baby and sleeptime

One of my challenges as a new mom was to get my newborn to sleep through the night. I know that many moms have success in babies who sleep through the night but not me. I tried many things – playing soft music in the background, warm bath, massage, offer a last feed before his bedtime but still, he’ll wake up at least once.

Experts have suggested that rocking and snuggling, singing or reading are wonderful ways to bond for mother and baby. If the baby doesn’t fall asleep right away, you can try putting her in her crib with the rocker or glider right next to the crib, singing or reading to her. I would also believe that a set of comfortable bedding would give baby a good and restful slumber. For modern and fashionable moms, shopping for crib bedding can be fun. If time is on your side, decorating the baby’s room to match your bedding can create a pleasant experience for her as she grows up to a preschooler. For instance, you would like to choose polka dot bedding to add colours and liven the ambience for your child. Most moms will take time to choose nice bedding made in quality cotton at an affordable price for her little ones.

sleeptime and parenting

Parenting for most of us is not just about getting your baby a good private life insurance and comprehensive medi care plan. As the baby progresses to toddler then to preschooler stage, there are more demands and developmental issues to consider.


Putting your toddler to bed can sometimes be an exercise in frustration. Till today, after 3 years and 9 months, I’m still struggling with getting my active toddler to bed. Perhaps the mistake I make is to lie on the bed with him till he falls asleep. He will talk to me, ask for drinks, ask for more songs and give excuses to go to the toilet. An article from a child expert suggests to engage in the same activities every night, and make the time before bed quiet and peaceful. Whether a parent tells the child a story, provides a bedtime snack, sings songs, or plays quiet games before putting the child in bed, consistency is the key.

cord blood info for parents to be

I was looking through some old brochures stacked in my maternity file when I came across some information on stem cell service. Though it’s been almost 4 years since I last opened up the file, the material packed for moms to be are still relevant for today’s modern moms. Other than the essential pamphlets on breastfeeding and babycare, more parents are paying special attention to cord blood collection during the baby’s birth.


Collecting blood from the baby’s umbilical cord is no longer a new thing for parents to be. A New site about stem cell research defines the umbilical cord blood (also known as placental blood) as blood flowing in the developing fetus in the uterus. Cord blood is rich in hematopoietic stem cells and stem cell contains the ability to repair and/or replace damaged tissue. Stem Cell FAQs reveals the advantages of cord blood and detailed information of the various classes of stem cells. For more info, visit the news site from the above links.