Mothers and pediatricians often argue about changing babies. Some believe that their little body needs freedom for the proper development of babies, while others believe that tight wrapping in diapers gives the baby the opportunity to sleep peacefully. However, few will object to the use of a warm blanket for a walk - by wrapping your baby in it, you can be sure that he will not freeze. And at home, a thin and soft blanket will definitely come in handy.
It is necessary
- - duvet or duvet;
- - duvet cover;
- - tape;
- - anatomical blanket.
Instructions
Step 1
Choose the right swaddling blanket. At home, it is convenient to use thin knitwear or bike models. They are also suitable for a summer walk. In the cold season, you will need warm duvets or woolen blankets. For hygiene reasons, slip them into cotton duvet covers.
Step 2
It is most convenient to wrap the baby in an "envelope" - then, if necessary, you can cover his face with a free corner of the blanket. Dress your baby appropriately for the weather, or wrap him in a thin, warm diaper. You can put on a cap or hat on your head.
Step 3
Spread the blanket out on a flat surface. You can put a thin diaper on top of it. Place the child in the middle so that one of the corners is over his head. Tuck the bottom corner, covering the baby's legs with it. Straighten the baby's arms and wrap the right side of the blanket tightly around his body, gently tucking in and out the edge. Be careful not to create wrinkles that can get in the way of your baby.
Step 4
Unfold the left edge, stretch it and cross it to the right, making sure that it completely overlaps the right edge and the folded bottom corner of the blanket. If swaddling a baby is too loose, the blanket may unroll. Tuck the corner of the left edge inside the folds. For security, secure the baby roll with a strong tape and tie it with a bow.
Step 5
The latest innovation in the field of swaddling is a soft knitted anatomically shaped blanket. You can buy such a thing in a specialized store, and it's not difficult to sew it yourself. The advantage of such a diaper is the complete freedom of the baby's legs - he can move them freely, but he will never unfold the blanket on his own and will not freeze.
Step 6
It is very easy to properly wrap the baby in an anatomical blanket - while the bundle will look nice and neat. Spread the blanket out on a changing table or other horizontal surface. Place the baby in the center of the structure. Tuck the inner "petals" of the diaper under the baby's body, placing them on top of the straightened arms.
Step 7
Tuck your baby's legs into a special free pocket located at the bottom of the blanket. Wrap the right edge of the diaper around the baby's body, gather the left one a little and also wrap it tightly around the resulting bundle. Straighten the folds. The child is wrapped securely, and the structure itself does not require additional fixation in the form of pins or ribbons.
