How to choose a nightlight for baby?

For some babies, sleeping without light is simply impossible, the fear of the dark being too strong. The installation of a baby nightlight is in this case the best solution to facilitate the sleep of your baby.

There are many types of baby nightlights. It is therefore not always easy to know which baby nightlight to choose.

To shed some light on the matter, the toddler sleep experts at Kadolis explain how to choose a baby nightlight.

What are the benefits of a baby nightlight?

Many of us had a nightlight to fall asleep to when we were little, and that's no coincidence. Fear of the dark is a common disorder for many children and babies. To combat this, installing a baby nightlight is usually a technique that works very well. Infants do not usually need a nightlight to sleep. It is when they grow up that the fear of the dark becomes more pronounced. 

A nightlight offers many advantages. First of all, it helps to reassure the child and to fight against his anxiety, especially in front of the one linked to the sleep. On the other hand, it also makes it easier to fall asleep, which can quickly become a problem for parents when it is complex. The nightlight for baby thus helps him to make his nights more easily when the fear of the dark appears.

At what age to install a nightlight for baby? 

As said before, infants usually do not express a real fear of the dark. It is when they grow up that the baby nightlight becomes useful. It is from the age of 2 years that the night light for baby finds its real interest.

Note that nightlights are neither mandatory nor recommended for children who do not need them. These should only be put in place if your child shows a fear of the dark or if you notice that total darkness is interfering with your baby's sleep cycle. 

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The different types of baby nightlights

When choosing a nightlight for your baby, there are different types of nightlights to choose from. Here are the different options available to you!

The lighted nightlight

The lighted nightlight for baby is the so-called "traditional" nightlight. It is a simple lamp of low luminosity avoiding your baby to be in complete darkness. Its subdued light is continuous.

You can choose between different shapes and colors, with some baby nightlights having the appearance of cute and reassuring little characters. A lighted baby nightlight is the choice of many parents, simple and effective.

Did you know? It is also possible to turn on the nightlight during baby's nap! Just because it's not nighttime doesn't mean your child doesn't have a fear of the dark.

The carousel nightlight

The carousel nightlight is it a little more sophisticated than the baby light nightlight. The latter projects colors or colorful patterns in the room, usually in a circular fashion.

The small designs projected on the walls help babies fall asleep well and it is a very good choice for the baby night light.

The Musical Nightlight

If colors are not enough to put your child to sleep, then you can opt for a musical baby nightlight. In addition to its dimmed light, this type of nightlight accompanies your child with a little quiet music, very practical to soothe him and help him fall asleep.

Nowadays, some musical baby nightlights also offer to play nature sounds to soothe the atmosphere and help your baby fall asleep.

The Educational Nightlight

Last type of baby nightlight and not the least, the educational nightlight. Recently appeared on the market, these allow your baby to know when he must sleep, and when he must get up. How do you think? Simply by projecting small drawings on the walls indicating when your baby is sleeping and when he should get up.

Programmable, these nightlights are very playful and allow your baby to understand his sleep cycle more simply.

What color to choose for your baby's nightlight?

A question that comes up with many parents is "Is there a particular nightlight color to help baby fall asleep?". The answer to this question is YES! Some people agree that bright colors such as red, green or blue are distressing for babies. Warmer, softer colors such as pink, purple, or natural colors like white are more reassuring for babies.

Also keep in mind that more than the color, it's the intensity and brightness of a baby nightlight that makes it effective. Low brightness and intensity are key to helping your little charge fall asleep.

Choosing the most convenient nightlight for you

When choosing a baby nightlight, also consider which one is most convenient for you. According to the type of attachment, the mode of power or even the price, the choice of the nightlight for baby must also be done according to the constraints of his room.

The aesthetic aspect of the baby's room can also be taken into account, by choosing a nightlight in the colors of his room or his sheets.

So think about all of these parameters as well before you go for one type of nightlight.

Baby's bedding: another way to get her the best sleep ever!

A baby nightlight is a great way to help your baby fall asleep and get a good night's sleep. For an even better sleep, the choice of baby's mattress and bedding is also very important.

The Cocolatex mattress by Kadolis is made entirely of natural materials, which provide comfort and hygiene for your baby. Certified chemical-free, it is also very good for protecting baby's fragile health.


To cover your Cocolatex mattress, also consider getting our ultra-comfortable organic cotton baby fitted sheet, as well as our waterproof baby mattress protector, to ensure good dry nights!