Riff Raff Ramblings — 2+ years old

The time has come, how did this happen so quickly? Has the bassinet been packed away and the cot days are numbered? Does your co-sleeping bubba physically taken over the WHOLE bed? (or maybe this has always been the case ...) This is the next big step in your little ones.. and let's be honest.. your sleep journey. It's exciting, it's a huge step in independence and we've got together...

Dummies can sometimes be a really helpful soothing tool for many little ones and we’re certainly not averse to using one when required. If your child uses a dummy and they sleep solidly without having to wake to look for it to be replaced both during the day and night, then there is no need to worry about getting rid of it until such a time where it does become...

New to the day-care scene? No need to fret! Your little sweetie is in good hands. While it may take a few weeks for everyone to get on a regular routine that brings comfort and confidence, there are some things you can try to ease the transition! Check them out!

Taking your baby or child to a day-care centre is an exciting time! Not only will they spend the day away from you, they will learn to listen to teachers, share and play with others, and develop different skills that will help shape who they are and how they learn! When spending a day away from home, regardless of your child’s age or stage, there are some important things you...

If you’ve got a little walker in-waiting at home, you’re likely equal parts excited and nervous. As cute as it is to see your little one exploring, it comes with a whole lot of challenges...like keeping them alive! Fear not, we’ve got a list of must-haves to make this whole walking caper a little less stressy. 

Choose your timing wisely. The most common reason I see cot to bed transitions fail is because the move to the bed has been done when your little one is too young. I recommend making the transition when your little ones are 2 ½ years old and over. In fact, the closer to 3 years the better. This is for a few reasons. Firstly, we want your little one to...

It’s no secret that infants and children thrive off routine and consistency in their day to day activities. They LOVE a predictable world and it’s no different when it comes to their sleep habits. Routines and great sleep certainly go hand in hand. As parents, we naturally become accustomed to and reliant on our routines and the routines of our children too.

I get this question all of the time. “My 3 year old keeps coming out of their bed, how can I keep them in there”, or “ I have to sit with my little one until they fall asleep but this can take hours”. It can be a really frustrating process so here are my top tips to help tackle this issue.