Safe Co-sleeping Practices with Your Infant Co-sleeping with your infant is a natural and beautiful part of parenting. Co-sleeping promotes bonding, feeds to overwhelmed mums/dads and allows both baby and parents to have a deeper sleep. When co-sleeping is done safely, it is believed to be beneficial for both parents and baby. For parents who …
Understanding the Impact of Colic on Infant Sleep Most parents are familiar with colic in infants, but may not know the implications for sleep. Colic can cause distress, discomfort, and a lot of crying in babies. As such, colic can have a major effect on an infant’s sleep, as well as the sleep of their …
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Dressing Your Baby for Sleep in Different Seasons Dressing your baby in the right way for sleep, especially in the different seasons, is an important task to maximize their comfort. Keeping up with seasonal changes can be a challenge, but it’s important for your baby’s health and wellbeing. Whether you’re going into the spring or …
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The Significance of Tummy Time in Infant Sleep Tummy time is a key component of infant development. It encourages babies to use their arms and legs while lying on their stomach, strengthens their muscles and helps them learn to roll, crawl, and eventually sit. Tummy time is also important for healthy infant sleep. Infants who …
Understanding Your Baby’s Sleep Patterns Understanding your baby’s sleep patterns is important for your child’s development and well-being. By knowing what times your baby needs sleep, how long each nap lasts, and if they are prone to night waking, you can better tailor caregiving tasks, such as feeding and play, to optimize your baby’s sleep. …
Common Myths About Infant Sleep Debunked Sleep schedules, habits and needs of babies change fast. Unfortunately, this means that advice can often become outdated. By cluing in on the latest research about infant sleep, parents and caregivers can help ensure that their little ones get the rest that they need. From the reality of night …
Understanding the Impact of Teething on Infant Sleep Teething is a natural and necessary process in child development. It’s a time of excitement and anticipation as parents and caregivers can observe the emergence of their child’s teeth. However, teething can also come with certain discomforts, discomfort which can ultimately make it harder for a child …
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Infant Sleep: What to Expect Each Month of the First Year Having a newborn baby at home is such an exciting time, but it can also be a bit overwhelming. One thing you’ll likely be worrying about is if you’re baby is getting enough sleep. Sleep is so important for infant development, and understanding what …
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The process of changing diapers during the night can be daunting for parents. Diaper changes at night can be a hassle – there is often a noisy baby, a sleepy parent, and little light for changes, which can make it unnecessarily difficult. If parents are able to master the art of night-time diaper changing, it …
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Sleep safety for infants is an important consideration for any parent. Unfortunately, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is a major cause of infant death worldwide. It is important for parents to reduce the risk of SIDS by taking steps to make their infant’s sleep as safe as possible. By understanding the current guidelines for sleep …
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How White Noise Can Help Your Baby Sleep Better When it comes to helping your baby sleep, white noise might be just the thing you need. White noise is a sound that is considered to be ‘static’ and essentially masks other environmental noises that might disrupt your baby’s sleep. The sound of white noise can …
Naps are an integral part of your baby’s healthy sleep schedule. A good nap time routine can help your baby stay alert during the day and get restful sleep at night. Naps give your baby the opportunity to recharge and reset their energy. Understanding the different types of naps, nap lengths and when to schedule …
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Understanding the Impact of Parental Stress on Infant Sleep Sleep plays an important role in a baby’s physical and psychological development. Parental stress can have a major influence on an infant’s ability to get quality sleep. As parents, it’s important to be aware of the necessary measures we can take in order to reduce stress …
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How to Manage Separation Anxiety at Bedtime Separation anxiety is a common issue in toddlers and preschoolers, and can make bedtime a particularly tricky business. Young children may experience fear or discomfort when it’s time to separate from a parent or caregiver, and they often use this as a way to stay in their comfort …