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Causes of separation anxiety in babies
At around 6 months of age, babies reach a big developmental milestone: they start to perceive relationships and, most importantly, the effect of distance....
When can a child start sleeping with a duvet, blanket or pillow?
When our children are babies it is clear what the guidelines are when it comes to safe sleeping: the cot area should be clear...
How to stop your baby from waking up too early
You reluctantly open your eyes. It’s still dark outside, but something very familiar called you out of dreamland – it’s your little one’s voice...
Medicating babies & children to help them sleep: everything you need to know
As sleep consultants we come across many instances of parents medicating their children in order to get them to sleep. Parents are often faced...
Co-sleeping & bed-sharing with your baby: is it safe?
One of the most common questions my clients at Goodnight Baby ask is about when they need to move their babies out of their...
Will starting solids make my baby sleep through the night?
As a sleep consultant, one thing I'm very aware of is how desperate moms are to get their little ones to sleep. I have...
When should my toddler stop napping during the day?
I don’t know about you, but as a mom of three, I LOVED nap times for my children! I was almost draconian in my approach to...
Should I give my child a comfort item like a lovey or security blanket...
Often new moms are told to introduce an item that can serve as a positive sleep association or security item for their babies. Even...
Bottle weaning: How to get your toddler to stop using a bottle
At Good Night Baby we look at sleep in a holistic manner. What does that mean? We do not look at sleep in isolation,...
How to transition your toddler from two naps a day to one
The first thing I learned when becoming a parent and a sleep consultant is that change is inevitable, especially regarding sleep! It seems as soon...