There is nothing more that fuels me than learning that a doctor has recommended melatonin for a child instead of first looking into what might be causing the sleep issue. Yes, there are certainly situations where melatonin may be appropriate, but I find that some physicians are quick to prescribe it or put a Band-Aid on the issue instead of asking what is actually causing the problem in the first place. In fact let me give you a personal example of what one doctor recommended

Learn why you shouldn't just focus on the amount of hours your baby sleeps because the quality of the sleep is just as important.

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

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

The time has come. Moving your toddler to a “big bed” is an important, yet scary, milestone. Some children transition with no issues, and others reject the idea or constantly come out of their bedroom at night which is disruptive to their sleep and yours. I’m here to guide you through the transition by explaining: - How to recognize when to make the move? - How to prepare for the transition? - What the most common sleep trouble I see when parents attempt the t

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 y

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, or if it’s even a good idea. Some parents wonder if it will disrupt sleep training efforts or if it will make it difficult for your child to self soothe on their own. Good news — when your child is old enough to have a security object, there’s no need to avoid a lovey. My three children with lovies in hand When your child is ready (and when

Learn about when and how to transition your little one from a crib to a toddler (big bed).

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SLEEP REGRESSIONS, almost everyone will deal with them as a parent. I am a sleep consultant and even I had to deal with them too. They are part of normal development. However most new parents never heard this term until their baby who was once sleeping through the night is now waking up every two hours or more at night. If you’re a sleep-deprived parent scratching your head about why in the world your baby is suddenly reverting back to newborn-like sleep patterns, chances

Out of all of the nap transitions, the 2 -1 seems to be the hardest for most parents. Learn how to transition your child smoothly.

The only thing that is constant is change, this applies to sleep too. Your little one's sleep is constantly changing and will continue to do so dramatically for the first 18 - 24 months of his life. As a sleep coach, I am often asked how much sleep a baby really need per night, and how many naps a baby should be taking each day. The truth is that baby sleep needs vary based on age, and change fairly often. However, you may be surprised to learn that the total number of hours