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My Sleep Training Thoughts
Today I want to tell you my thoughts on sleep training, what my work means to me, and how I can tell if it’ll work for you or not.
12 Days of Christmas Giveaways 2021!
NZ businesses have gathered together with Cherished Sleep for an amazing 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAYS! What will we give away next?
5 tips for transitioning back to school after lockdown
Transitioning back to school after lockdown is a big change that can be unsettling. Here are 5 tips to help your child with the transition and keep sleep on track as well.
Understanding your newborn baby’s cries
Understanding your newborn baby’s cries When I was pregnant, a well-meaning friend told me “you’ll have no trouble understanding your newborn baby’s cries”. And I went along with it, because surely as a mother, it would all come naturally. Right? Now, if your...
7 steps to banish nightmares in children
Nightmares involve fear, anxiety, and other emotions such as anger, sadness, embarrassment or disgust. Following a nightmare, a child will wake up confused, anxious or scared about what they have just dreamt. So parental comfort is needed. Here is how you can help.
Tips for minimising sleep disruptions during the holidays
It is that time of year again where we all start thinking about the holiday period and where we will be. This year has some added complications such as; will I be allowed to go anywhere, will I be able to see family. Let us hope for the best and say yes. But how are these different homes and different beds going to affect you and your families sleep patterns?
The health benefits of being outdoors with your toddler
There are health benefits to being outside with our toddlers.
5 easy steps to give up the thumb
5 easy steps to give up the thumb If you’re noticing thumb sucking is happening frequently, it may be time to instigate 5 easy steps to help your child give up the thumb. But like all other things parenting, it’s something you decide to do when you’re ready. For a...
When baby won’t lie down at bedtime do this
Babies run into issues when they first learn to stand up; they won't lie down to sleep. You can’t just leave your baby in a situation where they might fall down and hurt themselves, but if you keep going in and laying them down, they won’t learn how to do it themselves. The solution is obvious, but requires patience.
Adjusting for daylight saving is easier than you think
Adjusting for daylight saving is easier than you think This weekend we’re more likely to see a spike in car crashes, strokes, heart attacks, depressive episodes and even IBS. This happens every time daylight saving starts due to the sleep deprivation brought on by...
Are you feeling lonely?
Are you feeling lonely? I get a bit distant on social media, and at times I don't "show up" as often as I "should" as a small business owner. Can you relate to not showing up? Are you feeling lonely? I fall behind because I have a busy schedule, but also because...
Block Blue Light
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