At first glance, you might assume a swaddle to be a blanket. But the truth is that they’re much more than that! Baby swaddles are intuitively designed and made with the most comfortable and high-quality materials.
They’re kind of a big deal to most parents and can help you get some more much-needed sleep. So, we put some of the highest-rated baby swaddles to the test to give you the best baby swaddles in Australia.
We conduct our baby swaddle reviews through a combination of product testing, individual research, real buyer feedback and certified paediatrician approval.
We understand that there is no such thing as a “best baby swaddle” for everyone, and what is best for one person might not be suitable for another. With this in mind, we assessed baby swaddles by comparing different features and specifications, and have highlighted the buyer we believe the product is best suited to.
We considered the following criteria below:
The Swaddle Me Original swaddle blanket comes in a pack of two and does add some extra choices. There are three sizes to choose from to find your baby’s best fit.
This swaddle is made from 100% cotton, which is super soft on your baby’s delicate skin and the womb-like feeling created by the snug fit.
This is stage one of three swaddles from the Swaddle Me Original range, perfect for newborns to approximately three months old and specifically designed to keep your little one’s arms strapped. This prevents startle reflex and keeps your baby sleeping for as long as possible.
Dimensions | 13.97 x 5.08 x 22.86 cm |
Weight capacity | 6 kg |
Age range | Newborn to 3 months (preemie and small), and 3 to 6 months (large) |
Material | Cotton |
Swaddle type | Modern (velcro) |
Zip | No |
Machine washable | Yes |
Tumble dry | No |
Hip healthy design | Yes |
TOG rating | 0.5 |
Feeding friendly | No |
We love how quick and easy using the Swaddle Me Original swaddle is; all you have to do is pop your baby in, and you’re ready to go. The 100% cotton makes it incredibly soft and great for a baby’s sensitive skin, and it’s lightweight, so there’s no need to worry about them overheating. It stays in place and doesn’t ride up over the baby’s face, giving us a real sense of security when using it. It’s effortless to wash, and two swaddles in a pack make it easier to keep a supply of clean options on hand.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The Swaddle Me Original baby swaddle is best for new parents and families with newborns to two months old who are located in areas that experience warmer weather. This set also makes a great gift for expecting parents.
The Love to Dream Swaddle Up encourages babies to self-soothe. With its unique award-winning design, this swaddle allows our kids to sleep safely and comfortably without needing blankets. There’s no need to worry about overheating, as the Love to Dreams swaddle is made with fine, breathable material that regulates heat well. The smart zip also gives us quick access for nappy changes.
Dimensions | 27.99 x 3 x 16 cm |
Weight capacity | 3.5 – 6 kg |
Age range | 1 – 3 months |
Material | 100% Cotton |
Swaddle type | Sleep Suit |
Zip | Smart Zip |
Machine washable | Yes |
Tumble dry | No |
Hip healthy design | Yes |
TOG rating | 0.2 |
Feeding friendly | No |
At first glance, we love the arms-up design of the Love to Dream swaddle. Allowing our babies to sleep in the arms-up position is more natural and comfortable. Not to mention, it is also safer as it prevents them from rolling. The twin zipper is also great for quick changes when necessary. Overall, the materials used for this swaddle are breathable but warm, its design encourages babies to self-soothe, and it’s reasonably priced.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The Love to Dream Swaddle Up is excellent for parents who want their baby to sleep in a natural position that promotes self-soothing. We suggest using this swaddle during the warmer seasons because of its TOG rating of 0.2.
The Ergobaby Swaddler is a wrap that catches the attention and some z’s with its adorable prints. It’s straightforward to use, encourages your baby to sleep longer, and is safe and “escape-proof.” The ergonomic design prevents the startle reflex but allows for natural movement to protect the baby’s hips, as the International Hip Dysplasia Institute recommends.
