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Spring Daylight Savings Schedule for Babies and Toddlers My 13-year-old asked me why we adjust our clocks for daylight savings. I explained the whole thing about Ben Franklin and farmers, planting and...
View ArticleSleep Regressions
Sleep regression has to be two of a parent’s least favorite words. And to be honest, I think they are overused. As a sleep consultant, I get asked about sleep regressions because parents want...
View ArticlePreparing to Bring Your Baby Home
I was 21 when my husband and I headed to the hospital to give birth to our first baby.I wanted to go unmedicated and breastfeed and knew how to do the breathing. I ended up being induced, not really...
View ArticleWhat To Do When Your Child Won’t Sleep
Sleep is a hot topic among baby moms but what happens after they’re 4, 5, 8, or 10 and they still don’t sleep? Getting enough restful sleep is crucial for kids overall health, academic performance,...
View Article6 Month Old Baby Takes Short Naps
There is nothing more discouraging than finally getting your baby in bed for a nap only to hear them crying 30 minutes later. Short naps can be a source of frustration for many parents, naps are one...
View ArticleSix Month Old Daily Schedule
You may have felt like you were in survival mode for the first 6-8 weeks then you kind of got your feet under you and then the 4 month sleep regression hit. You made it through that mess and now at 6...
View ArticleIs It Safe for Babies to Sleep on Their Stomach?
It’s always fun and exciting to watch your little baby grow and learn new things. But sometimes these new milestones come with questions and concerns. When your newborn starts fighting their swaddle...
View ArticleHow to Get Through the 4 Month Sleep Regression
I spoke to a mom on the phone who perfectly expressed what happens during the 4-month sleep regression. She said: “As a newborn he was sleeping 4-6 hour stretches! I felt like I was getting a handle...
View Article4 Month Old Daily Schedule
Your Baby’s Sleep Needs During the 4-Month Regression As a mom of 4 and a sleep consultant my opinion is that 12-16 weeks is one of the most difficult times in parenting. I like to call it the...
View ArticleTop 4-Month Baby Milestones: Tips from a Dallas Sleep Coach to Improve Sleep...
As a sleep consultant, I know that parents of four-month-old babies are navigating an exciting but sometimes difficult phase of life. As a mom of four it helped me to understand the milestones my...
View ArticleHow to Get My Baby to Sleep Through the Night: Chair Method vs. Ferber Method
One of my biggest pet peeves is that parents are expected to just limp through life until their baby finally sleeps. Exhaustion is a bi product of parenting to be sure however, why would we leave...
View ArticleThe Best Nursery: A Guide to Moving Your Baby into Their Room
Most parents start with baby in their room. Room sharing is highly recommended by me, as a sleep consultant, and the AAP to prevent SIDS. 90% of SIDS occurs in the first 6 months so it is recommended...
View ArticleStop Fighting About Bedtime with Your Toddler
There are few things worse than making it to the end of the day only to fight about bedtime with your mini-me or the miniature version of your partner. You’ve had a long day. You’re touched out,...
View ArticleHow to Make It Through the 2-Year Sleep Regression
Being a 2 year old isn’t easy, being the parent of a 2 year old is even harder. I love the meme that shows a toddler and says “What ails you my little free loader?” As your baby becomes a toddler...
View ArticleSleep and Infant Milestones: Crawling, Rolling, Sitting, and Walking
We all know sleep is good. It feels good, our bodies crave it. But do we know how good it is for our bodies? Sometimes, we get caught up in the “things are manageable” cycle. Getting by on minimum...
View ArticleTop 8 Safe Sleep Tips
There is SO much information out there on best sleep practices. I am certified in safe sleep through Safe Sleep Academy and Cribs for Kids. Sifting through the opinions can feel overwhelming, so I...
View ArticleToddler Sleep and Separation Anxiety
Your baby has been sleeping great, and life is good. Then one night, they woke up crying. You go check to make sure they’re okay. Nothing seems wrong, but they’re inconsolable, so you help them back...
View ArticleINFANT WAKE Windows
Wake Windows for Infants: Ages 3-6 Months A key factor in getting your baby to sleep well is managing their wake windows—the amount of time your baby stays awake between naps. Understanding wake...
View ArticleWhy Toddlers Fight Bedtime
All of my kids learned to be champion bedtime stallers. Bedtime stalling is a toddler’s big trick; it feels like a staple of toddlerhood. Bedtime struggles are common at this stage, and understanding...
View ArticleTips for Daylight Savings: Fall Back with Infants and Toddlers
I hate daylight savings. Like, with a passion. Some people like to pretend that “falling back” is better, but I maintain that those people don’t have kids waking them up at 5:30 am. They try to...
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