Muslin Cotton Swaddling Cloths are a Family Tradition
I was talking with my mom over the weekend letting her know how much my sister-in-law loved the Aden and Anais swaddling blankets we gave her for the birth of her fourth child, our second niece. My mom told me that while muslin swaddling wraps are really popular with modern moms, my great grandmother, better known as Granny, used muslin cloths to swaddle her children and grandchildren. The material is breathable, stretches and is great for securing a snug wrap that will keep baby’s arms and legs tucked in. Believe me, if Granny did it, it is worth considering.
Granny was an amazing figure of strength in my family and had wisdom that takes a lifetime to acquire. I admired her faith and her compassion, which were apparent in all she did. Born in 1912, she saw a lot in her lifetime. She lived much of her life in poverty and hardship, but was always giving to others. One of the ways she served her poor farming community was by acting as a midwife. She delivered many babies in a time when you had to boil water for sterilization and signal an ambulance by ringing a huge emergency bell in the yard.
The woman knew how to deliver a baby and get it to sleep without any fancy methods. She tore apart old cotton muslin sheets to make tried-and-true homemade swaddling wraps. She knew that swaddled babies sleep best.
Granny died a few years ago and our family really misses her. I carry on many of the things she taught me and hope that when we are blessed enough to have our own children, they will continue to carry on her legacy of faith and strength. Whenever I wrap them in muslin swaddling blankets I will remember Granny.
For unique swaddling blankets in mod fashion (and we promise they’re not made of old sheets) check out blanketmybaby.com’s selection of Aden and Anais muslin cotton wraps.
Aden and Anais Video Review
We wanted to pass on this great video review done by our friends at EmbellishedMom.com. We’ve tried to tell you the amazing benefits of aden + anais blankets, but if you don’t believe us, here’s someone else’s word for it.
The video goes to show just how big these blankets are. You don’t really appreciate the full 47″ x 47″ untilit’s compared to another blanket. Because of it’s great size, these blankets are great for swaddling.
As of now, our stock of aden & anais has been running out because everyone is buying them up! Our $38.94 sale price is one of the best on the internet, since they normally retail for $44 a 4 pack. Combine that with our $5 flat rate shipping, and you have a fantastic deal! While our stock is diminishing, we plan on adding to it soon with many new patterns as well. Be sure to come back and check them out!
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We keep getting fantastic reviews from everyone who has purchased aden + anais muslin swaddling wraps. In fact, their fame is going international! Ok, I guess they’ve already been international since they were created by two Australian mothers. But, they are going international from Blanket My Baby. A recent buyer on our site loved them so much that she couldn’t stop raving about them to her mother, who lives in Canada. Thus, mama is going to buy a 4 pack for older sister who is expecting. I believe she is unsure of gender and so she is going with neutral colors, either sage or black and white. Both are safe choices and both will do a super job at swaddling. With winter coming up, the wood burning stove will be a blazing in Canada country. The lightweight, open weave muslin fabric is perfect to keep a baby warm and cozy without overheating. Check out our whole selection of in stock aden and anais blankets on sale now! They are only $38.95, and we are offering $5 flat rate shipping. So, save when you buy 2!
aden + anais sage 4 pack
aden + anais black and white 4 pack
Benefits of Sleep Sacks and Baby Sleeping Bags
Wearable baby blankets, including sleep sacks and baby sleeping bags are convenient for parents and comfortable for babies. Typically the blankets keep the feet tucked in and zip, button, snap or velcro up the front. They solve the age-old problem of babies kicking off the blanket and waking up cold or tangled. They also help reduce the risk of SIDS by keeping blankets away from the face. Sleep sacks offer a great transition phase from swaddling to big-kid blanket.
Sleep sacks can be loose or tight at the bottom. Some allow wiggle room for the feet and others function more like a swaddling blanket. As for the arms - sleep sacks can be sleeveless, short-sleeved, long-sleeved or may tuck arms in with a swaddling feature.
When deciding on a sleep sack, it’s important to consider the temperature of the baby’s room and the season of the year. Sleep sacks are available in many fabrics and may range from thick winter fleece to thin summer-appropriate cotton mesh.
Blanketmybaby.com carries several varieties of baby sleeping bags and sleep sacks in colors including blue, pink, green, yellow, white and more. BMB offers several unique SwaddleDesigns fuzzy sleep sacks with satin trim and various Aden and Anais cotton muslin baby sleeping bags. BMB also sells the handmade Sleep Pea Pods, which could be used as a swaddle blanket or sleep sack.
Pictured: Swaddle Designs Mod Circles Print, Aden and Anais Bee Print
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Check out our new Aden and Anais swaddling blankets, and come back often because we are busy adding more.
Winter Warmth 2 Pack
aden + anais double layer wraps will allow you to safely swaddle your baby knowing they will sleep comfortably and securely during the cooler weather. We use the softest, open-weave natural fibers that help your baby’s body temperature adjust naturally, so your baby will remain snugly and warm, without overheating..
Why Muslin Cotton?
Muslin is a unique cotton fabric first introduced into England in the late 17th century. Muslin has a light, open weave that allows air to flow seamlessly through the material. The soft natural fibers allow your baby’s body temperature to adjust naturally, eliminating over-heating, but ensuring warmth and comfort.
aden and anais products were developed by two Aussie mothers who moved to the United States in 1996. Muslin wraps, which were a staple for Australian moms, were hard to find in the U.S. They brought a little bit of Aussie style with them and now produce several varieties of soft, muslin cotton breathable fabric blankets.
Aden and Anais Swaddling 2 Pack
