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At 5 Little Monkeys, we're proud to have created a revolutionary children's mattress designed to give kids exactly what they need for perfect sleep – but our mission goes beyond that. We're passionate about ensuring that children everywhere get the restful sleep they need to grow and thrive, and while the 5 Little Monkeys Sleep System is central to that goal, we also want to serve as a resource for all your sleep-related questions and needs. Feel free to take a look through our blog for tips, tricks, and advice on getting better sleep for your little one. And if you haven't already, try the 5 Little Monkeys Sleep System for 100 days, completely risk-free!

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The 6 Sleep Stealers by Sleepy Planet Parenting

Apr 25, 2017 Posted by: Courtney Harrow Bedroom Design,  Bedtime Routine,  Sleep Problems
The 6 Sleep Stealers by Sleepy Planet Parenting

There are six main “sleep stealers,” or reasons your child isn’t sleeping well; she may be affected by one of them, by a combination of several, or—if you’ve hit the jackpot—by all six.

#1: No Consistent Bedtime Routine

Though most parents know a bedtime routine is a good idea, it is hard to be consistent, either because there’s too much to do or because your child has so much energy that it’s hard to slow her down. Still, a predictable wind-down routine is one of the most important tools your child needs to sleep well. Tips:

    • Physical activity should come before the routine
    • Should last 15 to 60 minutes at nighttime, and about 10 to...

5 Little Monkeys—Because Other Kid Beds Didn’t Cut It

Apr 01, 2017 Posted by: Courtney Harrow Bedroom Design,  Bedtime Routine,  Company News,  Sleep Problems
5 Little Monkeys—Because Other Kid Beds Didn’t Cut It

How and why two sleep-loving parents decided to create the ultimate sleep system for kids

I simply do not relate to those people who brag about needing only four or five hours of sleep a night. Come on, how is that even possible? Five hours of sleep for me means I’m unfit to operate a motor vehicle at any speed—especially one with two small children in the backseat. When I’m sleep deprived, everything else in my life suffers. I’m sure you know the feeling!

Ok, I’ll admit it! I need a solid eight, preferably nine, hours of sleep a night to function in top form. Of course, on most nights, this is not the case. However, I have learned through six...