The Ultimate Baby Blanket Size Guide for Australian Parents

The Ultimate Baby Blanket Size Guide for Australian Parents

Choosing the right blanket for pram, cot, toddler bed and more – featuring the full Fledge & Thread range.

Quick-Glance Blanket Size Chart

Blanket type

Common use-case / mattress size

Recommended dimensions

Fledge & Thread style(s)

Receiving / Swaddle

Newborn 0-3 months, hospital bassinet, on-the-go wrap
120 Γ— 120 cm
Heirloom Muslin Swaddle (100 % muslin cotton, 120 Γ— 120 cm)

Pram / Feeding / Crib Blanket

Pram seat or cradle (mattress ≀ 90 cm long)
80 – 90 Γ— 110 cm
Quilted Baby Blanket (85 Γ— 110 cm)

Cot Blanket / Cot Duvet

Standard AU cot (130 Γ— 70 cm mattress)
100 Γ— 120 cm
100 % Cotton Knitted Blanket (120 Γ— 120 cm) Quilt & Pillow Cover Set – Crib (duvet cover 100 Γ— 140 cm, 100 % organic cotton)

Toddler / Single Bed Quilt

Single bed (188 Γ— 92 cm mattress)
140 Γ— 210 cm
Single Quilt & Cover Set (140 Γ— 210 cm, 100 % muslin cotton)

(Always double-check your own mattress or pram manualβ€”sizes can vary a few centimetres brand-to-brand.)



Choosing the Perfect Size

1. Measure before you buy. Cot, crib and pram dimensions differ across brands.

2. Look for a 20 cm tuck. Aim for ~10 cm overhang on each side so the blanket can be firmly tucked under the mattress.

3. Match fabric weight to season.

  • Muslin and knits ➜ breathable for Aussie summers.
  • Quilted and tight knits ➜ cosy for Canberra or Tasmanian winters.

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Safety Essentials

  • Under 12 months, place baby at the foot of the cot and tuck blankets below shoulder level (per Red Nose safe-sleep advice).
  • Use quilts or duvets only once your child can reliably roll and sit unaided (usually 18-24 months).
  • Hooded or tasselled blankets are cuddle-time onlyβ€”keep them out of the cot.

Caring for Your Blankets

  • Cold-wash on gentle with mild detergent.
  • Reshape and line-dry flat to protect knits and gauze.
  • Store by size so late-night bedding changes are hassle-free.
  • Quality fibres lastβ€”pass them on or save for baby #2.

FAQ

Q: Will the 120 Γ— 120 cm knitted blanket suit a newborn?
A: Fold it in half in the pram or crib now; unfold for cot use laterβ€”one blanket, two stages.

Q: Are the crib and single duvet covers TOG-rated?
A: Duvet covers themselves aren’t TOG-rated; combine them with a 2.5 TOG quilt insert for winter or a 1 TOG insert for summer.


Ready to Wrap Up?

Browse the full Fledge & Thread blanket collection and find the perfect size for every sleepy-time scenarioβ€”shipped from our Perth studio with fast dispatch.

Sleep snug, dream big!

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# The Ultimate Baby Blanket Size Guide for Australian Parents

## Quick-Glance Blanket Size Chart Β 
## Meet the Fledge & Thread Blanket Family Β 
## Choosing the Perfect Size Β 
## Safety Essentials Β 
## Caring for Your Blankets Β 
## FAQ Β 
## Ready to Wrap Up?

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