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Practical tips, expert advice, and real stories to help you feel confident — one nap at a time.
Sleep Schedules


The 10-12 Month Sleep Regression (And Why It’s NOT Time to Drop to One Nap Yet)
Learn about the 10-12 month sleep regression and how you can tackle it to get life back to normal for you and your baby.
Desiree Baird
Jan 22, 20254 min read


Mastering the Midnight Wake: Understanding and Overcoming Split Night Sleep with Your Baby
As a parent, sleepless nights can feel overwhelming. If your baby's sleep patterns have become a frustrating puzzle, you might be dealing with sleep phenomenon called a “split night.” This occurs when your baby wakes in the middle of the night (typically between 3 - 5 hours after bedtime) full of energy while you desperately crave rest. Keep on reading to learn what causes split nights, how it affects both baby and parent, and practical strategies to resolve these unwanted wa
Desiree Baird
Oct 30, 20244 min read


Clocks Fall Back on November 3: Tips to Keep Your Little One Snoozing
Hey, parents! As we get ready to turn our clocks back on November 3, many of us might be dreading those early morning wake-ups from our kiddos. But don’t worry! Here are some friendly tips to help tackle the time change and keep your little one snoozing: 1. Ease into It: Start shifting your child’s bedtime by 10-15 minutes earlier a few days before the change. This gentle nudge can make the transition smoother! 2. Set Up a Cozy Bedtime Routine: Create a relaxing pre-bedtime r
Desiree Baird
Oct 17, 20242 min read


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 or nursing them back to sleep. Sound familiar? If so, you’re definitely not alone! Many new parents find the nighttime routine challenging, especially when it comes to those pesky wakings. But understanding why your baby is waking up—and how sleep training can help—might just be the relief you need for both you and your little one. Why Do Ba
Desiree Baird
Oct 1, 20243 min read


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 for your baby or toddler. As simple as it may sound, these routines play a vital role in promoting healthy sleep habits and ensuring your child gets the rest they need for optimal growth and development. Why Consistent Routines Matter Consistency is the cornerstone of a successful bedtime routine. When your baby or toddler knows what to expec
Desiree Baird
Jun 23, 20244 min read


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 on schedules, children thrive on schedules, and so do adults. If your child’s sleep schedule isn’t on point then you can experience issues like split nights, rejected naps, short naps, bedtime shenanigans (with toddlers), crying, and much more. Keep on reading to learn about when you should put your baby on a sleep schedule, and how to trou
Desiree Baird
Mar 27, 20245 min read


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 I expected, I need help --- fast!” The good news is that this is just a phase like anything else in life, but the bad news is that this nocturnal life can last up to 8 weeks. This nocturnal baby life is called day / night confusion and most babies are born with this because they were used to being in the womb and lulled to sleep during the
Desiree Baird
Sep 22, 20223 min read


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 using “wake windows” or a “set schedule" to improve your little one's sleep. This blog post is intended to help define what these terms mean, and how / when to use each when it comes to your baby' sleep while figuring out what's best for your little one. Wake window vs Set Schedule A wake window, also known as wake time, is the time from when
Desiree Baird
Jun 15, 20224 min read


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
Desiree Baird
Nov 2, 20212 min read


Everything you need to know about the 3 – 2 nap transition explained!
3 to 2 nap transition explained, baby sleep
Desiree Baird
May 24, 20215 min read
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