One of the things we hear so often from new parents is that they all thought it would be much, MUCH easier to get their babies to sleep! After all, for us, sleep seems intuitive, doesn’t it? You get tired, so you go to bed…and then you fall asleep. What’s so tough about that?Apparently, a lot, if you’re a baby! As you are no doubt aware, the process of going from wide-awake to fast asleep can require a lot of intervention from mom or dad. But since you and your partner are no doubt exhausted
How (and Why) To Use White Noise For Babies
Using white noise can lengthen your baby’s naps and help your baby sleep through the night – but how, exactly, should you use white noise? Should you use white noise all night long? How loud is too loud? Are some kinds of white noise better than others? We’re answering those questions – and more! – in this article.How (And Why) To Use White Noise For BabiesChoose low-pitched, steady white noise sounds.Limit the amount of time your baby is exposed to white noise.Consider
Sleepless in America: The Financial, Physical and Mental Effects of Sleep Deprivation in America
There is a mental and physical health epidemic in America that is impacting more than 86.3 million adults each and every night. It’s sleep deprivation, and while it may seem harmless it could be affecting your physical health, your mental health, and America’s bottom line.In a recently conducted survey, it turns out that 34 percent of American adults do not get the proper amount of sleep per night. What is the proper amount of sleep you ask? Well, according to the Mayo Clinic an adult (17
Essential Shopping List For Pregnant Moms
Guest PostEvery woman expecting a (new) child needs to create a shopping list with essential items she needs during pregnancy. These are items that she needs to make pregnancy and childbirth go by as quickly and smoothly as possible. These items range from first aid supplies to food and everything in-between. Every pregnant woman should have these following items on hand.Items for the Baby While pregnant, all women can think about is the baby. They try to purchase as many baby products
Top 5 Smart Devices for Babies to Keep Them Safe & You Sane
As a parent you can’t help but worry and wonder; babies are so small and vulnerable, it’s only natural to watch and fret over anything and everything. Are they breathing? Is the temperature too hot for them? Are they getting enough nutrients? Are they happy? These are just some of the questions that will go through your mind throughout the day, and night. It can be scary and exhausting, which is why many new parents are turning to smart devices for help.These gadgets, from monitors that
Baby Night Lights Do’s and Don’ts (And Our Top 5 Night Light Recommendations)
Lots of parents assume that a night light is one of those baby essentials that every nursery requires. After all, a well-placed night light can reduce the fumbling usually associated with middle-of-the-night diaper changes and feedings. But is a night light distracting to your baby? Do you really need one? What kind of night light should you buy? Keep reading for our baby night light do’s and don’ts, as well as a list of our top 5 favorite baby night lights!Baby Night Light Do’s and
Safe Toddler Sleep: When Can a Toddler Use A Pillow?
This is a guest post written by Judith McLeanWhen your toddler is ready to make the transition from crib to their first bed, it’s a milestone often accompanied with lots of exciting decisions, from selecting new bedroom decor to choosing the right bedding.It’s usually only once you’ve decided on the bed and bought the duvet and bedding set that you start thinking about important safety questions, such as: when can a toddler use a pillow?Why Can’t Babies Use Pillows? Unlike
3 Things That Happen To a Baby’s Body When They Sleep
Today, we have a guest post from Founder and President of Comfort Mattresses, Mel Trudell. Enjoy!If you’re like most parents of an infant, sleep has become a hot commodity. One of your top priorities has quickly become helping your baby get a truly restful night’s sleep. Because, let’s be honest- if your baby isn’t sleeping, neither are you!When you’re walking around like a sleep-deprived zombie it’s difficult to be the parent you aspire to be. Lack of sleep will cause the best of us to
10 Must Do’s to Prepare for a Baby Financially
This guest post was written by Isaac Atia, Founder of 10BestRanked, an authority blog where Isaac reviews the top home and outdoors products.Having a baby is such a beautiful thing. However, it can be scary when you aren't prepared. Being financially stable can be highly load mitigating.Taking the time out to make sure your money is in order, will be well worth it.With an immense life change such as this, comes with immense habit adjustments. Especially when it comes the way you