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(More customer reviews)Edited: My son measured 14 lbs, 23.5 inches a week ago (75th percentile for height). The last few times I've swaddled him he's wiggled his legs out of the pocket at the bottom of the swaddle wrap, so he might be getting close to it's maximum range of use. I wouldn't call him overly active, and just wanted to add this comment in case it was a concern for anyone looking into this wrap. It's not a problem for me as the weather is warm and kicking out of the pocket does not affect the swaddle on the arms. Really, this wrap is so lightweight, it's not providing any more than a lightweight covering. I'd probably knock my rating down to four stars for not accommodating a longer (or older) infant. There is no way this will last him until 12 weeks as the product literature suggests. Additionally, with a previous child, I swaddled longer than 12 weeks. This swaddle wrap does not allow for extended swaddling if the leg pocket is used.
I've tried many different swaddlers: Halo Innovations Sleepsack Swaddle 100% Cotton, Cream, Small, Kiddopotamus SwaddleMe Microfleece, and Aden & Anais Safari Friends Swaddle Wraps 4 Pack, and now the Miracle Blanket. I'd have to say of the four methods, the Miracle Blanket holds the most secure swaddle, especially on my larger (90th percentile), and active 8 week old baby.
The instructions indicate that this blanket can be used from birth to 12 weeks. There is no weight range given. Despite having no velcro or snaps, the method of folding keeps the baby in a solid swaddle. First the baby is placed on the open swaddle blanket, which is shaped like a 'T'. There are two wing shaped flaps that fold over the baby's arms, then baby's legs are tucked into a pocket. Finally, one arm of the 'T' is wrapped around the body of the baby. The end of the flap will end up in different places depending on the size of your baby. This method, although very a secure swaddle, is a bit more complicated than the Halo or the SwaddleMe. Although it is probably less complicated than when using a traditional square blanket to swaddle.
The fabric is a good quality knit that stretches, but not to excess. I like that you can leave the baby's legs out of the pocket if you should so desire (hot weather, etc). This pull down pocket also makes middle-of-the-night diaper changes easier in that you don't need to entirely unswaddle the baby.
My 23.5" 8 week old has kicked the pocket off on one occasion. He still fits comfortably in it at 14 pounds, although his legs do reach to the bottom of the pocket. The flap ends up under his body rather than folded on top as the product picture shows.
PROS:
Very secure swaddle
No velcro to stick to everything in the wash or scratch the baby
Lightweight material - good for hot weather
CONS:
Takes longer to swaddle than a velcro tab swaddle such as the Halo Swaddle or the Kiddopotamus SwaddleMe: You need to lift the baby's legs to wrap the flap around their body
End of flap from the wrap around the baby tends to get in the way when moving the baby since it is not secured
Pocket is not very deep and baby might kick his way out of it, although it would not effect the swaddle on the arms
Priced a little high for what it is
In summary, this is a great swaddle wrap for babies who tend to 'escape' from other swaddlers. It is also nice to only have to purchase one blanket, and not multiple sizes as one has to do with the Halo and the SwaddleMe.
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No doubt, the first several months of Baby's arrival can be quite tough on the sturdiest of new parents. The Miracle Blanket has been proven to greatly extend sleep periods between feedings by preventing night movement and separation anxiety; thus allowing Mom and Dad more extended rest, enhanced relaxation and peace of mind. The Miracle Blanket spans over 6-feet wide and is made of the finest, softest, most durable cotton knit produced and designed to be washed over and over again for those frequent spit-ups. The Miracle Blanket is the only true swaddling blanket that guarantees its effectiveness with it's triple patented arm flap design and length.
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