receiving blanket

American  

noun

1. a small blanket, usually of cotton, for wrapping an infant, especially following a bath.

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Etymology

Origin of receiving blanket

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

Something old, something new: Repurpose an outgrown baby receiving blanket, or wrap with a new T-shirt so they can wear the wrapping.

From Seattle Times

Those who may be close contacts of individuals who test positive for the virus may start receiving “blanket quarantines,” rather than being interviewed first, Ferrer said.

From Los Angeles Times

The kidnapper fled the hospital with the baby in her arms and wrapped in a receiving blanket, police said, citing witnesses.

From Seattle Times

Within two days of bringing home my new baby, I had ensconced her between me and my husband, wound tight enough for security in a receiving blanket.

From Salon

This is known as a receiving blanket and is standard issue in hospital labor and delivery suites to wrap a newborn baby.

From The Guardian