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Learn How to Swaddle - Easy as 1-2-3 Swaddle®!
SwaddleDesigns blankets are the only swaddling blankets with instructions sewn to the edge of the blanket (patent pending).
Moms, dads, grandparents and caregivers appreciate the instructions at their fingertips when they are learning how to swaddle.
Experts including Dr. Harvey Karp, Dr. Laura Jana, Dr. Bradley Thach, Dr. Sears…. recommend swaddling for sleep time.
In 2002, Dr. Bradley Thach led a study that proved that swaddled back sleeping babies sleep better than unswaddled babies.
Supine swaddling helps to reduce risk of SIDS because swaddling helps babies sleep better on their back, therefore parents are less likely to use unsafe tummy position for sleep.
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Natural Position
Experts recommend swaddling baby in a natural position with elbows, knees and hips flexed for proper joint development, and with baby's hands within reach of mouth so baby can suck on his or her fingers to self-console.
You may also choose to wrap baby with one or both hands down inside the swaddle with baby's elbows in a flexed position and offer baby a pacifier once breastfeeding is established.
Wrap Snugly
A loose swaddle is ineffective, so wrap baby snugly, but not so tightly as to impede baby's breathing. You should be able to slide your hand between the blanket and your baby's chest. It should feel snug, not loose.
Custom Fit
SwaddleDesigns large square blankets allow for a custom fit swaddle whether your baby is small, medium or large.
Place blanket on a flat surface in a diamond position in front of you with the 123 Swaddle Tip Tag visible on your upper right hand side.
Fold the top corner down about 6 inches, and place baby in the center of the blanket with their neck at the fold.
Follow the steps on the 123 Swaddle Tip Tag
1. Starting on your left, bring the 1st corner over and tuck snugly behind baby.
2. The bottom corner goes over baby's left shoulder and behind baby's back. The weight of the baby on the tucked under corners will help to keep the swaddle secure.
3. Take the 3rd corner across and all the way around behind baby, tucking the tail of the blanket into the fold in the front.
Avoid having the blanket touch baby's cheek, this can stimulate baby's rooting response and wake baby.
Ensure baby’s hips and knees are in a flexed froglike position inside the swaddle. Do not straighten or over extend your baby’s joints. Support baby in a natural position for proper joint development,
Our swaddling blankets are designed with good stretch when they are in the diamond position for swaddling.
Every baby is unique. Ask your baby's pediatrician about swaddling your baby.
Always Place Baby on Back to Sleep
Always place baby on his or her back for sleep. The side and tummy positions are unsafe.
The back sleeping position reduces risk of SIDS. Baby should sleep on a firm sleep surface, in a bassinet, cradle or crib near the mother's bed, without any soft toys, pillows or loose bedding.
Learn How to Swaddle - Easy as 1-2-3 Swaddle®!
SwaddleDesigns blankets are the only swaddling blankets with instructions sewn to the edge of the blanket (patent pending).
Moms, dads, grandparents and caregivers appreciate the instructions at their fingertips when they are learning how to swaddle.
Learn How to Swaddle - Easy as 1-2-3 Swaddle®!
SwaddleDesigns blankets are the only swaddling blankets with instructions sewn to the edge of the blanket (patent pending).
Moms, dads, grandparents and caregivers appreciate the instructions at their fingertips when they are learning how to swaddle.
Learn How to Swaddle - Easy as 1-2-3 Swaddle®!