Swaddle Designs Ultimate Receiving Blanket is a stylish receiving blanket with an added bonus - swaddling instructions sewn to its edge! Designed by a Nurse with consultation from leading infant researchers, this blanket is much larger (42" x 42") than the average receiving blanket and square in shape. The Ultimate Receiving Blanket is made using premium, preshrunk, super-soft cotton flannel. The easy-to-follow pictorial 123 Swaddle Tip Tag helps caregivers learn how to make a secure swaddle. There are many benefits associated with swaddling - babies sleep better, reduces colic and fussiness, decreases risk of SIDS and helpful when breastfeeding. Recent studies proved infants sleep with fewer awakenings when swaddled, and swaddling may help sleeping infants remain on their backs. An everyday essential, this blanket has many uses beyond swaddling; can be used as a sunshield, privacy throw when breastfeeding, playmat and easily fits in a diaper bag. Winner of iParenting Media Award. Great gift for new moms. Made in the USA.