Focus on the action of covering something in a protective or comforting manner. The nurse gently enfolds the newborn in a soft, cotton swaddle.
Pro Tip 2/3
Complete Enclosure
Enfold implies full wrapping, leaving no part exposed. The darkness of night enfolds the town, as street lamps flicker out one by one.
Pro Tip 3/3
Protective Nuance
Using 'enfold' can suggest a caring, protective quality to the action. After finding the lost kitten, she enfolds it in her jacket to keep it safe from the cold.