What Is Normal Baby Sleep?
“Is my baby sleeping enough?” Is one of the biggest and most common fears I hear about baby’s sleep. The next is probably “Is this normal?” Unfortunately, there is so much ‘information’ out there that it can be difficult to discern fact from fiction. Nevertheless, to prevent unnecessary stress, knowing what is developmentally normal is […]
Welcome to motherhood
In this guest blog post Susanne tells a story about part of her own transition to motherhood. It is a reminder that not only is it normal for us to worry about our babies but also that it is important for us to seek support and reassurance.
The Truth About Your Newborn’s Sleep
Newborns tend to only wake for 30-60 minutes at a time before dropping off again for another short sleep. It is also very normal for the new sleep pattern to be spread evenly between day and night.
The 7 Best Tips For Preventing Nappy Rash
Nappy rash is the redness and irritation to the nappy area caused by your baby’s delicate skin barrier becoming compromised. It’s very common but the good news is there are a few simple ways to help prevent it.
Why You Might Want to Try Slings or Baby Carriers
Whether you want to call it using a sling, using a baby carrier or baby wearing, there are lots of benefits. Why? Portability! Carrying your baby hands-free can be liberating so that you can get on with things around the house, or just get out for a coffee, especially if you have a baby who […]
What to Know About Swaddling A Baby
What is swaddling? Swaddling has been used by many cultures for thousands of years. It is thought to provide a calming sensory input through the gentle pressure of wrapping blankets. Proponents of swaddling sometimes claim that it creates a womb-like experience whilst the baby adapts to the “fourth trimester”. Others recommend it for reducing the […]
Everything You Need to Know About Co-Sleeping
What is Co-Sleeping? Co-sleeping is simply sharing a bed with your baby. Should I co-sleep with my baby? Whether to co-sleep is a very personal choice and it is definitely worth arming yourself with as much information as possible to make an informed decision. Research shows that lots of parents who start off choosing not […]
