Riff Raff Ramblings

When US clocks “fall back” on November 2, babies don’t always follow. Discover two parent-approved strategies (laid-back or step-by-step) for handling Daylight Savings smoothly.

Like most parties, the intricacies of planning a baby shower depend on how big it’ll be. Do you want to go all out and invite a ton of guests? Or have a small intimate party with close friends? Whatever you decide, you need to take a good amount of things into consideration as the party planner.

As the holiday season approaches, the excitement of travel often comes hand in hand with a touch of uneasiness, especially for parents traveling with their young ones. Whether it's your first journey or you are a seasoned adventurer, traveling with children might require some adjustments, but it's also an incredible opportunity to create beautiful memories.

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...

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.

Let’s talk toddler sleep. It’s a biggie! I would love to share with you some ways you can effectively navigate your toddler’s bed and nap times.

The one to two year mark sees a lot of changes for your little ones. There are a few little things that we want to keep an eye on during this time. One is the shift from 2-1 naps, the next is the beginning of toddler pushback at bedtime and the other is possible regressions.

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...