Benefits of Toddler Size Pillows

October 6, 2008 · Posted in Toddler Bedding, Toddler Sleep Safety · 1 Comment 
Toddler size pillows are a fantastic alternative to an adult size standard pillow when it comes to your child.  After all, a standard pillow is far too large, thick and uncomfortable for a small child between the ages of 2 and 6 years old.  The standard size pillow can cause neck and shoulder misalignment leading to pain or future problems.  The smaller toddler size pillow, also known as a travel pillow, is more proportionate to a child’s size, therefore more supportive.
Toddler Size Travel Pillow

Toddler Size Travel Pillow

The measurements of a toddler size travel pillow is normally 12″ x 16″, and at Kidz Comfort comes with a stylish pillow case that fits just right.  The pillows can be used at home in their own bed, at daycare, preschool or Kindergarten for nap time or in the car for those long trips and vacations.  They all have a 100% cotton fabric pillow case and a non-allergenic fill to help with those allergies that seem to be popping up more and more with children.

Obviously, you should never use a pillow with an infant, or even on a toddler until they are at least 2 years old and are past the point of the risk of SIDS.

My kids love these pillows because they are the perfect size to snuggle up with when they are going to bed or taking their naps at school.  Wouldn’t you rest better knowing that your child was more comfortable?  After all, kids don’t always know how to communicate that something is not comfortable.  Take care of it before it becomes an issue and buy today at Kidz Comfort.

Sleep Well!

raelynn @ Kidz Comfort

Lullaby Music and the Benefits of Music to a Child

October 4, 2008 · Posted in Toddler Bedtime Routine · 1 Comment 

One of the most enjoyable ways to prepare a child for sleep is to play soft and pleasant music, such as lullaby music. It can be a great part of a child’s bedtime routine. It will turn into something that your child will look forward to, allow them to decompress from their day and have a little calm and quiet time to help them get drowsy.

While actually calming a child’s mind and relaxing their body, lullaby music has some pretty profound benefits. Soothing lullaby music has been proven to affect the deepest structures of the human brain. Would you believe it has been said to make your child smarter? Music can help with a child’s mental development, coordination, math skills, social skills, memory, creativity and the list goes on and on.

Music has become a science. It has many healing and biological powers and is often used in some forms of therapy…yes, music therapy. It is often used in many settings including some children’s hospital settings to help sick children actually feel better. It has been shown to aid in the healing process. It has even been found to engage autistic children in play with others, bridging a gap.

Music is found to be very effective for babies who are obviously in a stressful environment for the first few months. Imagine going from a warm, quiet and dark place having only been hearing primarily your Mom’s voice for nine months, and then going into a new world rather suddenly where it is bright, cold and often far too noisy. Lullaby music is a stress reducer and it has been replicated in a number of studies that music can take an agitated baby or child with thrashing arms and, when the soothing lullaby music is played, they go into a more restful and calm state, often falling into a restful sleep.

At the least, there is NO down side to playing your child soothing lullaby music as they prepare for bed. After all, the bedtime routine can be one of the most frustrating times of the day for a parent. Why not make it easier for yourself and your child. Bedtime routines can be enjoyable.  Add a little lullaby music today.

Sleep Well!

raelynn @ Kidz Comfort