Let’s face it ─ whether having their first baby or their third ─ moms can agree that their little ones require a lot of clothes and accessories. So, when the time comes to pick out blankets for your baby, you may think that it will be a piece of cake, right? Not necessarily, as the choices you’ll have to make for your little one are plentiful. Between blankets designed specifically for baby’s protection against the harsh elements of weather, receiving blanket and swaddling blankets ─ it’s very easy for parents to become overwhelmed with all of the different types of brands and varieties available.
When I recently received a sample set of the new aden + anais® Up, Up and Away Classic Swaddle blankets, I couldn’t get over the multitude of good uses that this set provided. They work perfectly as a stroller cover on a sunny day; a handy shield for breastfeeding; and if all your burp cloths are in the laundry, they make a perfect substitute. Made from 100% cotton muslin, these four soft swaddle blankets are breathable, helping to reduce the risk of your little one overheating.
Their generous size (47” x 47”) makes swaddling very easy. (Each set also includes written instructions and illustrations on how to safely swaddle your newborn.) Their durability was a standout, as they easily withstood numerous trips to my washing machine. To my surprise, the more I washed the blankets, the softer they felt, making them an ideal snuggle blanket companion as baby grows and becomes attached to a “security” blanket.
The aden + anais® Up, Up and Away Classic Swaddle blanket set features adorable tiny turtles being lifted by umbrellas, with soft pastel colors of pale and light greens and tans. Other aden + anais® sets are designed with delightful patterns depicting friendly little critters including frogs, bumblebees, caterpillars and fish, in all different colors. They easily combine with all of your baby gear, and they will quickly become an essential addition to your little one’s wardrobe.
Retailing at $49.95, the aden + anais® Up, Up and Away Classic Swaddle blanket collection can be purchased at specialty retailers nationwide or online. For further information, please visit their website at www.adenandanais.com.
Jennifer Lacey is a freelance journalist/editor specializing in pregnancy and parenting. Her work has been featured in numerous national and regional publications and websites. Recently, she is proud to have debuted two blogs combining her decades-long experience and love for all things baby and children’s literature, for a new audience, and she invites you to visit A Modest Momma’s Musings for Little Readers and A Modest Momma’s Musings.
