Swaddling and Wrapping Baby

Swaddling (wrapping your baby) can provide your baby comfort when they are fussy, reduce crying, and help your baby develop longer sleep patterns. However, swaddling is no longer recommended for unsupervised sleep, which is when both you and your baby are sleeping, because of the risk of your baby overheating or the blanket covering their mouth, raising the risk of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). In addition, swaddling your baby can disrupt the healthy development of your baby's hip joints by keeping their legs straight and still for too long.  

To learn about the pros and cons of swaddling, swaddling products, and how to swaddle your baby safely and properly if you choose to do it, please visit the resources below. 

• HealthyFamiliesBC - Baby safety at home (say no to swaddling subheading)

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• American Academy of Pediatrics - Swaddling: is it safe?

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• Winnipeg Regional Health Authority - Safer Swaddling