What is Torticollis and how do I correct it?
Torticollis is a term to describe the asymmetrical posturing of the head and neck – often resulting, in a baby, in a head tilt and misshapen head. It is the third most common musculoskeletal condition found in babies and children. About 1 in 200 babies have Torticollis, and present with a shortening of a muscle […]
Tips for lessening the stress around sleep
It’s a common understanding that sleep is essential for better health. As adults, we’re often advised to keep to a reasonably regular schedule and to get a nourishing eight hours a night in order to feel refreshed and energised. But for the majority of new parents, this ideal is impossible. Long stretches of uninterrupted sleep […]
Things I learned at baby sleep school – Part 2
Once we settled in our new dwellings, I started to make friends with my fellow sleep-deprived mums. One of the great things about such a facility, there was absolutely no judgment from other parents. Just a knowing nod across the hallway and eyes that were met with the greatest empathy. Everyone was in the same […]
Things I learned at baby sleep school – Part I
Five months ago I gave birth to the girl I now consider to be my entire universe. Shortly after I came home from the hospital, I went to my local health clinic and joined the parents’ group. At each meeting, we had a round robin where we all shared any challenges, wins or advice. Each […]
The top 7 wraps and swaddling cloths
If you’re like me, you watched in awe as hospital midwives expertly wrapped your baby in a little blanket then tucked them up for what looked like the most comfortable sleep ever. Then, if you’re like me, you brought your baby home and gave it a try yourself. But it’s not so easy at 1.30am […]
Surviving the 4-month sleep regression
One of the best things that happen to parents is when their baby starts sleeping through the night; the worst is when that sleep cycle stops … All of a sudden naps get short, helping baby fall asleep takes forever, baby wakes up constantly, baby wakes up miserable, and simply won’t sleep. You cannot get […]
Sleep tips for parents of multiples
Sleep is a big important issue for new parents. And if you’re expecting twins then there are some extra challenges and specific tips you should know. Here’s some sleep advice for parents expecting multiples from sleep consultant Cheryl Fingleson. Remember that twins tend to arrive between 36 and 38 weeks or even earlier. If your twins are born […]
How to put your baby to sleep safely—Safe Sleeping Guidelines
Red Nose Australia provides support for families who suffer the death of a baby. They also help fund research into the causes and prevention of sudden deaths of babies in pregnancy, birth, infancy and childhood. However, they are best known for their work in reducing the rate of SUDI deaths (Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy). […]
Recall: Childcare Snuggle Time Bedside Sleeper
Parents are being urged to check for a possible defect in a popular co-sleeping bassinet sold in Australia. A recall notice has been issued for the Childcare Snuggle Time Bedside Sleeper — sold exclusively at Baby Bunting between May 2017 and September 2018 — because it poses a possible safety risk to infants. In some […]
Recognising baby tired signs – a Hubber’s guide
How do you know when your baby is ready to sleep? If you’re new to this whole parenting thing it can be a hard thing to spot – a newborn baby’s tired signs are aren’t as obvious and easy to recognise as you’d think. You will – through watching them closely – learn to spot […]