{"id":5213,"date":"2023-11-07T16:33:05","date_gmt":"2023-11-07T16:33:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mabelslabels.com\/blog\/?p=5213"},"modified":"2023-11-15T18:55:49","modified_gmt":"2023-11-15T18:55:49","slug":"receiving-blankets-for-baby","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mabelslabels.com\/blog\/2023\/11\/07\/receiving-blankets-for-baby\/","title":{"rendered":"Receiving Blankets for Babies: Are They Worth the Hype?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Any new mom knows that you get a lot of receiving blankets for baby, perhaps a pack of two, tucked into almost every baby shower gift you receive. \u00a0I recall, as a new mom, wondering what a receiving blanket is really used for and why they are the go-to gift. To my surprise, the blankets I received became one of the most hard-working baby items we had! We used many daily and for a wide variety of jobs!<\/p>\n

What are receiving blankets used for?<\/h6>\n

A receiving blanket is typically made from a lightweight, breathable material, usually printed in cute patterns and a variety of pastel colors. Receiving blankets have a wide variety of uses:<\/p>\n

-Wrapping baby (more on that later!)
\n-A nursing blanket
\n-A stroller cover (see safety tips!).
\n-A tummy time rug
\n-A burp cloth
\n-A last-minute emergency wipe
\n-A makeshift changing mat
\n-A game of peek-a-boo!<\/p>\n

Receiving blankets are a versatile and essential item for any new parent. Plus, you\u2019ll likely find uses for them well beyond the newborn years! My daughter currently swaddles her baby dolls in the same blankets she was swaddled in (be still my heart<\/em>!).<\/p>\n

Is a receiving blanket and a swaddle blanket the same?<\/h6>\n

No, a receiving blanket and a swaddle blanket are not the same, although in my house, they were interchangeable, so don\u2019t get too hung up on the difference. \u00a0Both types of blankets are used to wrap your little ones, a receiving blanket is typically a larger, thinner blanket used for general purposes such as laying the baby on for playtime or covering the baby while breastfeeding. Receiving blankets are typically 30 x 30<\/p>\n

A swaddle blanket, on the other hand, is specifically designed to wrap an infant tightly. A swaddle wrap imitates the tight, secure, and cozy feeling of being in the womb. This cozy feeling prevents your baby from startling themselves awake with their own uncontrollable arm movements. Swaddle blankets are usually made from a stretchy material to help with the wrap and are slightly bigger in size than receiving blankets.<\/p>\n

These days, most parents opt for a sleep sack or a premade swaddle with buttons or Velcro wings instead of the blanket. These products are equally as cute and easier to use than mastering burrito wrap, which can come undone and be a safety hazard.<\/p>\n

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Stamp babies name onto the blanket in case it gets left behind somewhere!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Are blankets safe for the baby?<\/h6>\n

Yes, parents have been wrapping babies forever, so receiving blankets is safe for babies. They are typically made from lightweight and breathable materials that provide a layer of warmth and comfort without overheating the baby. \u00a0However, as with any baby item, it is important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for proper use and care.<\/p>\n

Here are a few safety tips to follow:<\/h6>\n