https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/ Latest update from Blog en-us Tue, 23 Jan 2018 12:22:29 +1300 Tue, 23 Jan 2018 12:22:29 +1300 60 https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/rss/blog/ https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/blog/helpful-information/why-is-wrapping-swaddling-so-important-for-newborn-babies/ <img src="https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/media/59efc9c9c28a2.jpg" width="200" /> There are lots of good reasons why you should swaddle, or wrap, your baby, but the best reason is that it generally helps your baby to settle quicker and sleep for longer.&nbsp; For the first 3 months of their lives, babies cannot control their reflexes and so often startle themselves awake. At... Wed, 25 Oct 2017 12:16:03 +1300 https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/blog/helpful-information/why-is-wrapping-swaddling-so-important-for-newborn-babies/ https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/blog/helpful-information/should-i-wear-merino-in-summer/ <img src="https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/media/59f007fe23333.jpg" width="200" /> Spring is definitely in the air - the days are getting longer and (apart from this polar blast) the nights are warmer.&nbsp; With warmer weather on the way, I often get asked what babies and toddlers should wear to bed. My answer is always merino because it is the perfect natural... Wed, 13 Sep 2017 13:38:17 +1300 https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/blog/helpful-information/should-i-wear-merino-in-summer/ https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/blog/helpful-information/colic-bedtime-and-baby-caterpillar/ <img src="https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/media/59b88d9043ced.jpg" width="200" /> Colic, bedtime and Baby Caterpillar. If you have a colicky baby, sometimes over-stimulating your baby can make colic worse, so it is a great idea to keep the room quiet and dark and keep them cuddled and swaddled.&nbsp; I know there is no fix-it remedy for dealing with colic but there are... Mon, 02 Jan 2017 14:49:58 +1300 https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/blog/helpful-information/colic-bedtime-and-baby-caterpillar/ https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/blog/helpful-information/why-should-i-buy-fairtrade-orgainc-cotton/ <img src="https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/media/57e0ac09c9a2e.jpg" width="200" /> Okay so firstly what&#39;s all the fuss about organic cotton, and why is it important for baby clothing and sleepwear?&nbsp; Well the short answer is that it&#39;s softer while somehow being more durable, its the best fabric for newborn sensitive skin as it hasn&#39;t been through harsh chemical... Tue, 20 Sep 2016 15:22:25 +1300 https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/blog/helpful-information/why-should-i-buy-fairtrade-orgainc-cotton/ https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/blog/helpful-information/what-s-the-best-temperature-for-my-babies-room/ <img src="https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/media/5701f6ef8d69a.jpg" width="200" /> This is possibly the number one question I get asked when it comes to sleeping, merino and newborn babies.&nbsp; And while I would love to give you a definitive answer, unfortunately, like with most things relating to babies, there is no clear cut answer.&nbsp; Common sense and mothers intuition... Mon, 04 Apr 2016 17:08:32 +1300 https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/blog/helpful-information/what-s-the-best-temperature-for-my-babies-room/ https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/blog/helpful-information/caring-for-merino/ <img src="https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/media/59f007d59b888.jpg" width="200" /> Did you know all our Baby Caterpillar one hundred percent merino can be washed in the washing machine - YES its true, hand washing is highly overrated, especially when you have a beautiful, new baby and very little sleep. Providing you use a gentle or wool wash and a wool approved detergent... Mon, 04 Apr 2016 17:07:35 +1300 https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/blog/helpful-information/caring-for-merino/ https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/blog/helpful-information/babies-sleep-better-in-merino/ <img src="https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/media/5701f56f8702b.jpg" width="200" /> Yes it&#39;s true - babies sleep better, and for longer, in merino.&nbsp; As babies spend a great deal of the early days sleeping its important they have quality, natural clothing to wear.&nbsp; Using merino against babies skin helps them sleep by regulating there temperature.&nbsp; Skin is a... Mon, 04 Apr 2016 17:01:11 +1300 https://babycaterpillar.co.nz:443/blog/helpful-information/babies-sleep-better-in-merino/