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As your baby grows, it’s time to transition them from swaddling to a sleep nest. Here are some tips to help them ease through a major change for a safer and more comfortable sleep in their crib. 

Life as a parent is constant teaching and reinforcement of lessons taught. Some lessons are quickly learned, while others take more attempts in order to perfect. No matter the pace, children always come around in their own time with our love and support.   Crib vs. Big Kid Bed One of the more challenging milestones to overcome is the transfer from sleeping in a crib to sleeping in a big kid bed. Children spend the first few years of their lives being safely contained in their cribs, unable to climb out and join the party when it’s past their bedtime. But there reaches a point in every child’s life when the urge to escape the safety of their crib overcomes them and they learn how to climb out! Children who have been accustomed to sleeping in a baby sleeping bag usually don’t attempt climbing out of the crib. It simply doesn’t occur to them! However, if your child does not use a sack for sleeping and has figure out how to get out of her crib it may be time to transition to a toddler or twin size bed. Toddler Bed Training If you choose to begin the big kid bed training process, brace yourself for some interruptions in the night. The easiest transition method is to take the removable side of the crib off and create the toddler bed out of their existing crib. This will make the transition from no freedom to total freedom a bit easier as they still have the comforts of their own crib surrounding them and may help them to fall asleep faster. You can start by discussing a few days before how exciting it will be to sleep in a big girl or big boy bed. Baby deedee offers and toddler sized quilt that is larger than most baby quilts and is perfect to keep your child warm during this phase and embrace their new open bed. It might take a few nights, weeks or even months for a child to sleep through the night once the “walls come down,” but the key thing to remember is to always walk your child back to their own room. Do not give into your own lack of sleep and allow the child to come sleep in your bed. This will set a pattern that is very hard to break. If your child really keeps on getting up you can try installing a baby gate in her room’s the door opening and leaving the door to her room partially open. Better Night’s Sleep for Toddlers Whether your child stays in a crib or transfers to a big kid bed, you want to help them get the coziest sleep possible. In the comfort of baby deedee brand sleep bags, pajamas, baby bedding,  and baby accessories, your toddler will settle into warm and cozy sleep routine in no time.

Teething can be painful for your young child will go through, but thankfully is short lived for most children. When does teething start? Teething is something that starts at a different time for every baby. Some children don’t see their first tooth come through until they are over a year old, while others can see them appearing after only a few months. Don’t worry if your child doesn’t have a mouthful of teeth by a certain age, but if you feel compelled to speak to your child’s doctor about it, they may help put your mind at ease. One thing is certain, however: whenever they come, they will be painful. How signs and symptoms of teething differ Children will show different signs of teething, and no two children are guaranteed to be the same. Some may experience a fever while others get a diaper rash. A few symptoms that are fairly consistent with children are the urge to chew on anything and everything coupled with intense drooling. Some children hardly sleep at all when they are teething, and you can hardly blame them considering what they’re going through, while others may sleep more than what they normally do. One thing you can count on is complete unpredictability! How can I help the pain? There are some topical ointments that are safe for children’s gums during this process, however be sure to follow the instructions and not to administer too strong of a dose for your little one. Simple things such as frozen teething rings and frozen wet washcloths are great for soothing little aching mouths. Older children may enjoy chewing on a frozen bagel or teether. Some people swear by amber bracelets. It sounds harmless as long as they don’t present a choking hazard of any kind and are removed when the child is alone in her crib. One thing that has always worked for generations to help soothe a baby from teething pain is lots and lots of cuddles! Little ones don’t understand why they are going through the all of the painful steps of teething, and you can’t explain it to them. But you can be there to offer extended cuddles and plenty of kisses. Remember that every child goes through it and that they will be fine and over the pain before you know it.   Teething is affecting my baby’s sleep – help! As your baby deals with the pain of teething, it is normal for their sleep to be interrupted. They are likely to feel the pain more at night when there are no other distractions. You can do is try to make your baby as comfortable as possible at night. Although our baby sleep bags, Sleep Nest brand sleep sacks, and warm baby pajamas won’t solve the teething they make for more comfortable nights for your young child.

