Babies

Infants are swaddled in the hospital because it helps reduce the shock of life outside the safe warmth of the mother’s womb.

Not only does swaddling help to keep the baby warm during their early months of life, but it can help them from being startled by their own movements.

Being wrapped snugly and securely also helps minimize waking episodes and crying fits.

Experts recommend that newborns get 16 – 18 hours of sleep, and after three months, babies need about 15 hours of sleep in every 24 hour period.