Average Reviews:
(More customer reviews)Pros:
- Keeps baby swaddled and does not unravel.
- Keeps baby from scratching face
- Fairly easy to use
- Machine washable
- Fabric tab covers the zipper foot
- Multiple sizes available
Cons:
- Sizes run slightly small
- Pricier than a blanket
- Possible rolling hazard. (See explanation in review below.)
Neutrals:
- Only one zipper that goes from legs to neck
- Line drying recommended
- Wish there was another size bigger than Mega baby.
The Woombie saved my sanity and allowed me to sleep without worrying about a scratched-up baby.
I found the Woombie when the baby was six months old, had outgrown or overcome other swaddling blankets, and was escaping 10 times a night. After putting the baby in the Woombie, the difference was amazing. Ten to 13 hours of uninterrupted sleep. I wish we found the Woombie a lot sooner.
The second biggest advantage, besides the sleep, is that it keeps the baby from scratching her face, which is itchy from eczema. We've tried the Miracle blanket and other swaddling techniques, but the baby could escape those or lift the fabric, causing suffocation hazards. The baby cannot escape from the Woombie at all, as long as we are using the correct size.
The biggest concern with any secure swaddling technique is if a baby has difficulty turning his head to the side or returning to his back while on his stomach. He could get stuck with his face down. (To temporarily deter movement and rolling for a few minutes, try securing the legs with a light blanket with ends tucked under the mattress.)
A feature I would have liked, but am not sure how well it could be designed, is a two-way zipper so that I can change the diaper without freeing the arms.
If all other swaddles don't work for you, try the Woombie. If it doesn't work, then probably not much else will.
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9/4/2010 Update: The makers of the Woombie now sell variations of this swaddle. They now have two-way zippers that allow changing of the diaper without the baby's hands getting loose. I bought the summer two-way zippers version several months ago and love it. There is one catch though: the two-way zipper version has a velcro neck clasp instead of the snap button style of the original. As the baby tries to escape through the neck whole, or tries to scratch its face, the edge of the velcro scratches (draws blood.)
3/30/2011 Update: I understand that the velcro neck clasp has been replaced with button snaps again on the newer versions.
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Cocoon swaddling with the Woombie is different from other swaddling methods and garments because it is made of a unique 4way stretch fabric which gently swaddles, snuggles and softly compresses the baby to mimic the womb, quickly re-conforming after baby finishes stretching arms and legs. The Woombie does not unravel as other methods do because of its flexible 4way stretch fabric and easy in/out zipper. This helps maintain the comfort levels of both baby and parent, easing undue stress and promoting a more peaceful environment, which is greatly needed and appreciated during the first few months of life during transition from the womb.
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