Depending on popular news outlets for your child sleep education information? You might want to think twice. Here we analyze an article running in the popular “Huffington Post” that offers some stunning opinions and myths posing as sleep truths. The Full Huffington Post Article Can Be Found Here: How do I get my infant to sleep
nap schedules
Tips on lengthening naps – under 4 months
The Question: Any tips on lengthening naps for an 11 week old who consistently wakes at the 45 minute mark and won’t continue nap? The Answer: Although it’s too early to start a rigorous form of sleep training and short naps are the norm for this age due to their sleep arousals or brief wakings
Sleep Basics
New teeth on the horizon? Approaching a milestone or nap transition? Don’t cringe, smile! These are signs of healthy growth and development! When you arm yourself with a little sleep knowledge and a hearty sleep training method you can sail through these developmental periods with nothing but new tooth smiles and high fives. Not
Sleep Shaping Tips 2-4 months
Quick tips to sleep shaping (2-4 months) Last week we focused on sleep shaping for newborns, once that initial foundation is set, here is what you can do when your baby is 2-4 months old to really get them ready for sleep training. The Crib Now that you have introduced the crib into your child’s
“My child just doesn’t need much sleep.” FALSE. Here is why
“My child just doesn’t need much sleep.” FALSE!! Babies, much like adults, can assimilate to all sorts of circumstances. Some assimilate more easily than others; i.e. some babies will display an even keeled temperament even when sleep deprived, just like some adults. Does that mean that they need less sleep? No. It just means they
The science behind your child’s sleep schedule
Recently we covered the specific sleep schedule your child should be on in order to maintain a state of being optimally well rested. Today we are discussing the science behind that schedule. There are specific times of day that your child should be sleeping and they are based on their circadian rhythms. You might be
Are there Specific times of day my child should be sleeping? YES!! Our Guide To Your Baby’s Sleep Schedule
Are there Specific times of day my child should be sleeping? Yes!! Here are your ideal sleep schedules for children ages 4 months – 5 years Yes! There are absolutely specific times of day that your child should be sleeping. While the frequency and relevance of these times will change as your child ages (and