Keep Your Family Safe And Warm: The Best Baby Blankets
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Is your baby’s health and safety something that’s important to you?
Are the winter months getting a little too chilly for their tiny toes?
Then one of these baby blankets can keep your little one cozy in the stroller, the car seat (over the straps, never under them) or on your lap.
Many are made from breathable materials like organic cotton.
Important safety note: blankets are for awake, supervised time only. The NIH’s Safe to Sleep campaign advises keeping blankets, quilts, pillows and other soft bedding out of baby’s sleep area. Babies should sleep on their backs on a firm, flat surface with only a fitted sheet.
To keep a sleeping baby warm, use a wearable blanket or sleep sack and dress them for the room temperature. Avoid overheating.
Top 5 Best Baby Blankets
| Image | Model | Colour | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knitted Stroller Blanket Humble Weave | Knitted Stroller Blanket Humble Weave | Navy and Lime | 30×40 inches | |
| Coney Island 6 Layer Blanket | Coney Island 6 Layer Blanket | White | 45×45 inches | |
| Hudson Baby Printed Mink Blanket | Hudson Baby Printed Mink Blanket | Giraffe Pattern | 40×30 inches | |
| Baby Wrap Swaddle Blanket | Baby Wrap Swaddle Blanket | Grey | 27×14 inches | |
| Sun Tanca White Baby Blanket | Sun Tanca White Baby Blanket | White | 47×47 inches |
Cotton Knitted Stroller Nursery Blanket
We’ll start things off with a basic baby blanket that is perfect for all genders.
It comes in three different colors of navy and lime, bubblegum and gold, or aqua and lemon.
Did you know that just over half of expectant parents find out the baby’s sex?
The ‘aqua and lemon’ color is perfect if you’re still expecting but aren’t sure of the baby’s sex yet.
This gets its spot on our list because it’s made of organic cotton, which is breathable and soft.
If that’s not convincing enough for you, then take this into consideration. This blanket is naturally easy to clean with a simple wash, so you won’t have to worry about your little baby’s messes.
Coney Island Cotton 6 Layer Blanket
Another one of the best baby blankets on the market would definitely be ‘Coney Islands’ lightweight baby blanket.
Its cotton is soft and gentle on your baby’s skin while still thick enough to block cold drafts in the stroller.
It’s a cozy layer for cuddles and outings.
This blanket is also perfectly fine to be thrown in your washing machine and dryer without losing the natural fluff.
The most stand out attribute of this baby blanket is that it’s made of six layers of cotton, the perfect balance between warmth and weight.
Hudson Baby Printed Mink Blanket
Now if you’re someone that loves animals, you may want to wrap your baby up in this giraffe printed baby blanket.
The cartoony prints are a perfect match for a cute baby, with two colors, ‘Blue Giraffe’ and ‘Pink Giraffe’, so both genders are perfectly accommodated.
This is honestly one of the best baby shower gifts I’ve given!
It works well as a play mat for supervised tummy time or as a stroller blanket on a windy day. Don’t put it in the crib while your baby sleeps.
This blanket comes in two different materials, one being a tougher material perfect for laying on, while the other is pure cotton.
Baby Wrap Swaddle Blanket
Another great addition to our ‘Best Baby Blanket’s’ list is this wrap type blanket.
It has a pre-shaped wrap design, so it’s quick to put on.
If you use any swaddle for sleep, always place your baby on their back, and stop swaddling once your baby starts trying to roll over, usually around 3 months.
This blanket also comes in six different colors so you can really get creative and have one for almost every day of the week!
Unlike the other baby blankets, this blanket is made of knitted wool, making it warmer and tougher than cotton, although cotton is softer.
The maker sizes it for babies up to 12 months, but stop using it as a swaddle once your baby starts rolling, and keep their head and face uncovered.
Sun Tanca White Baby Blanket
The last but not the least, this blanket is perfect for those who are watching out for allergic reactions from colored dyes.
Now, why is that, you may ask?
Sun Tanca skips dyes entirely, which some parents of babies with sensitive skin prefer. It’s organic cotton in plain white.
Along with being worried about your baby’s safety, ‘Sun Tanca’ also believes in preserving our environment with limited packaging to reduce waste put into landfill.
Wrapping Things Up
And there you have it, the best baby blankets! I’ve selected the best blankets I could find with your baby’s warmth and comfort in mind.
Whether your baby’s a girl, boy or you’re not sure yet, there’s a color to match. There are even pre-wrapped swaddles for the early weeks.
Just remember the safe sleep rule: no loose blankets in the crib for the first year. Use them for cuddles, outings and supervised play, and talk to your pediatrician if you have questions about safe sleep.
Sources
- Ways to Reduce Baby’s Risk, NIH Safe to Sleep campaign (NICHD)
- Providing Care for Babies to Sleep Safely, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
