Naps are essential for your little one’s mood and development (and your sanity!), but how do you know if they’re sleeping enough? What are the basic do’s and don’ts when it comes to toddler naps? In today’s post, Jen Varela, a baby sleep coach, chimes in on how to ensure your little ones get the proper daytime rest. By definition, what is a nap? Varela says that a nap … [Read more...] about How to Help Your Toddler Nap
Sleep aids
Baby Oasis Sound Machine
I have two kids. One is my eater, and one is my sleeper. Can't have both, right? My son, not the good sleeper, also happens to have his bedroom right off of the kitchen. It's a terrible location considering bedtime is 7 p.m. and I hang out in the kitchen until I go to bed. Between cleaning up the kitchen, trying to hang out with my husband and having two dogs, I wouldn't call … [Read more...] about Baby Oasis Sound Machine
The Cozy Cocoon Baby Swaddle
The Cozy Cocoon ($49.95) is a winning swaddle option for all. At the hospital the nurses do wonders with simple swaddling blankets. They wrap the babies snug as a bug and make it look so easy. Then you get home and attempt to replicate this yourself, only to find your baby’s legs and arms break free left and right. That easy swaddle is nowhere to be found. You may even find … [Read more...] about The Cozy Cocoon Baby Swaddle
Eric Carle Portable Soother and Star Projector
The Eric Carle Portable Soother and Star Projector ($24.99) is designed to help babies self calm and drift to sleep with imagery and relaxing music. It’s small enough to tuck into your diaper bag to bring along while traveling. The soother plays a version of Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, Rockabye Baby, and rain sounds. The lullabies are both calming to parent and baby. After … [Read more...] about Eric Carle Portable Soother and Star Projector
Woombie Swaddle Review
As a new mother of twins, I understand the importance of swaddling to help keep your baby asleep. However, no matter how many times I practiced with a muslin blanket, I was forced to finally admit defeat. Ever since, I have been on the search for a foolproof swaddling system. My criterium? No learning curve. On my journey toward the perfect swaddler, I have sampled four … [Read more...] about Woombie Swaddle Review