Should you bring your own sleep sack to the hospital?

When preparing for your hospital stay during childbirth, one question that often comes up is whether to bring your own baby swaddle or sleep sack. Here are some things to keep in mind.

Why Consider Bringing Your Own Swaddles?

While the hospital will provide you with a blanket for swaddling, there are some reasons you might want to bring your own.

The hospital usually provides a basic cotton blanket. It generally isn't that soft, so you might consider a bamboo sleep sack as an alternative. We offer both bamboo and bamboo blend Swaddelinis, depending on how soft you want it to be.

The hospital blanket can also be difficult to use. Nurses tend to be very good at swaddling, but that's because they do it so often. You may struggle to put the blanket on properly, which can add additional stress to your postpartum experience. The Swaddelini goes on like a sock to make swaddling even easier.

Finally, bringing your own swaddle may make your birth experience more personal. You can bring the perfect sleep sack for your baby to show them your love for them, and to capture in those first photos.

Will The Nurses Be Okay With That?

Yes! We have heard countless stories of nurses praising the Swaddelini. While they may be used to having the swaddling blanket, they are often excited to see new sleep sacks. Products like the Swaddelini actually make their jobs easier, because they don't have to unswaddle your baby to change the diaper.

Final Recommendation

Consider bringing one or two special swaddles for photos and important moments, but don't feel pressured to pack many. Hospital swaddles are perfectly functional for your stay, and you can transition to your preferred swaddles once home.