Sleepy Times
a sleep blog
You’re in the middle of sleep training and something just isn’t working. “Maybe my baby just isn’t cut out for this,” you think to yourself. Not so fast! Before you throw in the towel, take a look at these measures of progress and adjustments to make when sleep training feels like it’s gone off the rails. Then see if there may just be one small thing you can do to get right back on track!
So you’ve decided to sleep train your baby after multiple long nights, weeks, or even months of sleepless nights. You’ve probably heard wonderful stories from friends and family about their experiences and would love that same experience — except you have something they don’t: anxiety.
Multiple questions might flood your mind: Are you able to sleep train and see results? (Spoiler: YES!) How will you get through this period? Will they just outgrow this on their own? What will others think?
Senior Sleep Consultant shares her top tips on how to go through the sleep training process starting from night one while working through the anxiety.
If you’ve researched sleep training, then you’ve probably seen it all — the good, the bad, and the ugly. There’s a lot of information to parse through and it can be difficult to get an accurate read on the real-life impact of sleep training for a child and family. As a mama who knows what it’s like to go from exhausted to seeing her child thrive from sleep training, Sleep Squad Consultant Stacey Mademann shares her first-hand knowledge on the subject using the latest research to help illustrate the positive impact of teaching your child this life skill.
One of the most important gifts you can give to your child is meeting them where they are developmentally. This means sometimes accepting that they require less sleep than, say, your friend whose kiddo sleeps 13 hours per night and takes 3 hour naps per day. Expectation setting is everything, especially when it comes to sleep and sleep training. Master Sleep Consultant Jade LiManni walks you through managing expectations with your child’s sleep, as well as determining what’s normal and healthy to see.
Is traveling a struggle for you when the kids come with? Sometimes travel can become a huge strain on sleep and hurt the good habits you've built. In this blog post, Senior Sleep Consultant McKenna Linford gives her top 4 great tips to help keep your kids on track with sleep, especially if you have multiple kids!
Many parents might be turned off by the bad reputation attachment parenting gets. But attachment and attunement can work together to build greater trust and confidence in your child, even when it comes to sleep!
If you've been needing a confidence boost to help your child develop more independence, read this guest post by Senior Sleep Consultant Meg Meadows.
Pacifiers can be a blessing and a curse. On the one hand, they can be soothing and even help to prevent SIDS during the first 6 months of a baby’s life. But on the other hand, they can wreak havoc on a child’s sleep — and that affects everything. Sleep Squad Consultant Stacey Mademann has the tips you need for recognizing when it’s time to get rid of the pacifier and the ways to make it happen.
Children’s imaginations can run wild — and for good reason! They’re starting to develop abstract thought. But when fantastical thoughts start to affect bedtime, you need a plan for how to help your child through it. Read this guest blog by Sleep Squad member Marian van Noppen for her tips on how to befriend the bedtime scaries.
This holiday season, don’t let these three items hold you back from keeping your child’s sleep in tact. This is your plan to go in prepared for whatever challenges you face this holiday season regarding travel, family, and room sharing, so you can ensure your child gets the sleep they need. Take a look inside!
Don’t you feel like one of the hardest things to do as a parent is to watch your child feel discomfort when they’re sick? It can be especially challenging, I know, when you’re in the midst of sleep training.
It’s a mixed bag of emotions — you want (and should) comfort your kiddo and help them heal, and at the same time, you also want them to maintain the independent sleep skills they have worked so hard to achieve.
Fortunately with a little guidance, you can treat your child while maintaining their healthy sleep habits — or at very least, set them up for success to continue those habits once the sickness has passed. Check out this blogpost for what I advise my clients to do when their child is under the weather.
Handling bedtime for multiples can be daunting. But handling bedtime for multiples when you’re flying solo for the weekend can be even more stressful. With her husband having to travel for work, Master Sleep Consultant Jade LiManni has learned how to navigate this process like a pro. She shares her tips and tricks in this blog post so you can, too!
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.
Naps can be challenging all on their own, but throw sleep training into the mix, and they can become a completely different beast. Allow me to explain the science behind what’s going on behind phenomenon, and explain some helpful tips to help turn your little one from a nap protestor to a nap enthusiast! (Or at least a nap taker!)
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.
