Save money on baby products when preparing for baby’s arrival by using a soft, breathable muslin swaddle blanket that is practical and multifunctional. Here are 10 ways to use this newborn must have! Show Thank you Nightingale for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. Newborn EssentialsI am so excited to announce that baby number three will be arriving this June! I remember like it was yesterday when I wrote about What to Expect The Second Time Around. And now we’re doing it again with our third! It truly feels surreal. And what’s even more exciting is the fact that it’s another girl! If you follow me on Instagram, you know how shocked I was when I found out, but ultimately so happy to have a little girl gang of three daughters! In preparation of welcoming our little babe into our family and home, I’m doing things a little differently this time around. We live in a decent sized house where the girls share a bedroom, and our third bedroom is a guest room, office combination. And so, we’ve made the decision to co-sleep the first few months when babe is here, and worry about the nursery later on. We have a bassinet in our master which is what will be working for us in the meantime! As for everything baby — baby products and must haves (this post included) — get ready for it! I know these tips will be useful for you whether you’re a first time mother, looking for advice, or inspiration in general. By using few baby products in different ways, you’ll save money and sleep a little better knowing you’re prepared. Nightingale Baby Products Available on AmazonNightingale is a company that designs their baby products in Canada, which I absolutely love! You can find their products on Amazon.ca (in Canada) and Amazon.com (in the US). You can also shop their products directly from their website. They have modern designs that are simple, sweet, and minimal. I love that their beautiful prints are subtly gender neutral, just in case you are waiting to find out the gender until baby is born! Nightingale’s blankets and washcloths for example make for the sweetest baby shower gift, especially if the baby’s gender is not announced yet. Another reason why I love to support small businesses like Nightingale is because they have such great intentions. 1% of their sales goes to Share The Meal — a United Nations World Food Programme. How wonderful is that?! Shop Nightingale’s Newborn Essentials:10 Ways to Use a Muslin Swaddle Blanket
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Muslin Swaddling Blanket FAQSCan I use a Stuffed Animal Beside My Sleeping or Swaddled Baby?Stuffed animals and toys should only be used for decoration purposes only. Once baby is in their sleeping area (crib, bassinet, etc), and whether they are swaddled or not, all blankets, pillows, toys, and stuffed animals should be removed. This allows for proper airflow, to reduce the risk of SIDS. Can I Use a Muslin Swaddle Blanket as a Bassinet Sheet?Bassinet and playpen companies recommend always using their brand of bassinet sheets that are custom fit to their product. If you decide to use a muslin blanket as a sheet, make sure it is secured on the back side of the bassinet mattress, and that baby is supervised while sleeping to reduce the risk of SIDS or suffocation. Can I Use a Muslin Swaddle Blanket as a Crib Sheet?A muslin blanket would not be nearly large enough to wrap over a crib mattress and safely secured underneath with an elastic band. While baby is sleeping, the blanket could bunch up and cause suffocation. Read more about the risks of SIDS here. Is a Muslin Blanket Safe to Use as a Breastfeeding Cover?Yes, if used correctly. A baby’s face should never be close to, touching, or covered by a fabric. Muslin blankets are light and breathable, but should be used to cover baby only to disguise breastfeeding, in an airy environment with sufficient airflow. How Do I Wash My Muslin Swaddle Blanket?Since muslin blankets are either 100% cotton or made of organic bamboo fabric like the Organic Bamboo Muslin Swaddle Blankets pictured, you’ll need to wash them in cold/warm water, gentle cycle and with like colours. Use a baby detergent, or one that is fragrance free if your baby has sensitive skin. Separate swaddle blankets from baby clothes that have buttons, zippers or velcro to avoid tears and snags. Avoid washing them with towels, which would cause a lint buildup on their delicate material. Avoid using fabric softener. How Do I Get stains Out of Muslin Swaddle Blankets?Avoid using bleach or harsh chemicals. To remove stains, use Oxy Clean Stain Remover, or spot treat using a chlorine-free bleach by gently blotting the soiled area and letting sit for 5 minutes before adding it to a wash. You could also soak the blanket in warm water and a splash of non-chlorine bleach for one hour. Repeat as necessary. Do I Have to Hang Dry Swaddle Blankets?Remove items from your washing machine promptly. You can tumble dry the blankets on low heat in your dryer. Avoid using dryer sheets. When dry, remove promptly from the dryer to fold or roll up and store away. If you have the time, you can hang them to dry, which is my personal preference and seems to keep them smelling fresher. Can I Iron Out Creases in a Muslin Swaddle Blanket?Do not iron or dry clean your muslin swaddle blankets. Refer to the drying instructions above to keep the blankets soft, crease free and wrinkle free. How do you get the most use out of your swaddle blankets? I’d love to know in the comments below! Shop The Post
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