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Quilts and Comforters

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Key Summary

  • Comforters (security blankets) and quilts are not safe for babies under 12 months in cots

  • Comforters are not actually blankets, but more treasured companions for emotional comfort

  • Quilts and doonas provide cosy warmth for bedtime once your child is old enough

  • Choose from lightweight summer quilts to snuggly winter options

  • Natural materials like cotton, bamboo and wool are gentle on precious skin.

When Can My Child Use a Comforter or Quilt?

Comforters (security blankets) and quilts are not safe for babies under 12 months in cots. For safe sleep, babies should sleep on a firm mattress with fitted sheets only (no pillows, quilts, comforters, or loose blankets).

Once your toddler is older (usually around 12 months for supervised comforter use) and after transitioning from cot to a bed for quilts, these become magical companions. That's when comforters offer soothing comfort and quilts create that cosy sleep nest they'll treasure through childhood.

For younger babies, explore our sleep essentials for age-appropriate options.

What Are Comforters (Security Blankets)?

Comforters (also called security blankets) are small, soft companions with a cuddly toy attached to gentle fabric. These become treasured friends that offer emotional comfort during big feelings, new experiences, or bedtime. Many children form deep attachments to their comforter, making it an important part of their emotional development and independence.

Quilts and Doonas for Bedding

Once your child moves to a bed, quilts and doonas provide that cosy warmth for peaceful sleep. These are proper bedding items designed to keep toddlers and children comfortable through the night. The right quilt may just become the one they reach for every night, making everything feel safe and right.

Choose the Right Quilt or Comforter

Feature

What to Look For

Why It Matters

Type

Comforter (security blanket) or quilt/doona (bedding)

Different purposes—emotional comfort vs warmth

Materials

Cotton, bamboo, wool, polyester—soft and safe

Gentle against their skin for years of cuddles

Warmth Level (Quilts)

Lightweight, all-season, or winter weight

Match to your climate for perfect comfort

Size (Quilts)

Single, king single, double

Grows with them through childhood

Washability

Machine washable

Life with kids is messy, easy care matters

Design

Colours, patterns, characters

The one they'll love and reach for every time

Seasonal Quilts & Doonas

Summer / Lightweight 

Breathable cotton and bamboo quilts keep toddlers and children cool on warm nights with just enough coverage for comfort, without overheating. Perfect for those balmy evenings when they still want their special quilt close.

All-Season 

Wool quilts offer year-round comfort, naturally regulating temperature through every season. These become constant companions for your toddler or child, perfect no matter the weather.

Winter / Extra Warm 

Thicker quilts with generous fill create that beautiful cocoon feeling on chilly nights for older children. Layer with our range of blankets for extra warmth (once they're old enough), building that nest of comfort.

The Final Word

Whether it's a comforter that soothes big feelings or a quilt that creates cosy dreams, you're providing your bub with the beloved companions they'll treasure through childhood. Parent win!

Frequently Asked Questions

The small, toy-like lovables are called comforters or security blankets. For bedding, Australians usually call them quilts or doonas. The term duvet is used less often in Australia and is more commonly used in New Zealand and other regions to describe the larger blanket used for sleeping.

 A quilt is designed for warmth with batting or fill between layers. A bedspread (or coverlet) is thinner and more decorative. Please note neither are safe for babies under 12 months in cots.

It's the same thing in Australia. For toddlers and children, choose based on warmth level, material, and what your little one will love. Natural materials like cotton, bamboo, and wool are brilliant for regulating temperature.

Comforters aren't safe in cots for babies under 12 months. After their first birthday, they can enjoy their comforter during supervised awake time. As they grow, it becomes their special buddy they rely on for cuddles.

Natural fibres like cotton, bamboo, and wool are gentle on delicate skin and breathe beautifully. Bamboo is naturally hypoallergenic, while cotton is soft and gets even softer with washing (perfect for sensitive little ones).

Match the quilt to their bed size for example single for single beds, king single as they grow, and double for bigger beds. 

No. Quilts, comforters, and blankets aren't safe for babies under 12 months in cots due to SIDS risk. Follow safe sleep guidelines with firm mattresses and fitted sheets only.