Swaddles

Baby Swaddles Australia - Swaddle Wraps for Newborns and Young Babies

Swaddling is one of the most effective tools for settling a newborn, and the right swaddle makes all the difference between a wrap that holds and one that unravels at 2am. At Peekaboo Baby, our baby swaddle range includes traditional muslin wraps, zip-up swaddle pods, velcro-close swaddles and transition swaddles for babies learning to roll. Browse swaddles alongside our baby sleeping bags, baby blankets and muslin wraps, nightlights and sleeping aids and full baby sleep range to create a settled sleep environment.

Different swaddle styles suit different babies and different stages. Stretchy jersey wraps and traditional muslin squares offer flexibility for parents who prefer hand-wrapping. For parents who want a more consistent, escape-proof swaddle, zip-up or velcro designs are often a game-changer at night. As your baby approaches the rolling milestone - usually around 3-4 months - a transition swaddle with one or both arms out is an important safety step. Always follow safe sleep guidelines: swaddled babies should sleep on their back on a firm, flat surface in their own sleep space. Peekaboo Baby offers free shipping Australia-wide on orders over $129, dispatched from Melbourne.

What to look for in baby swaddles

• Breathable fabric - lightweight cotton, muslin or bamboo blends prevent overheating, which is critical for safe sleep
• Secure fastening - zip, velcro or snap closures that stay secure through the night are safer and more reliable than hand-wrapping for many families
• Right size for age - swaddles should be sized appropriately so there is no excess fabric near baby's face
• Hip-healthy design - look for swaddles certified as hip-healthy that allow natural leg movement and do not force legs straight
• Transition option - one-arm-out or both-arms-out options for when baby begins showing signs of rolling
• Easy nappy access - bottom-opening zips or snap designs make night nappy changes much less disruptive

Swaddles work best alongside other settling tools - explore our white noise machines and nightlights, baby monitors, co-sleepers and sleeping bags for when your baby is ready to transition out of swaddling.