The Nini Baby Blog

All about better sleep

Gentle, practical advice on sleep, swaddling and settling — for parents and babies alike.

Latest · 17 January 2022

When to Buy A Cot

A baby cot is often top of the list when it comes to getting ready for your baby’s arrival. However, many of us don’t know...

10 January 2022

How To Swaddle A Baby

‘The baby burrito’ aka swaddling your newborn has been hailed as one of the best things you can do to ensure a consistent sleep pattern...

3 January 2022

How a Swing Cot Can Help Your Baby Sleep Through the Night

Is your little one struggling to sleep through the night? Don’t worry, it’s a challenge that many new parents face. Maybe it feels like you’ve...

27 December 2021

What to Do If Baby Is Rolling Over in Sleep

Watching your little one become more mobile is an exciting prospect! Rolling is a major milestone and shows that they are well on the way...

20 December 2021

Nini Baby Cot: Your Frequently Asked Questions

Are you buying a NiniPod for a relative or friend this Christmas? Maybe you’ve just been gifted one as an early Christmas present? If so,...

13 December 2021

Nini Baby’s Christmas Gift Guide for Mum’s to Be

Christmas is a matter of days away; time with our families, delicious food and beautifully wrapped gifts are soon to fill the festive weekend, but...

6 December 2021

Is There A Cot That Grows with Baby?

A cot that grows with baby is a great essential to consider if you’re expecting. In recent years, they’ve gained a lot of popularity. Not...

29 November 2021

Nini Baby Discuss Preparing for Your Little One: Top 5 Essentials You Must Have

From Babygro’s to bottle sterilisers and cribs to antiscratch mittens, when you’re preparing for a baby, there is a lot to consider. As you may...

22 November 2021

Is It Safe to Tilt a Baby Mattress?

Is it safe to tilt a baby mattress is a common question asked amongst the parenting community. The answer here really is that it depends...

15 November 2021

The Nordic Cot and Other Popular Trends for Your Baby’s Room

We know that getting the nursery just right for your little one is top priority when you’re expecting. From functional baby changers, to the popular...

8 November 2021

The Benefits of a Rocking Baby Crib

A rocking baby crib is arguably the best sleep option you can give your little one as they adjust to life outside the womb. It’s...

1 November 2021

Nini Baby: A Sleep Solution Inspired by Tradition

Restful sleep in those first few precious months is essential for your little one. In that time, they are not only growing physically but their...

23 February 2021

The little and big ones navigating these times

This is a guest post by Panisha, Behaviour & Wellbeing Coach and an advocate for Good Mental Health Here we are and almost a year...

13 January 2021

Rebecca Askew from Baby Sleep Consultant GB reviews the NiniPod

Baby Sleep Consultant Rebecca Askew has helped hundreds of families achieve age-appropriate sleep goals for their little ones. So what did she think of the NiniPod?

7 December 2020

Will my baby become reliant on swinging to fall asleep?

TL;DR: The short answer is no. As I discussed in my earlier post (Swinging your baby. Why it’s a great idea.), all babies are born...

3 December 2020

Swinging your baby. Why it’s a great idea.

We all know that movement is a great way to calm babies and help them get to sleep, but did you know that movement is far more important than just satiating their cries?

29 November 2020

What’s so special about the Nini Spacer Mattress?

The Nini Spacer Mattress is a patent-pending cot mattress that provides safety, unparalleled breathability and comfort for your baby. It’s the first cot mattress on the market with no compromise on any of the three critical elements of safety, breathability and comfort.