Most new parents are in the loop about swaddling. For many kids, it’s a necessity. That is – if you like to sleep for more than 20 minutes at a time. I know do.

It’s time to put those oversize flannel receiving blankets away. With summer coming up and new babies being born every minute (or so it seems), those little bundles need to be swaddled in something that doesn’t make them sweat. Like these awesome muslin baby wraps from Aden + Anais. These won’t be news to our Aussie readers, but here in the great white north they’re a novelty that needs to become the standard.

Founded by two Aussie moms who couldn’t find these delightful wraps in the US when they were having their babies, Aden + Anais wraps are a necessity for anyone with a new baby. They’re large enough to swaddle a big 3 month old easily, are lightweight & airy and they get softer with every wash. The material has a natural stretchy quality so it’s super easy to get a tight swaddle. Swaddling challenged? Their site offers some great no-brainer tips.

Aden + Anais wraps have several other uses too; as a breathable nursing cover, sun protection over the stroller, a light blanket, or as a burp cloth. A set of 4 retails for about $44 and is worth every penny.

We’ve got a package of unisex sage wraps for one lucky baby. To be entered in the random draw, email theopinionatedparent@gmail.com with MUSLIN in the subject line and tell us another muslin product available from Aden + Anais. Contest closes on 5/8/07 @ midnight MST. Congratulations Jasmine!