Dimensions | 23.98 x 19.05 x 3.81 cm |
Weight capacity | 6.8 kg |
Age range | Newborn to 3 months |
Material | 100% Premium Cotton |
Swaddle type | Wrap |
Zip | No |
Machine washable | Yes |
Tumble dry | No |
Hip healthy design | Yes |
TOG rating | 0.5 |
Feeding friendly | No |
When testing the Ergobaby Swaddler, we were blown away by its super-soft fabric made from 100% cotton. Not only was it incredibly soft to the touch, but we love how cotton cares for your little one’s sensitive skin and prevents irritation. This makes it breathable, which we greatly value when wrapping up our baby burritos.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
With its adorable prints and easy-to-use design, we recommend that the Ergobaby Swaddler is best for parents with newborn to three-month-old babies who want an easy way to wrap their babies.
The Designer Bums Muslim Swaddle, initially called a multi-use luxury blanket, is the perfect gift for wrapping your baby up snugly for those chilly evenings. With its 1.2 m size, it allows you ample space to wrap your baby well. This muslin blanket is also ultra-soft, breathable, and warm, thanks to its silky bamboo composition. With its fun design, you can take the Designer Bums Muslin Swaddle anywhere and use it as a blanket, breastfeeding cover, pram liner and more.
Dimensions | 120cm x 120cm |
Weight capacity | 3.5 – 6 kg |
Age range | 1 to 3 months |
Material | 70% silky bamboo and 30% GOTS-certified organic cotton |
Swaddle type | Swaddle blanket |
Zip | No |
Machine washable | Yes |
Tumble dry | Yes |
Hip healthy design | Yes |
TOG rating | 0.5 |
Feeding friendly | Yes |
We love the size of the Designer Bums Muslim Swaddle. Its size and material give it the multi-purpose feature we can see above. However, to use a blanket like this as a swaddle, parents need to know how to tie a swaddle correctly to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
We love to have items with us that have multiple uses for our children, and the Designer Bums Muslin Swaddle is a worthwhile purchase. Its features are not only limited to swaddling but much more.
The Ergopouch Cocoon Swaddle Bag keeps your little one snug and secure and works well with its simple design to make wrapping your baby easier. Just zip them up, and they’re ready for sleep time. The intuitive design uses poppers, which take it from swaddle to your baby’s first sleeping bag. With a TOG rating of 2.5, it’s excellent for room temperatures between 17°C to 23°C and suitable for newborn babies to 3-month-olds.
Dimensions | 4 x 26.5 x 30 cm |
Weight capacity | 6 to 8 kg |
Age range | Newborn to 3 months |
Material | Outer (95% Organic Cotton and 5% Elastane), Inner (95% Bamboo Viscose and 5% Elastane) and Filling (100% Organic Cotton) |
Swaddle type | Swaddle Bag |
Zip | Yes |
Machine washable | Yes |
Tumble dry | Yes (low) |
Hip healthy design | Yes |
TOG rating | 2.5 (17 – 23°C temperatures) |
Feeding friendly | No |
We love the intuitive design of the Ergopouch cocoon to ensure swaddling is a simple process. We love the poppers inside the arms, which allow your baby’s room to grow, and it becomes your baby’s first sleeping bag. Combining organic cotton and bamboo fabrics makes it incredibly soft and comfortable, so they’ll fall and stay asleep.
Did we mention how easy it is to use? The zip function makes slipping the baby into the swaddle super convenient. You can help transition them from a swaddle to a sleeping bag by unclipping the arm holes when they’re developmentally ready.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The Ergopouch Cocoon is best for expecting parents or families with a newborn who want the easy option of swaddling and helping your baby transition between sleeping in a swaddle and sleeping arms-free.
Every parent’s dream is getting their kids to sleep soundly through the evening, and with the Tommee Tippee Grobag, you can achieve this dream. This swaddle functions like a sleeping bag with its open-arm design and zip. Made for children between the ages of 18-36 months, your children can comfortably grow, and with their arms free, they have the freedom to roll when needed.
Dimensions | 24 x 25 cm |
Weight capacity | 3-13 kg |
Age range | 18-36 months |
Material | 100% Cotton Jersey, 140GSM. Zipper: CMZ |
Swaddle type | Sleeping Bag Swaddle |
Zip | Yes |
Machine washable | Yes |
Tumble dry | No |
Hip healthy design | Yes |
TOG rating | 0.2 |
Feeding friendly | No |
We love the zip on the Tommee Tippee Grobag swaddle. It makes changing our babies convenient and getting them into the swaddle simple and fast. This swaddle is for older babies rolling in sleep and can safely sleep on their stomachs. We also like that this swaddle narrows at the hips to ensure natural hip and leg positions while allowing the legs to move as our kids sleep.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The Tommee Tippee Grobag is best for parents looking for a swaddle that is easy to use, quick to change a nappy, and warm on those chillier nights. With a TOG rating of 0.2, this swaddle is better used during summer. It is also reasonably priced.
