Sound Little Sleepers

No one wants to be house bound while they’re on holiday right?!

And you don’t have to be ☀️🌊

Yes, ideally you still need to stick to your little one’s nap and bed times as much as you can, but if it works for your little one you can do this on the go using the tips above ☝️

And, if you stick to routine MOST of the time, the odd late bed time or short nap shouldn’t hurt too much.

If you have any questions about managing your little one’s sleep while away this Christmas, pop them in the comments below and I’ll be more than happy to help ❤️

This is such a common one!

Iron is responsible for red blood cell production and low red blood count is associated with short and disturbed sleep.

We also need iron to regulate our body temperature and our body temperature needs to drop to be able to fall asleep.

Beef, chicken, eggs, leafy greens, lentils, quinoa, broccoli, and sweet potato are a few fab options for iron 🍗🥚🥬🍳🥦

It’s also worth noting that vitamin c supports iron absorption and too much dairy can inhibit it.

So, if you have a toddler who loves their milk, is drinking more than 500ml of cows milk per day, and is having trouble sleeping, this could be contributing.

Also, if you’re breastfeeding your little one and you struggle with low iron, they may be too!

If you’re worried about iron levels, make sure you book in a visit to your GP and try and include more of the foods above, alongside fresh fruit and veg for vitamin c ❤️

Any questions, don’t hesitate to send me a message or comment below.

Is your baby or toddler struggling to get to sleep and/or stay asleep?

Are they super fidgety before bed?

There is a chance they could be lacking in magnesium!

Magnesium is best absorbed through the skin so epsom salt baths are amazing. You can also get magnesium spray that you can rub into the soles of your little one’s feet too.

You can also make your own magnesium oil!

Comment ‘magnesium’ below and I’ll DM you the recipe 😘

Who’s got their tree up and who is having to constantly shield it from their toddler?

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Comment below any creative suggestions for keeping their little hands away from the tree... if that is even possible 🤷‍♀️😅

This is a super simple one that can really help!

Protein will help keep your little one fuller for longer. As well as stabilising blood sugar levels and preventing hypoglycemia, which will make the body produce adrenalin and is not great for sleep 🛌

You can introduce protein for lunch when your little one is established on solids and for dinner once they are 10 months old.

It’s also worth noting that while pouches are fab and such an easy option, they often contain very small amounts of protein (even the meat based ones) and it isn’t enough.

Give it a try for your little one’s lunch tomorrow and let me know whether it helps their lunch nap ❤

I have ONE more 1on1 support package left before Christmas.

Now is the time Mama ❤

Be brave. Reach out. Get the sleep you NEED.

Book via the link below to start with me on Tuesday 👇

https://soundlittlesleepers.co.nz/products/package-1

photo and quote courtesy of cutelovequotesforher.org

Follow the link below to check out my latest blog post where I cover a few common reasons as to why your little one might be waking in the night 👇❤

And as always, if you have any questions at all comment below or flick me a message 🙂


https://soundlittlesleepers.co.nz/blogs/news/why-is-my-baby-waking-in-the-night

Why is My Baby Waking in the Night? I’m not sure what parent wouldn’t have asked this at some stage throughout their little one’s life right?! No matter how old we are we all partially wake after a sleep cycle and usually, without even knowing it, transition into the next one.

If you’re keen to actually get some REST and be able to RELAX this Christmas holidays you still have 1 week to sign up to some 1 on 1 sleep support with me!

It’s not too late to have your little one sleeping like a pro by Christmas, so you can actually relax and enjoy your family holiday ☀️🎄

Message me or follow the link below to book in now ❤️

https://soundlittlesleepers.co.nz/products/package-1

When your toddler is pushing the bloody boundaries and driving you CRAZY, try and remember this 😉

That is what they are SUPPOSED to do.

Pushing those boundaries is how they learn.

Although, let’s be real... sometimes it doesn’t make it any easier right?!

How is toddler life treating you?!

Let me know in the comments below 👇

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Early morning wake ups can be a bloody nightmare right?!

Especially when you feel like you have to get your little one up otherwise they’re waking the entire house hold up!

Which is of course reinforcing that wake.

EMW’s are TRICKY. They may take a couple of weeks to improve and there can be a lot of other factors in play.

So if you try this and it doesn’t work, my 1 on 1 support package will help you figure out what is causing these early morning wakes and how to get on top of it.

Book via the link below 🙂❤

https://soundlittlesleepers.co.nz/collections/packages

Want your little one to be settled in their routine and able to nap on the go (even on the boat like this champion?!) this Christmas holidays?

You're probably thinking that's absolutely not possible. But, this text from a lovely client proves that yes Mama, it is 😍

There is still time to book your 1 on 1 support with me before Christmas and make this a reality for you these holidays ❤

Follow this link to book now.

https://soundlittlesleepers.co.nz/products/package-1

Does your little one seem to be wide awake and tricky to get down for their naps?

Or are they struggling to get to their next nap?

