Tricks and tips to tame toddler bedtime battles Is bedtime a bit of a major with a toddler in your house? I hear it all too often! So, I’ve put together some tricks and tips to help you tame those toddler bedtime battles. Toddlers and bedtime drama often go hand and hand. Indeed, you can…
DetailsWhich coloured noise for sleep? Which coloured noise is best for sleep? Is this something you’ve wondered lately? Yes, noises have colours associated with them. Crazy right, who knew!!?? I’ve previously written about white noise and how to use it effectively – but since then there have been a number of baby (and adult) products…
Details12 Tips to help your child nap well at daycare Would you like 12 tips to help your child nap well at daycare? Let’s face it, childcare is a reality for many parents who need to work to support their families — not to mention the fact that plenty of parents want to work. Whether your child is…
DetailsEarly bedtimes are good for you AND your child Early bedtimes are good for you and your child. It’s true! It’s no secret I’m a proponent of early bedtimes for children over the age of 3 months, so I thought I’d give you a brief outline on why. Here are five reasons to convince you…
DetailsFlexible schedule or clock-based naps? Is your child on a flexible schedule or having clock-based naps? When you’re a parent navigating your child’s first couple of years of life, there’s a lot to take into consideration. And when it comes to sleep and napping, almost everyone has an opinion, yet much of the information can…
DetailsThe truth about sleeping through the night When we become parents, we expect some form sleep deprivation, it comes with the territory. But at some level we are all waiting to post that milestone card on social media. The one that says our baby slept through the night for 10-12 hours (yes, that’s what sleeping…
DetailsThe Truth about Dummy use Here’s the Truth about Dummy use. Dummies are a controversial topic and just another example of parenting choice you need to make up your own mind about. You may already know that sleep can be complex, but there’s also more complexity around the use of dummies than you might assume…
DetailsThe best Mother’s Day because I let it go Although my memory is starting to fail me, I think this was the best Mother’s Day I’ve had in my 10 years of parenting. Infection and all. And I think it was the best day because I let it go… This wee blog is to all…
DetailsWhy your baby screams when you put him in his cot The reason why your baby screams bloody murder when you put him in his cot can vary depending on age and stage. If this has happened to you, take heed you’re not alone! But it can be be daunting nevertheless and make us parents…
DetailsChildhood sleep deprivation – breaking the cycle Childhood sleep deprivation is something more and more children are experiencing. It’s a vicious cycle that can lead to emotional and behavioural issues. But an understanding of the issue and some basic behavioural changes can be key to breaking the cycle. Sleep is still a relatively new field compared to…
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