Snoedel NICU Newborn Preemie Baby Sleeping Bonding Aid Snuggle Blanket (Pink Stripe)

With the addition of the special natural wool, the Snoedel is better able to absorb and retain your scent. For times you can't be near your child, you can fulfill his or her need for your presence with this unique stand-in. Just place the Snoedel for three or four consecutive nights on mother's or father's bare skin to allow it to absorb body scent. Then position the Snoedel in your baby's bed so that the baby is able to smell your scent which is slowly released. When held or placed near a newborn or infant the scent is slowly released to comfort the baby, thus improving sleep, aiding in bonding, and soothing a baby's crying or distress. To refresh your scent on the Snoedel, rub it against your bare skin at least twice a week. Snoedel helps promote falling asleep more quickly and reduces baby's fear of being alone. It's in wide use in hospitals, and is particularly comforting to preemies who often are separated from parents right after birth. A preemie "is out in the world before he or she should be, and this causes tremendous stress. Using the scent of mom or dad is one step to counteract that stress, by creating a comfortable environment that gives them a sense of who they are." Babies feel more comforted and secure, especially as medical procedures are done, from the unique smell from their parent's scent captured in the 100% natural Snoedel doll fibers. The Snoedel is in conformity with the provisons of the Safety of Toys Directive (CE Mark) and can be sterilized for a hospital environment. All Snoedels are handcafted in the United States by caring women, mostly mothers themselves, who give great attention to detail and the quality of their work. We are proud to say that every Snoedel is made with love! Can be machine washed in warm water. Handcrafted in a blend of premium quality 100% natural materials.