Swaddling recreates the cozy comfort of the womb and helps babies feel snug, safe, and secure. And, more often than not, babies who feel snug, safe, and secure cry less and sleep more — a boon for any ...

For thousands of years, parents around the world have swaddled their sleeping babies…because it works! However, I still meet parents who are a bit confused about it: “Shouldn’t babies’ hands be free ...

Swaddling — wrapping your baby in a lightweight, snug blanket — is a godsend to many parents looking for an easy and effective way to soothe their babies and help them get a good night’s sleep. Lots ...

Newborns sleep like dancers at a surprise party. Arms fling, legs kick, and a tiny startle can pop eyes wide open just when you thought you had a nap. Swaddling helps many babies settle because it ...

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It seems like there are a million accessories new parents are supposed to get for their babies — and honestly, you can probably do without the specialty bottle cozies and wipes warmers. One item, ...

All parents want their babies to sleep better and research shows swaddles or sleeping bags can help. Swaddling (also referred to as wrapping) or using a safe sleep bag is a useful method to help ...

Swaddling an infant may increase their chance for hip problems later in life, a new study reports. The article, which was published on Oct. 28 in the Archives of Disease in Childhood, warns that ...

For a new parent, the pursuit of a good night’s sleep trumps all other endeavors — save for keeping the baby alive, of course. I can attest: As a first-time mom to a 2-month-old, I’ve spent many long ...

A photo of Kim Kardashian's baby, North, has revived a swaddling debate. Oct. 8, 2013— -- To swaddle or not to swaddle, that is the question parents are asking all across America ever since a ...

When Matt Mundt goes to sleep, he first lies on his bed, then crawls into a small sack he invented out of stretchy fabric, which he has dubbed the “Sleep Pod.” He sticks his legs into it, then pulls ...

Babies who are swaddled appear to be at increased risk for sudden infant death syndrome, especially when they’re sleeping on their stomachs or sides. That's according to an analysis published online ...