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 duvets for toddlers.
There are so many things to think about when choosing the right duvets for toddlers 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.
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 at a glance
• Best toddler duvet overall: Silentnight Safe Nights Anti-Allergy Cot Bed Nursery Duvet - Buy now from Tesco
• Best luxury toddler duvet: The White Company Hypo-Allergenic Soft and Breathable Duvet - Buy now from the white company
• Best easy-to-wash toddler duvet: John Lewis ANYDAY Toddler Duvet and Pillow - Buy now from John Lewis
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. Keep reading to see our selection of the best duvets for toddlers, each selected best of their price, design, and features.
The best toddler duvets 2023
Best toddler duvet overall
www.tesco.com
Description
Award: Won bronze in our 2018 Mother&Baby awards
With the British Allergy Foundation Seal of Approval, it's a great duvet for toddlers that suffer from allergies or asthma. It's also very lightweight, making it easy to wash and for your tot to pull on them and push away from during the night. This Silentnight Safe Nights Anti-Allergy duvet also won a bronze award in ours.
Mum Jessica says: "I would definitely recommend this duvet. I like the fact that it is anti-allergy, as my husband has asthma and I suffer from allergies, so we try to use anti-allergy products as much as possible. It is great to store as it folds up and goes back in its packaging really easily, keeping it free from dust and cutting down on storage room, which with all the different bedding you end up with, is definitely an advantage! It is lovely and soft, and doesn't overheat my little boy too much."
Read the full Silentnight Safe Nights Anti-Allergy Cot Bed Duvet review.
Pros
- Machine washable
- Affordable
Cons
- Some would prefer a thicker tog
Best anti-allergy toddler duvet
www.very.co.uk
Description
The Safe Nights Cot Bed Duvet by Silentnight is soft and breathable, designed specifically with your little one's comfort in mind. Filled with anti-allergy fibres, the duvet protects your little one from bacteria that may ordinarily live in their duvet. From the award-winning Silentnight Safe Night's collection, you can sleep soundly in the knowledge your little one is receiving the care and comfort they need through the night.
One review said: "Bought as a bundle with the pillow. Excellent quality. Good thickness for toddlers that can't regulate body temp. Great as a first duvet."
Pros
- Anti-allergy treated
- Suitable from 12 months+
Cons
- Have to shop around for other tog sizes
Best luxury toddler duvet
www.thewhitecompany.com
Description
This super lightweight duvet is still nice and warm, making it a great duvet for your tot to use throughout the year. Filled with micro-fibre filling, it's comfortable and lump-free with a 200 thread-count cotton jacquard for breathability. It feels wonderfully soft and comfy and comes with a five-year guarantee, so it's bound to last until your little one outgrows it.
One review said: "Very glad I decided to splash out on this duvet, seems lovely. Just like it says, wonderfully light and beautiful quality."
Pros
- Has a luxury softness
- Hypoallergenic
Cons
- Might be too lightweight for some
Best easy-to-wash toddler duvet
www.johnlewis.com
Description
ANYDAY by John Lewis is a perfect basic but high-quality brand. This is the ideal first duvet for your little one's cot bed and comes with a pillow. This set is specially designed to be quick-drying, making it easy to wash and dry and get straight back on their bed. Coming in two sizes, cot bed and cot, this is sure to fit into any toddler's bed.
One review said: "As described, it's lightweight and easy to wash (important for toddler bedding) and great value for money.
Pros
- Easy to wash
- Available in two sizes
Cons
- Pillows are not comfy for some
Best lightweight toddler duvet
www.dunelm.com
Description
This Fogarty Little Sleepers duvet is ideal if your home is well-insulated and your little one tends to get quite hot in the night. The breathable cotton outer and a pure wool filling will naturally regulate their temperature, keeping them cosy throughout the cooler nights and comfortable on those hot and stuffy ones.
One review said: "I love that it's a natural material & is cool in the summer & cosy in the winter & it's washable. Bought the duvet & pillow for my 20-month-old granddaughter's cot bed. She's not had a duvet or a pillow before (had a sleeping bag) & she's sleeping so well now, probably because she's so comfortable temperature-wise. There were no issues at all even on her first night. Highly recommended."
Pros
- Temperature regulated
- 100% natural wool finish with cotton cover
Cons
- Not suitable for dry cleaning
Best toddler duvet with soft touch fibre
Description
The EDS Anti-Allergy Duvet set is made from lightweight and breathable fabric, soft to the touch with hollowfibre filling. While it allows your little one to move around in bed, it's thick enough to provide warmth and keep baby cosy all night long.
One review said: "Was so glad I purchased this duvet. I read the other reviews and they were spot on. It's a really good quality duvet, I bought the 4.5tog as I read its good to get a low tog and just add extra blankets if needed and to be fair my daughter's room gets quite warm so this is just right for now. The pillow is a tad flat for her personally so I've just put it together with another flattish pillow and it's just right for her. I would definitely recommend this duvet."
Pros
- Different choices of tog thickness
- Comes with pillow
Cons
- Pillow too flat for some
Best cosy toddler duvet
Description
Keep your baby extra warm and cosy with this thicker duvet. Ideal for cold winter months, this Cosy Cubs duvet is made up of anti-allergenic hollow fibre, making it a great choice if your tot struggles with allergies.
One review said: "This duvet is really thick yet not heavy which is great for my 2.5-year-old. The thickness of the duvet means it's a bit stiff, so it doesn't mould very easily but I am very happy with this product. My little one has been sleeping very well since I got this for him.
Pros
- Polycotton casing
- Warm and cosy
Cons
- May be too thick for warmer months
Best natural toddler duvet
Description
This Panda Kids duvet is made from bamboo, so is naturally antibacterial and resists mould, fungi, mildew and dust mites. It's suitable for all seasons as the bamboo microfibre helps keep your tot warm in the winter and cooler in the summer.
Mum Lauren says: "I absolutely love this duvet! As it is made from bamboo fibres, this makes it naturally hypoallergenic as well as breathable! My little girl has slept so much better since I gave her the duvet to sleep with and I have felt reassured every night knowing it is breathable, so I know my little one isn't going to get overheated throughout the night. Highly recommended!
Pros
- Temperature control
- Incredibly soft, bamboo cover
Cons
- More expensive than others
Best toddler duvet for the colder months
Description
Ideal if your home is older and on the chillier side, this junior cot or bed-sized duvet from Littens is on the thicker and heavier side, making it a great winter duvet choice for your tot.
One review said: "Very well made duvet for my 2 years old daughter! We try to maintain 19-21 celsius degrees in her room and this provides just enough heat for her to be comfy. It's a bit on the heavy side but that's even better. Harder to kick it off of herself. The filling is quite even and hasn't moved around much. All in all, it's recommended!"
Pros
- Soft and cosy
- Anti dust mite and non-allergenic
Cons
- May be heavier than others
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 is the Senior Digital Writer for Mother&Baby. After running the Yours magazine website, specialising in content about caring for kids and grandchildren, Lorna brought her expertise to Mother&Baby in 2020. She has a keen interest in a range of topics from potty training and nutrition to baby names and early development and has a wide range of experienced medical experts and professionals at her fingertips. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her two young sisters, dog walking and enjoying the outdoors with her family.