Sleep Training
Wake Windows by Age: From Newborns to Toddlers
Babies don’t come with instructions, but knowing how long they should be awake in between sleep periods is valuable insight every parent needs to know. If you get the wake windows right, your baby will: Fall asleep faster Not get overtired Sleep longer Get on a healthy schedule sooner Understanding wake…
Read MoreHow to make a baby sleep at night
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 MoreA Healthy “Sleep Tank” = A Happy Summer!
Summer is quickly approaching and our kids will soon be getting fresh air, sunshine, and the freedom to work their wiggles out. Yay! Sleep is usually not a huge issue during the summer months if we can keep their “sleep tanks” full. By this, I mean we need to be watchful and aware of how…
Read MoreWhite Noise for Healthy Sleep: Your Questions Answered!
A common concern for parents is the safety and efficacy of the white noise machine. What’s it all about? Is it helpful? Is it addictive? When should we turn it on/off? Which one is best? How loud should it be? When our first baby was born I wrestled with these questions, too. Through research, my…
Read MoreHealthy Sleep Through the Holidays
It’s hard to believe Thanksgiving is approaching so quickly, isn’t it? The holiday season is upon us, and as a parent it’s almost impossible not to get anxious about what’s to come of our children’s sleep. We work so hard to keep them on track, protect their naps, get them to bed on time…what will…
Read MoreIs She Too Hot or Too Cold? How to Ensure your Child is Sleeping Comfortably
Now that the colder months are upon us, a question many parents ask is, “What temperature is best for a sleeping baby? And what should she wear?” Being overheated or too chilly can definitely affect sleep quality, and with SIDS warnings we need to be very careful about our babies’ sleep environments. The best…
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