Abstract:
A system and method for transitioning a baby from the swaddle blanket is disclosed herein Specifically, the system can comprise a body, a neck hole in a top portion of said body, two arm sleeves connected to opposite sides of said body, a leg cover that connects to a bottom portion of said body, and a slit closeable by fasteners. each of said arm sleeves has no orifice large enough for an arm to pass through. The leg cover has no orifice large enough for a leg to pass through.

Description:
BACKGROUND 
       [0001]    This disclosure relates to a system and method for transitioning an infant from swaddling. 
         [0002]    Swaddling is a practice of wrapping an infant in a cloth or a blanket to tightly restrict limb movements and create a womb-like environment. Infants are often afflicted with the ‘Moro’ or startle reflex- where a baby&#39;s limbs startle or jerk spasmodically preventing a baby from getting sound sleep. Swaddling helps sooth irritable infants and assist babies to sleep longer. As a baby becomes more active, able to roll over, and able to break free from the swaddle wrap, transition from swaddling can start. Transitioning an infant from being swaddled can be a difficult and tiring task, as it involves sleepless nights for both the parents and the child. Although the baby needs the mobility to push up and roll over at this point, the Moro reflex still prevents the infant from getting the sound sleep they need. This is sleep that is conducive and vital to proper development and growth. In addition, an infant who is accustomed to the enclosed and cozy sensation the swaddle provided, is met with the uneasy and uncomfortable freedom of having the swaddle suddenly removed. Hence, an infant may not be able to sleep for extended periods as he used to when swaddled. There are currently several methods being practiced to transition an infant from swaddling. 
         [0003]    A common method of transitioning is called the one-arm swaddle. This method involves having one arm of a baby covered, and secured in a swaddle wrap. In such method, one arm of the baby can be completely free from an enclosure. However, with one arm free a baby can scratch his face or pull his pacifier out which can prevent an infant from sleeping. Additionally, one-arm swaddle leaves an arm exposed to cold temperature and the startle reflex. 
         [0004]    Another method involves a use of a traditional blanket or sheets, which can be used to cover an infant to make him feel secured, and warm throughout the night. However, using loose sheets can be hazardous and can cause suffocation as babies tend to move around. A loosened sheet or a blanket can be tangled up or can accidentally cover baby&#39;s nose or mouth. 
         [0005]    As such it would be useful to have an improved system and method for transition a baby from swaddling. 
       SUMMARY 
       [0006]    A system and method for transitioning a baby from the swaddle blanket is disclosed herein Specifically, the system can comprise a body, a neck hole in a top portion of said body, two arm sleeves connected to opposite sides of said body, a leg cover that connects to a bottom portion of said body, and a slit closeable by fasteners. each of said arm sleeves has no orifice large enough for an arm to pass through. The leg cover has no orifice large enough for a leg to pass through. 
     
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
         [0007]      FIG. 1  illustrates an infant covered in a transition wrap. 
           [0008]      FIG. 2  illustrates a transition wrap. 
           [0009]      FIG. 3  illustrates wing span of arm sleeves. 
           [0010]      FIG. 4  illustrates a cover flap for a zipper head. 
       
