The Wrong Way to Put Your Child to Sleep

By now, I’m sure we all know that there are a lot of different “right ways” to do just about anything where parenting is concerned. Techniques that some parents use to get their kids to eat their vegetables may work beautifully for them, but not so effectively for other moms. Ditto for preventing tantrums, taking baths, putting on PJs, and … Read More

What to do When Your Child Won’t Eat

There aren’t many parenting challenges that cause more concern, conflict, and sheer frustration than a child who won’t eat. Attempts to balance your youngster’s need for proper nutrition with their finicky tastes can drive you to the brink of insanity. Take heart! Today’s video has some straightforward, effective tips to help end the battle at the dinner table.

Did Having Kids Ruin Your Life?

What a question, right? All right, maybe that’s a little harsh. Let me rephrase that as, “Were you happier before you had kids?” It’s a question you hardly ever hear, and for good reason. I think a lot of people would respond pretty defensively if they were asked that by a friend or family member, because what it sounds like … Read More

Is Melatonin Safe For Your Children?

How many nights did I spend trying to rock, sing or otherwise soothe my fist-born to sleep, thinking to myself, “If only there was some magic pill I could give him.” Obviously, the “magic” part of that statement was the key component, since we’re all rational enough not to slip our kids a Benadryl in order to sedate them. In … Read More

Why Won’t my Baby Take Longer Naps?

For many parents, training their kids to sleep through the night comes fairly easily. But when it comes to putting them down for daytime naps, it can be a different story altogether. Today, I discuss what causes the natural resistance to daytime sleep, as well as how to overcome it. Also, if you’re looking for a complete, step-by-step guide that … Read More

Three Biggest Bedtime Mistakes

When it comes to establishing an effective sleep routine, there are any number of variables that may need to be manipulated in order to get your particular child into the groove. But when you pull the camera back and look at kids in general, there are three specific things that I see parents doing that are, without a doubt, the … Read More

Should Kids Watch TV Before Bed?

Sitting in front of the TV before bed happens in a lot of homes. Is this good for your kids though? Find out more in this video chat. Click video to watch.  Also, if you’re looking for a complete, step-by-step guide that will help you get your child sleeping 11+ hours a night you can check out The Sleep Sense … Read More

Baby Sleep “Shortcuts” That Actually Work!

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Parents are always asking me if there are any “secrets” or “hacks” or “shortcuts” to getting a baby sleeping through the night.   And while the REAL “secret” to getting a baby sleeping through the night is picking a proven plan sticking to it, the truth is that there ARE a few “shortcuts” that can make a real difference!   … Read More

Is My Child a Bully?

How horrifying is the proposition? The mere thought that your child could be getting routinely tormented by one of their classmates brings up the worst feelings of sadness, vulnerability and anger. But what if the shoe is on the other foot? What if your child is the one doing the bullying? To me, that seems significantly worse. After all, if … Read More