Seasonality, personal preference, and durability are also important features to consider when shopping for your child’s pajamas. Avoid any pajamas that have loose ribbons, decorations, or other ornamentation that could fall off and be a choking or strangulation hazard. We researched the top picks from trusted brands with these helpful features in mind. These are the best kids’ pajamas on the market today. Besides the lush fabric, what sets Posh Peanut apart are the patterns: they’re sophisticated, stylish, and truly unique. Sizing runs from 3 to 6 months all the way up to 12 years old, so if family matching is your goal, it’s easy to achieve. Price at time of publication: $48 for Long John Pajama Set Sizes 9 to 12 months and up all have non-skid soles on the feet bottoms. Parent reviewers love the wide range of colors and the long-lasting quality of these pajamas. They look just as good after tons of action in the laundry. Price at time of publication: $17 For an extra-special touch of sophistication, monogramming is available (but will take a few extra days to ship, and makes the order non-returnable). Price at time of publication: $58 Sizing ranges from 12/18 months up to 5/6 T and the prints like eggs and bacon, monstera leaves, and more are truly adorable. As an added plus, the company offers free shipping and returns. The soft, fine gauge ribbed cotton is breathable, comfy, and soft for a good night’s sleep. If your toddler is beginning to potty train, the two-piece set is ideal for quick bathroom runs and easy access. Highly rated, this affordable set runs all the way up to size 6. Simply pull up the gown, change the diaper, and pull it back down. No snaps, zippers, or buttons for tired eyes to find. Available in a wide variety of patterns and colors, this two-pack will become a new parent’s go-to pajama choice. Lightweight, soft, and affordable, this line brings adaptive clothing to all who need it, with sizing from size 4 up to size 16. Parents also appreciate that this onesie can be worn backward to prevent “escape artist” kids from removing their pajamas at inappropriate times. Sizing runs from size 2 up to 14, so your whole crew can stay warm and cozy. Price at time of publication: $35 Since sizing can vary by brand, use a sizing chart based on measurements instead of age to find the best fit for your little one.
Safety
The Consumer Product Safety Commission requires children’s sleepwear to be flame-resistant and self-extinguishing for sizes ranging from 9 months old to 14 in order to prevent burning accidents. To meet this standard, brands can treat children’s pajamas with flame-retardant chemicals (which has become less common) or they can create PJs that fit snugly and are made of natural flame-resistant fabrics like polyester. Whether you opt for treated or non-treated pajamas, the best practice is to ensure that PJs fit on the tighter end and avoid substituting daytime clothing for pajamas.
Quality
Since they are worn so much, pajamas should be able to hold up to lots of trips through the washing machine and dryer. Well-made pajamas will not fall apart, shrink, or pill, even after lots of wear and tear.
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Maya Polton is a former marketing manager and current freelance writer who covers food, home, and parenting. She’s also the mom of a 9-year-old son, 6-year-old son, and 2-year old daughter. Her kids’ pajama transition has always been newborn sleep gowns, infant zippered onesies, toddler mix and match sets, and then giant old t-shirts. She’s all for easy dressing. She’s never gotten all five members of her family in matching PJs, but there’s still hope.
