Question 1

are there special blankets used to swaddle babies?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are some swaddle blankets you can buy at stores with baby equipment, but these are not necessary in order to swaddle your baby effectively.  You can also use a large square blanket.

Question 2

when should babies stop being swaddled? my 2m baby startles too much and wakes up but the swaddle allows her to sleep through the night.

Accepted Answer

Swaddling: When the baby can independently undo and release the swaddling. At this point, the blanket they are wrapped in becomes a hazard. I hope this helps.

Question 3

impetigo? if and infant 4 months of age gets hot quickly and is sweating can impetigo come on faster. he was swaddled had a bib on and long sleeves.

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Sweating is a natural body function and has no direct effect on whether an infant would acquire such an infection. A baby of this age should not be swaddled to begin with, for sleep or otherwise. Babies can strangle themselves in such a set up.

Question 4

how long should i swaddle my newborn ? i read  the article recommended only the first one month because it needs room  for baby to move.

Accepted Answer

Transition from womb: Swaddling often helps baby settle by replicating the snug feeling they were use to in the  womb & avoiding the random movements of arms & legs that sometimes scare a baby that doesn't understand what is happening. Gradually loosening the wrap allows baby to to transition to the open feeling. The sooner the better.The goal is to be in a onezie on a firm mattress on their back by no later than 1m.

Question 5

is it safe to put my baby to bed swaddled? or is that a risk of sids?

Accepted Answer

No increased risk: Bundling babies should not increase the risk of SIDS providing they are put on their back to sleep, their nose and mouth are not covered, and wrap is not too tight.

Question 6

how long should i swaddle my baby for? he is 6 weeks old.

Accepted Answer

A little while only: He shouldn't be swaddled when he gets more wiggly. Make sure his legs are loose. Tight wrapping can increase risk of hip problems.

Question 7

my baby (11 days old) seems to hate having his arms bound in swaddles. he always wiggles them free. lately ive been putting him in arms free swaddles for bed time. is this still safe? or do i need to fully swaddle him and his arms for bed time?

Accepted Answer

: Leave the kid free!!!! Swaddling is a transitional practice that allows a kid use to the constricted environment of the womb to feel comfort in the first days out. Yet they need to gradually get use to the freedom of the outside world. Continued swaddling hampers muscular development.

Question 8

my baby is almost 4 months old and i still swaddle him but he unswaddled and puts his hands constantly in his mouth, does that mean not to swaddle him?

Accepted Answer

Swaddling cntroversy: Even though there is controvery abot swaddling among medical specialists as to the benefits vs risks of swaddling.It is a wise practice to transition the baby from swaddling to less restrictive clothing at about4to5 months age as the baby is learning to roll over as it is important for the baby to have use of hands and arms to adjust head position after rolling over.

Question 9

swaddle baby in swaddle with velcro. enough leg room to stretch and loose at hips. arms are kept in place. baby is 2m and this helps her to sleep. ok?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is fine. This type of swaddle works awesome in babies that love to be swaddled.

Question 10

when do babies bruises, from birth, go away? my daughter is two months and still has bruising on her back and toosh.

Accepted Answer

Bruises on back: What you are seing most properly are birthmarks called mongolian spots, which are more common in black, oriental and brown babies.These spots whic may look like bruises usually disappear by the time the baby is 1 year old.Discuss with your pediatrician at the next visit if thats what it is.If the baby was born normal delivery with head first, there is no reason for bruising, and will not last 2 months.

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Impetigo? if and infant 4 months of age gets hot quickly and is sweating can impetigo come on faster. he was swaddled had a bib on and long sleeves.

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How long should i swaddle my newborn ? i read the article recommended only the first one month because it needs room for baby to move.

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Is it safe to put my baby to bed swaddled? or is that a risk of sids?

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How long should i swaddle my baby for? he is 6 weeks old.

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My baby (11 days old) seems to hate having his arms bound in swaddles. he always wiggles them free. lately ive been putting him in arms free swaddles for bed time. is this still safe? or do i need to fully swaddle him and his arms for bed time?

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My baby is almost 4 months old and i still swaddle him but he unswaddled and puts his hands constantly in his mouth, does that mean not to swaddle him?

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Swaddle baby in swaddle with velcro. enough leg room to stretch and loose at hips. arms are kept in place. baby is 2m and this helps her to sleep. ok?

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When do babies bruises, from birth, go away? my daughter is two months and still has bruising on her back and toosh.

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