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Babies tend to sleep a lot. But the sad thing is, they do not sleep during the times when you want them too. They will be all tired, groggy and sleepy all day long but come night time; they are alert and more active than ever. Because of this, you …

It’s been a long day, and you’re exhausted. After crossing everything off your to-do list for the day and putting the kids to sleep, it’s finally time to take care of yourself. It’s time to get a good night’s sleep. You crawl under the covers, close your eyes, and think …

When I think about massage I immediately think of a pamper session, which no doubt it most definitely is! Let’s face it there is nothing better than getting a good massage. I remember getting a pregnancy massage when I was 6 months pregnant and honestly it was one of the …

I’m pretty sure that when they say “The best things in life are free” they were referring to playing with your newborn. There is simply nothing better. Remembering back to when I was a new mom, I tear up at the thought of those precious first moments of interacting with …

Much to my horror my 3 year old daughter recently declared that she does not have day naps any more. I have tried my best to change her mind and for a good few weeks still attempted to get her to sleep but it has become clear that no matter …

Night terrors are a distressing sleep disorder that can affect children and their families, causing sleep disruption and emotional distress. These episodes, characterised by sudden fear and confusion during sleep, can be challenging to deal with. However, there are several practical strategies parents and caregivers can employ to manage and …

As parents, we often cherish the peaceful sight of our children sleeping soundly, lost in dreams. However, the nights can occasionally bring about a different scenario—one that involves intense fear, confusion, and sleep disruption. Night terrors in children are a puzzling occurrence that can leave both parents and young ones …

Sleep training has a negative connotation for me and makes me think only of the “cry it out method“. How do you get your baby to sleep without distressing him or her? Some of the most common questions from parents of babies relate to baby’s sleep, such as: how can …

When you get baby into a routine it can make a huge difference to your life as a new mom. Being able to plan your days makes everything much easier. Just remember that a newborn baby won’t follow a routine. A newborn will sleep for about 2 hours and wake …

When my babies were young I was concerned so much with how long my baby should sleep and how many naps he or she should have. Things got a lot easier with routine when I realized that the length of time in between naps is really important too! How Long …

It is every mom’s question: how long should my baby sleep for? Your baby’s needs are constantly changing as he grows, find below a guideline for how much sleep your baby needs at his age. How Long Should My Baby Sleep? 0 – 3 months old baby: A baby of 0 …

Getting to know your baby and his body language is going to help you know when your baby is tired, hungry, sick, needing some quiet time, or ready to play and engage with you. Understanding your baby’s sleep cues will make things much easier for you to get your baby …