Why so dark?
By Marilize Coetzee 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 know it is easier to sleep when it is dark, but it is important […]
Creating Sustainable Sleep Associations for your little one
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 blog will help you understand and also help […]
Tips to make this Ramadan easier for you and your baby
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 of fasting in the Islamic faith. It represents […]
Separation anxiety in babies
By Magriet Rothman 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 away, or even disappear around a corner or in the distance. This is a […]
Favourite uses for essential oils with your children
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 volatile organic compounds found in the plant’s root, […]
Understanding the sleep training Process
By Sarah Bibi Patel – Good Night Sleep Consultant When it comes to implementing changes with regards to your child’s sleep, there are some important factors to consider. Lots of parents may not understand the thought processes behind why we do what we do. When it comes to changing behaviour, there are 2 thoughts first […]
Top tips to bring down your child’s fever
By Paediatrician Dr Enrico Maraschin Temperature is the body’s natural response to an infection. The infection may either be viral or bacterial. Children may also develop a temperature after vaccinations or as a result of trauma. When a child has a high temperature, it can be extremely distressing to parents and certainly makes the child […]
Why your Toddler should be moving away from the bottle?
By Marilize Coetzee At Good Night we look at sleep in a holistic manner. What does that mean? We do not look at sleep in isolation, but we refer to all the building blocks of sleep – one being Nutrition. Not only the food and milk intake but also the method of intake. One of […]
What makes a Good Nanny Great?
By Angelique Dormehl – Good Night Consultant Being a great nanny requires more than having a truck load of patience and a genuine love for children. Nannies work long hours in homes and most often work without supervision from parents. Parents depend on their nannies to keep their children safe and well-cared for and to […]
Sleep Training and Daycare
By Jolandi Becker – MD of Good Night Daycare is a reality for children of working parents. For some it might not affect sleep much and for others it might even improve it! For others, however, daycare will negatively impact sleep. If that’s the case for your child, do everything you can to implement healthy […]