Understanding Night Wakings: The Role of Sleep Training in Independent Sleep for Babies
It’s 2 a.m. and your little one has already been awake four times. You’re exhausted, at your wit’s end, and you finally give in, rocking...
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Desiree Baird
- Jun 23
- 4 min
The Power of Consistent Routines for Babies and Toddlers to Improve Sleep
Are you a parent looking for ways to help your little one get a good night's sleep? The key may lie in establishing consistent routines...
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Desiree Baird
- Mar 27
- 5 min
Sleep schedules: Why I feel they are important and how to establish one that works for your baby
Sleep schedules: you either love them or hate them. For your child’s health, and yours for that matter, they are necessary. Babies thrive...
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Desiree Baird
- May 5, 2023
- 3 min
Swaddle Transition: A step by step guide
Swaddling your baby for the first few months (or weeks) can be comforting to your baby, as the tightness of the swaddle mimics the...
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Desiree Baird
- Apr 10, 2023
- 4 min
Reflux: How it can affect your baby's sleep an what to do about it
You had a baby, and now you are hearing the word reflux often. What the heck is reflux and what does it mean? In its simplest form,...
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Desiree Baird
- Sep 27, 2022
- 4 min
How and When to Transition your Little One to a Big Bed
The time has come. Moving your toddler to a “big bed” is an important, yet scary, milestone. Some children transition with no issues, and...
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Desiree Baird
- Sep 22, 2022
- 3 min
How to resolve day / night confusion with your nocturnal newborn
You just had your first (or even third) baby, and he seems to be nocturnal like your cats. You think to yourself, “Yikes, this isn’t what...
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Desiree Baird
- Aug 15, 2022
- 3 min
OK to Wake clocks recommendations and how to implement it correctly with your toddler
You have a great sleeper, then suddenly something changes with your toddler. She begins to wake up very early in the morning and leaves...
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Desiree Baird
- Jun 15, 2022
- 4 min
Wake windows or a set schedule: What's best for your baby and why?
Whether you just had a baby, or if your baby is older and still struggling with sleep, you may have done some research and debated on...
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Desiree Baird
- Mar 1, 2022
- 3 min
How to successfully transition from the swaddle to sleep sack
Your baby started to roll on their side while sleeping. You know that it’s time to make a change. Nobody likes to change; however, for...
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Desiree Baird
- Nov 2, 2021
- 2 min
It's time to fall back: How to prepare your baby's schedule for the end of daylight saving
Two fail-proof approaches to adjusting your baby's schedule for the end of daylight saving
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Desiree Baird
- Jun 7, 2021
- 5 min
Guest blog: The Hidden Airway Epidemic by Jennifer Blunston, PhD, Cert. BBM, PTS
Does your baby or child snore or sleep with an open mouth? If so, they may not be getting the best quality sleep possible. Learn more.
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Desiree Baird
- May 24, 2021
- 5 min
Everything you need to know about the 3 – 2 nap transition explained!
3 to 2 nap transition explained, baby sleep
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Desiree Baird
- Apr 13, 2021
- 4 min
Troubleshooting Short Naps
If just mentioning the word “short” while talking about naps makes you stressed out, you are definitely not alone. When you feel like...
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Desiree Baird
- Oct 13, 2020
- 5 min
The Witching Hour: What is it, why does it occur and how to survive it?
The witching hour is the time of day that most parents dread. It comes at the end of the day when everyone in the house is tired,...
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Desiree Baird
- Oct 9, 2020
- 4 min
Daylight Savings: How to make the transition seamless for your baby
If you are like me, you used to LOVE getting that extra hour of sleep when daylight savings ended each year. But now that you have a baby...
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Desiree Baird
- Sep 8, 2020
- 3 min
The Importance of a Security Object (lovey) And How/When to Introduce One to Your Child
If you’re reading this, chances are you have some questions around if, when, and how to introduce a security object to your little one,...
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Desiree Baird
- Jun 19, 2020
- 4 min
When and How to Transition Your Little One from a Crib to a Toddler (big bed)
Learn about when and how to transition your little one from a crib to a toddler (big bed).
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Desiree Baird
- May 28, 2020
- 4 min
How to Get Dad's Support with Hiring a Sleep Coach
"Hiring Desiree was a great decision that helped our family overcome some serious sleep deprivation." - Matt Abrams
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Desiree Baird
- Apr 12, 2020
- 3 min
How & When to Wean Night Feeds
Struggling to wean your little one off of night feeds and fear that this is the only thing stopping you both from getting a full night’s...
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© 2019 by Desiree Baird, LLC
Pediatric Sleep Coach, Seattle WA
Desiree is an internationally certified infant and child sleep consultant working with children from newborn through to 5 years of age.
Desiree partners with you to achieve your sleep goals by curating an individualized sleep plan with daily support. Every baby and family is unique and there is no “one size fits all” solution.
Disclaimer
Desiree Baird, pediatric sleep coach/consultant, does not offer medical advice, services, or treatment to its clients. If you are concerned about a medical issue related to your child(ren) you are urged to contact your doctor or pediatrician immediately.
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