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 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...
With Easter Egg hunts, long weekends, school holidays and travel in the mix, good sleep habits can easily slip away. Here are my top tips to stop Easter sabotaging your child’s sleep.
The first 2 years of your child’s life are filled with change and growth. This time is often considered the most important as it’s when rapid brain development occurs. It’s also when you may turn to The Wonder Weeks as a means of keeping tabs on these changes. But which Wonder Weeks leap is best to work on sleep?
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.
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.
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 extra scope Aucklanders have to move around a bit more freely, albeit outside, has a number of perks. It’s more than being able to catch up with friends and family, there are health benefits too. Let’s look to the silver lining and make the most of it NZ.
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? I get a bit distant on social media, or lack the incentive to "show up" at times. Can you relate? Are you feeling lonely? I fall behind because I have a busy schedule, but also because I’m a bit of an introvert and I tend to keep to myself....
Eleven reasons your child needs Banz earmuffs If you’re anything like me, you may not have even considered earmuffs for babies and children, let alone thought of eleven reasons your child needs Banz earmuffs (if you have already considered earmuffs I really do...
3 tips to stop fireworks ruining your child’s sleep Are you after some tips to stop fireworks ruining your child's sleep? Take heed, you're not alone. All that loud noise can be irritating! If you already have older children and you’re not out celebrating with...