Naps are a lifesaver for many a parent. There’s a real sense of accomplishment every time you manage to get your little one to sleep at just the right time, and he sleeps for a good solid hour and a half. And hey, let’s be honest, a little time to get things done without having to pay constant attention to … Read More
How to Deal With the Holidays
‘Tis the season for travel, family gatherings, social events, and all kinds of other wonderful events that can wreak havoc on your baby’s carefully planned sleep schedule. In today’s video, we discuss how you can help you little one stay on track over the holidays. If your baby, infant or toddler is having trouble sleeping through the night, … Read More
The Three Biggest Nap Time Mistakes
Good old nap time. The absolute queen of mixed blessings. When it all goes according to plan, you get a little downtime. (And what I mean by that, of course, is that you might get a little time to catch up on the millions of side duties that are outlined on the parenting job description.) But when it doesn’t, oh … Read More
Can I Part-Time Co-Sleep?
A lot of parents I talk to are hesitant to say goodbye to bed sharing entirely, and want to know if they can co-sleep with their little one for a few hours a night. Here’s why I think it sends a confusing message to your child. If your baby, infant or toddler is having trouble sleeping through the night, … Read More
The Three Most Common Toddler Sleep Problems
When you first find out you’re going to have a baby, your mind paints this adorable little picture of what it’s going to involve. For me, I think my brain drew most of its inspiration from a variety of 80s sitcoms. My little ones would have a minor crisis maybe once a week, my husband and I would sit them … Read More
What’s Your Mommy Superpower?
I was doing some running around a few weeks back and stopped for lunch at a fast food place. I’m not proud, but hey, I was hungry and in a rush. Don’t judge. Anyway, when I walked up to the counter, there was a mother and her five kids, and all of them had to be under the age of … Read More
How to Get Your Child Out of Your Bed
Right off the bat here, I just want to let you know that I’m not the kind of person to say, “I told you so.” So for anyone reading this who’s aware of my disdain for co-sleeping, I want to assure you that I’m not going to waste your time by telling you that life would be easier now if … Read More
Transitioning From a Crib to a Bed
Making the move from a crib to a “big-kid” bed is an exciting experience for a toddler. However, the novelty of the new surroundings can lead to your kids testing new boundaries and interruptions in your carefully established sleep schedule. Today, I’ve got some tips on when to make the transition, as well as some helpful advice on what to … Read More
How to Teach Your Child Table Manners
For many families these days, meals represent some of the only quality family time we can count on. Teaching your kids proper etiquette at the table can make the difference between a blissful hour of family togetherness, and an all-out prizefight. With that in mind, here are a few hints for ensuring your family meals provide you with opportunities to … Read More
When Can I Night Wean my Baby?
For many mothers, saying goodbye to the nighttime feeding can be a mixed blessing. It’s an intimate experience between mother and baby, and giving it up is one of the first markers that your child is actually growing up, which is bittersweet for a lot of us. However, it’s got to happen sooner or later, and when it does, you … Read More