Swaddling is great for young infants to help recreate the tightness they felt in the womb and makes them feel secure. It can help achieve longer stretches of sleep and prevent unnecessary wake ups caused from the moro (startle) reflex. I am still a huge fan of swaddling with a large muslin but there are many options for a swaddle sack as well.
However you choose to swaddle your babe, I suggest reserving the swaddling for sleep times only to allow them time to stretch and practice their motor skills. This also encourages your baby to see the swaddle as a positive sleep association and will help prepare them for sleep. Ensure the swaddle is snug around the shoulders and chest, but not too tight around their hips as this can cause hip dysplasia. @lovetodreamusa has the swaddle up, @nestedbean has their zen swaddle @halosleep has a great swaddle sack as well!
There is no right or wrong option when choosing what swaddle option, choose whatever works best for you and your baby, while keeping in mind your baby’s temperature to make sure they are not hot or cold.
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