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A Thousand Year Old Method
Swaddling is actually a time-honored practice that was used even in ancient times by the Egyptians and Romans, and is meant to be gentle on babies. Most newborns are closed at the hospital, and the nurses will teach you, but having a youtube video or 2 on hand is helpful for the sleep deprived parent.
There are currently two types of warm blankets:
1) Free bedding – These are long pieces of fabric that often look more like a pashmina than a traditional blanket.
2) Velcro fastening or zipper securing – Velcro Swaddle Blankets are basically a flexible swaddle bag that can be a quick solution for new parents. This is the place you like to sleep at night when your eyes are too gray to sleep properly. In the early days especially, these made fasteners to keep your storage in place.
The blanket of the 21st century has changed, and it is better looking, more secure, and should be easier to use. But trying to look at all the products is still a bit of a headache, so here’s a quick guide to the best blanket solutions: