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Appointments at Mayo ClinicMayo Clinic offers appointments in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota and at Mayo Clinic Health System locations.Request Appointment Healthy LifestyleSlide show: How to swaddle a baby Sections Products and services Slide show: How to swaddle a babyPreviousNext1 of 5Keeping baby cozyLooking for a way to soothe your newborn? Research shows that swaddling — a technique that mimics the coziness of the womb — can keep your baby warm and comfortable, as well as help him or her sleep better and longer.When swaddling isn't done properly, however, it can pose risks for your baby. To safely swaddle your baby, follow these tips.Keeping baby cozyGetting startedCovering baby's feetCompleting the swaddleKeeping a swaddled baby safe ShareTweetSee more Multimedia Sept. 04, 2014References Shelov SP, et al. Caring for Your Baby and Young Child: Birth to Age 5. 5th ed. New York, N.Y.: Bantam Books; 2009:72. Colic. 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