The "Comfort Care" Baby Sleep System by Swaddlekeeper offers a one size fits all swaddle blanket and one size fits all newborn care video.

Minky
Baby Blue, Baby Pink, Chocolate, Pastel Green
     

Organic Cotton Flannel
Natural

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• SwaddleKeeper is one-size-fits-all (5-22 pounds).
• New Preemie sizing for babies weighing 2-8 pounds, perfect for the NICU setting with open bottom and a low neck opening allowing easy access for tubes and wiring.

Q: Why swaddle?
A: Swaddling has been used for centuries to calm a newborn.  Newborns are used to being nice and snug in your womb and are comforted by a secure swaddle that replicates that feeling.  Not only can swaddling calm a fussy baby, but swaddling also extends sleep periods by decreasing the accidental awaking by the startle reflex and the random movements of the baby's arms when she tries to suck on her hands.

Q: How do I successfully swaddle?
A: In order for a swaddle to be successful, the newborn's arms must be swaddled so that she doesn't wiggle out.  When you first swaddle your newborn, it is not unusual for her to struggle against the swaddling blanket or her crying may increase.  What she is doing is testing your swaddle- she wants to make sure that she is as snug as when she was inside your womb.  As she realizes that she is secure she will settle down thinking that she is "home". 

Q: How long do baby's need to be swaddled?
A: As long as they need to continue to sleep. If a baby is awakening because of the startle reflex and arm movements then she still may need to be swaddled.
 
Q: How do I decrease the chance of SIDS?
A: Always make sure that her sleeping environment is safe. No loose blankets, pillows or stuffed animals near the sleeping area. She should always sleep on her back. Do not prop her on her side or a 'tilt'. Never smoke or allow anyone to smoke around your baby. Sleeping temperature in the room should be 68-72degrees. Do not over bundle your baby so that she doesn't overheat. Make sure that these same guidelines are being followed at other places she may be sleeping like daycare or families houses. More information is available from your doctors the American Academy of Pediatrics and The Sudden Infant Death Alliance
 
Q: Why does the SwaddleKeeper look so small?
A: The Swaddle Keeper was designed to minimize the amount of fabric needed to provide a simple swaddle. The most important part of the swaddle is keeping the arms secure. The specially placed Velcro allows for simple and secure fastening without any tucking or folding. The legs are left open so that your baby can grow, kick and stretch. Also great for diaper changes without un-swaddling. Feet can be covered or uncovered depending on the temperature. Perfect for warm climates.

Kim Stolte, R.N., Certified Happiest Baby on the Block Instructor, Creator of the SwaddleKeeper

Swaddle Keeper Baby Sleep System is located in Hood River, Oregon. Our infant blanket sleeper manufacturing facility is comprised of inventory storage, shipping and sewing area. Most of our sewing is done at the homes of the "Sew-at-Home" Moms and Aunties. That system works for both the sewers and the company, allowing the sewers to complete their sewing at a time that works for their families.

Kim Stolte has been a mom for 21 years (3 boys) and a nurse since 1997. She works as a labor, delivery, postpartum and newborn nurse in Hood River Oregon. She has been teaching Childbirth Education classes since 1998

The design of the Swaddle Keeper infant blanket sleeper, handling the packaging and overseeing the manufacturing has made me constantly aware of the impact on the environment. All the fabric scraps are donated to other companies that use them to sew their products.
Over 1000 Swaddle Keepers donated to non-profits and community family services.

I have been a Registered Nurse and working in Hood River for since 1997 as a Labor, Delivery, and Newborn Nurse. I have also been teaching Childbirth Education Classes during that time. While teaching parents how to swaddle and calm their newborn, I show the video by Dr. Harvey Karp called "Happiest Baby on the Block".

As I watched the parents' expressions while watching the video, the parents would look most intently at the swaddling technique taught by Dr. Karp. His technique is effective, but complicated for a new parent. If the parent didn't have a big enough blanket (especially as the newborn grew) then the swaddle would come undone. That is why I invented the Swaddle Keeper, an infant blanket sleeper that is easy to use, and makes great gifts for new mothers and fathers who want to keep their baby happy and calm.

The Evolution of the product to now be called "Sleep in a Box" Baby Sleep System, Everything new parents need to help them get more.

Did you ever wonder why newborns don't come with an instruction manual? My years of working with new parents has shown me that even if you read every book, watched every video and practiced all the tasks prior to your newborn being born, you will still learn more with hands-on experience during the first few weeks your newborn is home.

But the reality of the first few weeks of changing diapers, breastfeeding, and basic newborn care will take up all your time. Learning to care for your newborn compounded with less sleep can make even the simple tasks seem complicated.

That's why I developed the Baby Sleep System that would help parents during the first few weeks.

The first few weeks you are home with your newborn are filled with learning many parenting tasks. Feeding, changing diapers and making sure she has everything she needs can be exhausting. Especially since new parents are sleeping for short periods of time potentially making these tasks more difficult. I encourage you to sleep when the baby sleeps, take as many naps as possible and delegate any household chores or errands to friends and family.

Your job is to take care of your baby and yourself. If you have other children you can try reading books while resting and having them spend time with the family and friends. The first 1-3 weeks are typically the most tiring. Don't hesitate to ask for help!