Following the traditional swaddling method has never looked so comfortable and stylish, but this is precisely what the Comfy Cubs Swaddles has achieved. This swaddle is such a convenient size, and to sweeten the deal, it comes in a pack of four to make it even more convenient, and each pack boasts a set of cute prints and solid colour swaddles.
Dimensions | 119.38 x 119.38 x 0.03 cm |
Weight capacity | 6 to 8 kg |
Age range | Newborn to six months (not rolling) |
Material | Cotton |
Swaddle type | Traditional Swaddle Blanket |
Zip | No |
Machine washable | Yes |
Tumble dry | Yes |
Hip healthy design | No |
TOG rating | No |
Feeding friendly | No |
We love the simplicity of the Comfy Cubs Swaddles, and it’s super soft and so incredibly considerate of your little one’s sensitive skin. Its immense size makes it very versatile, so you can continue to use it even after it’s fulfilled its task as a swaddle.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The Comfy Cubs Swaddles is excellent for parents who want to get the most out of their baby products because this versatile blanket, while making an awesome swaddle blanket, can be used for many other things. This swaddle blanket is best for parents who are confident about their wrapping skills.
The Bubba Blue Animal Muslin Wrap is an excellent wrap to swaddle your child. You can carry these muslin swaddles anywhere, with a touch of Australian wildlife and versatile design. Made with breathable cotton muslin, the Bubba Blue Animal Muslin Wrap is soft and snug.
Dimensions | 20 x 25 x 5 cm |
Weight capacity | 3 – 6 kg |
Age range | Newborn to 6 Months |
Material | Bamboo Viscose / Cotton |
Swaddle type | Swaddle Wraps / Blanket |
Zip | No |
Machine washable | Yes |
Tumble dry | No |
Hip healthy design | Yes |
TOG rating | 0.5 |
Feeding friendly | No |
At first glance, we love how the Bubba Blue Animal Muslin Wrap has multiple uses. It can be used as a pram liner, breastfeeding cover, or blanket. We also love that you get two blankets with a purchase. It’s always handy to have an extra.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The Bubba Blue Animal Muslin Wrap is ideal if you are looking for a simple muslin blanket that can be used as a swaddle. It ticks all the right boxes. It’s warm, comfortable, breathable and versatile. However, you must know how to tie a swaddle well to use this blanket.
The Soothe Swaddle Stage 1 Wrap comes in three swaddle pods and is brilliant for newborns and babies who aren’t yet rolling. Made with 100% cotton for the optimum comfort for your little one, it comes in a pack of three because once you get your hands on these babies, one just isn’t enough. It’s designed to give your newborn or young baby the perfect sleeping environment, while also being hip-healthy.
Dimensions | 54.61 x 29.21 x 0.25 cm |
Weight capacity | 6 kg |
Age range | Newborn to three Months |
Material | Organic Cotton |
Swaddle type | Swaddle Pod |
Zip | No |
Machine washable | Yes |
Tumble dry | Yes |
Hip healthy design | Yes |
TOG rating | 0.5 |
Feeding friendly | No |
The Soothe Swaddle Wraps are super snug and warm, with a design that makes it super quick and easy to wrap your little one. These swaddles are perfect for newborns under 6 kg, as they’re tight enough to keep them snug without featuring too much fabric that could become dangerous. We loved how the velcro was strong enough to stay secure throughout the night.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The Soothe Swaddle Wraps are best for parents with a newborn to a two-month-old and make the perfect gift for expecting parents.
Crafted from certified 100% organic cotton, the Purebaby Essentials Muslin Wrap is a great option for swaddling. With its super soft feel and breathable material, it is perfect for a little one with delicate skin. It’s incredibly versatile and is perfect to use for swaddling, as a blanket, a pram liner, a breastfeeding cover and more.
