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Andi Metzler
Tis’ the Season: How to Navigate Holidays with ...

Tis’ the season of family gatherings, parties, fun traditions, and more. It really is my favorite time of year. For some parents, it’s an extremely stressful time especially if you’re balancing all of the holiday fun while running on empty. Let’s talk about the holidays and your child’s sleep. If your kiddo is not a great sleeper, I can help. If you’ve got the sleep thing down, I’ll share tips on keeping it intact while during this season of joy.

Tis’ the Season: How to Navigate Holidays with Your Child’s Sleep

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Creating a Calming Bedtime Routine for Your Newborn

Creating a Calming Bedtime Routine for Your Newborn

Welcoming a newborn into your family is an exhilarating experience, filled with moments of joy and wonder. However, it's no secret that those early days and nights can also be quite challenging, especially when it comes to establishing a consistent bedtime routine. A calming bedtime routine is not only beneficial for your newborn's well-being but can also contribute to a more restful night for the entire family. I have some easy-to-follow suggestions for establishing a calming bedtime routine for your little one.

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Navigating the Sleep Training Journey: Dos and Don'ts for Every Exhausted Parent

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Navigating the Sleep Training Journey: Dos and Don'ts for Every Exhausted Parent

Hello tired parents! If you're reading this, chances are you're knee-deep in the sleep struggle trenches, desperately seeking a solution to those endless nights of interrupted sleep. Don’t worry! ,  You've landed in the right place!  Today we're diving into the do’s and don'ts of sleep training that will help you and your little ones finally catch those much-needed Zs.

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Make Sleep a Priority in 2024

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Make Sleep a Priority in 2024

Self-care has always been hugely important to me and is the reason I started my sleep training business. How can you take care of everyone around you if you aren’t taking care of yourself? It’s the best thing you can do for yourself, your family and your work life. Believe me, your kids will be grateful for the extra patience and connection they get when YOUR bucket is filled up.

Sleep Tips For Preschoolers & Big Kids

Sleep Tips For Preschoolers & Big Kids

It’s never too late (or too early) to start laying a foundation for healthy sleep or to start teaching your kiddo to be an amazing sleeper. Just imagine enjoying a 30-minute bedtime routine with your child, tucking them into bed, they drift off into a peaceful slumber and you see them 9-11 hours later.


We all need good, unfragmented sleep to be healthy, happy people. Why not teach your child the skill (yes, it’s a skill that can be taught) so that they will reap the health benefits of a great night’s sleep? And hey, it’s no small bonus to have a few hours to yourself in the evening once your kids are in bed AND for you to get the necessary 7-9 hours of sleep adults need.


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Getting Sleep Back on Track After Travel

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Getting Sleep Back on Track After Travel

Is your child’s sleep a hot mess after summer vacations? Oftentimes there is a change in a baby or toddler’s sleep that is significant enough to allow new habits to creep in. A child’s sleep can go awry for a number of reasons. It might be due to sickness, a change in schedule, or the arrival of a new sibling. But, one of the most common reasons is travel.  

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How To Avoid Bedtime Stalling Tactics

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How To Avoid Bedtime Stalling Tactics

Toddlers and preschoolers (and big kids) are master negotiators and have the best stalling tactics. They need an extra trip to the potty, another hug from big brother, a snack, or a sip of water, they are scared.  This list goes on and on. They can turn a 30-minute bedtime routine into an hour and a half easily. How do they do it? 

The bedtime routine can be a lovely time to connect with your child.  It’s not lovely if the routine becomes so long that it eats into the amount of time they need to be sleeping. Or if it prevents you from having time for yourself or your partner each evening.  They are both equally important.

Bedtime Routines for Newborns and Babies

Bedtime Routines for Newborns and Babies

Taking the time to create a bedtime routine can feel monotonous or like a chore for some parents. A bedtime routine is something both children and adults benefit from when considering the best way to get a healthy night of sleep. Do bedtime routines matter? Is it worth the effort and time to implement?

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