The Truth About Contact Naps
Your baby: deeply peaceful. You: half-sunken into the couch, scrolling with one thumb and pretending you don't need the bathroom. If that's you… hi, you're in very familiar company. Contact naps (your baby sleeping on you or in a carrier while you're awake) are common in the first months and can be incredibly soothing. Here's what matters most: how to keep them safe, when they're great to continue, and how...
The Power of the Pre-Bedtime Hour
The Power of the Pre-Bedtime Hour: Build the Perfect Wind-Down Routine
Discover why the hour before bedtime is so important for your child’s sleep quality. Learn calming activities, what to avoid, and how to create a soothing routine with bath, books, and sleep toys.
Sun’s Out, Blinds Down? How Much Darkness Do Little Sleepers Really Need in Summer
Sun’s Out, Sleep Struggles? Do Babies Really Need Darkness to Sleep in Summer?
As bedrooms get brighter, many parents wonder if blackout blinds are the secret to better baby sleep. Learn when darkness helps, when daylight matters, and how to support your child’s summer sleep routine.
Which Parenting Book Is Right for You? 5 Must-Reads for First-Time Parents
Becoming a parent means stepping into a world of advice - solicited and unsolicited! While Google searches and well-meaning relatives may have opinions, nothing beats a well-researched book that aligns with your own parenting values.Whether you’re looking for straightforward how-tos, science-backed strategies, attachment-based guidance, or emotional reassurance, we’ve rounded up five of the most highly rated books to help you navigate the early years.1. The Simplest Baby Book in the...
Why is my baby having false starts?
Why Is My Baby Waking Soon After Falling Asleep? Understanding False Starts | A Guide By Riff Raff Baby
Frustrated by your baby waking shortly after bedtime? Learn about false starts, why they happen, and practical tips to help your little one achieve restful, uninterrupted sleep.
How to Create a Sleep Environment Conducive for Sleep
Are you feeling tired mama? We get it, setting up healthy sleep habits is HARD and that’s why we are here to provide you with research proven tips that successfully prime your baby for sleep & help you both get the rest you need. Hang tight mama & papa bear, one of these tips could change your week!
Riff Raff's Fave Books
Reading aloud to your children is one of the best ways to encourage their language development right from the get go. Even when babies don’t understand what you are saying, they are taking everything in.Below are a few of what we think are the best books for babies and toddlers grouped by suggested age...