Our articles about baby sleep and Ouatine & Cumulus cocoons

16/05/2025

Six False "Good Ideas" for Getting My Baby to Sleep

Baby sleep raises a thousand questions, especially when nights are short and fatigue sets in. Parents then desperately search for solutions. Some beliefs, though deeply ingrained, seem logical... but are actually counterproductive, or even dangerous.

Ouatine & Cumulus presents six false "good ideas" that are best avoided to help your baby achieve peaceful sleep that respects their needs.

05/05/2025

Is my baby sleeping enough?

Ah, baby sleep... That great mystery all new parents try to solve, often in the middle of the night, between two feedings and three yawns. It's a question that keeps coming up: "Is my baby getting enough sleep?". There isn't one single right answer: every baby is unique, and so is their sleep.

05/05/2025

Help: my baby has his days and nights mixed up!

The first few weeks with a newborn are a concentrated mix of tenderness… and exhaustion. If you feel like your baby sleeps peacefully during the day but keeps you awake for a good part of the night, don't panic: this phenomenon is very common and temporary. Your baby is not yet mature enough to differentiate between the two.

09/04/2025

Wadding & Cumulus: discover the meaningful story of our cocoons

At Ouatine & Cumulus, each product tells a story, full of meaning, sewn with softness, kindness and savoir-faire. But where did this idea of a cocoon come from? Stéphanie, the brand's founder, a pediatric nurse and a mother herself, tells you about the origins of Ouatine & Cumulus. Because before becoming the companion of babies' sweet nights at home, the cocoon first saw the light of day in a very particular environment: neonatal care.

25/03/2025

Daylight Saving Time: How to help your baby adjust?

Our sleep is governed by our internal biological clock. This clock is influenced by several factors: exposure to daylight, natural sleep cycles, our meal schedule, and our daily activities. When we change the time, this fragile balance is temporarily disrupted. Each person is sensitive to it in a personal way. The same is true for children.

20/03/2025

The Importance of Naps for Babies: How to Establish an Effective Routine?

New parents know how difficult it can be to manage their baby's sleep, especially when they are still very young. While nights are often a source of worry, managing naps is not necessarily easy and yet it is very important. Indeed, no matter the time of day, rest periods are important for your baby's well-being and development. Establishing an effective nap routine plays a crucial role in the quality of your child's sleep, and, consequently, in yours.

20/03/2025

TOG: how to choose the right sleep sack for your baby's needs?

For new parents, one of the main concerns is ensuring optimal sleep for their baby. A crucial key to achieving this is finding the ideal temperature for their baby's comfort: the TOG was created for this purpose. But what is it and how do you use it to choose the ideal outfit for your child?

10/03/2025

Relaxation rituals to soothe your baby before bedtime

A baby who is restless before bedtime is a baby who will not be able to fall asleep properly, and more importantly, will not have optimal sleep. Implementing relaxation rituals that contribute to the relaxation of little ones will only be beneficial. These will allow them to understand that the day is coming to an end, that bedtime is approaching, and that it is time to calm down, while strengthening the bond with parents by making cuddle moments a gentle transition to rest.