It reminds them of being in the womb and gives them a sense of comfort and security. While the Dock a Tot is our winner, both of these loungers are truly great! Read more about what we like and dislike about each of them below.Īs the name says, the lounger snuggles the baby by cradling them. You can still use their products to help the baby rest or play, but it should be done under supervision. What about Snuggle Me? Their company stated that their pillow is not to be used for co-sleeping. They also encourage their customers to follow certain precautions, like making sure it’s on a firm mattress or surface with no covers nearby. Their company website explains that their lounger is “ideal for co-sleeping,” but they also advise you to consult with your pediatrician. If you’re desperate for some sleep and your baby refuses to sleep anywhere else except for the lounger– Dock a Tot has fewer restrictions for co-sleeping. In other words, they’re lovely to have around, but you should still use caution with loungers. They also pose a suffocating risk (the baby could turn to the side and have trouble with the padded sides). But then the AAP and CPSC announced a few years ago that leaving babies in loungers unsupervised is dangerous.įor example, the baby could roll out of the loungers by accident.
Baby loungers were initially invented as a co-sleeping tool to help parents and babies get some sleep. Winner: Snuggle Me What You Need to Know About Co-Sleeping
Snuggle me vs dock a tot plus#
The Dock A Tot Deluxe Plus runs around $175. Snuggle Me’s run around $100, depending on color and fabric. They are generally more reasonably priced. If you’re looking to save a few bucks, then look into the Snuggle Me. Rookie Mom Tip: If you are wanting to place your lounger inside of a Moses Basket, you will want to use the infant size Snuggle Me or the Dock A Tot Deluxe. Winner: Tied (It really just depends on what you’re looking for!) The Snuggle Me comes in infant size (up to 8 months) and toddler size (9 months-3 years).ĭock A Tot also comes in different sizes the Dock a Tot Deluxe and the Dock a Tot Grand.
Size is another difference between Snuggle Me and Dock A Tot. Note: Snuggle Me does provide an optional cover to help you avoid washing the pillow part!Ĭheck out care instructions for the Dock a Tot below! If your baby spits up or makes a mess in their lounger- no problem, just toss it in and it’ll be ready in no time. It doesn’t even have to be on gentle settings. All you have to do is throw it in the washer and dryer. Instead, you’ll have to wash it gently, then hang it up to dry.ĭock A Tot is much easier to clean and dry. That is because the pillow part of Snuggle Me can’t go in the dryer. Snuggle Me vs Dock a Tot which is easier to clean? Well, if you talk to a parent who used Snuggle Me, chances are they’ll tell you that it’s kind of a pain to clean. Plus, they open up at the bottom to make room for growing legs and feet meaning your little one can use them for longer. There’s more room in the center for babies to move around, also. As a result, their lounger has more ventilation, so you don’t have to worry about babies becoming hot or sweaty. One thing to consider with the Snuggle Me Organic vs Dock a Tot is that some parents report that the Snuggle Me can make some babies a bit hot.ĭock A Tot is flatter and broader in comparison with Snuggle Me. I feel like I am laying my baby on top of a cloud when I set them in it! It has a pillow that goes all the way around, providing a snuggly hugging feeling. The Snuggle Me is extremely comfy, no questions about it. However, its materials are hypoallergenic and breathable. The Dock A Tot doesn’t come in any organic fabric options. That means all of the materials are 100% natural and chemical-free. But with organic products being in high demand, Snuggle Me also came out with a version made of organic cotton.
For example, the Snuggle Me Original has a cotton cover with a polyester fill. There are different material options for Snuggle Me, and all of them are made in the USA.
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