Wake windows can be helpful if you’re questioning whether your little one could be over or under tired 🙂

But remember, these are just an average and there to give you a rough idea of what your little one should be doing.

All babies and toddlers are different and yours could very well need a slightly shorter or longer wake window than the average.

Got a question about wake windows or your little one’s routine? Pop a comment below and I will get back to you ❤

Not sure what to get a tired Mum, Dad, or couple this year?

Give your favourite person the gift of sleep this Christmas 🎄🛌

I mean, what's better than a good nights sleep right?!

Contact me via the link below or send me a message to organise your 1on1 sleep support voucher ❤

https://soundlittlesleepers.co.nz/pages/contact

And remember, my support is fully via phone or video call so it doesn't matter where you are in the country 🙂

Sound Little Sleepers - Baby and Toddler Sleep Consultant Certified Baby and Toddler Sleep Consultant - Christchurch, New Zealand. Helping tired families achieve better sleep through individualised sleep packages. Book your free call with Erin now.

To all you superheroes out there, you are AMAZING.

And just remember, even superheroes have sidekicks.

So if you need help, don’t be afraid to reach out.

My cape is at the ready 🦸‍♀️

Book your free 15 min chat through the link below if you want to talk a little more about my superpowers 😉

https://soundlittlesleepers.co.nz/products/15-minute-phone-call

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By looking at the many different contributing factors to this little one’s sleep we managed to move from waking multiple times in the night to sleeping through.

It really is all about the bigger picture. There’s much more to it than just ‘sleep training.’

If you’re thinking about seeking help with your little one’s sleep, now is the time Mama!

Get in there before Christmas and have your little one sleeping like a champ for your Christmas holidays 🎄

There’s still time ❤

Book your 1 on 1 support with me via the link below.

https://soundlittlesleepers.co.nz/products/package-1

Want to get your little one’s sleep sorted before the Christmas holidays?

Now is a fab time to book your 1 on 1 sleep support to get your little one into a really good routine and nailing their naps and night sleep before you go away on holiday.

Spaces are filling up fast for this month, so book your 1 on 1 support with me via the link below ❤

Think of it as a Christmas prezzie for yourself 😉

https://soundlittlesleepers.co.nz/products/package-1

Now don’t get me wrong, I am 100% here for encouraging babies and toddlers independence.

BUT if you’re letting them entirely feed themselves and pick what they are going to eat then there is a high chance they aren’t going to be getting enough of the nutrients they need for good quality sleep.

Babies need a decent amount of protein, low GI carbs, iron and zinc rich foods, and more to set them up for good naps and night sleep.

So, by all means offer your little one finger food that they can pick and choose from, but give it to them after some puree that you have spoon fed them so you can be sure they are getting what they need ❤

Struggling to get your little one to sleep any longer than 50mins?

My cat napping guide covers why your little one might be cat napping and what you can do to get some longer naps out of your little one 🙂

As always, I'm here to answer absolutely any questions you may have after checking out the guide.

Just flick me a message or book a 15min call via my website ❤


https://soundlittlesleepers.co.nz/products/free-cat-napping-guide

Free Cat Napping Guide This guide covers: - Cat napping at different ages - Sleep environment and other things to check - How to support your little one in learning to consolidate their naps

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And I couldn't have said it better myself.

I hope you have all managed to get some rest over the weekend ❤

And if you haven’t, let’s change that for you.

All you have to do is send the message ❤

Thinking about moving your little one into a ‘big bed?’

Because let's be real, a toddler with no self-control + a big bed = a bloody disaster right?

So save yourself the headache and wait as long as you can Mama.

Unless of course, they have figured out the art of climbing out... then that’s a different story 😁

If you’re ready to transition your little one to a big bed, I can help you do it with confidence.

Book one of my 1on1 support packages through my website link in my bio and I’ll work alongside you every step of the way!

Have preschool drop offs become a nightmare?

Has your little one started loosing the plot at bed time?

Are you struggling to leave them with anyone else?

Let’s talk separation anxiety.

It can be common to see this around the ages of 9, 12, 18, and 24 months and can be bought on by a bunch of different things.

Your little one might have developed object permanence and now they know that when you disappear you haven't gone all together. Or it might be bought on by a big change such as a new sibling or starting preschool.

Whatever the reason, it’s tough on your little one and it’s bloody tough on you.

So how can you help your little one through this stage in a responsive and loving way?

Flick through the slides to learn how. It's a biggie but it's worth the read, I promise!

Is your little one currently going through this stage? Tell me about it in the comments.

And as always, if you need help just flick me a DM ❤

Absolutely made my day hearing from a previous client with an update on how her little man was going today 😍

This is why I LOVE my job.

The changes we make together will last!

Schedule your 15min chat via my website to talk more about how I can help you and your little fam ❤

Sleep training is not the devil.

You are important too.

It's honestly bu****it how people can place such a negative stigma on it.

How is wanting better sleep for you and your little so that you can actually function and enjoy your time with them a bad thing?!

F**k them!

If you’re struggling, all you have to do is reach out.

Flick me a DM, I would love to hear from you ❤