Both of my children were born wanting to be swaddled. In fact, Olivia is almost 2 and will still let me swaddle and rock her before she goes to sleep. That’s probably not normal, but I’ll take any snuggle time I can get. I learned early on that those 30 x 30 receiving blankets you pick up from the discount department store do not work. Not to mention they always were incredibly wrinkly when I took them out of the dryer. I scoured for the perfect swaddling blanket and at the time was only able to find them 40 x 40. Now though, now that I’ve been introduced to Aden + Anais  my swaddling world has changed.

The Aden + Anais muslin swaddle is 47 in x 47 in and is made with 100% cotton muslin. These wraps are delicious. The generous size will allow the wrap to grow with your child. Like I said earlier, Olivia is almost 2 and I still swaddle her all up before bed. She has gotten to a point where she would rather not fall asleep if she does not have her muslin wrap in the crib with her. She also uses this to cover up in the car with and in the stroller. In addition to the size, the fabric is what will make me buy these swaddles over and over again. Not only the prints on the fabric, which are whimsical and unique, but the texture. They are completely breathable, soft and the open weave of the muslin allows your child’s body to regulate the temperature for what their body needs.

As a photographer, I would also like to point out that these can be useful. Nothing soothes an unhappy newborn like being swaddled. There are a variety of fabric prints that will make a perfect “swaddled baby pose”. The variety here gives you the ability to be creative.

There is not one thing that I would change, or can think of that should have been done differently. I feel relief knowing my baby is sleeping with something so breathable, in fact I believe I’ll be ordering her a dream blanket to keep right in her crib. I know that when I purchase from Aden + Anais my money is going towards quality, and could possibly help another in a time of need. Aden + Anais founded the Swaddle Love Foundation and supports a variety of organizations.

Every item Aden + Anais have to offer would make a perfect baby shower gift or a special gift to yourself and your new baby. You can find Sleeping Bags, Towel and Washcloth sets, Burby Bibs and more. Visit AdenandAnais.com to browse around. Currently they are offering Free Ground Shipping on orders totaling over $60.00.

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As the weather turns mild and balmy my favorite activities take place outdoors. We go for bike rides, play T-ball, hike, go for walks and more. When we moved into our house several years ago I loved the fact it was located in a slow, quiet cul-de-sac. However, when I want to go for a walk I want to walk a little further than our cul-de-sac offers, so I have to venture to the busy busy road that our Lane is off of. For me, that is fine, although I do not feel safe bringing the kids in strollers or walking by themselves. Wearing Olivia in a carrier is a safe alternative and allows which allows us closeness as well as the fresh air and a exercise for myself.

I’ve used probably every style out there as far as carriers go. Certain types suit different weights better than others and really what it boils down to is personal comfort for you and your child. Olivia is now heading toward 2 years of age and weighs just over 20 lbs. This limits our options somewhat. The hard pack carriers, you know the ones with the poles and such, are too big and bulky for me to handle on my own. That leaves the option of a soft, made from fabric carrier. I need  this carrier to be made so that I can take it on, put Olivia in and take it off by myself. Boba Organic has created the perfect carrier that meets all of my needs and more. I can wear her on the front or back, use it all by myself and it is comfortable for both Olivia and I.

My favorite feature that sets this carrier apart from every other I’ve seen and used are the foot straps. I cannot stress how insanely nice these are for the child. I couldn’t pinpoint what was missing from previous carriers, but these foot straps have made a world of a difference for my little Olivia. In fact, the first thing she says after we get all strapped in is “feet”. Then she sticks them out so I can help guide each foot to it’s strap, making her one happy camper.

Mom (and Dad) approved? Yes! Absolutely. Our favorite specifications:

• The color we received is the Cedar, this is perfect for mom or dad to wear the child around in. Although I noticed all of the colors are gender friendly, earthy, warm tones that I think anyone would be pleased with.

• The ease, enough said. I can get it on and her packed up in under 1 minute.
• How much Olivia adore “being worn” in it.
• The fact that I can “wear her” until she is 45 lbs or around 4 years old.
• It fits in the diaper back, or just about anywhere for that matter. Being that it is made of cloth mostly, it fold right up to go along with you wherever you are headed!

To Buy:

Visit BobaBabyCarrier.com and have a look around. Here is the selection of colors, you can also find instructional videos, testimonials, galleries and more. With spring and summer right around the corner this is surely something you will want to have on hand for your little ones!