Why does bub nap perfectly at home… then suddenly act like sleep is fake news at Nan’s? 😅 Usually, it is not because bub is not tired. It is because the sleep cues feel different. When you are away from home, even a lovely familiar place like Nan’s can change a lot of the little things bub usually connects with sleep: ✨ The sounds are different At home, bub might be used to the same background noise every day. At Nan’s, it could be different voices, a louder TV, kitchen sounds, pets or just a completely different kind of quiet. ✨ The light feels different A brighter room, different curtains or more movement around the house can make nap time feel less familiar. ✨ The timing can drift By the time you pack the bag, get in the car and arrive, bub might be a bit more tired or a bit past their usual nap window. ✨ The sleep space is different Even if the cot or pram is safe and comfy, it still does not feel exactly like home. Bub notices that. A few simple things can help keep the routine more recognisable: 🤍 Use the same settling phrase Something simple you already say at home can help the routine feel familiar. 🔉 Bring one familiar sound A sound bub already knows from home can help make the environment feel less different. 🕒 Aim for similar timing where possible It does not need to be exact, but staying roughly in the same rhythm can help. 🧸 Keep the lead up calm Try not to go straight from full excitement into nap mode. 🌙 Repeat the usual steps Even a mini version of the home routine can help. Think cuddle, sound on, settle. This is exactly why some parents like having the Nodiee On The Go in the nappy bag. It gives you one familiar sleep cue to bring along when bub is napping away from home. The On The Go includes 24 sounds, four night light settings and timer options for 30, 60 and 90 minutes. No setup away from home will feel identical to the nursery, and that is okay. Sometimes keeping just one or two things familiar is enough. Click the link in bio to shop the On The Go 🤍