Swaddling is one of the best ways to help your newborn baby feel snug, secure, and comforted— similar to how they felt in the womb. Two of the most popular options for swaddles are stretch swaddles and muslin swaddles, each with its own unique benefits. Let’s break them down so you can choose the best fit for your little one.
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A stretch swaddle is usually made from a blend of organic cotton with a touch of elastane. The cotton makes it breathable whilst the elastane gives a bit of stretch, making it easy to wrap up your baby snugly while still giving them some wiggle room.
Why you’ll love it:
1. Perfect for newborns who love being tightly swaddled – It mimics the feeling in the womb, helping babies to feel secure and settled.
2. Helps prevent the startle reflex – Keeps little arms tucked in, so sudden jerks won’t wake them up.
3. Super easy to wrap and re-wrap – The stretchiness makes it simple to get a snug fit that generally stays more snug for longer.
4. Doubles as a lightweight blanket or nursing cover – Soft and cozy enough for multiple uses.
5. Great for cooler weather – The fabric is a bit thicker, offering extra warmth at night.
Check out our beautiful Jersey cotton stretch swaddle range, all hand illustrated in Australia.
Muslin swaddles are made from airy, breathable cotton that feels delicate but gets softer with every wash. They’re known for their lightweight, open weave that helps regulate temperature.
Why you’ll love it:
1. Perfect for warm weather – The breathable fabric keeps your baby cool and comfy, which makes them perfect for Australian climate.
2. Multi-use – Use it as a swaddle, burp cloth, stroller shade, play mat, or nursing cover.
3. Gives babies a bit more movement – Unlike stretch swaddles, muslin allows for a looser wrap, letting little arms and legs move more freely.
4. Great for transitioning out of swaddling – Because it’s not as tight, it’s a gentle way to ease your baby into sleeping without a swaddle.
5. Gets softer with every wash – The more you use it, the cozier it becomes.
Our Muslin swaddles are made from 100% Organic muslin cotton and each unique design comes in a lovely little bag, perfect for gifting and everyday use.
Which One Should You Choose?
Many parents find that having a mix of both swaddles is the perfect solution! Use a stretch swaddle for bedtime when your baby needs extra security, and a muslin swaddle for daytime naps and versatility.
Need a snug, womb-like wrap? Go with a stretch swaddle.
Looking for a breathable, all-purpose swaddle? Muslin is your best bet.
Want something warm and cozy for sleep? Stretch swaddles keep babies snug at night.
Need a lightweight option for naps or travel? Muslin swaddles are perfect for on-the-go.
It really depends on your baby’s needs and what works best for your family.
For Newborn babies we recommend a stretch swaddle for cozy swaddling and restful sleep as well as a few muslin swaddles because of how versatile they are, for on-the-go nursing, window covers, pram covers and as a light blanket.
Stretch swaddles and muslin swaddles are also a beautiful, very useful baby gift idea, because you will use them everyday with your bub.
Our ranges of swaddles-
Stretch swaddles:
The company is the world’s best Stretchy cotton jersey swaddle wrap supplier. We are your one-stop shop for all needs. Our staff are highly-specialized and will help you find the product you need.
Check out our beautiful Jersey cotton stretch swaddle range, all hand illustrated in Australia. Perfect for newborn babies, baby showers and gift ideas. We recommend getting a few, so if one is in the wash, you have another on hand (which will come in handy, trust us!)
Muslin swaddles:
Our Muslin swaddles are made from 100% Organic muslin cotton and each unique design comes in a lovely little bag, perfect for gifting and everyday use. We make our muslin swaddles a little bigger so you can also use them as flat cot sheets when its suitable and safe for bedding, so you will keep and use them for many years to come.
For a full coordinated look, match your swaddles with our beautiful cot bedding range
Choosing the right swaddle depends on your baby’s comfort needs, but both swaddles offer the security and warmth needed for peaceful sleep.
Imagine feeling nice and warm and snug as a bug……then all of a sudden you are out in a big wide world, without the comfort you have become so used to! While it is impossible to know how babies feel when they have been used to the warmth of the womb, this might give you an idea of why babies love being wrapped and warm! Swaddling your baby can help them to feel comforted, mimicking the familiarity of being bundled up inside the womb. Swaddle wraps use your baby’s own body to provide comfort while they rest. We have a variety of options to choose from when it comes to swaddling, so how do you know what will work best for you? Read on to learn a bit more about the different swaddle options from Snuggle Hunny, across organic muslin and jersey cotton.
Snuggle Hunny Organic Muslin Wraps are made from the finest quality certified organic cotton muslin. The fabric is lightweight and breathable and super soft and gentle on your little one’s skin. They are a simple and beautiful way to swaddle your baby and would make the perfect gift for a new baby or an expecting mum!
Muslin Wraps are thinner when compared with a jersey cotton wrap, which makes them perfect for warmer days, or warmer climates when you still want to be able to swaddle your baby but need to take care not to let them overheat.
Organic Muslin Wraps also have the benefit of being multi-functional, being used as a swaddle wrap, lightweight blanket, pram blanket, comforter, nursing shield or change mat and are a large 120cm x 120cm size.
You can also read about 10 unexpected ways to use our Organic Muslin Wrap, that you might not have thought of: https://www.snugglehunnykids.com.au/blog/10-unexpected-ways-to-use-our-organic-muslin-wrap .
Snuggle Hunny Jersey Wraps are made from 100% soft cotton jersey and printed in a range of unique colours and prints exclusive to Snuggle Hunny. They are slightly thicker than a muslin swaddle and have the added benefit of some stretch, which can make them easier to work with, and provide a bit of extra snuggle. Perfect if your baby is extra wriggly, or you need some extra time to get your swaddle technique down pat.
Because jersey is thicker, they provide more warmth than their muslin cousin, making a Jersey Wrap a good choice for when you need a little extra warmth and snuggle for your baby.
Our Jersey Wraps are slightly smaller than our Muslin Wrap (100 x 100 cm compared with 120 x 120cm) and they come with matching beanies or topknots. They are ideal for wrapping your baby, can be used as a blanket for the cot/bassinet, as a nursing shield or even as a snuggly blankie. Jersey wraps are versatile, durable and one of the most used items in the life of a newborn. Our easy-care Jersey Wraps are machine washable, on a cold gentle cycle, and require no ironing.
Now that you know the differences between the wraps, you are ready to start swaddling and snuggling with your bub! Snuggle Hunny have a range of beautiful wraps in lots of amazing prints and colours on their website. You can find them here….
Jersey Wraps: https://www.snugglehunnykids.com.au/baby-wraps-swaddles/baby-jersey-wraps/
Muslin Wraps: https://www.snugglehunnykids.com.au/baby-wraps-swaddles/organic-muslin-wraps/
While you are there, you can also check out their high-quality, GOTS certified organic Clothing.: https://www.snugglehunnykids.com.au/organic-clothing/
Contact us to discuss your requirements of Kitchen Textiles. Our experienced sales team can help you identify the options that best suit your needs.