After the baby will be delivered, the primary concern here is the warmth and security since the baby is still adopting the life outside the womb of the mother. Swaddling a baby is now the trend in some of the hospitals. The hospital staff is now teaching those mothers on how to properly swaddle the baby. They will teach you all the proper technique in swaddling. Swaddling a baby involves wrapping the baby in a piece of cloth or linen perhaps that could tuck the arms and legs. This may be uncomfortable at first but as soon as the baby is already used to it, then he or she can even sleep soundly at night. A baby that has been swaddled is easier to hold and to transfer from one place to another. Anyways, this is a very common practice for all the newborns. There are studies that have made that swaddling a baby can reduce the risks of having (SIDS) or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. Preventing this syndrome from happening is one of the biggest advantages of swaddling. The age range of the newborn that is high from having SIDS is from its birth until three months.

Why we need to swaddle the baby?
Do I really have to swaddle the baby? Swaddling is really a big help for all household. Have you notice that when a sleeping baby can hear noise, they get easily interrupted or there will be an involuntary movement of the muscles, and this reflex is called startle or Moro reflex. If this will happen, then swaddling the baby is the best intervention. This will now mimic the environment of the mother’s womb, so the baby can feel security. Are you tired of your baby’s fussy movements? Then swaddling the baby will prevent startle or Moro reflex from happening. This will restrict the baby’s movement that creates pressure in the skin. This will also keep the baby sleep on their back so they can get rid of those extra sheets in the crib that might cause SIDS.

Using a baby swaddle blanket will help the baby to reduce the colic. This colic thing is known for keeping the baby awake even at night.

Why should you use swaddle blanket?
But what is really the suggested equipment in swaddling? For how many years past, there are lots of mothers uses swaddle blanket for their newborns. It is because a swaddle blanket will assist the back part of the baby. This will also help the baby to eliminate the loose sheets that is known for causing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). 

Using a swaddle blanket will create an environment just like a mother’s womb. Since the baby is still adjusting to his new environment, then he can feel a state of calmness, secured and comfortable thus promoting sleep and makes them to stop crying.

Since the baby’s hands are kept, then it prevents the baby from scratching their face. A swaddle blanket will also keep the baby in good position as the mother is giving breast feeding. Using this swaddle blanket will help maintain the baby’s temperature. Just make sure that the room is not too hot, so the baby will not get sweat.

How will you swaddle the newborn?
It is best to use swaddle blanket in swaddling. Anyways, if you cannot afford to have a swaddle blanket then a light type of linen and the best one to use is the cotton one. Here are some simple and quick guides for you to follow on how to swaddle a baby;

• Be sure that your baby is wearing light clothing or diaper. A heavy nightgown is not advisable if you will swaddle the baby.
• Fold the linen into a triangle shape then place the receiving it into a flat surface.
• Then place the baby into the linen, and then make sure that the neck if the baby is in the folded corner of the linen.
• Lift the left side of the linen then tuck it under the right side of the newborn.
• Get the lowest part of the linen and put it over the feet of the baby. So that, it will point upward to the legs.
• Then, pick up the right side of the linen and fold it over to the baby. So that the baby will be covered and you can tuck it under the left side of the baby.
• The only part of the baby’s body that is exposing is the head.
• Just make sure that you swaddle the baby snugly and not tightly because it can impede the baby’s circulation.
• If your baby is too jerky, then you can modify your style in swaddling the baby. You can wrap him to its armpits then leave the arms free to allow them move freely but make sure that you are always on their side because there is a tendency that the baby might scratch their face. Or maybe you can use mittens to prevent face scratching from happening.

When is the right time to stop swaddling?
Once the baby will reach three or four months of age, this is now the best time to stop swaddling. During this age, the baby is now able to adjust to his new environment and you don’t need to swaddle them anymore. It is also time for the baby not to be restricted with their movements. It is very necessary for a swaddled baby to develop their muscles in order for them to have strength if they will now learn how to crawl, stand and walk in the near future.

So, there you have it, the guides and some information’s on how you can prevent your baby from scratching their face and help them promote a sound sleep. It is pretty sure that this article can be a big part on your life as mother. Since the first priority of all mothers is the security and comfort of their babies. As they say, being a mother is the most unforgettable moment of a girl’s life.