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Newborn Sleep Essentials

Becoming a parent for the first time is the most fabulous and terrifying thing that will happen to you! Fabulous because you have a beautiful new baby, and terrifying because she doesn’t c … Read more

Newborn Sleep Essentials

Should my Newborn Have a Routine?

If you read some baby books, you would have your baby in a strict routine from day one, with set times to feed and sleep. But the majority of newborns haven't read the same book as mum! And many … Read more

Should my Newborn Have a Routine?

Safety Issues with Swaddling

Swaddling is an ancient art which is extremely popular with today's parents, as it is such an effective tool for better baby sleep. However we would like to ensure you are well informed about … Read more

Safety Issues with Swaddling

Settling & Sleep with a 5 Week Old

The baby sleep problem I have a 5 week old son, I am wanting to try and lengthen out his sleeps at night and also help his sleep patterns during the day. Daytime - He has days where he will go d … Read more

Settling & Sleep with a 5 Week Old

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 periods of time uninterrupted, and this … Read more

Grobag Information

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 starts to show signs of r … Read more

Weaning Your Baby off Swaddling

Swaddling FAQ

When should I stop wrapping my baby? Swaddling works particularly well for about the first 2-3 months, as it reduces your baby startling herself awake. So any time after your baby's startle refl … Read more

Swaddling FAQ

Keeping Your Baby Safe in Bed

Worrying about the safety of your children starts from as soon as you find out you are pregnant until well past their teenage years and beyond! But at least when worrying about your baby in b … Read more

Keeping Your Baby Safe in Bed

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 important to try and maintain … Read more

Do I need to heat my baby's room?

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 deciding whether to buy a bass … Read more

Should I choose a bassinet or cot for my baby?

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 inspired us to found The Sl … Read more

The Happiest Baby Techniques - The 5 S's

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 you have any family history … Read more

Swaddling Instructions

How to get your baby to sleep in a portacot

If you’re planning on travelling with your baby or are leaving them in the care of a relative / friend, you may be worried about how they’ll sleep away from home. After all, everyone … Read more

How to get your baby to sleep in a portacot

Dummies & Newborns

The decision on whether to use, and continue to use a dummy, is completely up to you. It's a topic that everyone has an opinion on, and often won't hesitate to share it with you! At The Sleep … Read more

Dummies & Newborns

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Newborn Sleep Essentials

Should my Newborn Have a Routine?

Safety Issues with Swaddling

Settling & Sleep with a 5 Week Old

Grobag Information

Weaning Your Baby off Swaddling

Swaddling FAQ

Keeping Your Baby Safe in Bed

Do I need to heat my baby's room?

Should I choose a bassinet or cot for my baby?

The Happiest Baby Techniques - The 5 S's

Swaddling Instructions

How to get your baby to sleep in a portacot

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