Tzeadim › 1–3 months

Sleep · Wind down

Stop swaddling

What it is

Stop at the first sign of rolling — usually 8–12 weeks; move to a sleep sack with free arms.

Start preparing

1. Transition over a few nights: one arm out, then both.
2. Keep the rest of the ritual identical so only one thing changes.

Sources

• Sleep-related infant deaths: updated recommendations (2022) — American Academy of Pediatrics · checked 30-08-2026

Last reviewed 30-08-2026 · Confidence: high

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