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October 26, 2021

Turn the clocks back without a hitch this October

In advance of the clocks going back on Sunday, October 31st it is a good idea for parents of young children to be aware of a few strategies that can be considered so that your established sleeper continues to sleep well or at the very least that sleep is minimally disturbed at this time. It...

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September 3, 2021

When should I transition my child to one nap?

Ultimately every child is different but in general, the majority of toddlers will be ready to transition to one nap somewhere between 15 and 18 months. Whilst of course I have observed some children under one showing signs, and some older than 18 months still comfortably on 2 naps, it is in this 15-18m age...

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August 3, 2021

Should babies sleep on their backs?

All babies should be placed on their backs every time that you put them down for sleep. This is the recommendation as per the health agenda that supports “back to sleep”; an initiative introduced post-1991 that has greatly reduced the risk of SIDS. Literature confirms that babies that are placed on their side or their...

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July 6, 2021

What should my child wear at bedtime?

Your child will struggle to sleep well if they are too hot or too cold. Trying to dress them appropriately can sometimes be difficult, especially as many parents will worry about overheating as this can be a risk factor for SIDS. Firstly, I would encourage that we regulate the room temperature to the recommended 16-20ºC...

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June 9, 2021

Is it possible that my baby is sleeping too much?

Although it is probably not the most commonly asked question, obviously some parents do raise a concern if their baby seems to sleep a lot, in their opinion. Generally, a typically developing healthy baby will achieve, when able, their own personal sleep quota, and this will have a range. It is true that babies DO...

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May 6, 2021

3 Key Changes to Help Your Baby Sleep

If you find yourself struggling to establish better sleep for you and your young child (over 6 months of age) then it may be worth considering making some changes when it comes to sleep time and throughout the day and how you manage your child’s awakenings. Unfortunately, a large percentage of parents report various sleep...