Sleepy Times
a sleep blog
The new AAP Safe Sleep Recommendations have some parents second guessing every move with their babies. That’s why I turned to the pediatrician I trust the most — my own children’s doctor, Dr. Payal Adhikari — to weigh in on the latest updates made to the guidelines. In this blog, read what Dr. Adhikari had to say and learn more about some of the most important updates made to the AAP Safe Sleep Recommendations.
If you’ve been holding back on sleep training because you’re worried you’ll have to drop night feedings, I’m here to quell your fears: You don’t have to drop them!
The key is teaching your baby to distinguish feeding as a separate act from sleeping. Check this blog post out to learn what it’s all about.
Maintaining your breastfeeding routine while sleep training is of the utmost importance, especially when you’ve worked so hard to achieve it. I’m here to ease your worries and let you know that yes, you can breastfeed while sleep training. Here are four tips to help you maintain your milk supply as your baby starts sleeping for longer stretches and you begin to move away from night feedings.
Browse the latest articles on sleep tips for babies, toddlers and big kids. Here are some of our latest posts…
Navigating your baby's sleep journey in their first year can feel like an emotional rollercoaster of sleepless nights and unpredictable naps. In this blog post, mom and pediatric sleep consultant Jade LiManni helps you understand key sleep milestones and what to expect at each stage, from newborn to their first birthday. In this blog, Jade explores common sleep patterns, how to tackle challenges like the 4-month sleep regression, and offers practical tips to help you and your baby get the rest you both need. Whether you're struggling with frequent wake-ups or simply want a smoother bedtime routine, this guide will give you the insights and support to make your baby’s sleep journey a bit easier.
Worried about the end of Daylight Savings Time throwing off your child's sleep schedule? You're not alone! As the clocks "fall back," many parents dread the earlier wake-ups and overtired kids that follow. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through practical strategies to smoothly transition your baby or toddler's sleep schedule with minimal disruptions. Whether you have a newborn on wake windows or a toddler with a set routine, these tips will help you adjust their schedule and avoid those dreaded 5 AM wake-ups. Read on to help your little one sleep soundly through the time change!
Sleep training can stir up a lot of mom guilt, but it doesn’t have to. In this blog, Senior Sleep Consultant Natalie Myre Hart explains how shifting your mindset can help you see sleep training as a gift to your baby — empowering them with lifelong independent sleep skills. Discover expert advice and supportive tips to make the journey easier for both you and your child.
