Swaddling your newborn might feel like wrestling a tiny octopus into submission, especially when those little arms keep breaking free at 3AM. Many new parents abandon the practice entirely, convinced their baby "hates" being wrapped up, not realizing they're mistaking the process for the result.

Swaddling recreates the cozy containment babies experienced in the womb, helping them adjust to sleeping on their backs - a position that feels unnatural to them but keeps them safe. When babies spend nine months curled up in a ball and suddenly find themselves flat on their backs with arms and legs free to flail, their startle reflex takes over, waking them repeatedly throughout the night. The right swaddling technique addresses this disconnect between what feels natural to babies and what keeps them safe during sleep.

Join me this week to learn the power of proper swaddling. You'll discover why that "fighting" during the swaddling process doesn't mean your baby hates being swaddled, and learn exactly when and how to transition away from swaddling as your baby grows. Most importantly, you'll gain confidence in creating that snug, womb-like environment that helps newborns feel secure and sleep soundly.

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