Sleepovers have long been viewed as a rite of passage–both for kids and their anxious parents! While you really can’t control how much candy is consumed or how little shuteye is achieved, you can at least make sure your child is properly equipped for the long night of snacking, giggling, and hopefully at least a little sleeping. We’ve rounded up a list of sleepover essentials along with the products we find the most irresistible.
Pajamas: When spending the night at a friend’s house, chic (and warm!) pajamas are a must. Hanna Andersson seems to have stylish PJs down to a science, with their printed long john sets made of combed organic cotton. This black and white polka dot set with hot pink accents is sweet and feminine and perfect for your little one’s first sleepover. $32, hannaanderson.com
Slippers: The right pair of slippers can be a great asset when tiptoeing around in the dark after bedtime. Acorn makes clever glow-in-the-dark prints, like this goofy grinning monster pair. Talk about fun and functional! $32, nordstrom.com
Sleeping Bags: To transform an empty floor space into a slumber sanctuary, a cozy sleeping bag is essential! The Land of Nod pairs style and comfort with their line of colorfully designed sleeping bags, like this soft cotton campfire inspired one ($89-98). For something even cuddlier than a teddy bear, try this brown bear sleeping bag, with a cute, plush face that doubles as a pillow ($99-106). And Hello Kitty fans: you can’t go wrong with this bright pink scenic sac from Sanrio ($24.95)!
Overnight Bag
A small duffel bag is just the right size for transporting a night’s worth of sleepover necessities. Pottery Barn Kids has the perfect bags for the job, with bright cheerful prints like this Mackenzie Blue Dino Duffle. $34.50, potterybarn.com.
Snacks: If you find yourself serving as host for the night, you’ll need to have some fun snacks on hand to keep the natives from getting restless (and cranky!). If movies are on the itinerary, this Retro Popcorn Machine from Neiman Marcus will give the full cinematic effect ($199). If your tiny guests are sticking around for breakfast in the morning, try creating a self-serve cereal bar, like this creative spread from Pinterest.
