To Swaddle or to Sack, That is the Question

For a multitude of reasons, pediatricians recommend swaddling newborns for the first few months of their lives. Swaddling blankets decrease startle reflex awakenings, keep baby safely on his back, comfort by replicating the snug womb, help prevent overstimulation and possibly SIDS...the list goes on and on.

Eventually – though it can seem like an eternity – your little one will be naturally resting easier, longer, without the startle reflex, and he will be ready to move on from the comforts of the swaddling blanket.

But he can still surely benefit from being slightly contained in a “wearable” swaddle blanket, or sleep sack.

We love Aden + Anais swaddle blankets and still find good uses for them after the swaddling days are gone. They make great breastfeeding covers, perfect sun shades for the stroller, and soft diaper change stations in a pinch.

So naturally, we already heart their baby sleep sacks – the perfect transition between the swaddle and simply PJs. Rather than going cold turkey from the swaddle blanket, the Aden + Anais sleep sacks provide a flexible, moveable, but still contained option for bundling a baby.

His arms are free to move about, but his legs and feet stay warm and protected in the extra long sack. The Aden + Anais sleep sacks come in sizes, so you can find the perfect fit for your baby. And the quick zip closure beats the heck out of swaddling once baby discovers how fun it is to flail his arms and legs while mommy wrestles with the swadddle.

Whether you’re still in the swaddling phase or ready to graduate, we proudly, whole-heartedly recommend both from Aden + Anais.

> Shop all Aden + Anais Swaddle Blankets and Sleep Sacks here