Riff Raff Ramblings

September has earnt itself the nickname of being the Baby Boom Month among many midwives and healthcare professionals. So, what is the Baby Boom Month? Simply put, the Baby Boom Month is the month with the highest average number of births. This blog will explore why September is often a very busy time of year for babies to be born as well as share some valuable tips for how to...

Photo credit: @raising.noahlane (thank you Sarah <3 ) It’s hands down one of the most common questions and complaints I get about little ones’ sleep:  How do I navigate those dreaded sleep regressions? So I wanted to put together a piece for you on some of the ways you can best manage regressions, and in some cases avoid them all together. Firstly, it’s important to understand what regressions actually are and why...

It’s really important to make sure your little one isn’t taking opportunities in their awake period to doze, lull or wind down. The reason is that this can absolutely cause them to gain a second wind and resist sleep time ahead. So if your little one is getting even remotely drowsy or really lulling on a feed, it’s likely that once they finish that they are likely to ‘reboot’, and...

One essential aspect of having a baby is learning the art of how to swaddle!! Swaddling is a practice that has been used for generations to provide babies with comfort, security, and a peaceful sleep. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the art of swaddling, its benefits, techniques, and safety considerations.

Here at Riff Raff we spend our days creating our beautiful sleep toys to bring to little ones all over the world! We place so much importance on early introduction, but what actually happens when this is done at birth or in those integral first months of a babies life? 

If you have you first baby on the way (CONGRATULATIONS!) or it's been a minute since you last had a new-born and you need a little refresher, then this is the perfect check list for you! Being organised before your baby arrives is one of the biggest blessings you could give yourself (so that you've got more time for cuddles and bonding when your bundle of joy arrives). We've prepared...

As parents we can get wrapped up in the world of sleep as well as the unrealistic expectations that are highly prevalent in society today. Establishing a safe and supportive sleep environment is essential in helping your baby to maximise their sleep and thus help you maximise your sleep!! This blog will explore how you can set up the perfect sleep environment for your baby.

Experiencing a miscarriage can be one of the toughest things that a couple may face in their lifetime. 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage and a lot of these families are suffering in silence. If a friend or family member lets you know that they’re experiencing a miscarriage being a supportive friend can make an enormous difference in their grieving journey. It can be hard to know what to...

Creating a beautiful space for your babe to be has become a right of passage and we are totally there for it! There’s nothing like a beautiful space to get you through the long night feeds and the general tornado that is ‘parenting’. As with all interior design trends, what’s hot in nursery decor changes with the season. We’ve sourced the ultimate list of gorgeous pieces that will elevate your...

There is nothing better than a beautiful, snuggly, sleepy new-born. The cuddles are endless and you can pass them around, in and out of the car, in and out of the carrier and back home again, and they will just sleep through the whole thing.