We've been recommending the Zipadee Zip sleep sack long before they were on Shark Tank and we have worked with many happy families who have used it. But, a common question is should you wean from the Zipadee Zip before, after, or during sleep training? Do you have to wean from this swaddle transition sleep sack at all?Once you are ready to stop swaddling your baby, the most common sleep product parents use is a sleep sack. A sleep sack is also called a wearable blanket and it's considered
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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
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
Interview with Jamie Cantalupo, the President of Nook
We recently spoke with Jamie Cantalupo, the President of Nook Sleep Systems about her passion for breathable, safe and natural crib mattresses to enhance baby's sleep.Please tell us a little bit about yourself This is always a hard one! My husband and I are blessed to have to three beautiful, funny and strong children. In addition, we are the proud parents of two very rambunctious and spirited Golden Retrievers, so our house is busy and full of lots of love! We live in the South Bay area of
The SNOO to Make Babies Sleep? Is Parenting Too Automated?
Image via WiredIf we travel back just a couple of decades ago, we would find that parents used to have a lot fewer modern conveniences to help us in the day to day. Nowadays, however, parents have a lot more tools in their arsenal that were likely not available a few decades ago. We have swings, several variations of bouncing and vibrating chairs, automatic sterilizers, moving rock and plays, and the list goes on. I know some of us would gladly declare we may not have survived those first
Benefits of Swaddling with 7 Swaddle Safety Tips (Plus a Giveaway!)
Today we have a guest post written by Karen Barski, BSN, RN and inventor of the Woombie Baby Swaddle. Woombie is also giving away two of their Woombie Air so be sure to read to the end to find out how you can enter to win one!Benefits of Swaddling Your BabyWhen your baby is swaddled, he or she is taken back to the days in the womb, when everything was comfortable, safe and snug.Swaddling has a number of key benefits for both parents and babies – when done correctly and
5 Sleep-Friendly Crib Toys For Babies
In past articles, we've established that crib toys don't have to be bad for your baby's sleep, provided they are 'sleep-friendly' toys. Remember, in general, sleep-friendly crib toys do not light up or make noise, and (with the exception of board books) should be relatively soft, and have rounded edges. (Of course, you know your baby best - if your baby does just fine with noisy, light-up toys in the crib, then carry on! ;) )With that in mind, here's a list of 5 fantastic, sleep-friendly
How Warmly Should You Dress Your Baby For Winter Sleep?
Given that it is getting pretty darn cold outside these days, we thought it would be appropriate to bring you an article about dressing your baby for wintertime sleep.How warm should your baby be at night? Let's take a look!Don't Dress Your Baby Too Warmly It's a safe bet that most caring, loving parents (and we know that's just what you are!) are more in danger of overdressing their babies for sleep than of underdressing them, because we worry about our babies feeling cold.But
Are Baby Monitors Bad For Your Baby’s Sleep?
When you first get pregnant, there are so many things on your list of “must haves” (and probably an equal number on your list of “nice to haves.”) For most parents, a baby monitor is on one of those lists. But, would it surprise you to hear that Nicole sometimes urges families to ditch their baby monitors (at least for a time)? No, we're not advising parents to be negligent - we recommend that some families put away their baby monitors for a different reason.Read on, as we explore how baby