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.
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.
Four years ago, when the world shut down and our kids didn’t have to be up for school, I decided to push bedtime a bit later. It was so nice to be able to enjoy some daylight after dinner. Both of my kids, who were then 4 and 7 years old, started sleeping in just a tad later. It was glorious to have longer evenings and later mornings. Now it’s something I do every summer. Let me go over how to make this happen.
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.
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.
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.
Parenthood is a journey filled with all kinds of joyful moments, but it’s not without its challenges, especially during the toddler and preschool years. One common hurdle many parents face is managing their toddler's fears and nighttime anxiety. As a sleep consultant passionate about supporting families, I understand the impact these challenges can have on both parents and toddlers alike. In this blog, we'll explore the reasons behind toddler fears, share effective strategies for managing nighttime anxiety, and help you create a peaceful sleep environment for your little one.
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?
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.
