You may think that your baby needs a soft, fluffy blanket in order to sleep comfortably, but the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission actually discourages the usage of blankets in your baby's crib. Blankets can cover your baby's nose and mouth, causing him to suffocate. If you're worried about yo
Sleep safety is such a vital aspect of raising a little one; it’s also the cause of major anxiety for so many parents. I for one hold my hands up and admit to many sleepless nights spent staring at my sons chest to make sure he’s breathing.The Lullaby Trust, for me and many parents in our private gr
Learn what’s safe to put in your little one’s crib—and what should stay out.If you’re a new parent, you probably have loads of questions about your baby’s sleep. Is she getting enough sleep? When should she start snoozing through the night? What’s that strange sound coming from the baby monitor? Wil
One of the most traditional and beautiful items a newborn can receive is a baby blanket. It’s no wonder mothers, grandmothers, aunts and other loved ones think of the item as a go-to as a baby shower or birth gift. After all, a baby blanket is often more than just a cover to keep your little one war
It may seem like a contradiction at first: who needs a blanket when the temperature outside is a balmy 78 degrees? But blankets can be season specific and the best summer blankets to keep you cool all night are a just cozy enough to help lull you to sleep without making you sweat.A lot of us associa
The beds you see in our showroom or magazines are beautiful settings for luxurious sleeping, with quilts, comforters, sheets, bed skirts and pillows. Cozy and inviting, they beg you to curl up and relax under the covers. If you want your own bed to look just as perfect, give some thought to the line
A seemingly basic and everyday kind of object, the blanket provides warmth and comfort to its user whilst also having a myriad of histories and meanings across cultures. Thought to have been first coined by Flemish weaver Thomas Blanquette in the 14th century, the early blankets were made from wool,
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A blanket can chase the chill on a spring morning or keep you extra warm on a frosty winter night. Choosing which blanket is the right one for you depends on the warmth, weight and texture you prefer.Thicker blankets, such as wool blankets, cotton fleece blankets, and cashmere blankets, are the warm
Wait until your baby is at least 12 months old. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), soft bedding in a crib – like blankets and pillows – increases of the risk of suffocation or sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Safe alternatives to blankets are sleepers, sleep sacks, and wearab
