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5 Reasons Parents Choose Muslin Swaddles for Newborns

Heard of the five Ss to calm a baby, developed by Dr. Harvey Karp?

Swaddling, Side/Stomach position, Shushing, Swinging, and Sucking.

These techniques mimic the womb's comfort to activate innate calming reflex and soothe fussy babies.

Welcoming a newborn comes with countless decisions, and choosing the right swaddle is one of the most important ones. Today, parents are increasingly choosing muslin swaddles for newborns for their softness, breathability, and versatility. Intended to keep babies comfortable and secure without overheating, muslin swaddles are a gentle essential every new parent swears by.

Here’s why they’ve become a must-have in modern nurseries.

Swaddling, Side/Stomach position, Shushing, Swinging, and Sucking.

Reason 1 – Breathable & Gentle on Newborn Skin

For delicate, sensitive baby skin, breathable muslin swaddles are a great choice. The loose weave allows air circulation and reduces overheating, making it the perfect choice to keep your baby comfortable.

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Reason 2 – Perfect for Indian Weather

Considering the hot and humid Indian weather, muslin is a good fabric option for summer swaddles for babies. These lightweight baby swaddles provide temperature regulation and are designed to keep your baby wrapped in comfort. They also work year-round with proper layering.

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Reason 3 – Helps Babies Sleep Better

A happy parent makes a happy baby, and vice versa! Incorporate a comfortable swaddle in your baby sleep routine to ensure longer, calmer baby sleep. Soft, breathable fabrics like muslin mimic womb-like comfort and reduce startle reflex in babies, and thus, ideal for newborn swaddling.

Mom tip: Pamper your baby with a nice, warm oil massage. Follow this with a lukewarm water bath. Put on baby clothes, and then swaddle your baby, and sing a lullaby or nursery rhyme, swinging the little one to sleep.

According to a recent systematic review in Frontiers in Pediatrics, swaddling helps babies sleep longer and decreases arousal from sleep. Swaddles should be snug around the arms but loose enough to allow safe breathing and healthy hip movement.

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Reason 4 – Softens with Every Wash

Cotton muslin swaddles are durable yet increasingly soft for baby skin. The Mom Store also provides soft muslin swaddle blanket options that retain shape and comfort after multiple washes, providing a long-lasting value for parents.

The Mom Store’s premium muslin swaddles are made to stay soft, wash after wash.

Reason 5 – Versatile Beyond Swaddling

With so many baby products in the market, versatility is definitely a brownie point for modern Indian parenting. Muslin swaddles for babies can be used as a muslin towel, baby sheet, nursing cover, stroller blanket, burp cloth, and tummy-time mat. These multiple uses make baby swaddle blanket a good choice for travel and gifting

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) acknowledges swaddling can calm newborns, help them sleep longer and arouse less, mimic the womb, control the startle (Moro) reflex, and encourage back sleeping. Keep safety; stop swaddling when baby shows rolling signs (2-4 months), avoid overheating, ensure loose hips to prevent dysplasia, and always place swaddled infants on their back to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

How To Swaddle a Baby?

Swaddling can help newborns feel secure, but you must do it correctly. Here is a quick guide with newborn swaddling tips that every parent should know.

Do’s	Don’ts
Do get a snug, tight fit around baby's chest and arms	Don't let any fabric cover your baby’s mouth or baby's face
Do introduce swaddling as early as possible	Don't wrap your baby’s legs
Do listen to your baby	Don't place your baby on their stomach while being swaddled
Do add swaddling as part of your bedtime routine Do use breathable muslin swaddles for airflow	Don't swaddle your baby once they start showing signs of rolling over Don't swaddle a baby in thick or synthetic fabrics
Do check baby’s neck or chest for overheating	Don’t overdress or layer heavily under the swaddle

How to Choose the Best Muslin Swaddles for Your Baby

Every parent desires the best for their little one. The Mom Store provides premium muslin swaddles that are

100% cotton muslin
Double-layered fabric to keep baby warm and comfortable
Lightweight (300g)
Skin-safe, non-toxic dyes
Good size (41 x 41 inches- suitable for babies up to 6 months)
Combo pack of two, pack of three available
Multiple prints-Cute Puppy, Jungle King, Moon & Stars, Guess The Animal, Fruity Pineapple, Magical Tree, Little Sunshine, etc.
Trusted baby brand

These features tick all boxes for considering these swaddles as the best muslin swaddles for babies.

Whether you prefer subtle patterns for regular use or playful prints for outings and gifting, The Mom Store muslin swaddles are available in multiple prints to suit your needs!

This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice.

Conclusion

From breathability and softness to sleep support and versatility, muslin swaddles are trusted by parents and doctors for newborns. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and safety, they ease parenting while keeping babies calm and cozy. If you’re looking to buy muslin swaddles online in India, The Mom Store provides beautiful options made with pure love for babies.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is cotton muslin safe for newborns?

Yes, swaddles made from 100% muslin cotton fabric are soft and perfect for delicate baby skin. They allow airflow to keep babies comfortable and happy. Swaddles mimic womb-like comfort and help soothe fussy babies by reducing startle reflex.

How to use a muslin swaddle?

To swaddle your little one with a muslin blanket, lay it flat, fold the top corner down, position the baby with shoulders at the fold, tuck one arm down and wrap the blanket across, bring the bottom up and over, then wrap the remaining side snugly, ensuring hips can move and the top is below the baby’s shoulders for safety.

How do I know if I swaddled right?

If the swaddle is snug over baby’s arms and loose around the hips to allow for baby movement, you are able to insert two to three fingers between the fabric and baby's chest, and the baby isn’t sweaty or flushed, you have swaddled right.

When should I stop swaddling my baby?

It is advised to stop swaddling babies once they attempt to turn, usually around 2-4 months of age.

How many hours a day should a newborn be swaddled?

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends to keep babies swaddled for 12–20 hours each day for the initial few weeks after birth; this helps keep babies relaxed.

Is swaddling recommended for preterm babies?

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, preterm infants develop better neuromuscular control, less physiological distress, and more self-regulatory abilities when they are swaddled.

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