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Baby Talk, Big Kids, Toddlers
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

Toddlers

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When to Ditch the Bottle: A Supportive Guide for Tired Parents

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When to Ditch the Bottle: A Supportive Guide for Tired Parents


As a mom who's been through the ups and downs of babyhood, toddlerhood, and everything in between, I know firsthand how much you rely on that trusty bottle to get through the day (and sometimes night!). A common question as a sleep consultant is, “When should we start saying goodbye to the bottle?” It's a milestone that’s both exciting and a little daunting. But don’t worry—making this change doesn’t have to be stressful! With a little understanding of when and why to do it, you can help your little one transition smoothly while supporting their overall health and development.

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The Truth About Sleep Props: Do They Help or Hurt Your Baby's Sleep?

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The Truth About Sleep Props: Do They Help or Hurt Your Baby's Sleep?

The baby industry is loaded with sleep aids, from the latest swaddles and pacifiers to high-tech bassinets. In the world of sleep consulting, we often refer to these items as "sleep props," but you might also hear them called "crutches" or "sleep associations." But do these props actually contribute to better sleep, or could they be hindering it?

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Sleep Training: Deciding If It's Right for You

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Sleep Training: Deciding If It's Right for You

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.

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Why Sleep Training Didn't Work

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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?

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Will Melatonin Help My Child Sleep Through The Night?

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Will Melatonin Help My Child Sleep Through The Night?

If you’ve considered giving your kiddos melatonin gummies to solve bedtime battles and night wakings you are not alone. Unfortunately, it doesn’t eliminate night wakings and is a band-aid fix. Melatonin is also not recommended for most kids. Here is what you need to know about melatonin.


Sleep and Behavioral Issues in Toddlers: Unraveling the Mystery

Sleep and Behavioral Issues in Toddlers: Unraveling the Mystery

Ah, toddlers—the pint-sized bundles of energy and curiosity that keep us on our toes at all hours. While their antics can be charming and amusing during the day, the lack of quality sleep can turn them into tiny tyrants full of meltdowns and mischief. So, what's the deal with toddlers and sleep, and how does it impact their behavior? Let's discuss.

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Spring Travel & Sleep

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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.

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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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When and How to Transition to One Nap

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When and How to Transition to One Nap

Get of the details of transitioning your toddler to a one nap schedule. What are the signs your baby is ready? How do you make the change from 2 naps to 1?

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