Sleep

Nothing will ever prepare you for the rigors of being a new mother. The late nights and the endless cries have become too regular, while the piping hot coffee that turned cold has become a constant scene on your table. But seeing the angelic face of that tiny human in your arms will be enough to start another day full of promise.  

When you bring home your newborn baby, you’ll be surrounded by a sea of swirling emotions and wondrous new experiences. While there are any number of new experiences and emotions that will be a part of this next chapter of life, one of the less than thrilling new experiences that you’ll encounter is sleep deprivation. Managing the needs of a baby and the demands of parenthood can be a difficult balance and many families find themselves struggling to stay energized. If you want to boost your energy and feel more energized with your newborn, here are five essential tips that every parent needs to know.

As a parent, you are probably used to doing what's best for your baby. After all, not only do you want it to be healthy and grow up happy and strong, but you also want to be able to enjoy those precious first few months of parenting with minimal stress and anxiety. One common question that many parents face is whether or not they should have their baby in the same room as them. Some experts say it's necessary for safety reasons. Others say it can even help with your baby’s sleep if they're close by rather than sleeping alone in another part of the house. So, what's right for your family? Let’s see some benefits of sharing a room with your newborn.

If you're considering transitioning your nursery into a toddler room, many things should be kept in mind. Besides redecorating the room, you will need to adapt the furniture for your child's growing needs. Your toddler's room should be a place where your child can be creative, stay safe, and have a comfortable place to sleep. You will want to create a secure toddler bed, which is larger than a crib and has safety rails. Alternatively, you can use a twin-size bed, but ensure it has safety rails to keep your child safe. Whichever way you decide to change your baby's room, it should be functional and customized for your child's needs. Take a look at some easy ideas to transition your nursery to a toddler room. 

Becoming a new parent means you are in for a world of new thrills and excitement. You now have the joy of helping your child develop throughout their life. But, along with the trials of stimulation, feeding, sleeping and navigating your baby's sleep schedule, it is one of your most formidable obstacles during the early weeks. Unfortunately, this is especially challenging for new mothers working on very little sleep, causing stress and frustration. Here are a few ways to help you understand the importance of getting the sleep you need. 

There are many changes for you and your little one within the first few months of their life. When your baby outgrows their bassinet, one of the main concerns is learning how to move your infant to a crib. You are not alone if this adjustment feels overwhelming. Many parents worry about how their baby will react to the change. Use these tips to learn how to transition your baby.

When your kids have trouble sleeping, it not only can disrupt your own sleep as a parent but also lead to moodiness, clumsiness, and other issues caused by poor sleep. Here are some basic steps to take that should help your child to sleep more soundly.

Examine Your Routine

Bedtime routines are one of the most integral factors in successful sleep for children. You don't have to know how to fold a fitted sheet to know how to have a good bedtime routine. Bedtime routines can be very simple. An effective routine may be as simple as brushing teeth, using the toilet, putting on clean pajamas, and getting tucked into bed. You can always add things such as reading a story, rubbing your child's feet or back, or having a small cup of water. Just make sure to keep activities slow and mellow in order to promote a relaxed brainwave

Every parent is looking for the magic way to help their baby get a good night's sleep. From babies that have trouble falling asleep to babies that wake up during the night, sleeping soundly is a notoriously difficult skill for a baby to master. However, getting a full night's sleep can be the holy grail for overtired parents and a sure way for everyone to have a better day.

A baby’s cognitive, physical and emotional development takes places at an accelerated level during the first 18 months of their life. Effective sensory stimulation and quality sleep are key in helping to ensure that a baby is able to adapt well to the world around them. So, how can you use regular, effective sensory stimulation to aid your baby’s development, as well as improve their sleep?

Want to help your baby fall asleep smoother easier? From countless tips and tricks to help lull babies to sleep faster, it turns out that music is one of the most effective ways to getting the job done, and putting your infant at ease.

Since music is inherent to humans, it’s a great universal medium of communication that brings people together, young and old.

Here are 6 ways that music is most effective for putting your infant to sleep.