Nothing beats the feeling while your little one sleeps soundly within your arms. But once your bladder gets full or you’re feeling too gross to miss that evening bath, your inner self may start screaming for help. If your newborn won’t sleep unless they’re being held and you don’t seem to know what to do, don’t worry. We have some tips that can help. [Read more…]
Sleep is an important factor in children’s development, so it is quite reasonable why many parents are taking a closer look at the quality of their child’s sleep. What if you often see your toddler crying in sleep? Is it something that normally happens, or it a serious sleep problem to be concerned about? Let’s talk more about why toddlers may cry in their sleep, and how we can help solve any issues that may be present. [Read more…]
Snoring seems like a common thing that is experienced while a person is in a deep sleep, but in some cases, it is a sign of more serious concern. What if you caught your toddler snoring loudly – is this something to be concerned about? Is it normal for kids to snore while sleeping? [Read more…]
Bedwetting amongst kids 5 years and up is oftentimes a difficult issue to tackle at home. Should you worry? Should you leave it alone? We’ll help answer your questions. Read on.
The Familiar Story Of Sue, A Parent Just Like You
Sue loves being a mom!
Of course, she’s always the first one to say that it’s never easy and she’s had her fair share of difficult moments; but overall, she’s never felt as complete or as fulfilled.
Sue could honestly say that one of the happiest day of her life was when she and her husband, Paul, welcomed their son Liam. Both Sue and Paul weren’t prepared for the exhaustion of it all, but they took everything in stride and Liam soon grew up to become a happy, well-adjusted toddler.
Little Liam met all his milestones at the right age and aside from the occasional harmless bump on the forehead or a stuffy nose, he never had any health issues more serious than a fever for a day or two.
Sue was so proud during Liam’s first day at pre-K. She baked him a cupcake and Paul took the morning off from work so they could both be around for his first day.
Fast forward to the present, Liam is just a couple weeks’ shy from his 5th birthday. [Read more…]
For parents who are struggling to get their baby to sleep, any miracle solution would be a life-saver. But what if it comes in a form of melatonin drops? Can babies take melatonin? This article will inform you about melatonin and its safety considerations when used with babies and young children. [Read more…]
Coping with sleep deprivation is something all new parents go through. Some embrace it as part of their new reality, while others find difficulty in dealing with it – seeing it as an addition to their already stressed filled lives.
And though both parents cannot escape this, nursing mothers are more susceptible to sleep loss as they need to breastfeed their child every couple of hours or so. And this can take a toll on their work, and their well-being.
So if you’re one of those sleep deprived moms out there, then you might want to show this article to your partner. And for the husbands reading this, it’s time to take out your credit cards for the holidays gentlemen!
But before we get to the gist of this article, let’s first talk about why you need to invest in such gifts.
It’s common for toddlers to go through phases where they simply don’t want to fall asleep. Getting them ready for bedtime can start to become a dreaded chore that neither of you looks forward to. The tough nights can leave you feeling tired and stressed out the next day. So, how can you break the pattern and get your toddler to sleep?
Here, you’ll discover 10 awesome tips to get your toddler to sleep at night. While they aren’t guaranteed to work 100% of the time, they will help make it easier to get your toddler to sleep most nights. [Read more…]
Let’s face it, the thought of taking your baby on a plane can be utterly terrifying! Whether you’re jetting off on a short haul flight, or you’re facing long hours on a plane with your little one, there’s always a risk they could launch into an epic screaming meltdown.
One of the best ways to avoid this potentially stressful scenario, is to try and get baby to sleep on the plane. However, as any parent knows, getting baby to sleep on demand is no easy feat.
Travelling with your baby brings so many benefits, so it’s a shame many parents miss out due to the fear of being trapped on a plane with a screaming baby. Here, you’ll discover 10 tips to get baby to sleep on a plane to help ease your anxiety and ensure you enjoy travelling with your little one. [Read more…]
Are you wondering whether now is the right time to move your toddler from a crib to a big bed? While there’s definitely no strict timeline on when the transition should take place, around 18 months of age is typically when parents start to consider making the change.
The trouble is, if you try to transition your little one from a crib into a big bed too early, it’s going to lead to weeks, if not months of sleep troubles. However, the good news is, there are signs you can look out for to see when your toddler is ready for the switch.
Here, you’ll discover the top signs to watch out for that your toddler is ready to switch to a big bed.
Sleep issues don’t just suddenly stop when your baby becomes a toddler. In fact, the sleeping troubles faced during the toddler years can be a lot more frustrating and difficult to deal with than they were in the baby stage. From sleep regression to musical beds – there’s a lot of sleeping problems you may face, but one of the most common is a fear of the dark.
Most kids go through a phase where they’re scared of the dark. However, it’s particularly common during the toddler stage. So, how do you ease your toddler’s fear of the dark and help them (and you) get a good night’s sleep?
Just when you think you’ve got your little one’s sleeping pattern under control, along comes the toddler years!
For many parents, they dream of regaining those essential 8 hours of sleep once the baby stage is over. However, the transition from crib to toddler bed isn’t as easy and as peaceful as you’d expect. It can be difficult for toddlers to adjust to sleeping in their own bed, leading to tantrums, restless nights and hours spent trying to coax them from your bed to theirs.
If you’re struggling to get your toddler to sleep in their own bed and you’re just about ready to lose your sanity completely, below you’ll find some great tips that can help. [Read more…]
When it comes to solving baby’s sleep issues, one of the main pieces of advice you’re given is to ensure they have a strict bedtime schedule. This is said to help get them into a routine, eventually making it easier to get them to sleep and more importantly, prevent them from waking up too frequently.
However, can baby’s sleep schedule ever be too strict? Here we’ll look at just how rigid your little one’s sleep schedule should be. [Read more…]
Sleep is the one thing all parents wish they’d get more of. The minute you bring your little bundle of joy home, the luxurious eight hours of sleep you once enjoyed feels like a world away. In fact, getting a decent amount of sleep feels like it’s as rare as finding gold dust once baby comes along.
Getting a decent night’s sleep has been a problem that parents have experienced for decades. However, there’s one advantage to being a parent in the 21st century and that’s technology!
Thanks to the wonders of smartphones and tablets, there’s excellent apps parents can use to help with all kinds of baby issues. One type of app which is proving especially popular is sleep tracking.
So how do these sleep tracking apps work and what benefits can they provide? [Read more…]
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is every parent’s worst nightmare. Affecting children under the age of 12 months, it occurs without warning and there is no clear known cause as to why it happens. However, the chances of it happening are extremely small. It’s very rare and while there is no known cause, there are some things you can do to lower your baby’s risk.
Here you’ll discover everything you need to know about SIDS, including the best ways to prevent it. [Read more…]
It’s been confirmed – boys are a lot more difficult than girls! Well, Ok so it’s not scientifically confirmed, but there’s substantial evidence to suggest when it comes to baby’s sleep patterns, boys tend to cause a lot more sleepless nights than girls. Why? Well, that much is unclear, though there are some pretty logical arguments floating around as to what could be causing the problem. [Read more…]