Dimensions | 120 x 120 cm |
Weight capacity | 6 kg |
Age range | Newborn to three Months |
Material | 100% Certified Organic Cotton Muslin |
Swaddle type | Wrap |
Zip | No |
Machine washable | Yes |
Tumble dry | Yes |
Hip healthy design | No |
TOG rating | No |
Feeding friendly | Yes |
We love the comfortable look and feel of the Purebaby Essentials Muslin Wrap. It’s made with 100% organic cotton and is great value. We also like how it can be used in different ways. When our babies grow out of swaddling, we can use it as a blanket, pram liner and more.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The Purebaby Essentials Muslin Wrap is made with great-quality materials and is versatile. It will last a long time, and you can rest assured that your new baby will be comfortable and warm. Remember that to use it as a swaddle, you must learn to swaddle correctly.
The Aenne Muslin Large Wrap accommodates babies of all sizes between zero to six months, as long as they’re not rolling. Made with a soft and breathable 70% bamboo and 30% cotton, the Aenne will ensure your baby sleeps in the optimum safe sleep environment to promote healthy sleep that transports your baby back to the feeling of being in the womb. And when you’re done using it as a swaddle, you can use it for many other things, even a picnic blanket. Yes, it’s big enough for you to sit on comfortably.
Dimensions | 120 x 120 cm |
Weight capacity | 6 to 8 kg |
Age range | Newborn to 6 Months |
Material | 70% Bamboo, 30% Cotton |
Swaddle type | Traditional Swaddle Blanket |
Zip | No |
Machine washable | Yes |
Tumble dry | Yes |
Hip healthy design | No |
TOG rating | No |
Feeding friendly | No |
We love the ultra-soft Bamboo and organic cotton combination of the Aenne Muslin Large Wrap to ensure the baby is comfortable. The huge size makes it incredibly versatile and can be used in many different ways. We love the beautiful prints available, which give your swaddles a stylish and timeless look.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The Aenne Muslin Large Wrap is best for parents with newborns and young babies who aren’t rolling yet. It’s especially significant if the new baby is taller or bigger than average because you can adjust the fit to their size. It’s also fantastic for new mums and parents who want to use it for more than just swaddling but would like as much versatility from their baby products as possible.
The Halo Cotton Sleepsack is a winner if you value adjustability. We love how this swaddle can adjust to suit your younger babies while they grow. The three-way swaddle design ensures that your baby is wrapped tight while maintaining comfort. The convenience of quickly wrapping your baby will tremendously help their road to self-soothing.
Dimensions | 30 x 22.91 x 2.9 cm |
Weight capacity | 8 kg |
Age range | 3 to 6 Months |
Material | Cotton |
Swaddle type | Sleep Pack |
Zip | Yes |
Machine washable | Yes |
Tumble dry | No |
Hip healthy design | Yes |
TOG rating | 1.5 |
Feeding friendly | Yes |
We love that the Halo Cotton Sleepsacks design allows babies to sleep completely wrapped or with their arms out. The zip lets us change their diapers or dress them in the swaddle. The material is as warm as breathable, so we don’t have to worry about kids overheating or getting too cold.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The Halo Cotton Sleepsack is the swaddle for new parents willing to invest in a swaddle that is a little more expensive but has the features to warrant it. It’s convenient, easy to use, washable, and good quality.
Swaddling helps your baby settle faster and stay asleep for longer. Your newborn might be feeling a little lost in such a big world after being snug in the womb for nine months, so laying them in a big cot can be a little daunting. Swaddling makes them feel secure and cuddled, which can help them stay asleep for longer.
Newborns also are born with the Moro reflex, otherwise known as the startle reflex. This can happen at any time, and you’ll see your baby’s arms shoot upward and they’ll startle. This can often wake them up, so swaddling their arms down to the sides of their bodies can prevent this reflex from waking them in the middle of the night, allowing everyone to sleep for just a little longer.
Thanks for reading! Many parents swear by swaddling, saying they found it an effective way to keep their little ones asleep for longer. You must read up on safe sleep for newborns before using a swaddle, but when used safely, swaddles can be a lifesaver for the whole family.
All of the swaddles we’ve looked at today are safe for little ones, provided they are wrapped correctly. So, which are you going to pick?