Pinzon Baby by aden + anais, 4 Pack Cotton Muslin Swaddle Blanket

by aden + anais

Product Features

• Set of 4 swaddling blankets works for babies and moms from newborn stage up through toddler years
• Also used as burp cloths, stroller covers, portable crib sheets, stroller and car seat liners, changing table covers and more
• Crafted from 100-percent gentle, durable, breathable, cotton muslin; all-weather fabric protects from heat and cold
• Printed in enduringly stylish designs to combine easily with existing baby gear
• Measures 47 by 47 inches to wrap any size baby; written and illustrated swaddling instructions included; machine wash and dry

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 11 x 2 inches ; 1.3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0035EQKHK
• UPC: 813701012025
• Item model number: A102
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #20,294 in Baby (See Top 100 in Baby)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)

Product Description

Color: Night Owl

Amazon.com Product Description

Great for a wide variety of uses, this set of four swaddling blankets works for babies and moms from the newborn stage all the way through the toddler years. The soft, breathable, cotton muslin also serve as burp cloths, nursing shields, stroller covers, portable crib sheets, stroller and car seat liners, tummy-time blankets, changing table covers, and more. Seasoned parents know, and new parents will soon realize, what a smart, efficient gift these make for yourself or others.

Sold in packs of four and printed in enduringly stylish designs, the swaddle blankets combine easily with any existing baby gear. Patterns include Tea Party, Night Owl, Wild Thing, and Rocket Man. Night Owl delightfully depicts friendly critters in passing. On soft white backgrounds, green, brown, and red animals are out and about. Each of the four blankets features one kind of critter pattern: crocodiles amble beneath birds, big and little hippos stand with mouths agape, big-eyed owls search a starry sky, and big and little turtles waddle along.

The blankets were carefully planned by renowned baby gear designer, aden + anais, to be crafted from 100-percent cotton muslin. Gentle, strong, durable, breathable, and comfortable, muslin fabric is pure and time-tested. Used in garments for members of the Indus Valley Civilization 7,000 years ago, as well as gracing the robes of ancient Greeks and Romans, cotton muslin was also used by the ancient Egyptians to swaddle their babies. An all-weather fabric, muslin protects from the heat and the cold. Its light, open weave allows a baby’s body temperature to regulate itself naturally. Muslin is slightly stretchy, and therefore ideal for swaddling, as the natural give allows the blanket to be tucked snuggly around a baby without being overly restrictive.

Swaddling’s ability to soothe and calm babies has been enjoyed by mothers around the world for countless generations. It is said to recreate the secure and cozy feeling of the womb. In 2002, the medical journal Pediatrics published a study that explained why babies who are swaddled sleep more peacefully. Swaddling can help prevent spontaneous reflex movements from waking babies continually during the night. The same year, the Journal of Applied Physiology wrote that swaddled infants can stay in REM sleep (the most restorative, deepest sleep) longer than those who were not.

Generously sized, each swaddling blanket measures 47 by 47 inches to wrap any size baby with ease. Written and illustrated swaddling instructions are included on each package, so first timers can proceed with confidence. Easy to care for, the blankets are 100-percent safe to clean in the home washer and dryer and, best of all, the more they're washed the softer they get.

Product Description

Brought to you by Aden + Anais and Pinzon, our swaddles are the ultimate in breathability and softness. The fabric’s light, open weave allows a baby’s body temperature to regulate itself naturally in order to prevent overheating. Muslin has the unique characteristic of allowing a swaddled baby to stay cool in the summer, while still offering warmth in the winter, and the more you wash it, the softer it gets. Each swaddling wrap measures 47/47" in size and allows new and seasoned moms alike to swaddle any size baby with ease. It is more traditionally used as a swaddling wrap. Aden and Anais wraps are also useful as burp cloths, nursing shields, stroller covers to protect from sun, cold, wind or insects, portable crib sheets, stroller and car seat liners, tummy time blankets, change table covers, and more.

