What Size Is a Toddler Blanket? (And Is 70 x 90 cm Big Enough?)

What Size Is a Toddler Blanket? (And Is 70 x 90 cm Big Enough?)

🧸 What Size Is a Toddler Blanket? (And Is 70 x 90 cm Big Enough?)

If you’ve ever typed “what size should a toddler blanket be?” into Google at 10pm while your little one refuses to sleep… you’re in good company.

Blanket sizing can feel weirdly confusing. Cot blankets. Toddler bed blankets. Throws. Comfort blankets. Why are none of them the same size?!

So let’s clear it up — especially if you're wondering whether a 70 x 90 cm toddler blanket is the right choice.

(Spoiler: for many families, it absolutely is 💛)

📏 What Is the Standard Toddler Blanket Size in the UK?

There isn’t one single “official” toddler blanket size.

But generally in the UK:

  • Cot blanket: Around 70 x 90 cm

  • Toddler bed blanket: Around 100 x 120 cm

  • Throw size: 120 x 150 cm+

Our handmade chenille toddler blankets measure approximately 70 x 90 cm — thoughtfully designed for growing little ones who need comfort without being swamped in fabric.

If your little one is still in a cot, you might also want to explore our hand-knitted baby blankets for earlier-stage snuggles.

🌿 Is 70 x 90 cm Big Enough for a Toddler?

A 70 x 90 cm toddler blanket is perfect for:

✔ Bedtime routines
✔ Storytime snuggles
✔ Nursery nap time
✔ Pram and car journeys
✔ Sofa cuddles
✔ Independent toddlers who like to carry their blanket everywhere

It gives warmth and comfort without dragging on the floor or becoming a midnight tangle situation.

And let’s be honest — toddlers rarely stay fully covered all night anyway.

🛏️ What About Toddler Beds?

A standard UK toddler mattress is around 70 x 140 cm.

If you're looking for full mattress coverage that tucks in like a duvet, you’d typically choose something larger (around 100 x 120 cm).

However, many parents prefer a lighter, more manageable blanket that can be layered over bedding — especially during transitional sleep stages.

That’s exactly why our handmade chenille toddler blankets are intentionally sized at 70 x 90 cm — practical, portable and perfectly proportioned for comfort.

🧶 Why Chenille Makes a Difference

Chenille isn’t flat or stiff — it’s plush, soft and beautifully draped.

Because of that:

  • It feels generous without being oversized

  • It provides cosy warmth without heavy weight

  • It moulds around little shoulders during cuddles

Unlike mass-produced alternatives, our blankets are handmade in the UK. You can read more about the difference in our guide to handmade vs mass-produced baby blankets.

🎒 The “Drag It Everywhere” Phase

Every toddler seems to go through it.

The phase where their blanket becomes:

  • Emotional support

  • Travel companion

  • Picnic mat

  • Cape

  • Emergency superhero accessory

A 70 x 90 cm blanket is ideal for this stage because it’s manageable, washable and easy to pack.

If your little one prefers something even smaller for nursery or outings, our Snuggle Square comforters are perfect companions too.

🧺 You Might Want Two (Trust Us)

Realistically?

Two.

One in use.
One in the wash.

Especially when it becomes the blanket.

To keep your chenille as soft and beautiful as day one, here’s our full chenille blanket washing guide.

💛 Why Snugabug Toddler Blankets Are “Perfectly Sized”

When we say:

“Soft, cosy and perfectly sized for growing little ones…”

We mean it.

Our chenille toddler blankets are designed to:

  • Provide everyday comfort

  • Support bedtime routines

  • Travel easily

  • Grow from late baby into toddler years

  • Feel special enough to become a keepsake

They’re not oversized throws.
They’re not tiny comfort squares.

They’re right in that sweet spot — big enough to matter, small enough to manage.

✨ Before You Pop It In Your Basket

If you’re choosing a toddler blanket and wondering whether 70 x 90 cm is big enough, ask yourself:

  • Do I want something portable and practical?

  • Is this for snuggles, naps and comfort — not full mattress coverage?

  • Do I want it to grow with them without overwhelming them?

If the answer is yes… you’re exactly where you need to be.

Explore our full collection of handmade toddler blankets and find your little one’s new favourite snuggle companion 💛

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