Ep 4 - White Noise - the simple sound that sends newborns and babies to sleep!

For the UK and Ireland.
Welcome to the BabyDoc Basics podcast on White Noise!
Over the next 5 to 10 minutes we outline what White Noise, how it can help get your newborn baby to sleep and we have a couple of recommendations on products you can buy. 
Maybe you’re a new parent who is having trouble getting your baby to sleep and you’re desperate for a solution for your sleep deprivation. Or maybe you just want to learn more about white noise. As always our resident Mummysavers strip through the nonsense and bring it back to basics with some practical suggestions and solutions.
In the studio today is Lucy (BabyDoc Club UK) and dialling in is Karen (BabyDoc Club Ireland).
DISCLAIMER – all information is based on the experience of our Mummysavers. No brand or retailer has paid to feature in this – all recommendations are genuine.
 
So what is white noise?
It’s a unique sound that covers all frequencies that help drown out other background sounds! Perfect for over-tired or over-stimulated babies or if you have older children awake in the house!
White noise refers to static sounds like rainfall, heartbeat or even the hairdryer! So as mad as it sounds to you and me it can be like music to your little ones’ ears! White noise helps calm baby and drift them off to sleep and can help encourage self-soothing!
It’s not just for newborns, it can help older babies going through those dreaded sleep regressions.  White noise can be used on the go or for sleepovers!
 
Well now I know what it is but do I have to stand with the hair dryer on while my baby drifts to sleep? 
Fortunately not, there are a number of inexpensive sleep aids you can buy that play white noise. Here’s a selection of our favourites. Most are available from supermarkets or specialist retailers like Mothercare, Boots, Jo Jo Manan Bebe or check online.

- Ewan the sheep – expect to pay around £30/€40 and now includes a sleep sensor.

- MyHummy range – slightly more expensive than other model. Varies in sizes and deigns, Bluetooth function, sleep sensors, etc.

- Ollie the Owl from The Gro Company – £30/ €40 cute nightlight and comes with sleep sensor too. Also Gro friends (penguins, hedgehog and bear to choose from too)
Some baby monitors also have the function, or phone apps too! And don’t forget to keep an eye out for own brands too – Aldi and Lidl have sold their own versions (Sleepy Owl from Aldi was very reasonably priced)!
 So that’s everything you need to know on white noise. It might sound wacky but the lure of a few hours sleep in the bank is worth trying anything. 
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