What's with the standard-issue pink and blue striped baby blankets? Throughout much of the country, the large, white flannelized blankets featuring bright pink and blue stripes are the first thing a newborn is wrapped in. They're not the softest, most luxurious, or even organic, but whether babies are born in hospitals in New York, San Francisco, or cities in between, I've seen hundreds of photos Read more

David Holdridge is helping impoverished children, one blanket at a time. After seeing his younger sisters have tea parties with their baby blankies and stuffed animals, the then 7-year-old Clevelander came up with an idea to combine them into a product that would make kids happy. From there, Happy Blankie (ranging from $32 - $128), a line of adorable, oversized throws was born. With help from his Read more

Who says you can't go home? Lil ones learning their way around town can easily take in a 10,000 foot view with Baby Soft-Map Quilts from Haptic Lab (starting at $95). The custom-printed, hand-knotted blankets are available for major cities in the US, Australia, Canada, and Europe, with neighborhood-specific designs available for New Yorkers. Large enough to serve as a tummy time mat or a picnic Read more

When choosing a baby blanket, mamas look for something soft, warm, and functional. One that can help swaddle your tot into a tight burrito and also fend off a chill as they relax in their swing. When choosing our six favorite baby blankets, LilSugar readers echoed our love for Aden and Anais' cotton muslin blankets. The 100 percent cotton wraps, which are stretchy, breathable, and versatile Read more