Give a baby blanket: yes, but be careful!
The blanket, why?
During the first months, babies do not need a blanket: they are satisfied with the presence of their mother. It is during the progressive awareness that they are independent, around eight months, that they begin to express the desire for a "transitional object" that will compensate for the absence of parents. And, normally, they should begin to detach themselves without drama towards 2 years, and to leave it towards 6 years.
The choice of this transition object is quite unpredictable! It can be a stuffed animal, a lange, or even a pacifier, even many of these objects at once. But you can, of course, always try to steer the preference of baby.
What cuddly?
Some parents try to soak smokers before offering them, so that baby attaches to it more easily. What is certain is that toddlers are more attracted by the frank and contrasting colors. Finally, the variety of textiles they like: a blanket with both a scratching label, a soft belly, mustaches that tickle and rustling ears will have all the chances to please!
For a personalized gift, DMC offers embroidered comforters if you like cross-stitching. There are also bears with t-shirts on which to print the photo of your choice. Finally, you can order stuffed soft toys in the name of thechild.
Precautions
Check that the blanket is in compliance with European standards and that none of its parts can come loose and be swallowed by thechild. The quality of the fluff is also important, and synthetic fibers are preferred. You can also wash it before offering it.
Finally, do not forget to buy in several copies the blanket that baby will have elected, so you can always offer him a freshly washed!
