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Seven sleep solutions for happier babies and rested parents

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Sleep deprivation is one of the biggest challenges for new parents, affecting everything from mood and energy levels to overall well-being. Studies show that sleep deprivation can lead to increased stress, reduced cognitive function, and a higher risk of postpartum depression. For parents, exhaustion can make even the simplest daily tasks feel overwhelming, impacting their […]

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Sleep and skin: The secret to anti-ageing

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Beauty sleep is more than just a saying; it’s vital for achieving youthful, radiant skin. Quality sleep is one of the most natural and effective ways to combat the signs of ageing. While you rest, your body is hard at work repairing and revitalising your skin. Deep sleep boosts growth hormone production, critical in tissue

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Supporting your child’s sleep needs during exam season

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As schoolchildren and university students in South Africa write their year-end exams, it’s important for them (and their parents) to ensure they get quality sleep. By prioritising sleep, students are more likely to perform well academically and be able to manage stress during exams, as well as their physical and emotional well-being. A balancing act

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Why are newborns soothed by being contained and touched?

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What can be more relaxing than a body massage, heavy workout at the gym, sitting in a hot tub or falling asleep in a moving car (being the passenger, of course)? All these experiences result from stimuli to our senses of touch and of body position. This is referred to as proprioception. When we receive

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The importance of sleep for children

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As parents, we know how essential sleep is for our children’s growth and well-being. Yet, the profound effects of sleep – both good and bad – on a child’s development are often underestimated. As the founder of Mamas Touch Sleeping Suits, I’ve spent years researching and understanding the impact that sleep can have on a

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CBeebies to air “Sleepy Time Stories” in four African languages this Heritage Month

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To celebrate Heritage Month this year, BBC Studios will be translating seven Sleepy Time Stories on CBeebies into an African language, from isiZulu, Sesotho, Tsonga to Afrikaans. The dubbed episodes will air on CBeebies, DStv channel 306, between 2 and 29 September every day from 19h00. CBeebies is BBC Studios’ dedicated preschool channel on DStv,

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Insomnia in children – causes and solutions

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Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health coverage, delves into the causes of insomnia in children and offers tips to help your child sleep better. “While insomnia is commonly associated with adults, it can also affect children,” says Murray Hewlett, CEO of Affinity Health. “The Sleep Foundation reports about 20% to 30% of children

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Nighttime tricks to help your child sleep when sick

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As parents, we know how challenging it can be when our little one battles with colds and flu. Disrupted sleep, nasal congestion and discomfort can make nights feel endless. Not only is your little one suffering the symptoms of being congested, but as parents we are also trying to navigate exhaustion and stress while being

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Why beating the insomnia blues could be the key to unlocking holistic health

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When it comes to maintaining holistic health, much emphasis is placed on aspects such as diet, exercise and stress management, and arguably not enough emphasis is placed on sleep. The quantity and quality of your sleep can have a profound impact on factors such as your immunity, mental health, cognitive function and even metabolic health.

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Children’s bedtime needn’t be a nightmare

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Mamas Touch, a trailblazer in child sleep solutions, has launched a revolutionary weighted sleeping suit that promises to end bedtime struggles for good. Designed by parents who understand the importance of a good night’s sleep, these innovative suits are set to provide children with the deep, restorative rest they need – and parents with the

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