My son screams when swaddled. I need your help!
It is very common for babies to fight swaddling, but they do so much better with it. Once swaddled well, the other S’s turn on the calming reflex and babies then learn to LOVE the swaddle. Although you are using the Miracle Blanket & he wriggles free of that, you may need to try another type of swaddling blanket or even try using a large, thin blanket of breathable fabric (muslin, cotton or flannelette); making sure his arms are down at his side and the swaddle is extremely snug.
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