Dream Weighted Transition Swaddle

A transition swaddle is a bridge between a traditional (regular) swaddle and a sleep sack. The transition swaddle has ¾ quarter-length sleeves that give your baby the feeling of being swaddled but without the restrictions of a swaddle. A transition swaddle is designed to help your little one get used to arms-out sleep and can help control the Moro reflex. Read more about transition swaddles here.

Transition swaddles are a safe and effective way to help your baby transition out of a regular swaddle. It is not safe to swaddle a baby once they show signs of rolling. A transition swaddle provides a gradual way for a baby to calm down and sleep without using a swaddle band or blanket that restricts their movement. The transition swaddle is worn “arms out,” and the sleeves give your baby the comfort and security they need while allowing them to roll over safely. Read more about transition swaddle safety here! 

Yes! A transition swaddle can be just what you need if your baby is showing signs of rolling over but still craves the security that the arm feature provides. What makes the Dreamland Transition Swaddle different is that the arms are gently weighted and help mimic the feeling of a traditional swaddle to reduce the chances of waking up from the Moro reflex. Read more about why the transition swaddle is a good investment in your baby’s sleep here.

Swaddles and transition swaddles differ in a variety of ways. A regular swaddle is designed to restrict your baby's movement. In this type of swaddle, a baby's arms are "wrapped" snugly against their body so that they feel secure in a womb-like environment. Regular swaddles are an effective way to calm your baby, but as soon as your baby shows signs of rolling, they are no longer safe. That's when to introduce the transition swaddle. The transition swaddle doesn't use a blanket or band to hold your baby's arms in place; instead, it has sleeves so the baby's arms are out and they can move them more freely. The sleeves act as "security" for the baby and can help make the transition from the more traditional swaddle easier. Read more about the differences between a traditional swaddle and a transition swaddle here.

You should use a transition swaddle as soon as your baby starts to show signs of rolling. Using a transition swaddle allows your baby to move their arms and legs more freely and the sleeves provide a feeling of security and comfort until they are ready for a sleep sack. Read more about why and when to use a Transition Swaddle here.

Once your baby’s Moro reflex has stopped or slowed down, and they no longer need the additional comfort from the transition swaddle sleeves, you can start using a sleep sack, often called a wearable blanket. A sleeveless sleep sack allows your little one more freedom of movement as they begin to grow and mature. It is a safe way to keep your baby cozy, comfortable, and, most importantly, safe while sleeping. Read more about what comes after the transition swaddle here.