Feelings can be overwhelming sometimes, especially for children who haven’t learned how to react and respond to them. Managing emotions, even more so during stressful situations, can be difficult regardless of age. This is especially true when routines are disrupted. Routines play a key role in promoting feelings of safety and security in children and when boundaries are broken, they can feel more vulnerable and unsettled.
Nap time is meant to be a moment during the day when kids can get some much-needed rest and parents can get some much-needed downtime. Knowing when the time is right for a nap, how long it should be, and just how to get little ones settled can make nap times far more stressful than they should be. Parents’ lives are challenging enough, so nap times need to be as easy as possible.
Read MoreFull lockdown. Something that none of us anticipate in our lives, especially when routine, structure and daily activities are our solaces. I have a nine-year-old son who was diagnosed with autism five years ago, and the thought of being restricted fills me with dread. This feeling is being experienced by millions of parents and carers across the globe, however, having a child with additional needs brings on extra anxiety and worry. So, what can we do? Now, I am not saying I have the magic bullet but there are a few ideas that might help create some form of normalcy for your little ones…
Read MoreI first heard the term FOMO several years ago on an episode of Keeping Up with the Kardashians, which is one of the many guilty pleasure shows Meg and I used to watch before we had kids (I am sure many of you parents can empathize)… As I digested the meaning of FOMO and YOLO, I realized that these sentiments are not actually new because I remembered very well as a child the feeling of FOMO, mostly occurring around bedtime.
Read MoreFeelings can be overwhelming sometimes, especially for children who haven’t learned how to react and respond to them. Managing emotions, even more so during stressful situations, can be difficult regardless of age. This is especially true when routines are disrupted. Routines play a key role in promoting feelings of safety and security in children and when boundaries are broken, they can feel more vulnerable and unsettled.
Read MoreAssistant Professor and Sleep Expert Dr. Azizi Seixas is back again with his best practices on how to tackle the Daylight Saving slump. As a father of two little ones and having extensive experience as a seasoned biomedical researcher, scientist, and health-tech innovator, we are honored to team up with Dr. Azizi and his family to bring you reputable insight and tips around all things regarding sleep and healthy living.
Read MoreIn honor of World Sleep Month, we’ve decided to connect you with an amazing sleep expert and scientist to dive into why sleep is so important for both us and our little ones. Dr. Azizi Seixas is an Assistant Professor with a deep-rooted passion for sleep with a specialism in machine learning, artificial intelligence, and health technology. As well as being a husband and father to two, Dr. Azizi Seixas is able to touch on all sides of why sleep is vital - scientifically and as a loving parent.
Read MoreThe start of the year is always the most popular time for people to reflect back on their habits and craft some resolutions to help them reach new (or stubborn) goals. It’s a fresh and blank slate - 365 days for us to become better versions of ourselves, and the same goes for our kids.
Read MoreWith Santa on his way and the exciting prospect of toys in the morning, Christmas Eve can be a tricky time for little ones when it comes to settling down for a good night’s rest. The excitement of the holiday and prospect of finally catching their favorite bearded man scooting down the chimney is enough for any child to want to stay up as late as possible.
Read MoreThe end of November is finally upon us, and you know what that means - Thanksgiving! Practicing gratitude and giving thanks at this time of year has been an American tradition for centuries. While not always easy with traveling to and from family, cooking for hours on end and the extra buzz of excitement in the air, it’s important to take some time to give thanks and show how grateful we all are for the small things in our lives.
Read MoreInternational Gain-An-Hour-Of-Sleep day is right around the corner. This means an extra hour in bed that Sunday morning and a journey to and from work while it’s still dark out.
Read MoreAs a child, you’d fight naps. Ask for a million bedtime stories. Beg for a nighttime drink. If only you knew then what you know now – sleep is essential. We all need sleep. And as we get older, we learn to appreciate why. From more energy to better health to a sharper mind, sleep during the night helps fuel us during the day.
Read MoreOn most days, it seems like all we’re doing is running from one activity to another. Soccer games, gymnastic practice, dance lessons, and more. We’re so busy that we barely have time to even think about what we’re doing in the moment, our minds are already looking ahead to what’s next. The busier the better, right? Well, maybe not.
Read MoreIt’s that time of year again, when your little ones’ lives are filled with new friends, evening homework and shifting kids’ bedtime routines.
Read MoreAll kids sometimes experience feelings of worry or stress, but you can help keep them happy and healthy with these top tips from our Clinical Psychologist, Dr Kennedy.
Read MoreI really thought that I had cracked parenting with two children under the age of five clocking in their twelve hours of sleep every single night, but recently life has got a lot more demanding when it comes to bedtime.
Read More
