Unlike some swaddling blankets, it has no press studs or Velcro that could potentially come loose and scratch baby's delicate skin during the night.
Research shows that the Miracle Blanket helps to relieve colic by providing a gentle even pressure around the abdomen.
Swaddling makes breast-feeding so much easier by keeping baby's arms and legs secured and comfy. They are easier to position and it calms fractious babies.
The Moro Reflex is the tendency of infants to "jump" or startle themselves awake for no apparent reason. Most babies do this to some extent; by swaddling, this reflex can be virtually eliminated.
Infants have a natural instinct when born to try to find a nipple, this is called "the rooting response" . If bedding touches their faces during the night they awaken and become frustrated when they cannot find the potential food source. Swaddling your baby correctly greatly reduces the rooting response.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I stop swaddling?
There are many differing opinions on this. We think 3 to 4 months is a good time to stop. As a rule of thumb, baby will let you know that he/she has had enough of swaddling after a few months...this is time to stop. If your baby loves being swaddled after 4 months, studies show that's fine. Some cultures swaddle beyond 12 months. However, the chance of problems with 'loose bedding accidents' does increase when baby is old enough to struggle free of the Miracle Blanket and turn over on their own.
What is colic?
Some of the most popular theories are: 1) Gas pains. 2) Digestion difficulty due to undeveloped digestive system. 3) The shock of being suddenly 'out of the womb' (over stimulation).
