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swaddling

/swɒd.lɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does swaddling mean?

noun

The act of wrapping a baby snugly in cloth to restrict movement, often to promote feelings of security and comfort. This practice is also known as bundling or wrapping.

Example

"The new mother carefully swaddled her baby to help him sleep through the night."

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