Baby Blanket Uses & Options

A silky soft baby blanket does more than keep your child warm: it adds style to the nursery and can coordinate with other baby accessories for a designer look. Baby blankets are also useful for nursing or having a clean place to change a diaper when you're away from home. After your child becomes a toddler and even a small kid, a favorite baby blanket may become an important "Silkie", used by your child for comfort and security.

How to Swaddle a Baby with a Blanket
You may find that your baby likes to be swaddled. Some newborns and preemies feel more secure when they're tucked into a blanket in the traditional swaddle. They may cry less and sleep more soundly when swaddled in a blanket. To swaddle your child, spread out the baby blanket and fold over one corner of it. Put Baby face up on the blanket with her head on the folded corner. Wrap the left hand corner over the baby and tuck it under, then bring up the bottom of the blanket over her feet. Next, wrap the right side of the blanket around the baby. Don't cover your baby's face, and don't wrap her tightly. Some babies respond to swaddling, because the snugness feels good: the baby feels contained. But some infants like to have their arms and legs free to move around: a baby who doesn't like to be swaddled will let you know by struggling, crying or thrashing out of the blanket. Swaddling is only for babies who like the feel of the blanket around their bodies: infants who don't like to be swaddled shouldn't be.

Options in Newborn Blankets
There are as many baby blanket styles as there are children, and it's tough to choose between them because they're all wonderful. Romantic toile baby blankets or fun, playful designs such as retro dots, animal prints or camouflage are all available in luxurious minky fabrics. For the perfect newborn gift, you may decide to have a baby blanket handmade. All of Soft Silkies Blankets by Brenda blankets are all handmade and can be customized to compliment any decor. Be sure to check out our fabrics page on our website. We have over 50 fabrics to choose from. Wrap yourself or someone you love in luxury.