Babies sure can be finicky about where they like to sleep. How many parents do you know who have gotten up in the middle of thew night to drive their little one around until they finally fall asleep in their car seat, only to wake up again the moment they’re laid in the crib? Today, I’ve got some tips for … Read More
How Long Will it Take?
When it comes to sleep training, as with so many other skill sets, some babies seem naturally adept and others… well, not so much. But that doesn’t mean that they’re unable to learn. Today, I’m talking about some of the differences between babies and how to account for them when you’re teaching them great sleep skills. If your baby, … Read More
Should I Intervene if Baby Looks Uncomfortable?
So… you’ve started sleep training, your baby is learning to fall asleep independently, and the light at the end of the tunnel is coming into view. Just one problem. Baby keeps getting himself into all kinds of funny positions while he’s sleeping, and you’re not sure if you should readjust him for fear that you’ll wake him up. It’s a … Read More
Switching From Three Naps to Two
At around six months, many babies are ready to transition to two naps during the day. But then again, many aren’t. And many are just in that tricky phase where they need two some days and three on others. Today, I’ve got some tips to help you determine whether it’s time to make the switch, and how to do it … Read More
Getting Dad Involved
We’ve come a long way since the days when Mom was expected to handle all the child-related responsibilities in the family, but there still seems to be an assumption in a lot of families I work with that she’s supposed to handle bedtime, as well as any nighttime wake-ups. Today, I’m talking about why having both parents dividing the nighttime … Read More
Handling Regressions in Your Child’s Sleep Habits
The relief that we feel when our little ones finally start sleeping through the night overwhelming for a lot of us. That’s why it’s so frustrating when, suddenly, they start regressing into their old habits again, and waking up in a fit several times a night. Take heart. Regressions are common in sleep training, and I’m here today to share … Read More
Interview with Dawn Dais
Hey everybody! We’re giving away some copies of Dawn Dais’ books, as well as some other fantastic prizes from today’s episode of The Sleep Sense Show, so leave a quick note in the comments section below if you’d like to enter!
How to Use the Swaddle
There’s something that never gets old about wrapping yourself up in a warm, fuzzy blanket. That feeling of warmth, security and comfort is welcome to people of all ages, but for newborns especially, swaddling can help keep them safe and secure in their crib, and is said to mimic the sensation of the womb. However, I’ve seen plenty of newborns … Read More
How To Avoid Overtiredness
As grown ups, we often associate fatigue and sleep. The more tired we are, the easier it is to fall asleep, right? Well, it’s not necessarily the case, and it’s actually quite the opposite in babies and toddlers. Overtiredness can lead to bursts of energy and playfulness, which can cause baby to have a terrible time getting to, and staying, … Read More
When Should I Stop Using Bottles?
Our little ones can get pretty attached to their bottles, and getting rid of them can be a bit of a struggle. How do you know when the time is right to stop using them? I’ll discuss it on this week’s video. If your baby, infant or toddler is having trouble sleeping through the night, help is just a click … Read More