How to Use a Receiving Blanket to Swaddle a Baby

Does your baby scream and flail when they get tired? Try swaddling him/her so that he/she can more easily sleep

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• receiving blanket/stretchy works best
• a onesie or other lightweight outfit for the baby

1. Lay the blanket on the floor in a diamond shape.

2. Pull the top of the diamond down so that it makes a straight line with the sides (approximately 6 inches).

3. Lay the baby with his/her shoulders 1-2 inches above the fold.

4. Pull the baby's arms down and grab the left side of the blanket.

5. Wrap the blanket from the left side under the baby's left arm (on your right side).

6. Pull the bottom point of the blanket up over the baby's body, being careful not to go above the top of their shoulders.

7. Put your left hand on the baby and grab the right side of the blanket with your right hand, pull it down at a 45 degree angle to the middle of the baby's body (will look like an envelope) and put your left hand on top of it.

8. Pull the remaining part of the right side over the baby's body and tuck it under their back.

Tips & Warnings

• Dress the baby according to the weather...overheating can be dangerous.
• You can also leave the baby's feet free and only wrap their arms.
• Do NOT cover the baby's face.