I'm Linda, the heart of Hush Little Babe. Welcome to my blog!

Those newborn moments you simply must capture!  Meeting your baby for the first time is a truly magical experience.  It’s a whirlwind of emotions, love, pride, contentment, relief, amazement.  And so many different reactions, smiles, tears, silence, and sheer joy.  But somewhere in amongst all the beautiful chaos, these special moments can somehow end up a little…. Blurry!  With that in mind, the Hush...

Bonding with your unborn baby Bonding is a mutual closeness and attachment between parents and their newborn baby.  It’s sometimes described as an unconditional love or an instant desire to protect.  Babies usually bond with their parents in the minutes, hours, or days following birth, but for some parents it may take longer. Why it’s important: Bonding with your newborn is a vital part...

The phrase ‘sleeping like a baby’ is often used to describe a long, deep, peaceful sleep.  It’s certainly not a phrase I would use to describe the actual sleep of a real baby.  Understanding baby sleep and learning about your baby’s unique sleep patterns can help you set schedules, anticipate when it’s time for a nap, and work out why your baby is crying.  Then you’re...

According to Wikipedia, sleep deprivation is defined as: sleep de·priv·ation NOUN the situation or condition of suffering from a lack of sleep: Also known as sleep insufficiency or sleeplessness, is the condition of not having adequate duration and/or quality of sleep to support decent alertness, performance, and health. It can be either chronic or acute and may vary widely in severity.  Acute sleep deprivation is when an individual sleeps less than usual or...

Weighted toys:  More than just a cuddle buddy They’re cute, they’re cuddly and people of all ages just can’t resist to give them a snuggle. These weighted sensory toys are great for helping with lowering stimulation and assisting with a good bedtime routine or can just be used as a snuggle comfort toy at bedtime. So lifelike, floppy and snuggly, weighted toys are popular...

We LOVE our nappy caddy so much, even the childless staff have one!      Tried and tested by Mums of all ages and stages, here’s a summary of the feedback we received on our Boho Nappy Caddy.  VERDICT:  The design is a definite winner, timeless with a touch of elegance, it adds a little charm to any nursery, especially when paired with the...

The Invisible Postpartum Mum:  Are you guilty of this common mistake?  There are few moments in life that even come close to the moment you first hold your baby. It’s a magical experience, a mixture of love, pride, exhaustion – there isn’t one specific word that can quite accurately describe the power, the force, the rawness, the enormity of meeting your new baby.  And...

 Baby Gift Registry Q & A If you're swaying towards a Baby Gift Registry but need a little more info, you've come to the right place. To assist you further, we're complied a list of the most common Baby Gift Registry questions and answers.

HELP!  How do I tell my guests about my gift registry! Using a gift registry for a special occasion can be a great way to suggest gift option to your guests.  But how do you tell them this without sounding rude? Here are some examples to politely ask your guests to bring their presence – and the right presents – to your special event. You can simply include...

So... Do Dad's need a nappy bag? Allow us to lay down some logic for you. Here's a Dad with a baby. That baby needs nappies. Nappies go in a nappy bag. Conclusion: Yes, Dad's need nappy bags.