When Should You Stop Swaddling Your Baby?

Swaddling a baby is something that many parents do as it helps to minimize the impact of the Moro reflex, or startle reflex as it is also known. The startle reflex is something that all babies have, and it causes them to suddenly throw their arms and head out in response to a nearby movement or sound. This can cause them to wake up crying. When a baby is swaddled though, their arms will be by their side, preventing the arms from being extended outwards. Swaddling can also make babies…