Choosing a Sleep Training Method: 5 Things to Consider
Do you ever feel like you’ve tried one thing after the next to solve your child’s sleep issues only to end up even more frustrated and confused? You read about 17 different solutions, try each one on for size, then before you know it your child is just as confused as you are and still…
Read MoreToddler-Preschool: Is it Time to Drop the Nap?
I’ve had so many clients recently who come to me with 3/4 year olds who are not napping. “Is it time to drop the nap?” is the question I’ve heard almost daily over the past month or so. I believe there are a few reasons why this age range struggles, and if we put it…
Read MoreKeeping Your Baby Comfortable for Successful Sleep
A common question clients ask me is, “What is the best temperature for my baby’s room at night/naptime, and what should he wear?” Try to keep the room temp between 68-70 degrees. Many video monitors on the market will provide this information on the parent device which makes it easy to regulate it! If…
Read MoreDaylight Savings Time Begins in 3 days…Are You Ready?
Daylight Savings Time begins this weekend! Sunday at 2AM move your clocks up one hour. Many parents fear the worst, but actually this one isn’t all that bad. Think about it…if your child normally wakes up at 7am, this will be the new 8am…woohoo! The kicker is that in order to keep her on a…
Read MoreA Few of My Favorite (Sleepy) Things
When it comes to sleep training and encouraging healthy sleep habits in general, there are a few tricks of the trade that make the process easier. These aren’t necessities, but will aid your child in falling asleep easier and staying asleep longer 90% of the time. Below you’ll find a few of my most favorite…
Read MorePotty Training Strategies for Success
Potty training. Ugh. Is that what you’re thinking? Does it exhaust you and make you clench your fists just thinking about it? Take a deep breath. Relax. Allow yourself to see it for what it is – part of helping your child gain independence, giving her room to learn about how her body works, and…
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