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How to Shop Sustainably - Why Slow Fashion Matters

by Maureen Smithey September 11, 2020

Back in 2008 when the pull to create a sustainably made line of quality sleepwear for babies and toddlers first took a hold of me

Posted in Family Health, Fashion, Social Justice, Sustainability

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Cotton vs. Polyester – For the Health of Our Soil

by Maureen Smithey August 13, 2020

For as long as I can remember I have been drawn to everything natural, from my father’s backyard garden to the beautiful wool and cotton fabrics

Posted in Babies Health, Childrens Health, cotton Fleece

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Gender-Neutral Baby Clothes: What Was Old is New Again

by Maureen Smithey July 21, 2020

The way we dress our babies is changing. Parents are rethinking their willingness to enforce gender norms

Posted in Babies Health, Colors, Fabrics, Fashion

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Lovies and Blankets - Security and Safety

by Maureen Smithey June 24, 2020

Children tend to adopt some sort of security blanket and that’s a good thing

Posted in Babies Health, Bedding, cotton Fleece, Security, Sleep

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Cuddling and the Importance of Security

by Maureen Smithey June 10, 2020

When my son was little we spent countless hours cuddling on the sofa or on his bed with books in hand.

Posted in Babies Health, Family Health, Sleep

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Best Baby Sleep Practices: Mattresses and Bedding

by Maureen Smithey May 27, 2020

Every parent dreams of their newborn sleeping all through the night without any fuss.

Posted in Babies Health, Bedding, Sleep

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Best Baby Sleep Practices: Room Temperature

by Maureen Smithey May 20, 2020

One of the best experiences you can have is watching a baby sleep.

Posted in Babies Health, Bedding, Sleep

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How to Wash and Dry Your Babies’ Organic Cotton Clothes and Pajamas

by Maureen Smithey May 15, 2020

It turns out that laundry, the bane of every household with children, can have a significant impact on the environment and your child’s health.

Posted in Fabrics, Family Health, Sustainability

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Sharing A Room With Your Baby

by CastleWare baby Collaborator April 20, 2020

It is important to develop bonding and attachments with your baby before and after he/she is born. Bonding with your newborn can occur during feeding time...

Posted in Babies Health, Family Health, Sleep

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Should I Be Co-Sleeping With My Baby?

by CastleWare baby Collaborator April 17, 2020

Co-sleeping involves the sharing of a bed between baby and parent(s)/guardian(s), not just during feeding time or for comfort but also for most of sleep time.

Posted in Babies Health, Family Health, Sleep

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3 Reasons Why Babies Might Be Fighting Sleep

by CastleWare baby Collaborator March 30, 2020

Do you find that your little one starts crying as soon as you try to put him/her to sleep? This could be because he/she is actually fighting sleep. Babies sleep in 45-minute sleep cycles and can take up to 20 minutes to reach deep sleep.

Posted in Babies Health, Sleep

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How to Help Your Child Get the Right Amount of Sleep

by CastleWare baby Collaborator February 26, 2020

As a parent, it is important to note that sleep is just as important as nutrition and exercise. Sleep is a significant factor in a child’s mental and physical well-being

Posted in Babies Health, Family Health, Sleep

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