Features include:

•Set of 4 swaddling blankets works for babies and moms from newborn stage up through toddler years
•Also used as burp cloths, stroller covers, portable crib sheets, stroller and car seat liners, changing table covers and more
•Crafted from 100-percent gentle, durable, breathable, cotton muslin; all-weather fabric protects from heat and cold
•Printed in enduringly stylish designs to combine easily with existing baby gear
•Measures 47 by 47 inches to wrap any size baby; written and illustrated swaddling instructions included; machine wash and dry

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Spend a little more and get the original Aden+Anais, February 4, 2011

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Colleen - See all my reviews

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This review is from: aden + anais 4 Pack Pinzon Baby Muslin Swaddle Blanket, Night Owl (Baby Product)

I purchased these during a lightning sale thinking it would be great to have some less expensive versions of the original blankets to send to day care. I am incredibly disappointed with these blankets. I absolutely LOVE the orignal Aden + Anais blankets and highly recommend them to everyone. They are wonderfully soft and cozy and their large size lets you use them for just about everything.

As for the Pinzon, the only thing good about them is the size. I keep washing them hoping they will get softer but they are still VERY rough. Even though they are less expensive than the original Aden + Anais, they are still fairly expensive as blankets go. Since you're spending that much to begin with I highly recommend spending a couple extra dollars and getting a much better product (Aden + Anais 100% Cotton Muslin Swaddle Wrap, Jungle Jam, 4 Pack).

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Comparison to other versions of Aden+Anais swaddling blankets, August 18, 2011

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April L - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Pinzon Baby By aden + anais 4 Pack Cotton Muslin Swaddle Blankets, Wild Thing (Baby Product)

I purchased the Pinzon Baby swaddling blankets in Wild Thing. The patterns are adorable - very, very pale pastels - almost so pale that you can't see the patterns unless you're close to them. The colors in the prints are beige, pale celery, and light blue.

I collect Aden+Anais blankets, and can compare them to the A+A boutique line and Buy Buy Baby/Target lines:

*Nothing compares to the Aden+Anais boutique line (sold on A+A's site and Amazon) - they're 47"x47" with a soft, thick weave. They're a bit more expensive at $50 for four, but it's the best bang for your buck. They are unrivaled in softness and durability.

*The Pinzon Baby for A+A blankets are the large 47"x47" size, but are a thinner, more gauzy version of the originals. The material has a rougher texture than the boutique version. The tags differ as well, reading "Pinzon Baby by aden+anais" with Pinzon's website and branding information. $40 for four.

*The versions sold at Target/Buy Buy Baby are smaller, at 44"x44," and also made of the thinner cotton material. They retail around $35 for four.

I use Aden+Anais swaddling blankets for everything - swaddling, burp cloths, carseat blankets, tummy time, nursing covers, changing table covers, stroller covers. I have two of them in my diaper bag at all times. The lighter Pinzon Baby ones are great for summer, and really nice for nursing. I can drape a blanket over my baby and not worry about him getting too hot or being unable to breathe.

I would highly recommend these for summer, or if you're new to Aden+Anais and want to try a less expensive version to get your feet wet with this brand. But if you're used to the luxurious A+A boutique blankets, you may be disappointed with the Pinzon Baby version.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Not as good..., January 15, 2011

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Jlib - See all my reviews

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This review is from: aden + anais 4 Pack Pinzon Baby Muslin Swaddle Blanket, Night Owl (Baby Product)

I had a set of aden & anais blankets and I wanted more, because I love them so much. I bought the "night owl" set and these are by far the cutest prints in my opinion. Unfortunately the Pinzon brand isn't as good as the original aden & anais blankets. The fabric isn't woven as tightly and it's a bit rough. These blankets are more gauzy and not in a good way. I've put my through the wash a few times now and when you compare them side by side with aden & anais, you can definitely tell the difference, which is a shame because these prints are so cute. I will still use them, and I've rated 4 stars because if you've never used an aden & anais blanket before, you will definitely like these. They're just slightly of a lesser quality, so don't expect the same exact product as aden & anais.

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