Sleepea® 5-Second Baby Swaddle (2024)

Sleepea Swaddle

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What is a baby swaddle sack?

A sleep sack is, essentially, a wearable blanket. And a swaddle is a lightweight square blanket used to wrap an infant. But a swaddle sack is an amazing combination of the two! Here, you get the ease of zip-up sack, plus the cozy hug of a swaddle that infants crave. (Swaddling is an integral part of Dr. Harvey Karp’s 5 S’s for soothing babies.) Our award-winning, pediatrician-designed Sleepea swaddle sack features breathable organic cotton, an easy-peasy two-way zipper, patented escape-proof inner bands…and ingenious shoulder snaps to allow for arms-out snoozing. Unlike other swaddle sacks, Sleepea’s inovative snaps make it so even rolling babies can continue wearing Sleepea! Once babies show signs of rolling, arms-down swaddling must stop. However, if your baby is rolling—and 26 pounds or less—they can remain in Sleepea with BOTH arms out!

Do swaddle sleep sacks work?

Yes! In fact, zipper swaddle sleep sacks work better than traditional swaddles because there’s virtually no room for error…and they’re far easier to use, especially when half-awake at 2am! With the Sleepea 5-Second Swaddle, there are no origami folds, zero intricate tucking, and you don’t need to cross your fingers hoping nothing unravels…which would be super risky. And you can rest assured that you’re not sacrificing quality for ease-of-use. Sleepea’s patented inner bands offer the same sleep-inducing womb-like hug babies have always loved with traditional swaddles.

How do you use an infant swaddle sack?

Sleepea is so easy to use we call it the 5-second swaddle! Simply place your little one on your unzipped Sleepea with their shoulders about two inches above the neckline. Pull one band across Baby’s straightened arm and chest and secure it—and then the other. Then bring the leg flap up between your baby’s legs, attach it to the already-secured arm bands. Finally, zip Sleepea all the way up and get ready for sweet dreams! It’s no wonder Babylist named Sleepea the Best Easy Swaddle!

What are the benefits of sleep swaddles sacks?

Swaddle sacks not only help to activate your little one’s inborn calming reflex, which is their natural “off switch” for fussing and “on switch” for sleep…swaddle sacks are significantly easier to use than a traditional swaddle blanket. With our Sleepea 5-Second swaddle, once you follow the easy-peasy directions, you know that your baby’s swaddle will always be secure, it’ll always be hip-friendly, and it’ll always keep your bub cool and comfy. There’s never a chance of risky unraveling or accidentally wrapping your baby too tight or too loose! Plus, Sleepea takes all of the stress out of trying to unswaddle and re-swaddle during middle-of-the-night diaper changes.

Should I get a baby swaddle with a zip closure?

If you’re looking to take all of the guesswork out of swaddling, then a ready-made baby swaddle with an easy-to-use zipper is for you! While there are several to choose from, the award-winning Sleepea has proven time and again to be a parent and reviewer favorite. (The New York Times, Romper, The Bump, Healthline, and more have all awarded Sleepea top swaddle honors!) Part of the reason: Our ultra-breathable organic cotton Sleepea swaddle features extra-quiet adjustable fastener and a smooth double zipper that help to prevent light sleepers from startling awake. Plus, Sleepea features patented inner arm bands and leg flap, which work together to create a super-safe, secure, escape-resistant swaddle that babies adore.

Why do babies like sleeping swaddle sacks?

Swaddling is an integral part of Dr. Harvey Karp’s 5 S’s for soothing babies. The comforting womb-like embrace of a swaddle helps to activate Baby’s innate calming reflex, which is their built-in “off switch” for crying and “on switch” for sleep. In fact, swaddled babies are able to respond faster to the other four S’s (shushing, swinging, sucking, and holding baby in the side-stomach position)—and stay soothed longer because their arms can’t wriggle around and bonk them in the face!

Is it better to use a sleep swaddle sack with arms in or out?

Is the Sleepea baby swaddle good for transitioning babies with arms in and out?

How easy is it to use the zipper on the Sleepea baby swaddle?

Sleepea’s smooth-slide two-way zipper opens from top or bottom making it easier than ever to get your bub in and out of their swaddle quickly and effortlessly. In fact, Forbes recently named Sleepea the Best Swaddle For Newborns, noting that our zipper-and-inner-flap design is “built for speed” and a “cinch to put on.”

Is the Sleepea baby swaddle sack breathable to prevent overheating?

Yes! Sleepea’s all-seasons design—complete with 100% breathable organic cotton and mesh panels at Baby’s shoulders and legs—keep little ones cool and comfy all sleep long.

How secure is the Sleepea baby swaddle? And is it easy for my baby to escape?

Our innovative Sleepea swaddle is super secure! In fact, The New York Times writes that Sleepea is “the most effective [swaddle for] keeping a baby securely wrapped,” even awarding our Happiest Baby swaddle top spot as The Best Baby Swaddle. Sleepea’s ingenious inner arm and leg bands offer babies the womb-like embrace they love, all while expertly (and gently) averting swaddle escape attempts—and wild arm movements and nose whacks that can startle little ones awake.

Is the Sleepea baby swaddle made from organic cotton?

Yes! Sleepea is made from 100% GOTS certified organic cotton, making our Happiest Baby swaddle ultra breathable, super-soft, and gentle as can be on Baby’s delicate skin.