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.
One of the most frustrating sleep myths out there is parents hearing they should sacrifice sleep for several years once their baby is born. Sleep deprivation is a serious problem and not a badge of honor. How is sacrificing your health and mood something that should be done for several years? And, if you’re exhausted from a broken night’s sleep, your child must be feeling it too.
Teething gets blamed for it all. Fussy baby? It’s probably teething. Your baby is drooling a lot, his hands are always in his mouth and his cheeks are red. Yup, teething. He wakes up multiple times a night. Could be teething. Let’s debunk a few myths about teething and learn how and why you can have a baby that sleeps well and has teeth.
