Of course there are many other viable fabrics perfect for wrapping your baby in; wool and fleece for when you and your baby are somewhere very cold, if not freezing, amazingly durable and soft double knit cotton weaves, and lightweight flannel. There are even high en d cashmere and silk baby blankets for those whom money is no object.
If you are concerned about longevity when picking a new blanket, then perhaps micro fiber baby blankets are the way to go. Made of the latest synthetic fiber available, micro fiber blankets provide the same warming properties of traditional baby blankets, with added stain and liquid resistance. Thanks to the micro fiber's synthetic makeup, these types of blankets tend to wear slower and be easier to clean than those made of traditional non synthetic materials.
Another wonderful material to look for is muslin. Similar to typical cotton receiving blankets, muslin also incorporates an open weave which allows your baby to stay warm and comfortable while still having just enough air flowing through the muslin weave to prevent overheating.
So the next time you go shopping for a new blanket, you can be confident that no matter which type of material you choose, your baby will be warm and snuggly in his or her new blanket.
