I like to make mine 56 x 56 because I like them to be used longer than 6 months, so much time and love goes into each quilt, never mind the expense. Most new mothers receive lots of receiving blankets and store-bought blankets(quilts) for their newborn. Mine will usually fit a toddler bed or single bed. They make great blankets to let the baby/toddler lay or play. If you go to search and type in Just a few of my quilts, you will see two examples of my baby quilts for co-workers.