll send to family and friends, and post on Instagram. Baby's first Christmas is a special time and needs a special outfit. It's super soft against baby's skin; plus, it has fold-over scratch cuffs up to size 9-12 months, and sizes 9-12 months and up feature anti-slip dots on the feet.

One parent reviewer said, "Lovely sleepsuit. My little girl was 5 months at Christmas and because of it being velour it made it a little bit of a snug fit especially because the poppers do up over the leg. I brought 3-6 months but wish I got 6-9 just to give her a bit of extra room."

Pros

  • Zip front opening for easy changing.
  • Fold over scratch cuffs up to size 9-12 months.

Cons

  • Machine wash only.

Best baby Christmas pyjamas for design

Best long John Christmas pyjamas

Description

These letter box print pyjamas from Boden are anything but boring. As well as the fun design, children will love the comfortable yet snuggly fit. The brushed inside will keep them cosy while watching their favourite Christmas film.

One parent review said: "My girls love these pjs and so do I. They have a snug fit and are true to size. They might seem small to the eye, but once you wear them you realize they are more than perfect. I love the print and quality. I just wish they make more because other sizes sold out fast."

Pros

  • Snug fit.
  • 100% cotton.

Cons

  • Selling out quite quickly.

Best baby Christmas pyjamas for reindeer and elf fans

Best personalised Christmas baby pyjamas

Description

One way to make your Christmas pyjamas extra special is to get them personalised and we love these Sonality pyjamas which can have your child's name on as well as a beautiful Christmas print. They'll be running around in these all Christmas.

One parent reviewer said, "Beautifully presented on a lovely box. The pyjamas were excellent quality and look fab!"

Pros

  • Gift wrapping is available.
  • Avalible in 6-12 Months, 1-2 Years, 2-3 Years, 3-4 Years, 4-5 Years, 5-6 Years.

Cons

  • Can not be tumbled dryed or ironed directly onto the design.

Best baby Christmas pyjamas for quantity

Best two-pack bodysuit baby Christmas pyjamas

Description

Coming in a two-pack, these beautiful baby bodysuits are Christmas pyjamas perfect for every family. They also come in a green Santa and reindeer pack, so you can take your pick.

One parent reviewer said, "Adore these outfits they are so cosy and snuggly and perfect for keeping my little one warm whilst crawling about on the wood floor. I can see why people were recommending to buy the next size up.....I bought size 12months to fit my (then) 9 month old....love the way these hold my babies feet in place and proved very useful when he started standing as he wasn't sliding about in them.....just beautiful and I will recommend to anyone I know with youngsters."

Pros

  • Fleece material.
  • Come's as a 2-pack.

Cons

  • Sizes available: 6 - 9months old.

Best baby Christmas pyjamas for creativity

Description

These Christmas elf pyjamas are pure classic, and will help keep your child super cosy during bedtime, plus the early hours of christmas morning. With a cute belt, teddy bear, and a candy stick, they'll be able to enjoy their day looking adorable and really snug.

One review said: "Bought for granddaughter. Her mummy says they appear really nice but not wearing until Christmas Eve."

Pros

  • Soft, comfortable jersey.
  • Gold glitter embellishment, with elasticated waist.

Cons

  • Do not dry clean.

Best baby Christmas pyjamas for price

Description

Dress your baby up as a reindeer for Christmas celebrations in this cosy sleepsuit. It features everyone's favourite reindeer, including great stripes and funky designs. Best thing about it? It comes as a 2 pack, so you can dress your little bubba up by having two choices to choose from.

One review said: "Great pj's for the price! Good quality, fit and wash well too.

Pros

  • Merry and bright’ slogan print.
  • Elasticated waist.

Cons

  • Only sizes 0-3 months and 6-9 months are available.

Best baby Christmas pyjamas for Spencer Bear fans

Description

Get your baby prepared for bedtime in this lovable cotton sleepsuit. It has Baby safe toes that are particularly made for cosiness and safety, with its anti-slip feet. Featuring a cute all-over print of Spencer Bear, the mitts are also designed to protect from scratching. 

One reviewer said: "Beautifully made and soo cute! I got them for my granddaughter for Christmas Eve! I think she is quite small so she may have to grow into them! I got her mama a matching pair too."

Pros

  • Product sleepsuit style.
  • Long sleeve.

Cons

  • Sizes 12 months to 3 years old is out of stock, only tiny sizes to 9 - 12 months is available.

Best baby Christmas pyjamas for animal print

Description

Bring on Christmas day, and have your little one stand out in the morning, with this animal and well detailed print sleepsuit. Also made with soft organic cotton and finished with soft ribbed cuff's, to help prevent the PJs from twisting while fast asleep.

One review said: "Fantastic quality and a great fit. I know I can rely on this brand as it always fits my little boy, but has growing room as-well . Although it’s a bit more expensive I appreciate the quality."

Pros

  • Foldable cuffs for valuable growing room.
  • Superior colour retention.

Cons

  • Selling fast.

FAQs

Are pyjamas a good gift?

Pyjamas are an excellent gift for newborns, toddlers and children alike. Some families have adopted Christmas Eve boxes into their festive traditions, and pyjamas are a great gift to include. They also make a fantastic stocking filler or gift from a grandparent, friend or other family member.

When do Christmas pyjamas go on sale?

In the run up to Christmas, there are lots of sales available from retailers like John Lewis, Amazon, Boden and more. We'd recommend utilising shopping events such as Black Friday and the Boxing Day sales to pick up budget Christmas pyjamas.

Adejumoke Ilori is a Commercial and Content Writer for Mother&Baby. She is a mommy of one and enjoys writing about baby world, mothership, true life stories (especially single parenthood), and celebrity gossip. And, with a degree in Creative Writing, she has also worked with media platforms like, OK! Magazine, New, She Rose Revolution and Fab Magazine.

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