As parents, we know how important it is to get a good night’s sleep. Unfortunately, sometimes our babies and toddlers can experience disruptions in their regular sleeping patterns – such as the 12 month sleep regression. This phenomenon typically occurs around the age of one year old and often causes disruption for both baby and …
Are you a parent of an 8-month-old baby or toddler and feeling exhausted from lack of sleep? You may be dealing with the common phenomenon known as sleep regression. It can cause your child to become fussy, wake up more frequently during the night, and have difficulty falling asleep. But don’t worry – there are …
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When it comes to taking care of our children, parents don’t always have time for themselves. We worry about homework and ensuring our children eat well and get enough sleep. Sleep is especially important, as a lack of quality sleep can lead to many ills in the long term. But what happens when your little …
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If your child wakes during the night from a deep sleep and it’s not teething, a medical condition or a wet nappy, it’s most likely a sleep-related issue. And while you might be tempted to ignore the problem and deal with the sleepless nights, frequent night wakings lead to sleep deprivation and can hinder your …
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If you’re a new parent or thinking of becoming one, it’s likely that you’ve heard of white noise. On the surface, it can come across as a bit unappealing. But believe me when I say that there is nothing more comforting to your baby than the sound of white noise – and they will sleep …
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Many parents ask themselves (and us) if it is OK not to swaddle a newborn. The simple answer is, yes! Swaddling healthy infants with a breathable blanket is great for both parent and child, and comes with many benefits, with few drawbacks. Swaddling has been used since the dawn of civilization to induce sleep, reduce …
Using a swaddle blanket is one way to help calm a fussy baby who needs a little extra help going to sleep. Although swaddle blankets are normally used for sleeping purposes, some can be used for other reasons, such as breastfeeding. Swaddling is an excellent way to encourage a newborn baby to sleep well. It …
Many first-time parents have a lot of worries when it comes to deciding how to dress baby at night for sleep. For example, will the clothes be too tight? Too loose? Or what if the baby is allergic to them? Does my toddler need a blanket or hat? Will the clothes make them hot or …
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