Every parent wants their child to get healthy sleep. Not every baby will be a great sleeper. The majority need some help learning to sleep well. But how to go about teaching your child to be a great sleeper can be a hard decision to make.
Why Sleep Training Didn't Work
“I’ve tried everything to get my baby to sleep and nothing has worked.” This is a sentence I hear in nearly every call I have with tired moms. These moms are desperate for answers, reading books, scrolling the internet and social media, asking friends for their secrets and even buying “one size fits all” sleep training programs. It can be extremely overwhelming to have contradictory information coming from all sides. How do you know who to trust?
Is Hunger Causing Night Wakings?
How do you know if your baby is waking from hunger at night? Take a peek at this checklist to help you figure out if your little one still needs a night feed or is ready to sleep longer stretches at night. Often times a baby is simply accustomed to a feed to help get back to sleep. Once you know if this is the case or not, you can move forward more confidently.
How To Sleep In A Hotel With Kids
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.
Spring Travel & Sleep
We all just survived the time change of Daylight Saving and now it’s spring break. It’s time for a fun family trip and often that means different time zones, messing with naps, or staying up late. Nothing lights up my soul more than travel, so I do everything I can to make sure sleep stays intact during our family trip.
Spring Forward Can Help With Early Risers
If your adorable little “alarm clock” is waking you up every morning super early, the upcoming time change can work in your favor. When I talk about early, I mean the early riser that wakes at 4:30 or 5 AM. It’s painful. “Spring forward” can get you to a wake-up that’s 6 AM or later. Nobody should be waking before 6 AM, right?
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.
The Science Behind Baby Sleep Cycles: What Every Parent Should Know
In this week’s blog, we dive into the world of baby sleep cycles, unraveling the various scenarios that keep parents awake at night. As a sleep consultant with years of experience helping families like yours, I understand the challenges that come with ensuring your little one gets the rest they need. Let's explore the science behind baby sleep cycles and I’ll share valuable insights to make bedtime a more peaceful experience.
