Sleep Training
Healthy 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…
Read MoreSleep Zzz Pillow Review
When I agreed to try the Sleep Zzz Pillow I had no idea what to expect. Which of my children would take ownership of it? Do I even want to introduce it to any of my already healthy, consistent sleepers? I couldn’t help but worry that throwing something like this into the mix could create…
Read MoreThe Pacifier: When and How to Help your Baby or Toddler Learn to Sleep Without it
Pacifiers can be a godsend for young babies who have a strong need to suck, but they can quickly become a sleep association that many parents come to despise. The constant sprint to replace them can be exhausting, and frustrating, and disruptive to everyone’s sleep! When is the best time to drop the pacifier, how…
Read MoreWake Up Your Baby: Why “Never Wake a Sleeping Baby” is an Old-School Trend
Is it ever ok to wake a baby? YESSSS!!!! “Never wake a sleeping baby” is so old-school. 🙂 Sometimes it’s necessary to shorten a sleep period on purpose in order to protect the next one. It’s a purposeful action that yields restorative, healthy sleep in the long run when done correctly! Here are some scenarios…
Read MoreKeeping Sleep Habits Healthy When Kids Get Sick
Has your child recently been sick? Is she better now, but still wakes at night for a feeding or climbs into your bed for extra snuggles to help her sleep? This is when bad habits start, and good sleepers begin expecting special treatment when they would otherwise be sleeping independently. What is a parent to…
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