Sleep Blog

When my boys were younger, I always said my favorite time of the day was naptime. But it wasn’t unusual for me to get strange looks when I shared this with other moms! And I completely understand why! Naps can be frustrating. In fact, about 90% of the babies I work with struggle with...

How do you know when it’s time to say “Goodbye!” to the crib and “Hello!” to the big kid bed? This is a big step and it means your little one is getting older. I know as a parent, it was a big day when we finally decided to allow my boys to finally start sleeping in their very own big...

Being a new parent can be overwhelming! There is so much information to take in. So today, I want to help break down your little one’s sleep patterns, so you can have a better understanding of what to expect when it comes to newborn sleep. Newborn babies have different sleep patterns...

August is here already! The summer has flown by and it’s that time of year again…back to school. Some of your little ones may have already returned to school and others are gearing up to get back into the swing of things. For most parents, this time of year sends a sheer panic with all...

The toddler years are certainly challenging, and bedtime is no exception. From their seemingly endless reserves of energy to their resistance to sleep, getting little ones to settle down can feel like a daunting task. However, establishing boundaries is essential for both your child's...

It’s summertime, and for most families, that means a chance to go on vacation! But when you have a child who is struggling to sleep at home, it can be nerve-wracking to attempt a family vacation. We all know that traveling wears us out already, so traveling without a good night’s sleep...

School’s out for the summer! Which means…sleep look a little different right? Well, probably not! Your child’s sleep needs don’t exactly change even though the season changes. But with the summer season comes a few sleep challenges. So today, I want to talk a little bit about those sleep...

For new parents, navigating the world of infant sleep can feel like a never-ending puzzle. One crucial piece to this puzzle is understanding wake windows. Wake windows are the optimal windows of time a baby can comfortably stay awake before needing to rest again. By aligning your baby's...

1.The Right Bedtime The perfect bedtime routine starts with one simple thing…the right bedtime. Setting a time when you will begin your bedtime routine, regardless of what is going on in your daily schedule, can help your family start bedtime on the right foot.  So how do you know what...

Night after night, you take a deep breath, mentally prepare yourself, and head into battle… Because bedtime is far from a pleasant experience at your house. Your kiddo refuses to go to bed, and once they’re finally in their room and you think the battle is won, they refuse to go to sleep...

Many families who begin Sleep Training with me struggle with a common problem: Their munchkin has become accustomed to using a sleep prop in order to fall asleep. Night after night, they’re up and down with their little one. No one in the family is able to sleep for a decent stretch of...

One of the biggest pain points of almost every single family I work with is short naps. Naps are troublesome for some babies for tons of different reasons, and there are usually 10-15 reasons why your child might be having short naps. Today I’m going to focus on the THREE top tips that...

When was the last time you and your husband had a night to yourselves? Whether it's Valentine's Day, a special anniversary, a birthday celebration, or just a random Tuesday night - date nights are important! Every couple deserves (and needs!) time together without little ones in tow. ...

As your baby grows, it’s so exciting to see them learn new skills! At around 4-6 months, your baby will begin to learn a very important mobility skill: rolling over. Your baby will usually master rolling from tummy to back first, then around 6-7 months will learn how to roll from back to...

It’s the beginning of a brand new year. And I’m sure there are plenty of goals you want to achieve in 2023. Maybe you’re planning to head to the gym more often. Maybe you’re thinking about making a few changes to your diet. Maybe you’d like to spend more quality time as a family. And...

If you have school-age little ones, then you know that the Christmas/New Years break always seems to fly by. Before you know it, it’s that time again…back to school. The holidays are full of fun and festive reasons to veer away from your usual routine, so heading back to school after a...

The holidays are a hectic time of year. With so many things to do and people to see, it’s no wonder so many families struggle to get a good night's sleep with all the excitement. And if that wasn’t enough, many people travel out of town to see family during this time of year. With all of...

Who here hates Daylight Saving Time? Fingers crossed this is the last year we have to even talk about this… But unfortunately, we’re still “falling back” this year at 2:00 AM on Sunday, November 6. Every year I get a TON of questions asking for the best way to handle daylight savings...

Is your family going trick or treating this year? I know that years ago before my family was sleeping well, I dreaded late nights like Halloween night. I knew that winding down for bedtime would be nearly impossible after hours of running around the neighborhood in costume, eating candy,...

Spooky season is upon us, and with it comes scary movies, creepy decorations, and a lot of frightful fun. We love celebrating the Halloween season, but this time of the year can also create a lot of fuel for nightmares. So how can you make sure your whole family sleeps peacefully this...