How Does The Sleepwear Operate Like Magic?

Baby Merlin’s Magic Sleepsuit is a patented swaddle transition product designed by Maureen Howard, a pediatric physical therapist and mother of four. It eliminates the need for loose blankets and provides a contained and secure feeling that is soothing and facilitates sleep. The Magic Sleepsuit is intended for back sleeping in a crib and is designed to help babies feel cozy and secure.

The Magic Sleepsuit works by suppressing the baby’s startle reflex while simultaneously giving them a cozy and secure feeling. The fit of the suit hugs the baby’s arms, and the material is open and specific about what they do with the materials, such as spraying them with chemicals to make the suit flame-retardant. The Magic Sleepsuit is made from velvety material to help babies transition from swaddling and prevent them from startling.

Designed exclusively for back sleeping, the Magic Sleepsuit helps muffle reflexive startles and involuntary movements that can wake a baby prematurely. The Sleepsuit is designed for babies ages 3-6 months and is used the same way as a traditional sleeper. The Magic Sleepsuit allows the baby’s arms and legs to be free but is padded to keep them snug and muffle those movements.

The Sleepsuit looks more like a snowsuit than a traditional wearable blanket, with open hands and feet to help regulate the baby’s temperature. The polyfill material is designed for a specific developmental window from the swaddle transition until babies are ready for more freedom of movement in their bodies.

Despite being a little pricey, the Magic Sleepsuit is a nicely made product that has worked for many parents.

Why does the Magic Sleepsuit have open feet?

The Magic Sleepsuit is designed with open hands and feet, which facilitate the dissipation of the infant’s body heat during sleep. It is advised that no hand or foot coverings be used when the infant is asleep in the Magic Sleepsuit.

When to stop using magic Merlin sleepsuit?

The Magic Sleepsuit should be discontinued once a child starts to roll or show signs of wanting to roll over. Parents should look for signs of the baby “fighting” the Sleepsuit, such as squirming, scooting, or trying to roll. These signs indicate the baby is ready for the next developmental stage and more freedom of movement in their sleep. When transitioning from the Sleepsuit, layer a light cotton pajama with the Dream Sack on top, allowing a seamless transition and allowing the baby to continue their sleep routine without interruption.

When to stop using Merlin suits?

The Merlin Sleep Suit is not suitable for babies who can roll in it onto their tummies, so if your baby is getting strong enough to do so, it’s time to stop using it. Transitioning out of the Magic Sleep Suit is similar to transitioning out of a swaddle, as your baby is likely older than four months, possibly older than 5 or even 6 months, and your options for managing potential post-Merlin sleep regression are vastly increased.

You will likely experience at least a slight sleep regression whenever you make a big change, such as out of the swaddle, out of parents’ room, or into a new bed or crib. Although the Merlin suit is “magic” to many people, there is no “magic” time to stop using it. Whether you stop at 5 months, 6 months, or 8 months, it will still be a big change for your baby and likely to result in a brief regression as he figures out something new.

Do babies wear clothes under merlin sleep suit?

It is recommended that the Magic Sleepsuit be worn with a diaper or onesie, with no more than one layer of light cotton.

Why do babies like the Merlin sleep suit?

The Magic Sleepsuit is designed for infants to sleep comfortably in a crib at the recommended temperature, thereby providing a secure environment by reducing reflexive twitches and involuntary movements that can cause premature wakefulness.

Do babies get hot in Merlin suit?

It is recommended that The Magic Sleepsuit be used in a room with a cooler temperature, accompanied by a diaper or onesie, and no more than one layer of light cotton.

Is the Magic Sleepsuit weighted?

The Magic Sleepsuit is a unique product that is not weighted or containing any weighted material. It is made of three layers of fabric: jersey cotton inner layer, jersey cotton or microfleece outer layer, and a layer of polyfil in between. The layers provide a cozy, contained feeling for babies transitioning from the swaddle. The Magic Sleepsuit was created by Maureen, who stated that a patent can include multiple possible variants of a product, but that does not necessarily mean the product that reaches the market contains all those features. The Magic Sleepsuit does not contain weighting or weighted material.

What happens if baby rolls over in Merlin sleep suit?

Rolling over or attempting to roll over in the Magic Sleepsuit is a sign that your baby is ready to transition out of the swaddle. Once your baby is rolling in the Magic Sleepsuit, you can transition to the Baby Merlin Dream Sack. If your baby is rolling while awake in clothing other than the Magic Sleepsuit, continue using it until they start rolling over. The Magic Sleepsuit is designed for a specific developmental window, from the swaddle transition until babies are ready for more freedom of movement in their sleep. Once your baby is rolling in the Magic Sleepsuit, consider transitioning to the Baby Merlin Dream Sack for greater freedom of movement while still providing the comfort the Magic Sleepsuit provides.

Is the Magic Merlin sleepsuit safe?

The Magic Sleepsuit and Baby Merlin’s Magic Dream Sack are designed with safety as a top priority, undergoing extensive lab testing and quality control inspections. Parents and caregivers are responsible for using these products as recommended, following the ABC’s of sleep (Alone, Back, and Crib) and following all AAP guidelines for safe sleep.

The Magic Sleepsuit should be used with the ABC’s of sleep (Alone, Back, and Crib), and in a room at an appropriate temperature for babies. Parents should contact the company with any product questions to ensure they follow these safety guidelines.

Safe sleep tips from the AAP include placing infants in supine for every sleep, using a firm sleep surface, keeping soft objects and loose bedding out of the crib, not smoking during pregnancy, having a separate but proximate sleeping environment, offering a pacifier at nap time and bedtime, avoiding overheating, avoiding commercial devices marketed to reduce SIDS risk, not using home monitors as a strategy to reduce SIDS risk, preventing positional plagiocephaly development, ensuring others caring for the infant are aware of these recommendations, and avoiding excessive time in car-seat carriers and bouncers.

If your baby has any medical or developmental condition, consult your physician before using our products or any other product in the crib.

Why does the Merlin sleep suit work so well?

The Magic Sleepsuit is a wearable blanket that provides a secure, contained feeling that is soothing and facilitates sleep. This eliminates the need for loose blankets and allows babies to sleep better on their back for extended periods.