PEDIATRIC THERATOOLS
Pediatric Guide to Swaddling
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What is Swaddling?
Swaddling is a way of wrapping a thin blanket around your baby to simulate their familiar environment - the womb.
It is calming for young babies and can help soothe fussy little ones, while helping to promote sleep.
Swaddling also...
- Helps babies to learn to self-soothe because it simulates being held.
- Prevents infants from scratching their face
- Helps to alleviate colic
- Helps to regulate their temperature
- Protects them from their natural Moro reflex (startle reflex) that may cause anxiety or disturb them when they are sleeping peacefully.
Laura R. Barnhart, OTR/L, CNT, CIIT, is a practicing Occupational Therapist and Certified Neonatal Therapist with over 20 years of experience in home health, out-patient and NICU settings. Her ongoing practice allows her stay relevant in the field and contribute to her teaching effectively.
Since 2014, she has traveled and trained pediatric healthcare professionals all over the United States. Additionally, Laura teaches and mentors international students, sharing her expertise and fostering global collaboration in pediatric healthcare.
Laura prefers to teach in a discussion style format, encouraging professionals to openly ask questions and contribute to the overall learning experience. Her teaching described as "relaxed and friendly," offers real-life, practical examples, creating an evironment where participants feel comfortable engaging and learning actively.
Disclosures -Financial: Laura is employed by Pediatric Theratools and receives an honorarium for this course. Non-Financial: There are no non-financial disclosures to report.
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