When a new baby arrives, your family will experience a wonderful transition. Making sure your toddler is prepared for a new brother or sister is incredibly important. How your child learns to get along with the new sibling can set the pattern for how he or she will develop social relationships. You can help to guide your child through this life change with these simple tips for preparing your toddler for a new sibling. Tell Them When You’re Showing It’s best not to tell your toddler about the baby too early as they won’t have the skills to understand time frames and it will be confusing for them. It’s much easier if they can see the transformation of your body and you can help explain what’s happening. The last tri-semester when your belly is showing is usually an appropriate time. Show Them Pictures Use your child’s baby album to explain all the stages from birth to becoming a toddler. Using pictures from books to help explain what they can expect is also helpful. You should also show them the ultrasound pictures, and let them feel your belly when the baby kicks.   Buy Extra Gifts As friends and family come to visit the baby, they may bring gifts. This may upset your toddler or cause unintentional rivalry, so pack up some gifts you can put to the side in case for your toddler. Also, have your toddler unwrap the gifts and give it to your baby. It’s a great way to help them learn how to share from a young age. We make a range of products and accessories that are great gifts for infants and toddlers alike, including the Sleep Nest Lite cotton sleeping bag and Sleepsie Quilted soft cotton pajamas. Help Them Feel Important It’s normal for the baby to receive lots of attention. And in order to avoid jealousy, give praise to your toddler and make them feel as special to you as the baby. You can also assign them helpful tasks like passing you diapers and bathing the baby with you. Create Special Time Make sure to give your toddler some special time for just them and you. Maybe after you put the baby down, read a book or play a game with your toddler so they know they are just as important. Talk About Big Kid Benefits Your toddler will be a little jealous of the attention and may want to be babied a little. You can curtail this with talking to your toddler about all the great things they can do that they baby can’t just yet. Focus on the big kid benefits and your child will realize that being a big kid is better. With some preparation, you can be ready for your toddler’s reactions to their new sibling and know how to act appropriately. Just remember to be patient, and take the time to listen to their feelings. And in no time, you’ll see your siblings forming a long lasting and beautiful relationship.

At baby deedee, we want your kids to have the best sleep possible. Does your child frequently wet the bed? Often, when parents discover that their child is having this problem it can stir up bouts of concern. But it’s important to understand that this is in fact, very common. According to the National Institute of Health, more than 5 million children experience bedwetting (also known as nocturnal enuresis). Even though most children usually outgrow this habit, it can still cause embarrassment and concern for them. To help your child overcome this issue and stay dry, here are five bedwetting solutions that just might do the trick. Reassure Your Child That It’s Okay When kids wet the bed, they don’t understand that it’s a very common issue. So naturally, they think there might be something wrong with them because of this. Their feelings of shame and embarrassment should never be met with anger, and punishing your child for wetting the bed should never be a response. This can only exacerbate the issue. Instead, offer your child reassurance and tell them how normal and common it is for kids of their age to experience bedwetting. Help them understand that it is merely a phase that they will soon outgrow. Cut Back on Liquids Before Bedtime If your child has a tendency to consume drinks right before bedtime, this will influence bedwetting. Try to limit your child from having liquids at least an hour before bedtime.  And always make sure that they take a trip to the bathroom before they hop into bed. This can greatly help reduce the chance if their bladder is empty. Wake them up to go potty right before your bedtime This techniques works for some boys. It is definitely worth a try as most kids will climb right back into bed. Talk to Their Pediatrician When bedwetting seems to start abruptly out of nowhere after your child has reached the age of 5, then it’s recommended to talk to their pediatrician about this. Bedwetting can have a number of different causes, such as a urinary tract infections, or diabetes. But stress can also be a major factor for the onset of this as well. The pediatrician can monitor your child for this and provide some helpful suggestions. Use a Moisture Alarm Another helpful way to try and control this habit is by using a moisture alarm. This is designed to wake your child the moment they wet the bed. By waking them each time during the second it happens, it can help condition the brain to anticipate and prevent accidents from occurring. This has shown to be 75 percent effective on children. Purchase a Waterproof Mattress Until your child grows out of this phase, it might be worth your time to invest in a waterproof mattress or mattress cover. This can help avoid having to deal with a stained and smelly mattress down the road. Also, talk to your child about it and get them to help in changing the sheets and throwing them into the laundry. Getting them involved in cleaning up can make them feel better about helping being part of the solution. Simply slip a mattress cover beneath baby deedee fitted crib or toddler bed sheets and take the stress out of bedtime. Having a delay in the development of night-time bladder control is a very common phase that many children go through. But by incorporating some of these bedwetting solutions, you can help them stay dry and understand that it’s okay.