Hi, we are little confused about whether to use a swaddle or a newborn sleeping bag. There are mixed messages in regards to this, specifically arm positioning. Is there redness recommended sleeping bag for newborns? Thanks Peter and Petrina.

When you refer to a newborn sleeping bag, are you meaning a “swaddle suit” - one that has the arms in?
Red Nose recommends using a light cotton or muslin wrap for a newborn.
Babies respond differently to different arm positions. Some babies do not respond well to wrapping & may prefer their arms out.
Ensure wrap is firm , not too tight.
Your Midwife will help you decide on the specific method for wrapping.

As soon as baby starts to show signs of rolling, wrapping must be ceased.
https://rednose.org.au/article/is-it-safe-to-wrap-swaddle-my-baby

A safe sleeping bag is one that fits properly & has appropriate neck & arm holes & no hood. Baby’s arms are free.
An alternative to wrapping is to use a safe infant sleeping bag; one with a fitted neck and armholes that is the right size for the baby’s weight. Clothing can be layered underneath the sleeping bag according to climate conditions.

Wrapping & swaddle products.

The material of the wrap or swaddle should not cover the face or head, particular if baby sleeps with arms in different positions. If the item is too big for the baby, some zipped swaddle suits that enclose baby’s hands, have been shown to allow material to cover baby’s face and nose when baby raises their hands above their head during sleep.

All sleeping attire designed to cover the baby’s shoulders should have separate neck and arm holes or should ensure that they do not allow the face covering if the baby was to move their arms in different positions.
https://rednose.org.au/article/wrapping-babies