Help for Sleep Deprived Moms

by Jan

If you are one of the many sleep deprived moms that is having difficulties getting a good night's sleep even when the 2 o'clock feedings are a thing of the past, you might want to check consider buying and using a fan in the nursery.


A simple, inexpensive oscillating fan may be one of the best sleep aids for both mom and baby.

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No, fans will not treat sleep disorders like sleep apnea but with a cooler environment and a couple of tweaks to your daily habits your family may get the best sleep possible that they have had since the birth of the baby.


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You can pick up a table-top oscillating fan at your local discount store often for $10 or less!

Nursery Ceiling Fans

Ceiling fans for the nursery will circulate the air and keep baby cool with the added bonus of not taking up any precious space in the room.

The Benefits of Baby Monitors

A quieted and peaceful mind is most conducive to a restful sleep. Many new parents find that a monitor gives them the assurance that all is well with their little one and allows them to drift peacefully off to dreamland.

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Many new mothers that are sleep deprived say that their quality of sleep was greatly reduced the moment they became a parent due to worries over their child's safety and well-being. While a certain amount of concern is just part of parenting; excessive worry is not a good thing and steps should be taken to help mom relax and consulting a trusted professional should be an option if other measures fail to get the desired results.

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