Sleepy Times
a sleep blog
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.
In this article, I explore one of the most frequently asked questions for my sleep Q&A: how do I know my baby is ready to move to a one nap schedule? I give you tips on how to handle the transition into a one nap schedule, what signs to look for so you know when your baby is ready, and go over how developmental milestones affect your baby’s sleep habits.
With the holidays upon us, I have received a ton of questions from clients this week about how they should handle those situations where they have no choice but to keep their kiddo up past their bedtime. We’ve all been there -- you want to participate in the fun but you’re not sure how to minimize the consequences. Today, I'm not only going to share my tips for surviving the night but also how to get your child back on track the next day.
I may be biased, but giving the gift of sleep is the best gift of all. When you give the gift of sleep, you are giving your loved ones the ability to feel, look, and perform at their best.
There is a good chance that someone on your holiday shopping list needs more sleep. According to a study by the CDC, 1 in 3 adults in America is not reaching the recommended 7 to 9 hours of sleep. The outlook is even more unfortunate for new parents. A study by Sleep Junkie discovered only 10% of new parents are sleeping 7+ hours a night.
Consider giving one of my favorite sleep-inducing products this year and you'll help to make the world a more well-rested and hence, happier place.
One of the most common questions I get from new parents is -- will a pacifier improve my baby's sleep? I know that I asked myself this same question when I was a new mom and to my dismay, neither one of my babies would take a pacifier no matter how hard I tried… And let me tell you, I tried.
I tried every brand, every shape, every type, every color and honestly, if someone had told me if I stood on my head and gave my baby a pacifier that they would be more likely to take it, I would've tried that too. But no such luck -- it just didn’t work for me.
Little did I know, the pacifier likely wasn't the answer to our sleep prayers, and actually it would have likely caused even more difficulties overnight.
If you google "Baby Sleep Advice," approximately 210,000,000 articles appear (yikes!). That certainly explains why so many mothers I talk to feel extremely confused on how to solve their children's sleep issues. I remember feeling the exact same way when my own son wasn't sleeping well, and I was looking for a solution. The advice I found while searching the internet was often just anecdotal and conflicting. My searches resulted in greater confusion and increased frustration.
Since you are reading this article, it would be safe to say that you can relate. To help ease your mind, I am going to put my training and experience to good use to squash some of the most popular sleep myths.
Happy New Year! I love turning the page on a new calendar year. It is a great time to reflect on what went well (and not so well) last year and set a list of new goals and intentions for the year ahead. If you are anything like me you have A LOT in store for this coming year, which can feel equal parts exhilarating and overwhelming.
The good news is that many of your goals can be accomplished by focusing on one thing. And, that one thing is - sleep!
“Pack” has always been a four-letter word in my book.
I am forever struggling with the former girl scout in me who likes to “always be prepared” and my desire to pack light in order to avoid the dreaded baggage claim.
Now that I have children the struggle is even more real. Especially when it comes to packing “all the things” needed to replicate their home sleep environment while we are away to help them catch their zzzs.
Because if they aren’t sleeping well, I am not sleeping well and that’s not fun for anyone.
To help ensure that “no lovey is left behind”, I have created a packing list that covers the essentials needed to create a comfy and cozy sleep environment for your children. It also includes some of my favorite travel-friendly sleep related products too!
Moving your toddler from a crib to a bed can be a very exciting time. Who doesn’t love picking out new bedroom furniture and bedding? I know I sure do! As exciting as this time may be, it is important that the transition is handled with care so that your toddler’s (and your) sleep isn’t negatively impacted. As as a sleep consultant, I talk to parents weekly who unknowingly rushed into the move and then find themselves dealing with bedtime battles and/or night wakings
Don’t worry! This milestone can be and will be a positive experience for your family if timed correctly. And, I want nothing more than for this to be a joyous occasion for your family. Today, I am going to share my “Big Kid Bed Readiness Checklist” so that you can make sure your kiddo is equipped to handle this big change.
You know just how important it is for your children to get enough sleep during the school year, both for your sanity and their ability to learn. Healthy sleep habits for school aged children have many benefits including:
Increased ability to cope with stress
Reduced irritability
Improved memory and concentration
Lessened risk of anxiety and depression
Improved motivation and problem solving abilities
Better relationships with others with peers, teachers and at home
If you’re worried about how you can get you children back on a healthy sleep schedule so they can shine like their brilliant selves when they get to class, I have a few tips for you!
It is Amazon Prime Day - Hip, Hip, Hooray! If you love good deals and sleeping, then you are in luck. I have searched the site for the best deals on all my favorite sleep-inducing products. I will continue to update the list for the next 36 hours so check back frequently! Happy shopping and sleeping. :)
As a new parent, chances are that you have heard about the dreaded 4 Month Sleep Regression from a friend or family member or maybe you are currently going through it (I’m sorry!) with your babe. The war stories usually sound like this….
“Up until around 16 weeks my baby would fall asleep peacefully in my arms while feeding and would wake up just a couple times to feed overnight and then would fall back to sleep quickly like a little angel baby. Once my baby hit the 4 month mark, sleep became his enemy. Now he is up every hour wanting to party and it takes FOREVER for him to fall back to sleep.”
Sound familiar? If you ever wondered why so many families share the same story, you are in luck. I am going to shed some light on this phenomenon as well as share some surefire ways to get through it without losing too much sleep.
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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.
As a working parent, balancing your child's sleep with a busy schedule can be challenging, especially with daycare in the mix. In this post, Master Pediatric Sleep Consultant Jade LiManni offers expert tips on managing your child's sleep, establishing a consistent bedtime routine, and optimizing overnight sleep. Learn how to work with caregivers and create a sleep-friendly environment that supports your child's healthy development, even when daytime routines are out of your control.
