As the clocks spring forward, we may worry about how this shift will affect our little one’s sleep routine. Losing an hour can make it harder for babies and toddlers to fall asleep at night and can temporarily disrupt their overall sleep patterns. However, with a little planning, you can help ease this transition.

Life as a mum is a juggling act, whether you work outside the home or not. Even the best sleep routines can be thrown off by sickness, work commitments, afterschool chaos, toddler tantrums, and more. This blog post offers practical, realistic strategies to help you maintain your child’s sleep without adding to your mental load.

Your cuddle-loving baby is not a “bad sleeper” -  they simply need more touch and presence to feel regulated and calm. Temperament and genetics play a significant role in shaping sleep habits, and while you can’t change these traits, you can gently guide your baby toward more independent sleep over time.

Managing your baby or toddler's sleep schedule during the festive period can feel like a juggling act. While sleep is important, it’s also okay to prioritise family time and embrace the joy of the season. Here’s a practical guide to help you strike a balance without feeling overwhelmed

The clocks will go back on the 27th October, which may mean an extra hour in bed for us, but little ones might struggle with the adjustment. Here’s how to manage the time shift - whether you're a parent or caregiver.

Nap transitions are periods when your child drops a nap as they grow older and can comfortably stay awake longer between sleeps. Understanding when these transitions typically occur and recognizing the signs of them can help you to manage them smoothly without disrupting your child’s night time sleep and remaining naps.

Dealing with early morning wakeups can be tough, but by carefully examining current routines, habits, and schedules, you can confidently develop a plan to address their underlying causes and extend your baby's morning sleep.

By understanding the importance of daytime sleep, recognising your child's sleepy cues, and establishing a consistent nap routine & schedule, you're not just promoting better sleep for your little one, you're also setting the stage for better days.

By providing newborns with the right environmental cues about the time of day, we can help calibrate their internal body clock. This is something we can start doing from the newborn stage itself.

By focusing on nutrition, creating a safe sleep environment, establishing consistent bedtime and morning routines, and nurturing their emotional well-being, you're not just fostering good sleep habits—you're cultivating a nurturing environment for your little one to sleep, grow & develop.

Sleep training is the process of teaching your child to fall asleep independently so that they learn to link each sleep cycle with ease and without crying.