    
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION 
       [0011]    Described herein is a system and method for the transition wrap. The following description is presented to enable any person skilled in the art to make and use the invention as claimed and is provided in the context of the particular examples discussed below, variations of which will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art. In the interest of clarity, not all features of an actual implementation are described in this specification. It will be appreciated that in the development of any such actual implementation (as in any development project), design decisions must be made to achieve the designers&#39; specific goals (e.g., compliance with system-and business-related constraints), and that these goals will vary from one implementation to another. It will also be appreciated that such development effort might be complex and time-consuming, but would nevertheless be a routine undertaking for those of ordinary skill in the field of the appropriate art having the benefit of this disclosure. Accordingly, the claims appended hereto are not intended to be limited by the disclosed embodiments, but are to be accorded their widest scope consistent with the principles and features disclosed herein. 
         [0012]      FIG. 1  illustrates an infant  101  covered in a transition wrap  100 . Infant  101  can be covered with transition wrap  100 , which can securely cover infant  101  arms, body, and legs. Transition wrap  100  can be designed to completely enclose infant  101  and at the same time can allow infant  101  movements with slight resistant. 
         [0013]      FIG. 2  illustrates a transition wrap  100 . Transition wrap  100  can comprise a neck hole  201 , arm sleeves  202 , body  203 , and leg cover  204 . Neck hole  201  can serve as an opening that can allow the head of infant  101  to peek through. As such head of infant  101  can be outside enclosure of transition wrap  100 . Further, neck hole  201  can have an extended portion forming a collar  206 . Collar  206  can provide a soft and comfortable cushion around the neck of infant  101 . Arm sleeves  202  can be full sleeves covering the arms of infant  101 , wherein arm sleeves  202  cannot contain any openings. Leg cover  204  can be an extended sheet covering the whole leg portion of infant  101 . Further, leg cover  204  can be trapezoid in form, having a wider area at the bottom or feet area. As such, both legs of infant  101  can be wrapped and enclosed inside leg cover  204 . In such shape, leg movements of infant  101 , such as kicking can be restricted. Body  203  can be a portion that comprises neck hole  201  and connects arm sleeves  202  and leg cover  204  together. Further body  203  can have a middle portion or a slit  205  which can be a vertical cut that can split front portion of transition wrap  100  into two sides. Hence, slit  205  can give transition wrap  100  a wider opening. As such, with slit  205  infant  101  can be easily slipped or clothed with transition wrap  100 . In one embodiment, slit  205  can be positioned at the middle of transition wrap  100 , extending from neck hole  201  down to as far as leg cover  204 . In such embodiment, slit  205  can open transition wrap  100  in full. In another embodiment, slit  205  can extend from neck hole  201  and go a portion down transition wrap  100 . In such embodiment, transition wrap  100  can only be halfway opened. Further, slit  205  can comprise fastener  207 . Fastener  207  can be any type of fabric fastener such as a snap, a button, and/or a zipper, capable of joining two edges of slit  205  together. 
         [0014]    Transition wrap  100  can be made from any soft material, which includes but is not limited to cotton, silk, chenille, and/or polyester fabrics. As such, transition wrap  100  can be used as a wearable blanket, which can be used as an alternative or replacement for traditional infant pajamas. Transition wrap  100  can be designed in varying shapes and sizes. In one embodiment, transition wrap  100  can have different thickness of fabric or padding. As such, transition wrap  100  can be designed to have several layers or varying thickness, depending on the weather condition. In another embodiment transition wrap  100  can be stuffed with materials capable of regulating desired condition, and in order to provide comfortable temperature to infant  101 . 
         [0015]      FIG. 3  illustrates wingspan  301  of arm sleeves  202 . Arm sleeves  202  can be designed to have a wingspan  301 , which can enable infant  101  to move his arms freely but with slight resistance. Wingspan  301  can be designed in an angular shape, where arms of infant  101  can be placed. In such embodiment, wingspan  301  can have a triangular form, creating an angle or a tip in arm sleeves  202 . Wingspan  301  can then extend downward, narrowing at the portion where the body of infant  101  can be situated. Arm sleeves  202  can each be closed to prevent infant from moving his arms outside transition wrap  100 . In another embodiment, arm sleeves 
         [0016]      FIG. 4  illustrates a cover flap  401 . In an embodiment, wherein fastener  207  can be a zipper, cover flap  401  can be used to cover a portion of fastener  207 . Cover flap  401  can comprise of snap fastener that can include but are not limited to buttons, snap, or hook and loop fasteners. Further, cover flap  401  can be placed at the top stop of a zipper, wherein top stop of a zipper can be placed near neck hole  201  and just below collar  206 . Top stop of a zipper can be the portion of a zipper where pull tab of a zipper can rest while on fastened or closed position. Hence, cover flap  401  can be used to safely hide or tuck sharp edges of a zipper. In another embodiment, cover flap  401  can cover the whole portion of fastener  207 . In such embodiment cover flap  401  can be an extended material covering full length of fastener  207 . 
         [0017]    Various changes in the details of the illustrated operational methods are possible without departing from the scope of the following claims. Some embodiments may combine the activities described herein as being separate steps. Similarly, one or more of the described steps may be omitted, depending upon the specific operational environment the method is being implemented in. It is to be understood that the above description is intended to be illustrative, and not restrictive. For example, the above-described embodiments may be used in combination with each other. Many other embodiments will be apparent to those of skill in the art upon reviewing the above description. The scope of the invention should, therefore, be determined with reference to the appended claims, along with the full scope of equivalents to which such claims are entitled. In the appended claims, the terms “including” and “in which” are used as the plain-English equivalents of the respective terms “comprising” and “wherein.”