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Swaddling BlanketsIt has been an age old tradition to swaddle an infant, as mothers have taken on this technique throughout history to soothe their infants. It has been shown that past records would suggest, that swaddling was first developed around four thousand B.C; within central Asia. Over time swaddling clothing had become more elaborate, especially for children from a wealthier family. However, you don’t need to be wealthy to afford to buy swaddling blankets for your infant; in this day and age, many mass market and online retailers offer several swaddling blankets for you to choose from. Much like the days of the past, swaddling blankets have become extremely popular methods of soothing an irritable infant. The confinement of the swaddling blanket is said to provide warmth and security for an infant, who has just recently been born. Some of the most common swaddling blankets are simple flannelette or soothingly soft receiving blankets. In some medical studies; it has shown that swaddling an infant; appears to be a positioning technique that is proven to enhance neuromuscular development in low birth weight infants; and may have a role in lowering the risk of SIDS. It is also shown that when a parent swaddles their infant, the baby tends to sleep longer between awakening; and stays in the much needed REM sleep much longer. When you are looking for that perfect swaddling blanket, you have many to choose from. While some may be simple blankets, that will need to be tucked within itself; and is easily kicked free by an infant that is moving. Others have attached velcro or ties, that will help to maintain the swaddled position of your infant during naps. It is important however, much like any other item that is purchased for your child; for you to read consumer reports, as well as to follow the safety trends of many other parents. It is extremely important for you to know which swaddling blanket is safe for your child to sleep in, as your more simple of blankets may pose a threat of suffocation if kicked off by your infant. Once the safety of your child has been met, it is then time to choose the style that you would like. Whether you prefer velcro or ties to secure the swaddle around your child, or the fabric that it is made of; during the summer you should opt for a lighter material, while during the winter you may wish to purchase a flannel like fabric to keep your infant warmer.
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