Parents, it’s time to get our kids ready to go back to school. The past several months may have thrown us for a loop, but I’ve got a simple, easy-to-follow plan to get you and your family back on track and ready for the school routine.
Spring Break Sleep Tips for Kids
Enjoy a stress-free spring break with your kids without sacrificing their sleep routines. Sleep Consultant Katie Guigere shares expert tips on maintaining healthy sleep habits, adjusting bedtimes, and packing essentials for restful nights. Perfect for families seeking a balance between fun and rest!
Early Riser? Take Advantage of the Spring Time Change to Help Your Child Sleep Later
Discover how Daylight Saving Time 2024 can be a turning point for parents with early-rising children. Our blog details two practical, natural methods to adjust your child's wake-up time. Learn how incremental shifts and smart scheduling can ease your family into a routine where mornings start later, bringing more rest for your child and less stress for you. Ideal for those looking for straightforward solutions to early mornings, this post offers clear, actionable advice for a smoother adjustment to the time change.
Why Helping Your Child to Sleep Well Will Improve Your Relationship
Why Is My Baby Suddenly Waking Up Overnight?
Are the Holidays a Good Time to Sleep Train?
How to Handle When Your Parents Don't Agree With You Sleep Training Your Child
Today, I want to share some insights and tips for a situation that many parents face: what to do when your parents or in-laws don't approve of your choice to sleep train your baby. It’s more common than you think! It's essential to understand that different generations and cultures often have diverse approaches to handling sleep. These differences can lead to tension and disagreements when it comes to sleep training.
Is it Ever Too Late to Sleep Train?
As a pediatric sleep consultant, one question I often encounter is, "Is it too late to sleep train?" It's a question that carries a touch of concern and worry, especially when it comes from a mom with an older baby, toddler, or even a preschooler. The fear that they might have missed the window for sleep training is a common one. So, let's debunk this myth and explore the possibilities.
Why Does My Child Still Cry at Bedtime After Being Sleep Trained?
I want to dive into a common question that pops up as we guide families through the sleep training journey. It's a question born from curiosity, sometimes tinged with concern, but it often goes like this: "My child starts crying when bedtime rolls around. Are they unhappy with their room? Do they despise bedtime? And, most importantly, will this crying ever end?" I'm here to tell you, it usually won't last forever, and here's why.
Back to School Sleep Tips
Can you believe it's that time already? Back to school season is upon us, and while I'm personally excited for this new chapter, I know it can bring a whirlwind of emotions and changes, especially when it comes to our little ones' sleep schedules. I'm here to share some tried-and-true tips to help us moms make this transition as smooth as possible. After all, getting our kiddos back on track with an earlier sleep routine is a game-changer, right?
A Sleep Consultant's Review of the SlumberPod®
3 Tips for Keeping Your Toddler in Their Bed
Why Consistency is so Important During Sleep Training
Are Sleep Consultants Worth It?
You are probably wondering if hiring a sleep consultant is really worth it. Asking yourself if it’s really beneficial or if you can just tackle sleep training on your own.
A sleep consultant offers you expert guidance and support every step of the way and will create a plan that works for YOUR family.
When Can I Expect My Baby to Sleep Through the Night?
This is a common question that parents have. And while the short answer is when your baby is between 12-15 pounds or double their birth weight, there is more to it than that. At Kelly Murray Sleep, we look to establish the sleep equation to set babies up for sleeping through the night once they are ready. Read on for the four things that make up the sleep equation.
Is There a Sleep Regression at Two Years Old
The short answer is…yes. The two year sleep regression can cause your toddler to take a long time to fall asleep, wake in the night, wake early in the morning, interrupt naps or a combination of these things. In this blog, Sleep Consultant, Katie Giguere shares the many reasons for why the two year sleep regression occurs.
Creating a DARK Room For Sleep
A Sleep Consultant's Review of Zenimal
We love meditation to help children relax before bed but the problem is most devices that play meditations have lights (a.k.a. not good for sleep). This is why I was so intrigued to try out Zenimal - a kid-freindly meditation device that does not have any lights! This blog is my personal review of the product based on my own experience with it.
