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Choose
a fabric that is appropriate for your environment
In
Asia, where SIDS rates are very low, moms swaddle their baby with a thin
blanket in the summer and a slightly thicker blanket in the winter. Lightweight
open weave cotton fabrics such as marquisette or muslin are appropriate for
warmer environments and summer swaddling.
Natural fibers are preferred over man-made fibers due to the natural
fiber’s breathability.
If air conditioning is used to keep the home
temperature cool, consider using a lightweight flannel blanket to help keep
baby comfortable. Keep baby away from direct drafts caused by air conditioning
or fans, because baby could quickly become too cold.
SwaddleDesigns
SwaddleDuo offers great flexibility by including one flannel and one
marquisette blanket so parents are prepared for changes in environmental
temperatures.
As a general guide, the American Academy of
Pediatrics recommends dressing baby in no more than one layer more than an
adult would use to be comfortable in the same environment. For example, if it
is very warm in your environment, a lightweight swaddle and a diaper may be
sufficient for baby.
Baby's head should be uncovered for sleep.
Natural
Position
Baby’s
hips and knees should be in a flexed position in the swaddle, and have room to
move. Arms and shoulders should have some wiggle room as well. Preemies and
very young babies may be swaddled with hands up by face. After breast feeding
is well established, and baby is several weeks old, baby’s hands may be placed
down in the swaddle and offered a pacifier.
Wrap Snugly
Swaddle
snugly, but not overly tight. Parents should be able to slide a hand between
the blanket and the baby’s chest.
Always Place Baby on Back to Sleep
Always
place baby on his or her back for sleep - for nighttime sleep and nap time
sleep. The back sleeping position reduces risk of SIDS. Never place a swaddled
baby on their stomach.
Firm Sleep Surface
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. A tight fitting crib sheet should be used on
the baby's mattress. Babies should not be placed for sleep on water beds,
quilts, pillows, sheepskins, or other fluffy surfaces.
Smoke- Free Environment
Always
keep baby’s environment smoke-free by not smoking when pregnant, near baby, or
in an area where your baby spends time or sleeps.
Temperature Awareness
Baby’s tummy, chest and back should be warm and
dry. A sweaty neck and back is a sign of overheating and a layer of baby's
clothing should be removed. A cold tummy is a sign baby is too cool and an
adult should hold baby skin to skin until baby is warm and an additional layer
should be added. Baby should be rechecked.
Babies are not good at regulating their own
temperature, and
no blanket can naturally regulate baby's temperature for them, so
parents need to touch and feel their baby to ensure baby is not too hot or too
cold.
Some
parents confuse “avoid overheating” to mean “keep baby cool” – this is a
dangerous mistake. Baby should not become chilled or “kept cool” but rather
baby should be kept comfortable.
Remember the Goldilock’s Guide:
“Not too hot or too cold, but just right ~ comfortably warm.”
Most medical experts recommend a sleep environment
of 65-72°F (18-22°C).
Consider offering a Pacifier
Sucking is the most organizing behavior of the
newborn – it helps baby with sleep/wake control. Consider using a pacifier at
sleep time once breastfeeding is established. A pacifier should not be
reinserted if it falls out and baby is asleep.
Do not use Positioners
The
AAP discourages use of positioning devices for sleep.
Keep all Cords Away from Crib
Electrical
cords from video monitors, cameras, fans and window treatments should be kept a
minimum of 3 feet from baby’s crib and secured out of child’s reach. Cords are
a strangulation hazard.
SwaddleDesigns recommends that parents have a conversation and review Safe
Sleep and Safe Swaddling guidelines with their baby’s caregivers to ensure that
everyone caring for their baby understands the important guidelines to reduce
risk and provide baby with a safe environment to sleep, grow and thrive.
Information about SwaddleDesigns New LUSH Collection:
Lightweight, Breathable, Open Weave, Pre-washed, Baby Soft Cotton Swaddling Blanket
SwaddleDesigns 100% Cotton Marquisette (Mar-kwiss-et) has wonderful quality due to long and smooth cotton fibers
Ideal for warmer climates and environments
Easy to follow swaddling instructions sewn on the blanket
Multi-use and versatile - sunshield, playmat for tummy time, privacy throw for breastfeeding
So soft
46 by 46 inches
Our Thoughts:
When I received the blanket, I wasn't sure what to expect. . . and then I opened it! I was in love with how light weight it is and that it's not a tiny little blanket. Having long babies, most blankets used for swaddling don't exactly "fit" my sweet kiddos. This was a pleasant surprise to know that we can swaddle for a while, AND they won't be too long to fit inside the blanket.
I received the blanket in lavender, and it's perfect. So subtle and demure. I love that about this blanket, the colors aren't so bright that you have to shield your eyes! The quality is amazing, and the fact that it's big enough to be so versatile is a huge plus, especially if you're on a budget.
Which brings me to my next point. . . Affordability! This blanket won't break the bank! So many baby gear sites claim to be affordable, but aren't. This is such a nice quality to have it be something that someone on a budget could actually afford to buy!
Reviewed by Steph
***Please
note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. The
opinions expressed in the review are my own and were not influenced in any
way.***
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