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Founded in 2006 by Australian native Raegan Moya-Jones, Aden & Anais (A+A) introduced the first muslin swaddle blanket to the United States.

5 Reasons Why a Receiving Blanket Is the Go-To for New Parents

As new parents, you’ll likely hear tips and tricks everywhere from friends and family to strangers at the store. One tip that you’ll often hear is “always have a receiving blanket on hand.” Why? Here are a few reasons and situations where they can be indispensable.

A Soft Place for Baby to Play

While you could carry around a play mat wherever you go, a receiving blanket is the jack-of-all-trades item that you can use for practically anything. One way that these baby blankets come in handy is when you're visiting friends or family. When you’re chatting it up, sometimes you don’t want to just hold your baby the whole time. Fortunately, with a receiving blanket laid out on the floor, they have soft, safe space on which to crawl, roll around, or just relax.

The best receiving blankets are super soft yet durable, so you can put it on any surface and your baby will feel right at home. Using a receiving blanket for playtime also makes cleanup a breeze. If you're in a rush, simply fold all four corners of the blanket together with the toys still in place, and you'll have a neat little sack to keep them all together.

Swaddling in a Pinch

Swaddling is an art that you'll soon master, and if you're without your swaddling blanket but need to put baby to bed, a receiving blanket will work in a pinch. Follow the same steps you do with your swaddle at home, and your baby should be nice and comfortable and ready for naptime.

On the Go

When you’re on the go like on a road trip, for example, you might not have the luxury of all of the accessories and items you normally use at home. It’s in these situations where a receiving blanket truly shines. One way that a receiving blanket particularly comes in handy is when you are changing your baby while on the go in potentially unfamiliar territory like the backseat of a car or at the beach. If you get a receiving blanket that has distinctive colors or designs on each side, this can help you determine which side you place your baby on and which side faces down, so your baby stays protected from the changing surface.

Keeping Parents Clean

While in a perfect world, you’d have a few clean, premium burp cloths on hand at all times, sometimes babies can surprise us and spit up when we least expect it. If you’re out and about with a receiving blanket, simply drape it over your shoulder and use it as you would any burp cloth. Also, if your baby made a bit of a mess on you unexpectedly, you can use the receiving blanket to cover the evidence until you can find time to change, or to clean it up if you’re toward the end of your trip.

Babies Can Use Them to Help with Teething

Teething is no fun for babies or parents, but it's a phase one has to get through. To help comfort your baby when your teething ring is out of sight, you can once again use your versatile receiving blanket. Simply tie a knot in one corner for a quick teething tool on the go. This gives them a dense corner that they can chew on and they can also hold onto it for security. Make sure that you're using a safe blanket with a material like cotton muslin that can hold up to their teething.

About aden + anais

Since 2006, aden + anais has crafted cute baby essentials that new and experienced parents find to be both practical and effortlessly stylish. The company is well-known for its collection of super soft cotton muslin baby blankets that are perfect for swaddling, covering, or playtime. aden + anais’ products are high-quality, practical, and effortlessly stylish. Beyond their swaddling blankets, they also offer other essentials like nursing covers, burp cloths, stroller covers, and diapers, so all parents can find everything that they need in one place.

Shop their selection of receiving blankets at Adenandanais.com

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