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Lipton EL, et al. (1965). Swaddling, a child care practice: Historical, cultural, and experimental observations. Swaddling has been scientifically proven to soothe upset babies because it mimics pressure similar to the pressure felt in their mother’s womb," Ashton McCutchen, a certified pediatric sleep consultant and pediatric registered nurse, tells Verywell Family. "Swaddling also helps your baby control their startle reflex, which is what causes their arms and legs to jolt when startled by noise or movement." Rolling. Again, the AAP specifically notes that swaddling can contribute to SIDS if a baby is placed on his side or stomach for sleep or if he rolls to that position while sleeping.

At first, I thought my baby wouldn't do well with these swaddles because she is a little escape artist,” our tester said. “It actually seemed to be very snug, and she seemed to like it! She slept well in it, and we didn't have any escapes.” Consider the season you’re in and how you’ll be dressing your baby underneath. For example, thinner blankets may work best for warmer conditions. Swaddles come in different sizes for each age, which is an important factor many parents and caregivers don’t know. Knowing the correct size will keep your baby safe as a blanket that’s too big for them may become loose and then a suffocation hazard.There are various swaddling blankets and other supplies you can find at stores and online. You may want to try a variety of blankets to see which works best for your baby. Supports preterm babies. A 2007 review of studies showed that swaddling babies born prematurely helps with neuromuscular development, motor organization, and feelings of distress. Because swaddles are only safe until your baby starts to roll over or around the two-month mark, determine the purpose of the swaddle before buying. Not all swaddles are designed for use immediately after birth, so consider what you’ll be using the swaddle for. Muslin is finely and loosely woven cotton fabric that’s lightweight, soft, and breathable—which we really appreciated when we tested swaddles during transitional fall weather. As a first-time swaddler, our tester found that folding the fabric required a bit of trial and error—there are no straps or alternative fastening methods other than using your hands to wrap your baby. Once they’d had enough practice, though, the blankets were easy and enjoyable to use. Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy.

Then grab the (baby’s) left corner of the blanket and bring it around the right side of their body to snug them in. If it feels chilly, give them a cuddle and pop them into a long sleeved baby-grow. Whereas, if it feels a bit hot then remove one of their layers, suggests Ratcliffe. 'If they are swaddled they might have too much on underneath so loosen the swaddle,'

Restricting airflow. Swaddling a baby too loosely may be dangerous because the blankets can cover their face and make breathing difficult. In its most basic form, swaddling involves wrapping baby securely in a blanket so that only their head is peeking out. The rest of their body is comfortably snug inside the blanket, which may help the youngest infants feel like they’re still inside the womb. Our tester had no issues putting this on their child, scoring the swaddle 5 out of 5 for ease of use. A zipper down the front makes it easy, and you only need to put the baby’s arms into the wings (another simple step). If you're new to the concept, imagine a burrito with a baby poking out! ‘Baby swaddling is when you wrap your baby up tight in a light muslin or cotton sheet, so they feel snug and safe,’ says Nicole Ratcliffe, Family Sleep Coach at The Baby Show. In short, usually swaddling your baby is safe. The caveat: You must do it the right way and follow some simple guidelines.

When swaddling your baby at night, be sure to keep a close eye on the temperature in your child’s room and make sure that the fabric your child is wearing is appropriate for the climate of your home," Ashton McCutchen, a certified pediatric sleep consultant, and a pediatric registered nurse tells Verywell Family. "Also, be careful not to over-swaddle your baby during the day, as this can result in your child getting too much daytime sleep, which will make for less nighttime sleeping.Supports breastfeeding. Karp further explains that swaddling may help with breastfeeding because it soothes babies. If a baby cries less, moms may feel more confident that their babies are getting enough to eat and continue on with breastfeeding. Then grab the (baby’s) left corner of the blanket and wrap it around the right side of the body, under the armpit, to snug them in tight. Along with hip dysplasia, the main risk of swaddling is doing it incorrectly and leading to situations that may cause sudden infant death syndrome.