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Optimum potential, what is it?  When we have a child, we begin the journey by first meeting their survival needs. When that rhythm is established, we begin to look towards the future. What do we need to do to give this child the greatest chance to reach their optimum potential?

Swaddling has been a common practice across cultures for centuries. Parents are often told it helps babies sleep better, keeps them calm, and prevents startle reflexes from waking them. While short-term soothing may be a benefit, the long-term neurological and structural consequences of swaddling — especially once an infant begins to roll — demand a…