When a baby is newly born it needs to regain its sense of security by being wrapped. This is known as swaddling and it requires a bit of skill and also a bit of knowledge in knowing how to wrap a baby correctly. It also requires an actual baby wrap, and the best materials include muslin, jersey, and flannel. It is a good idea to keep wraps as simple as possible because they will be used extensively and may require frequent laundering for the first few months of a child’s life.