Your guide to Australian Made Baby Blankets & Swaddles

When it comes to buying a gift for a newborn many of us gift swaddles and blankets, they make great gifts because they can be used for more than swaddling baby or keeping them cosy in the pram.

I’ve personally used a baby swaddle as a scarf, picnic rug & baby play mat but they’re also great as a makeshift change table on the go, a pillow if you get a chance to take a nap and a great shade from the sun.

This month we’ve pulled together a gorgeous selection of Australian Made baby blankets and swaddles perfect for gifting.

If you’re new to your parenthood journey be sure to check out our latest journal post as we share the benefits of swaddling baby and tips and tricks for those Houdini bubbas out there.

Price Range | $39.95-$49.95

Made From | 100% Certified Unbleached Organic Cotton

Size | 120cm x 120cm

Best For | Clothing & Bedding for Sensitive Skin

Our Fave | Organic Cotton Pointelle Swaddle Blanket ($49.95)

If you are a clean and conscious mama who seeks low tox options for your babes, you have to get to know u&me.

Their range is simplicity in its best form, classic blankets, wraps and kids clothing made from pure, 100% certified organic, unbleached cotton - that’s right, no nasty chemicals and dyes here, making them perfect for sensitive little ones with conditions such as Eczema, Asthma and allergies.

Choose from their pointelle blanket for a classic look or bundle bubba up in their plain swaddle for a contemporary look. Both come in their signature beautifully soothing unbleached cream colour big enough to use as a swaddle or a pram blanket.

We love that u&me support Australian Made end to end, with their products made in Australia from Australian Made fabric right down to their packaging.

Our friends at u&me are kindly offering 20% off, use code UME20 at checkout.

Price Range | $145

Made From | Linen

Size | 100cm x 150cm

Best For | Unique one of a kind art

Our Fave | Composition #1 ($145)

If you haven’t heard of the crazy talented artist behind Marirosa Studio, you just have to check her work out.

Here you’ll find linen wraps made slowly with love. Each one is a unique one of a kind piece hand painted with non-toxic paint.

Expect soothing flowing textured shapes in earthy hues of dusty pink, sun burnt terracottas and sandy yellows.

These gorgeous wraps double as a great throw in the bedroom or living room or even at the beach.

Price Range | $149 - $419

Made From | Merino Wool or Cotton

Size | Bassinet 100cm x 80cm, Cot 115cm x 105cm, Throw 200cm x 150cm

Best For | Patterned Warm Blankets

Our Fave | Pebbles Cotton Cot Blanket ($179)

If you’re after a heavier weight blanket for a winter baby, Uimi has what you’re looking for to snuggle your little one up and keep them cosy and warm.

Made in Melbourne, Uimi's range of blankets are made from high quality Merino Wool or Cotton which are both naturally soft, breathable and biodegradable.

You’ll find stunning textured knits and cables in the yummiest colours or patterned & textured blankets perfect for the nursery or pram in playful colours.

We love that they offer a variety of sizes in bassinet, cot and throw so you can buy a keepsake that will last baby beyond their first few years.

Price Range | $39.95 - $49.95

Made From | Organic Cotton

Size | 90cm x 70cm

Best For | Printed Swaddles

Our Fave | Rust Floral Organic Cotton Fringed Wrap ($49.94)

Every baby has to have a few swaddles in stunning prints and Crybaby has it nailed.

All their Organic Cotton Fringe Wraps are handmade on the Gold Coast and come in the most stunning prints.

Customise to suit your style by adding a fringed edge and get ready to be asked by every mum you meet "where did you get that beautiful swaddle?".

Price Range | $49.95 - $119.95

Made From | Organic Cotton or Merino Wool

Size | 110cm x 120cm

Best For | Plain Colour Cotton Swaddles & Merino Wool Sleep Sacks

Our Fave | Newborn Swaddle Set ($119.95)

Created by a mum who searched high and low for the perfect sleeping bag, Billie + Bobbie are known for their merino sleeping bags and organic cotton swaddles.

Made from natural fibres, their swaddles and sleeping bags are breathable and soft against baby’s skin.

If you’ve got a little Houdini who is constantly escaping even the tightest swaddle you may prefer a sleeping bag or sleep sack over swaddling.

You can’t go wrong with Billie + Bobbie’s contemporary gender neutral colour palette and swaddle sets that make for easy gifting.

Image Credits: Feature image via u&me, all other images via brands mentioned.