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Expert Tips for Parents
July 17, 2022
The world is opening up and confidence in travel is returning. Perhaps you too are in the process of planning your holiday with your little ones? Many families then worry that a lack of routines and time zone differences could throw their little ones off. While some children tend to cope easily with change, others are less adaptable. Our UK sleep specialist Gemma Coe is a mum of two herself and as a certified baby and child sleep consultant. She helps families all over the world develop healthy sleep habits. Today, Gemma tells us what to look out for when it comes to children's sleep when travelling.
Child sleep on holiday
"First of all, I want to say to you: don't worry too much. You are on holiday. It's a short time when your number one priority should be FUN. If you throw out all your routines and schedules during your travels and develop other methods
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Expert Tips for Parents
June 29, 2022
Do you know the feeling? You're turning into the road to your house in the pram or car and poof, your child has fallen asleep. As we all know, this has been a nerve-racking experience for one parent or another. But what about napping on the go? Do these power naps ruin your little ones sleep routine? Or can you actually use them in a positive way?
Our guest author Gemma is a mum of two, living in the South East of England. Gemma specializes in sleep after a career in healthcare. As a certified baby and child sleep consultant, she has since been helping families all over the world to prepare for the arrival of their little ones. She has developed healthy sleep tips and can offer advice when things get tricky. Today, Gemma tells us all about napping on the go and also shares a little bit of her own secrets.
Gemma Coe
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Expert Tips for Parents
April 22, 2022
A Sleep Consultant's Best Sleep Aid? A Sleeping Bag!
We caught up with Gemma Coe, The Baby and Child Sleep Specialist to chat about how sleeping bags can help you all get a better night's sleep...
My best sleep aid as a sleep consultant? Sleeping bag. Absolutely! Given all the sleep products out there for newborns upwards you may think I’m mad (or just slightly boring). Hear me out. OK, so not only do these ‘wearable blankets’ look totally cute, but they are great for many practical reasons too.
To ensure safe sleep, the NHS and the Lullaby Trust recommend a room temperature of between 16-20 degrees. We also need to ensure the cot is kept completely clear of any loose bedding
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Expert Tips for Parents
June 04, 2021
Top 5 Tips for Summer Sleep
For some parents a good night's sleep is as mythical as unicorns, and in the summer months, with more light and warmer temperatures it can be even harder to achieve a full night's rest. But we're here to help with our Top 5 Tips for Summer Sleep! We can't promise they'll have you all sleeping through the night but they will help optimise your baby's sleep environment to give you all the best chance for some shut-eye this summer. And remember, no matter where you are or whatever the weather, the safest way for baby to sleep is to be placed on their back on a firm flat surface with no loose covers or items around them.
1. Blackout Blinds
Longer days might be lovely in lots of ways, but they can play havoc with little ones' sleep! If you're at home, temporary blackout blinds (we like ones with suction cups for ease of use) can be used to keep baby's room dark, hopefully letting them know it's still time for
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December 16, 2020
Ergobaby Online Exclusives: Whales, Wildflowers and Scooters Sweeten Babies’ Sleep
Our new Online Exclusives collection continues. After our recent limited edition additions to our Omni 360 Cool Air Mesh range - Tropics and Grey Leopard - the Sleep collection is next. There is a sweet version of our baby sleep bag in TOG 1.0 material thickness: light blue sperm whales move majestically through the dark blue ocean. Whales is not only a beautiful design but the cosy, comfy Sleep Bag will let your baby sleep safely and
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Expert Tips for Parents
August 21, 2020
Three Top Tips for a Simple Sleep Routine
As new parents, it is normal to have plenty of questions about the impossible task of not getting your baby to drift off to sleep, but how to make them stay asleep. It doesn’t have to be a never-ending battle, Sam Saunders aka The Baby Guru is on hand with a range of proven tips and tricks to ensure your baby sleeps through so the whole family can enjoy their beauty sleep.
Striking a balance on the correct amount of sleep for your baby is a fine art, one which needs to be understood and perfected. Whilst too much daytime snoozing means your little one will not go down at bedtime, too much playtime results in an overtired baby – and everybody knows that is never good!
Here are some great tips
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Expert Tips for Parents
July 25, 2020
How to Dress Your Baby for Sleeping in Summer
This year's summer weather is predictably all over the place, one minute we're sneaking out of bed in the middle of the night to turn the fan back towards us and the next we're debating whether July is too early for the 'big duvet'! And it's no easier working out how to prepare little ones for a peaceful night's slumber either.
We're sharing this handy guide to help you do everything you can to ensure you all get a great night's sleep no matter the weather! Take a look and don't forget you can always get in touch with us on social media or by emailing customersupport@ergobaby.co.uk if you have any more questions.
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Expert Tips for Parents
May 11, 2020
Ten Ways to Better, Safer Sleep
Safe sleep is something all parents think about, and something parents many experience anxiety about. Whether your child is sleeping in your room, co-sleeping, or sleeping in their own room, the aim is always to reduce the risk of SIDS by putting them down to sleep in a safe environment. And knowing they are as safe as can be will hopefully mean you can sleep better too!
Here are some safe sleep tips :
1. Always place baby on their back to sleep, with their feet close to the end of their cot, crib or moses basket (“feet to foot”).
2. The ideal room temperature is between 16-20°C.
3. Cot bumpers, bulky bedding and soft toys should be removed, as these can be a suffocation hazard.
4. Keep your baby away from smoke throughout your pregnancy
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Expert Tips for Parents
March 24, 2020
The Secrets of Successful Sleep
As a new parent, we know it can be extremely daunting bringing your baby home and familiarising yourself with the day to day needs of a newborn. Learning to identify the difference between ‘change my nappy’ crying and ‘I need food’ crying, mastering the one-hand wipe opening and perfecting the art of creeping silently from a room when you finally get your little one snoozing – but it doesn’t have to be this difficult!
Sleep coaching is a methodical and personal way to nurture your baby into a routine which works for you, identifying a specific time for settling down each night and teaching you just how easy bedtime can be.
Many people have different approaches to bedtime, whilst some leave their babies to cry and others tend to their every stir, sleep coaching will teach you a healthy balance of both so you can identify exactly what your
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March 09, 2020
Guest Blog: Life of a Narcoleptic Mum
According to the NHS, it's estimated that narcolepsy affects about 30,000 people in the UK, but many cases are thought to go unreported. It’s a condition that is often misunderstood, so we chatted to Jessica from Life of a Narcoleptic Mum to learn more...
First of all, for those who don’t know, what is narcolepsy?
Narcolepsy is a long-term illness which affects sleep and wake cycles. In the daytime I can fall asleep and in the night it's hard for me to get to sleep. If I don't have a daily routine and have a nap, then I go into automatic behaviour. This is where I do things without knowing until I come out of that state. For example, putting the milk in the cupboard or something dangerous like putting