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For most parents with babies and toddlers, nap time is sacred time. It’s your time to catch your breath, reset and recharge (if you’re lucky maybe even steal a nap yourself)...
read moreOne of the joys of bringing home a new baby is having the chance to try out some of the adorable things you’ve collected during nesting. However, finding out your baby needs to wear a harness due to their hip displacement treatment can be a very emotional time. Feeling like you have to forgo all those gorgeous carriers and swaddles can be disheartening. We love that ergoPouch creates products that truly meet the needs of...
read moreDuring the first few years of your little one’s life, their awake windows will change as their sleep needs change. Knowing this is a real game-changer, trust us...
read moreSleep is one of the most precious commodities and if you ask any new parent what their number one battle with a newborn is (apart from trying to remember what day of the week it is), they’ll probably tell you it’s the elusive world of baby sleep. When it comes to sleep, there is no one-size-fits-all approach because every baby is different. But being informed and doing your research will empower you to make the...
read moreEnsuring your little one is dressed properly for bed can be an art form. Are they too hot? Too cold? Are they comfortable enough? Because our babies aren’t able to tell us how they’re feeling, we have to do the guesswork for them and it’s even harder in the cooler months to make sure you get the balance just right. If they sleep through the night (can we get a hell yeah 👏), you’ll do...
read moreA lot of people talk about the dreaded ‘sleep regression’ around the 3-4 month mark however, you should think of this as simply a change in your baby’s awareness and development...
read moreA dummy or soother can be a really useful tool for parents to use when settling and soothing your baby for sleep. However, it can also become extremely frustrating when all your baby seems to want to do is spit it back out!
read moreRegardless of how much research you do before your baby arrives, there are some things you’ll need to discover for yourself. This usually happens as you are going through the motions – especially when it comes to sleep...
read moreLet’s face it, when you become a parent there’s little that dictates your life more than sleep. Not only do baby nap times provide parents with those cherished gaps in the day to get across housework, catch up on admin, prepare a meal or even catch some zzz’s themselves… baby’s nighttime sleep directly affects their parent’s sleep – and consequently their wellbeing. If you know, you know. If your baby is struggling to settle for...
read moreWhen it comes to being a new parent, we all share one thing in common: a preoccupation with sleep. Most of us have heard of those babies who are born as sleeping angels, somehow requiring little-to-no guidance. Conversely, we also all know about the horror sleep stories, whereby a 12-month-old baby is continuing to wake several times a night, causing immense sleep deprivation and stress among its parents. Kiindred’s Mothercraft nurse (and baby whisperer) Chris...
read moreIt can be quite a rude shock having your baby start to wake up during the night when they have previously been a good sleeper! You’ve no doubt worked hard on getting them into a good routine and enjoyed those extra few extra Zzs for yourself, only to suddenly be woken up by a tiny little voice in the middle of the night. While each child’s situation (or reason) will be unique, there are generally...
read moreThere are usually a lot of questions around the difference between resettling and self-settling methods. A lot of people will claim that it is unnatural and inhumane to leave your baby to cry, but this is often a misunderstanding with the expectations or interpretation of the techniques. Developmentally, your little one will start waking more easily and will need your help during this time to support them in going back to sleep. In order to...
read moreRecently, a CPR Kids follower contacted us with concerns over certain sleep-aiding products available in the market. These products come with promises such as “long sleep” or “safe sleep” for babies when in actual fact...
read moreImplementing a consistent evening routine will benefit everyone in the family. Not only does this give your little one predictability as they get older, but it will also give you a point in the day to work towards – so that everyone knows what to expect! An ‘evening routine’ will be something that you carry through to the toddler years and beyond. So starting this from an early age is a great way to set...
read moreDuring the first few years of your little one’s life, their awake windows will change as their sleep needs change. Knowing this is a real game-changer, trust us...
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