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Why your business needs to offer the services of an infant & child sleep consultant to your employees
It won't come as a surprise to hear that a parent who isn't sleeping well isn't able to work to their full potential (we have written...
littlehushnz
Apr 21, 20242 min read
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Are you an employer? Here's why you should care about your employees' babies' sleep
One often-overlooked aspect of employee wellbeing is their family life, particularly when it comes to their children's sleep. Poor sleep...
littlehushnz
Apr 21, 20243 min read
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Why cuddlies, loveys & comforters are more than just a cute toy 🧸
👶💖 Does your little one have a comforter or ‘lovey’ they adore? Whether it’s a specially chosen one or a random surprise from a baby...
littlehushnz
Apr 21, 20241 min read
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Some facts about babies and their sleep
newborns generally require help to get off to sleep but then can ‘drift’ between sleep cycles. the 4-month sleep regression is a...
littlehushnz
Apr 20, 20241 min read
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Layering
How to Keep Your Baby Cosy This Autumn Autumn nights in Aotearoa can be tricky for dressing your little one for bedtime. With...
littlehushnz
Apr 19, 20242 min read
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Welcome to the Fourth Trimester
Hey, new parents! Ever heard of the “fourth trimester”? This term, popularized by Dr. Harvey Karp, refers to the first three months after...
littlehushnz
Apr 19, 20241 min read
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Dummies
What are your thoughts on dummies? Most people tend to either love them or hate them, but here are our recommendations around dummies. 1....
littlehushnz
Apr 17, 20241 min read
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Sleep deprivation & work productivity
On average, parents lose about 133 nights of sleep before their child turns one (parents.com). It is no surprise that this sleep...
littlehushnz
Apr 16, 20245 min read
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Combating Early-Morning Wakes
Quick tip: If your baby or toddler is having early-morning wakes, it is best for you to stay out of their room. Social interaction (along...
littlehushnz
Apr 15, 20241 min read
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Getting Bedtime Back on Track!
With school holidays shaking up our routines, our bedtime schedule needed a little tweak! So, I teamed up with my four-year-old to create...
littlehushnz
Apr 14, 20241 min read
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Caught you being good!
We’ve got a special jar at home that’s all about spotting the good stuff! Every time we see our little ones doing something positive,...
littlehushnz
Apr 8, 20241 min read
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Creating Connection
🩵 🩵 These are called 'connecting hearts' and are a wonderful way to help your toddler when they are having trouble separating from you...
littlehushnz
Apr 6, 20241 min read
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Top tip: Afternoon Naps in the Wrap
Throughout the day there are what are known as 'Biological Sleep Windows'. Put simply, these are periods of time during which the brain...
littlehushnz
Apr 5, 20241 min read
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Daylight savings
🌗 D A Y L I G H T S A V I N G S ☀️ This weekend the clocks go back (an hour overnight on Saturday 6 April NZ) This is lovely for an...
littlehushnz
Apr 2, 20241 min read
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Self Settling
One of our fave topics - S E L F. S E T T L I N G 🛌👶❤️ The ability to self-settle is a crucial skill for uninterrupted sleep. Teaching...
littlehushnz
Mar 28, 20241 min read
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Overtiredness
Overtiredness can be a major sleep disruptor for babies and toddlers. It might seem counterintuitive, but the more tired they are, the...
littlehushnz
Mar 20, 20241 min read
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Light Exposure and Sleep
Light exposure can greatly influence your baby's sleep patterns. Natural light during the day helps regulate their internal clock, while...
littlehushnz
Mar 14, 20241 min read
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Nutrition and Sleep
Did you know that what your child eats can affect their sleep? Foods rich in tryptophan, an amino acid that the body uses to make...
littlehushnz
Mar 9, 20241 min read
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littlehushnz
Mar 3, 20240 min read
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The Importance of Routines
Did you know a consistent bedtime routine is key to helping your baby or toddler sleep better? Establishing a predictable series of steps...
littlehushnz
Mar 1, 20241 min read
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