Quick answer

Choose the Swaddle Up size by your baby's current weight, not age, and wash it on a gentle cycle at 30°C with mild detergent, then air dry. Stop swaddling as soon as your baby shows any sign of rolling, usually around 8 weeks, and transition to arms-free sleep.

Why sizing by weight matters more than age

The Love To Dream Swaddle Up Bamboo is designed with a snug, stretchy fit that keeps the ARMS UP position secure without restricting movement. Because babies grow at different rates, age is a rough guide at best. Always check the weight range on the packaging and weigh your baby if you're between sizes. A swaddle that's too large can ride up over the face, while one that's too small can compress the chest and hips.

How to wash and dry bamboo without losing softness

Bamboo viscose is naturally soft and breathable, but it can pill or shrink if treated harshly. Turn the swaddle inside out, close the zip, and wash with similar colours on a gentle cycle at 30°C. Avoid fabric softener and bleach, which break down the fibres. Tumble drying on low heat is acceptable, but air drying flat or line drying in the shade will keep the fabric smoother for longer. If you need to wash frequently, having two swaddles in rotation reduces wear on each one.

Step-by-step: sizing, washing, and transitioning out of the swaddle

  1. Weigh your baby before choosing a size: Use a baby scale or your health visitor's clinic scale. Match the weight to the size chart on the Love To Dream Swaddle Up Bamboo packaging. If your baby is between sizes, size up only if the smaller size is completely outgrown by weight. Checkpoint: you should be able to slip two fingers between the swaddle and your baby's chest.
  2. Test the fit around the neck and arms: With the swaddle on and zipped, gently tug the neckline. It should sit flat against the chest without gaping. Your baby's arms should be able to bend up to the mouth easily. If the fabric bunches around the face, the size is too large. Mistake to avoid: don't add a blanket over the swaddle; it can overheat your baby.
  3. Wash after every 2–3 nights (or more often for spit-up): Turn inside out, close the zip, and machine wash at 30°C on a gentle cycle with mild detergent. Skip fabric softener. If your baby has reflux or dribbles a lot, wash daily. Hang dry or tumble dry on low. Checkpoint: the zip should still glide smoothly after washing; if it sticks, rinse it with warm water.
  4. Watch for rolling signs and stop swaddling: Around 8 weeks, many babies begin trying to roll. As soon as you see any attempt—even a slight tilt to one side—stop using the Swaddle Up for sleep. Transition to an arms-free sleep bag or a swaddle with removable wings. Mistake to avoid: waiting until your baby fully rolls; that's too late and increases SIDS risk.
  5. Transition gradually if your baby resists: If your baby sleeps worse without the swaddle, try one arm out for a few nights, then both arms out. Keep the same bedtime routine. The Swaddle Up Bamboo can be used with one arm out by unzipping one side, but only if the swaddle still fits snugly. Next step: once your baby sleeps consistently with both arms out, move to a standard sleep bag.

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