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Research conducted by Pampers Nappies Sleep Report in conjunction with Tresillian Family Care Centers has found that almost every mum with children aged under two-years-old has suffered sleep deprivation.

Not only does it make one irritable, but things often always seem just a little bit harder without a good night’s sleep. So what can mothers do?

The IBT Health website (http://au.ibtimes.com/contents/20100426/sleep-routine-young-mothers-anxi...) reckons the key is to immediately establish a predictable routine.

Professor Cathrine Fowler, spokeswoman for Tresillian said “One of the things that a parent can do to ensure their baby gets a decent amount of sleep is to check their environment is conducive for sleep – that includes ensuring you change their dirty nappy before they go to bed to avoid them waking with a leaking nappy,” she said.

“New mothers should try to establish a regular sleep pattern for their baby immediately as possible”, said Prof Fowler.

Other findings from the research include:

• Lack of sleep is affecting mothers ability to enjoy quality time with their baby
• A quarter of mothers with a child under two admitted a lack of sleep was making them feel unable to cope with life
• One in three of the 1000 Mothers surveyed said sleep deprivation was putting a strain on their relationships.

Does this sound familiar? What tips do you have as mothers to get a good night’s sleep?

Source: Herald Sun, Tuesday April 27, Page 16.

Springfree Trampoline loves Twitter, Facebook and any new media that allows us to talk to and get to know our customers.

But we are not the only backyard essential that loves talking on Twitter. Dogs do too! Yes you read right.

Mattel has released the ‘Puppy Tweets’ which is a little clasp that hangs from your dog’s collar and detects what it’s up and then automatically tweets it. Apparently it can detect 500 different activities and turn them into 140-characters like: “It’s not the catching of the tail, it’s the chase,” and “Guess what I’m licking right now.”

This will be a great little device for pet owners who worry what their pets get up to when they are not home! Wouldn’t it be great if you could automate a tweet when your dog is trying to escape “ha ha I’m off to terrorize the local cats”.

Will this toy be something you put in Rover Christmas Hamper this year? Or better yet does your dog have a social Media profile?

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/13/puppy-tweets-will-turn-your-pooper-in...

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Research proves that children who engage in creative and active play may grow up to be healthier adults. I know it’s not the most ‘surprising’ revelation of recent times but these findings really bounced out at me since we are running the ‘Colour Me Crazy’ drawing competition at the moment which is all about encouraging your kids to express their creative side.

University of Ulster researchers surveyed 505 young adults who provided information about their health and their childhood play experiences. Four types of play were found to be associated in different ways with adult health. The kids who engaged in higher levels of play predicted good healthy habits such as eating a healthy diet and getting regular exercises.

Adults who had time limits on play as youngsters were more likely to be overweight and live a less-healthy lifestyle.

The study was to be presented April 14 at the society’s annual conference.

What type of creative things do you get your kids to do?

For more information on ‘The Colour Me Crazy Drawing’ Competition please see http://www.springfreetrampoline.com.au/competitions

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The ‘meal time’ experience differs in all households. For some it can be an extremely stressful hour trying to make variety of healthy meals for three fussy kids. Sound familiar?

In a survey conducted by the Australia Institute of Sport and Nestle , 16 thousand Australian mums revealed widespread concern about their children’s diet and exercise levels.

Forty-Three per cent of the mothers said they tried to give their kids balanced diets but were finding it difficult. Ten Per Cent said that they were confused about what to serve up or couldn’t get their children to eat the healthy options.

The courier Mail gave some great tips by AIS Dietician, Greg Cox for feeding the family;

1. Plan your weekly meal

2. Keep pantry well-stocked

3. Involve the family in the cooking

4. Vegetables are important five serves for adults, a little less for children

5. Eat plenty of wholegrain including wholegrain wheat, brown rice, rye, unpearled barley and whole popping corn

6. Low-fat dairy foods are a great source of calcium

7. Present food to children in ways they find appealing

8. Make water the first option for mealtime drinks

What other tips do you have for mother alike?

Further more 36 per cent of mothers feared their kids weren’t getting enough physical activity. Ahmm… (Insert shame-less plug here) Springfree™ Trampoline! The only exercise that you can do in the convenience of your own backyard and you don’t have to bribe the kids to go jump! Quite the reverse actually, you will have to bribe them to come in at night for dinner. A healthy one of course