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Let’s Navigate Sleep and Parenthood Together
Practical tips, expert advice, and real stories to help you feel confident — one nap at a time.
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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...
Desiree Baird
Aug 15, 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...
Desiree Baird
Jun 15, 20224 min read


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...
Desiree Baird
Mar 1, 20223 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


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.
Desiree Baird
Jun 7, 20215 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


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...
Desiree Baird
Apr 13, 20214 min read


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,...
Desiree Baird
Oct 13, 20205 min read


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...
Desiree Baird
Oct 9, 20204 min read


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,...
Desiree Baird
Sep 8, 20203 min read


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).
Desiree Baird
Jun 19, 20204 min read


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
Desiree Baird
May 28, 20204 min read


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...
Desiree Baird
Apr 12, 20203 min read


Benefits of White Noise for Babies’ Sleep
When babies are born, they face a whole new world. For a start, the life outside the womb is a much quieter place. According to research,...
Desiree Baird
Jan 27, 20204 min read


Got 99 problems and the pacifier is #1
Sigh…your little one just turned 2 (or maybe even 3) and your dentist/pediatrician has told you it is time to eliminate the pacifier. You...
Desiree Baird
Jan 3, 20204 min read


Must have products for newborn sleep
Believe it or not, there is very little that you need for your newborn to prepare for good sleep habits, but there are some essentials...
Desiree Baird
Nov 16, 20195 min read


Sleep Regressions: When They Happen & How to Handle Them
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...
Desiree Baird
Oct 6, 20195 min read


Sleep Tips for Summer Travel
Vacations are a time for rest, relaxation, and time well spent with family, but traveling can be far from relaxing if you are stressed...
Desiree Baird
Jun 18, 20193 min read


How to survive and “manage” the 2 to 1 nap transition
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.
Desiree Baird
May 7, 20194 min read


Everything you need to know about your baby/toddler's sleep needs (by age)
The only thing that is constant is change, this applies to sleep too. Your little one's sleep is constantly changing and will continue...
Desiree Baird
Apr 2, 20195 min read
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