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.
I love all that summertime brings—longer days, vacations, perfect weather, and the relaxed pace of life. As a kid, I cherished running around the neighborhood, playing outside until the sun dipped below the horizon. Now, as a mom, I look forward to this time of year even more, as it offers the opportunity for extended evenings and slower mornings.
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.
As a child sleep consultant, I often hear from parents who are dealing with one of the most unsettling aspects of childhood sleep—night terrors. Watching your child experience a night terror can be overwhelming, but understanding what these episodes are and learning how to respond can truly be a light in the dark. My hope with this guide is to bring clarity, reassurance, and practical support to help you and your child navigate these challenging moments.
Daylight Savings Time starts next month on Sunday, November 3rd, and for many parents, this can feel like a daunting day. While setting back clocks may only take a moment, it often takes longer for our little ones to adjust to the new schedule. If it takes adults a week to feel normal again, it’s no surprise that children, who thrive on structured routines, experience the effects of the time change more intensely. So, how can you best handle the "fall back" transition?
The start of the new school year is around the corner and the number one thing kids need is a good night’s sleep. Here are 5 tips for parents to make sure kids are getting adequate and healthy sleep before all the learning begins. School may not be how we all imagined it would this year, but our kids still need great 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.
