Originally we were using blankets but no matter how tightly we swaddled (I don’t know how we didn’t strangle her! So if your baby has a strong startle reflex, colic or finds it hard to settle, it’s definitely worth giving the Miracle Blanket a whirl. Make sure your infant is swaddled securely so they can’t roll, nor can the blanket become loose and create a suffocation risk.

Swaddled babies should not sleep on their front, so when your baby is able to roll onto their front, you should stop swaddling. And although it's possible that you might have a night or two of less settled sleep, your baby will soon get used the change.Swaddling has been linked to SIDs due to them not being able to kick covers off to cool down - overheating is a big risk with babies. Our testers also loved that the design of it meant it could be used in a car seat or pushchair, unlike many other swaddle bags. With your baby's arms close to their chest, they should feel snug and secure in this Tommee Tippee swaddle. This is an involuntary response to being startled by anything from a sudden sound to no reason at all. Fluctuations in room temperature often require parents to adjust baby’s warmth levels during the night.

Make sure your baby is not overdressed under the swaddle, that they have their head uncovered and do not have an infection or fever. The Lullaby Trust recommends using swaddles made of thin fabric to avoid overheating, and although most swaddle products will adhere to these standards, it never hurts to check. This gives them the secure feeling that they were used to in the womb, which can help them to settle to sleep better. If you feel that your baby misses the feeling of pressure from the swaddle, you place your arm gently across their upper body.The SWADDLE UP’s design allows your baby to sleep with their arms up (hence the name) and legs wide, which parents say helps with babies who loathe swaddling because they want to keep their hands by their face.