Extinction Bursts in Sleep Training: What They Are, When They Happen, and How to Handle Them

Summer is here, and that means it’s time to start planning all the fun and adventurous outings with our families—yay! While I’m not much of a camper myself, I work with many families who love to camp and often come to me afterward because sleep has gone off the rails. It can take anywhere from a few days to two weeks to get things back on track—but it doesn’t have to be that way.   If you’re heading into the great outdoors and want to keep your little one’s sleep intact, here

Sleep Success Story: How One Twin Mom Transformed Her Family’s Sleep Routine with Expert Help

As a sleep coach, I often hear parents ask: "How much crying is too much crying when it comes to sleep training?" It's a question that’s loaded with concern. Most parents wonder how long it’s okay to let their baby cry before it becomes harmful. I get it—seeing your little one upset is never easy. But let me reassure you: there’s no magic number for crying during sleep training, and no, it won’t cause long-term harm. Sleep training can be a big change for both you and your ba

Sleep Success Story: From Endless Rocking to Restful Nights

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.

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

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

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

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

Swaddling your baby for the first few months (or weeks) can be comforting to your baby, as the tightness of the swaddle mimics the coziness of the mother's womb. There will come a time that you need to transition your baby from this cozy swaddle. Of course any transition or change can be daunting and scary, but with change comes the good too. Adapting to the change of eliminating the swaddle can be hard for parents and baby, especially when it comes to disrupting sleep, but

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, reflux (AKA GERD) is the involuntary regurgitation of stomach contents (sometimes including stomach acid) into the esophagus. The ability of the human body to move stomach contents into the esophagus is completely normal AS A PROTECTION mechanism. However, ongoing, and repeated regurgitation is far from normal. Regurgitation always happens for