Can a 2 year old sleep with a soft toy?
Short answer: The under-12-months clear-cot guidance no longer applies, and many families introduce a small comforter now.
Babies change fast, so the answer depends on your child's age, weight and development, and on your product's instructions.
What the guidance says
- Follow safer-sleep advice for every sleep until your baby is 12 months old (12 months from the due date for premature babies).
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Check each product page for its exact dimensions, mattress size, age and weight limits and safety standards.
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Sources
- The Lullaby Trust: Safer sleep advice (accessed 2026-10-21)
General information only, not medical advice. Always follow your product's instructions. If you are worried about your baby, contact your GP, health visitor or 111. In an emergency, call 999.