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09/23/2021

Recall alert!

: Over 3 Million The Boppy Company Original Newborn Loungers, Boppy Preferred Newborn Loungers and Pottery Barn Kids Boppy Newborn Loungers After 8 Infant Deaths; Suffocation Risk. Get refund. Contact: 800-416-1355 or www.boppy.com. Full recall notice: https://bit.ly/3lVXlYf

09/15/2019

According to the article:
“A recent study we conducted found that poor sleep may inhibit judgment and lead to off-task and distracting thoughts at work. Making sleep a priority can improve cognitive performance at work.”

Getting a bad night's sleep means we're less productive at work, so companies need to promote good sleep health, say scientists.

06/19/2019

A study out of the UK looked at the bedtime habits of 10,000 kids when they were between 3 and 7 years old and found that kids with non-regular bedtimes had more behavioral difficulties than those with a predictable bedtime routine.

Not having a bedtime can basically give a kid jet lag without the travel.

06/16/2019

Shout out to all fathers on this Fathers Day!!!
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Fathers play a crucial role on their child's development, including their sleep.
Studies suggest that children who grow up with more involved fathers acquire better language skills. .
They have higher self-esteem and better grades in school, and they suffer less depression and anxiety. .
They have lower rates of truancy and are less likely to become teenage parents.
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“The data is pretty robust,” said Dr. Michael Yogman, an assistant clinical professor of pediatrics at Harvard Medical School. “The more involved fathers are early on, the better the child does academically and the less likely they’re going to have behavioral issues later on.”
Source: https://nyti.ms/2HMyv75

05/12/2019

Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers, mothers to be, adoptive mothers, mothers of angels. 👩🏻👩🏼👩🏽👩🏾👩🏿

Motherhood is a blessing and a challenge filled with sacrifice. But love conquers all and there is no stronger love than a mother’s love. ❤️
A mother's arms are made of tenderness and children sleep soundly in them - Victor Hugo. 👶😴

04/28/2019

April 28th is Biological Clock Day. 🌞⏰🌔
The Biological Clock affects human behaviour and mood on a daily basis. It maintains a sleep-wake pattern that fits in with the light and dark of a day. It monitors light, temperature and other environmental factors to influence alertness, energy levels, hunger and motivation.

Let’s celebrate Biological Clock Day by learning healthy sleep habits!

03/15/2019

World Sleep Day is an annual event to raise awareness of sleep disorders and the burden that they place on society.
Dr. Erik St. Louis, Co-Director of the Mayo Center for Sleep Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota, says, “For most adults, getting 7 to 8 hours of sleep tonight might be the most important thing we can do to improve our future physical and mental health.
Children need even more sleep for optimal learning and play.
Recent research has shown the importance of adequate amounts of sleep for brain health, since during sleep, the brain washes away toxins that can potentially damage the aging brain that accumulate during the day while we’re awake. Sleep also keeps the brain’s wiring and connections healthy and working at their best, especially when learning and remembering new things from earlier in the day.”
Source: worldsleepday.org

01/13/2019

Is it snowing where you live?
Here in the Washington D.C. area it sure is a snow day!
I hope you enjoy the snow with your little ones!
Or just cozy up under a blanket 😊

01/04/2019

Getting your child vaccinated is one of the best ways to keep your child healthy! The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has specific recommendations for which vaccines your child should receive and when.

10/07/2018

Did you know that every new or expecting parent who is a Virginia resident is eligible for a FREE Baby Box?

Hello Virginia families! You are eligible for a free Baby Box if you are a Virginia resident and are a new or expecting parent! It takes only three simple steps: 1. Register for free online at BabyBoxUniversity.com as a Virginia resident. Be sure to include your correct contact information, includin...

10/03/2018

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Even though it’s getting cooler outside, avoid dressing baby in too many layers of clothing or blankets.

09/25/2018

One of the most important jobs you have as a parent is keeping your child safe when riding in a vehicle. The following information from the AAP offers guidance on choosing the most appropriate car seat for your child.