Swaddling clothes

During Biblical times babies were swaddled, that doesn't mean they were simply wrapped in a blanket. Swaddling was a ritual done for all legitimate babies born to married parents and included several steps including the salting of the baby. An illegitimate baby could not be salted or swaddled. The swaddling was done by first placing the washed baby diagonally on a swaddle cloth. The infant was then rubbed with a small amount of finely powdered salt mixed with olive oil. The cloth was then…

Swaddling is the topic of the hour. Some experts say it can be harmful to your baby's development,and advise against it completely - yet the technique has been used by cultures around the world for thousands of years. The topic has been recently revi

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Learn about the three best ways to swaddle a baby. Plus, find out which babies you shouldn't swaddle and when you should stop swaddling.

What on Earth are swaddling clothes? Yes they were what Mary wrapped around the newborn baby Jesus but they also have other symbolic meanings to the story of the nativity. Read about it in our newest Daily Feature! (link in bio)

You've also heard the term "swaddling clothes" a thousand times. But today, you'll learn some details you never knew.

Newborn swaddles help newborns feel secure and sleep better. This ultimate guide covers everything you need to know.

Rabbi Jason Sobel recently delivered a fascinating take on the significance of baby Jesus being placed in swaddling clothes after his […]

As a new parent you will quickly learn the benefits of swaddling, the main one being it helps soothe and comfort your baby. But today we wanted to share five of the biggest benefits of swaddling with you. Understand the benefits of swaddling your baby. Swaddling comforts your baby. As a baby transitions to a new worl