Weaning Your Baby off Swaddling
When to wean
Once your baby becomes frustrated with being swaddled or her sleep deteriorates, it is time to think about weaning her off being wrapped.
Also as your baby
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newborn sleep
Do I need to heat my baby's room?
Adding to the endless list of parental worries is how warm your baby’s room should be, particularly in the middle of winter when temperatures drop. It’s imp
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Find the Best Sleeping Bag for Your Baby
Baby Sleeping Bag Guide
Size, fabric type, tog rating, warmth & sleepwear combinations, zip position and more are covered and linked to from thi
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Grobag Information
Baby sleeping bags are designed to keep babies and toddlers at a safe, comfortable sleeping temperature all night long. This helps them sleep for longer p
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Swaddling Instructions
Down Up, Down Up Technique
This is Dr Harvey Karp's DUDU - Down Up, Down Up - technique which is very effective for calming babies & helping them sleep longer.
If yo
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Safer Sleep for Babies
The following content is produced by the Lullaby Trust, the UK's leading experts on safe sleep and SUDI prevention.
We really love their safe sleep advice as it is simpl
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Newborn Essentials for a Summer Baby
Keeping baby cool in summer can be hard work! It can be hard to cool down rooms, especially for day naps and being out and about in a buggy can be just as hot. Whilst th
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Swaddles and Wraps
Finding The Best Swaddle
Swaddling a newborn can help baby to calm, relax and settle ready for sleep. Swaddled babies will typically sleep for longer and wake less
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How to Choose a Safe Cot Mattress
Buying a cot and mattress is one of the biggest purchases you’ll make when setting up your baby’s nursery. It’s also one of the most frequently used i
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Choosing a Safe Bed for your Newborn Baby
Congratulations! If you’re reading this, it’s likely because you have your first baby on the way. Such an exciting and wonderful time, and filled with all th
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The Happiest Baby Techniques - The 5 S's
When you are looking for solutions for a crying baby or helping a newborn sleep, look no further than the amazing 5 S's techniques. These techniques are so good, they in
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Should I choose a bassinet or cot for my baby?
You’re patiently waiting for the arrival of your baby and planning their nursery at the same time. You know you’ll definitely need a cot, but are still decid
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How to Choose a Safe Cot for Your Baby
There are so many things to think about when you become pregnant and are planning for your little one’s arrival. From what to eat to what to do, to which products
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Catnapping Solutions for Newborns
One of the most common requests we get at The Sleep Store is to help babies sleep longer during the day. Not only are most babies not rested after a 20 or 45 minutes sle
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Getting Your Baby to Sleep When You Are Out
Getting your baby to sleep can be hard enough, but what happens when you need to be out and about?
Life goes on when you have a baby, and there will always be times your
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