Nap-Deprived Tots May Be Missing out On More Than Sleep

Posted on October 15, 2013

Direct From ScienceDaily  The study shows toddlers between 2 and a half and 3 years old who miss only a single daily nap show more anxiety, less joy and interest and a poorer understanding of how to solve problems, said …
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Fear, Anger or Pain: Why Do Babies Cry?

Posted on August 8, 2013

Published in Science Daily – 7th August 2013 It is not easy to know why a newborn cries, especially amongst first-time parents. Although the main reasons are hunger, pain, anger and fear, adults cannot easily recognise which emotion is the …
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Q&A: Moving from Mums room to own room

Posted on July 18, 2013

My baby has slept in a cot an arm’s length from my bed for nearly 12 months. How do I make the transition from her sleeping next to me to her sleeping in her own room? I don’t want to …
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Settling into new pattern of sleep challenge

Posted on July 9, 2013

Q: My 16-month-old toddler is very reluctant to go down for her second day-time sleep, but I still think she needs it. When do children only need one sleep through the day? Nicole’s Answer: At the age of 16 months …
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1-2 Year – Routine

Posted on July 7, 2013

Routine Routine – is still  important in your childs life.  By now you would have adapted your routine, to fit your childs sleeping and play requirements.  Let’s talk routine, a routine is so vital in establish order and structure to …
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Q&A: Why Swaddle?

Posted on June 18, 2013

Why is swaddling so important for newborns. I am 36 weeks pregnant with my first child and have heard and read about swaddling babies. I have never really heard of the technique. What are your thoughts on swaddling as a …
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Day Sleeps & Happy Wake Time

Posted on May 6, 2013

Day sleep Achieving good sleep during the day can be just as difficult as the night for parents with a tired infant. The advice about daytime sleep is similar to that for the night but with a couple of minor …
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Expert Advice: Day Sleeps & Happy Wake Times

Posted on May 6, 2013

Day sleep Achieving good sleep during the day can be just as difficult as the night for parents with a tired infant. The advice about daytime sleep is similar to that for the night but with a couple of minor …
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How much sleep does your child need?

Posted on May 5, 2013

Fact: Every living creature needs to sleep. So healthy sleep habits are  important for us.  You know how you feel when you haven’t had enough sleep!  Well, your baby / child feels exactly the same way.   Well rested babies make …
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How to get a 5yr old to wake later (Snippet)

Posted on April 29, 2013

How do you suggest I make sure my five year old sleeps to 7am?  She is waking at 6am and I’m finding that’s not enough for her now she is at prep.  Her bedtime is between 7pm and 7.30pm.  Is …
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