As a first time mom, trying to swaddle with a blanket was an absolute nightmare, my husband and I just couldn't figure it out and baby kept wiggling out of the blanket. We bought several different types of swaddle sacks, but the sleepea is hands down the best swaddle we have tried.
I am going to put the review I wish I found when looking for a swaddle:
1. Material: Very light weight and soft. We live in Florida and baby boy was born right in the middle of summer, so we were also worried about him being too hot, but the mesh venting helps keep him cool and makes us feel so at ease. We have not had any skin irritation issues with this swaddle at all.
2. Velcro: the Velcro portion that swaddles the baby is amazing and such a genius concept. It makes it ease to get baby in the swaddle snug and at a comfort level that they like. The Velcro is also very quiet compared to other types of Velcro. It does still make noise, so don't be fold thinking it's noiseless.
3. Fit: The other swaddle sacks have so much fabric and bunched up near his face, which made me so nervous. The Sleepea is designed so well that it does not bunch up near the babies face and fits them very well. I noticed on other swaddles the zippers hit under their chin or rub against their neck, but there is a little zipper garage (lol not sure what it called) that covers the zipper, so it doesn't touch their face.
4. Usability: It really lives up to the name "5-second swaddle", it is that quick and east to get your baby into the swaddle. Our baby does occasionally get his arm out of the swaddle (he is a little Houdini), but the design keeps his hand in the sack still, but we do at times find his fingers poking out of the top (he is 3 months old, so he wants his fingers in his mouth constantly). But, it's not that much of an issue, and it doesn't seem to bother him. I also love that we can continue using the swaddle with his arms out when he starts rolling as there are little plastic buttons on the sides, so you can put their arms through.
Overall, our baby boy absolutely loves it. We made the mistake of only buying 1 in the beginning and ended up buying 3 newborn sizes and 3 of the next size up.
Our baby is now 3 months and uses this swaddle for every nap and at night. He loves it so much that when he is swaddled, he instantly calms down and falls asleep in a matter of minutes.
If you are a first time parent (or even if you aren't) I cannot recommend this swaddle enough.
Happiest Baby Sleepea 5-Second Swaddle - 100% Organic Cotton Baby Swaddle Blanket - Doctor Designed Promotes Healthy Hip Deve
4.5 | 3,470 ratings
Price: 62.97
Last update: 12-23-2024
About this item
“#1 Swaddle” New York Times: Rated America’s best baby swaddle, our Sleepea was designed by top pediatrician and the world’s leading swaddling expert, Dr. Harvey Karp. Perfect for healthy, growing hips (International Hip Dysplasia Institute seal of approval).
100% Organic Cotton: Made from luxuriously soft organic cotton that is safe for babies. Includes extra-quiet Velcro for escape-proof security and 2-way zipper that opens from top or bottom for easy midnight nappy changes.
More Infant Sleep: Our baby swaddle sack prevents startles and boosts babies’ sleep quality with special inner flaps that give the snug embrace your baby boy or girl loved in the womb. Arm openings can unsnap to allow for arms out. Great transitional swaddle for arms free independent sleep training.
“5-Second Baby Swaddle”: The Happiest Baby Sleepea Swaddle is the easiest, safest, fastest, escape-proof baby swaddle sleep sack. It promotes self-soothing and keeps babies sleeping longer than other swaddle wraps. Breathable mesh at shoulders and legs to reduce risky overheating.
Newborn Bundle contains two size small and one size medium. *Sleepea is not for use in SNOO Smart Sleeper and would not prevent risky rolling. In SNOO, please only use a SNOO Sack.
100% Organic Cotton: Made from luxuriously soft organic cotton that is safe for babies. Includes extra-quiet Velcro for escape-proof security and 2-way zipper that opens from top or bottom for easy midnight nappy changes.
More Infant Sleep: Our baby swaddle sack prevents startles and boosts babies’ sleep quality with special inner flaps that give the snug embrace your baby boy or girl loved in the womb. Arm openings can unsnap to allow for arms out. Great transitional swaddle for arms free independent sleep training.
“5-Second Baby Swaddle”: The Happiest Baby Sleepea Swaddle is the easiest, safest, fastest, escape-proof baby swaddle sleep sack. It promotes self-soothing and keeps babies sleeping longer than other swaddle wraps. Breathable mesh at shoulders and legs to reduce risky overheating.
Newborn Bundle contains two size small and one size medium. *Sleepea is not for use in SNOO Smart Sleeper and would not prevent risky rolling. In SNOO, please only use a SNOO Sack.
Product information
| Package Dimensions | 10.08 x 8.11 x 4.21 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 2.05 pounds |
| Department | Unisex Baby |
| Manufacturer | Happiest Baby |
| ASIN | B09SSTPGMM |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Item model number | 2191BLXX102-W |
| Customer Reviews |
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| Best Sellers Rank | #1,232 in Baby (See Top 100 in Baby) #34 in Nursery Swaddling Blankets |
| Date First Available | February 18, 2022 |
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Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2024
PROS:
- MORE SLEEP! Total. Game. Changer. My baby slept longer stretches of time with the swaddle on vs. without. And this was the only swaddle that did the trick. We tried dozens! But baby always managed to get the arms out and wake up. This one holds their arms perfectly (thanks to the inner bands with Velcro) and provides the security and soothing that this thousand year long tradition promotes
- SO EASY TO USE: it’s so practical to just put velcros together and zip them. Others we tried were confusing, much like doing it with a blanket. My husband and I just aren’t that talented!
- EXCELLENT QUALITY: Quality is amazing. Soft and breathable fabric, not to thick, not to light either, we’ve washed it repeatedly and still great for our second child! Same with the Velcro. Still in perfect shape after 4-5 months use
- SMART DESIGN FOR EXTENDED USE: Unlike other competitor products, this one allows you to unsap the arm openings, so you can remove one or two arms when baby starts rolling (at around 4 months) and it’s not safe for them to be fully swaddled. So you can extend its use to 5-6 months
- DON’T HAVE TO UNSWADDLE FOR DIAPER CHANGE. Two way-zipper has come in super handy when a diaper change was needed in the middle of the night. And a nice detail: the zipper is covered at the end so it doesn’t make contact with baby’s chin. They’ve really thought of everything!
CONS:
I honestly don’t have a single bad thing to say about this swaddle
BOTTOM LINE: Buy this swaddle for your newborn! You won’t regret it. In fact, buy more than one.
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