By Lize van der Merwe – Speech Language Therapist with special interest in early language development By now you know that creating a predictable bedtime routine helps set your child up for a better nights rest. A previous blog about Bedtime and Naptime rituals for Toddlers...
By Jolandi Becker MD and Owner of Good Night When our children are babies it is clear what the guidelines indicate when it comes to safe sleeping. The cot area should be clear (NO blanket, NO pillow, NO cot bumper), the mattress should be firm and...
By Dr Chantelle van der Bijl - BloemMomDoc Having a baby is a huge responsibility, and one of those responsibilities is taking your child for their wellness visits. Your baby is thriving; they’re gaining weight, smiling, and happy. Why should you waste your money on going...
By Tammy Buitendach - Good Night Consultant As parents embark on their journey with us, they are delighted when, improvement in their baby’s night time sleep happens relatively quickly. They kiss their baby goodnight, lay them in their cot and since they have become so accustomed to...
By Dr Maretha Combrink With the COVID-19 pandemic it is especially important to understand that no supplement, diet, or other lifestyle modification other than physical distancing and proper hygiene practices can protect you from COVID-19. Currently, no research supports the use of any supplement to protect...
By Marilize Coetzee - Good Night Sleep Consultant Lights out is a well-known phrase over many years, indicating it is bedtime, however there is more to it than that. Exposure to light is one of the most important factors when it comes to sleep. Most people...
By Jolandi Becker - MD of Good Night Often new moms are told to introduce an item that can serve as a positive sleep association or security item for their babies. Even as sleep consultants we advise this – have you ever considered why? I hope this...
By Sarah Bibi Patel - Good Night Consultant The month of Ramadan has arrived, and whilst it is a beautiful month that is eagerly anticipated by Muslims across the world, it can prove to be a challenging time for mums with younger children. Ramadan is the month...
By Magriet Rothman - Good Night Sleep Consultant At around 6 months of age, babies reach a big developmental milestone. They start to perceive relationships, and most importantly, the effect of distance. Babies start to realise that objects and people can come closer, and move further...
By Emmaré Stronkhorst Essential oils get a lot of attention these days and for a good reason. As a nursing sister with a love for natural health care I’m in awe at how empowering these oils truly are, especially for moms with little ones. Essential oils are...
