The Newborn Curl: What It Is and How to Handle It
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The Newborn Curl: What It Is and How to Handle It

The newborn curl, also called the newborn scrunch, is a natural and developmentally normal position often observed in babies shortly after birth. It’s one of those things you aren't warned about until you have a newborn and notice them curled into a little ball on their side. This position often alarms parents as we know that “back is best” for baby sleep. Let’s talk more about this curl and how to handle it.

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Keeping Calm During Purple Crying
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Keeping Calm During Purple Crying

Many of us feel overwhelmed in the postpartum period. It's common to experience guilt and shame when we feel overwhelmed or overstimulated with a new baby, which can be very isolating. This is a quick reminder that you are doing great, welcoming a baby to the family is a lot of change at once. Read further for Keeping Calm During Purple Crying: When and How to Take a Break

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The Essential Guide to Childproofing Your Home
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The Essential Guide to Childproofing Your Home

Preparing Your Home for Your Little One: The Essential Guide to Childproofing

Welcoming a new addition to your home is an exciting time, but it also comes with a crucial responsibility - childproofing. In this blog post, we'll delve into the vital task of creating a safe environment for your little one. From selecting the right safety products to identifying potential hazards, this guide will lead you through the essential steps to childproofing your home.

It is never too early to childproof your home. Being proactive and doing some prep work before the baby’s arrival is the best way to ensure your child's safety before they gain mobility.

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7 Reasons for Babies’ Night Wakings 
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7 Reasons for Babies’ Night Wakings 

UGHHH! The dreaded sleepless nights. As new parents, you can anticipate them, but until you’re really in it, you can’t imagine how brutal they are. But why is your baby waking up in the middle of the night? If you are constantly facing issues getting your little one to sleep through the night, consider reaching out to me or another Certified Infant Sleep Consultant, for help. Sleep training your baby will definitely help distinguish between what are sleep disturbances or disruptions that are health-related and sleep associations due to your baby’s lack of ability to self-soothe themselves to sleep. Holistically, some of the most common reasons for babies’ night wakings include:

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