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Do screens at bedtime really affect sleep?
Good sleep hygiene says you should NOT use screens for AT LEAST an hour before bed (ideally two hours). But do screens at bedtime really affect sleep? Let’s see… It's mainly to do with melatonin release Melatonin is known as our "sleepy hormone". It is released in...
5 reasons your sleep training efforts failed
5 reasons your sleep training efforts failed As parents we all know that sleep is beneficial, if not vital, for the wellbeing of our children. And when it’s not going well, it’s tempting to start sleep training your baby yourself. Because, well, how hard can it...
5 steps to solve the parental preference trap
When it comes to parenting there are some common traps we all fall into. When we’re talking toddlerhood one common issue is the “favourite parent”. Whether you’ve hit this milestone moment where your child has a parental preference, or you want to be...
Five ways Matariki can help you Rejuvenate Your Sleep
If insomnia has hit, or your sleep isn't as good as you'd like it, take inspiration from Matariki this weekend. Here are five ways Matariki can help you rejuvenate your sleep! In the celestial realm, Matariki, (known elsewhere as the Pleiades star cluster), has...
3 simple bedroom tricks to give you better sleep
When sleep doesn’t come easily, it can be frustrating to say the least. But having the right bedroom environment can really help! Here are 3 simple bedroom tricks to give you better sleep.
6 must knows about sleep after 12 months of age
6 must knows about sleep after 12 months of age What should you expect with sleep AFTER the first year? I’ve previously written about the nap changes that happen in baby’s first year, but then what? Here are 6 must knows about sleep after 12 months of age. The...
Improve your relationship and more just by improving sleep!
Have you ever wished you had a better parent-child relationship? Did you know you can improve the quality of your relationship with your child by ensuring they get enough sleep? That’s right, you can improve your relationship and more just by improving sleep! When...
5 things your child needs to know about SLEEP
Most school children are getting significantly less sleep than they should. Children need a minimum of 10 hours a night until their teens, but lots of children and teens still need more than that! Here are 5 things your child need to know about sleep. Without good...
5 tips to avoid sleep sabotage these holidays
If you’ve been working hard to teach your baby independent sleep skills and they’re finally sleeping through the night, then I just want to warn you. This Christmas, even though it is a wonderful time to celebrate and spend time with the people you love, it can also be an absolute minefield of potential sleep sabotage.
Three reasons your child tests you
Three reasons your child tests you If you are a parent, you will be tested at some point. Here are three reasons your child tests you and what you can do about it. This testing we’re talking about often starts in early toddlerhood and it can be a bit of a...
Dads need sleep too
Dads need sleep too For the month of September 2022 we want everyone to acknowledge that “Dads need sleep too". Sleep is for EVERYONE. And this Spring you get a chance to sort it (sleep that is, but once sleep falls into place most other things do too). We...
Getting your partner involved with sleep
Getting your partner involved with sleep If you’ve ever dreamt of getting your partner involved with sleep, this blog is for you. But it is also for you to share with your partner, who you may have noticed is standing back. The one who maybe silently wishes they...