How To Swaddle A Baby Safely Using A Muslin Blanket?

How To Swaddle A Baby Safely Using A Muslin Blanket?

Muslin is a clothing fabric used for different purposes. Muslin possesses an outstanding characteristic of breathability and super softness. A muslin cloth retains its softness even after washing it repeatedly. Therefore this fabric is adopted by the new parents quite commonly for swaddling.

Newborn babies have a highly delicate and sensitive body. This is a reason they are wrapped in a swaddle. Swaddling helps the baby to be comfortable and calm, just as in the womb. Also, handling a swaddled baby is much more manageable and safe.

Steps of Swaddling a Baby Swaddling a baby is a lot more than just wrapping them up. Swaddling wrap is done by following specific steps properly. Following the proper technique comforts not only the baby but also the parents. Parents should never complicate any wrap on the baby. You should do it in the way the baby likes. Baby swaddle in muslin clothes is one of the most preferred textiles. ●

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The fold of the swaddle is different and unique. It should be preceded in a diamond shape.

Before that, make the baby lie down on their back on the bed. First, you must complete the baby lie down and fold the top corner of the swaddle.

Then you must place the newborn baby on the blanket with being faced–up. Make sure the head of the baby is placed just above the line of the blanket.

Make sure that the baby's right arm is rightly aligned with the body. Also, the arm should be slightly bent. Then wrap the swaddle blanket from right to left side. You should adequately cover the baby's chest and tuck the right arm inside. The left arm of the baby is still free.

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After wrapping the right arm, take the tip of the swaddle from the bottom to straight up.

Make sure that your newborn baby is rightly comfortable and does not bend. Secure the end of the bottom corner by tucking it in the first folds under the neck.

Pull the swaddle corner from the left for tucking the left arm. Wrap the swaddle flap from left to right and tuck it into the previous folds. The fitting will be perfect if the tucking is in the baby's back.

Conclusion Swaddle wrappers or blankets are produced using muslin, linen, cotton blends, etc. All these materials are chosen because they are the safest for newborn babies. Therefore while buying a swaddle wrapper for your little one, check the quality thoroughly. Again, while wrapping the baby with a swaddle, don't make it very tight or loose. Many parents also consider keeping their arms free while wrapping the baby. If you notice that the baby is trying to get free, the wrappings should be open.