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4 Tips for Successfully Sleep Training for Naps

Sleep training for naps can be so different than bedtime sleep training. See our top tips on how to tackle daytime sleep training. Nap time is sacred for parents. I don’t care how old your child is. We all look forward to nap time. And our babies and toddlers need their daytime sleep just as …

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Should You Swaddle for Naps? (A Guide to Day Time Swaddling)

The swaddle is a powerful sleep tool for newborns. But should you swaddle your baby for naps, too? Here’s what you should know about swaddling your newborn during the day. To swaddle or not to swaddle? That’s a great question! I’ll just tell you now: I am firmly in the pro-swaddle camp for newborn babies. …

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How to Smoothly Make the 4 to 3 Nap Transition

Wondering when and how to make the 4 to 3 nap transition with your baby? Check out this step-by-step post to see how to make this transition smooth for all! I always enjoyed making nap transitions when my daughter was a baby! Sure, the idea of messing with my baby’s sleep schedule brought on a …

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An Optimal 3 Year Old Schedule for Your Growing Toddler

Does your 3-year-old still nap? Whether or not they do, let me help you set a 3-year-old schedule that works best for both of you! The toddler stage is rewarding and challenging in its own unique ways! Gone are the days of night feedings, diaper changes, and guessing what your baby is thinking about it. …

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Sleep Begets Sleep (How Naps Impact your Baby’s Night)

Did you know your baby’s night sleep is often dependent on the quality of their day sleep? Your baby will sleep better at night if they’re getting the right amount of sleep at nap time. Let’s talk about why sleep begets sleep! As a Pediatric Sleep Consultant, one of most important pieces of sleep advice …

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5 Reasons Why Your Baby Only Naps 30 Minutes + How to Extend Short Naps

Short naps are extremely common for babies and equally as frustrating for parents. Learn why your baby only naps for 30 minutes and how to extend your baby’s nap beyond that 30-minute mark! We struggled with short naps for a long time before my daughter turned about 6 months old. I remember getting so frustrated …

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An Optimal 2 Year Old Sleep Schedule for Your Toddler

Get an idea of what kind of schedule your 2 year old would thrive on, including naps and overnight sleep with osur 2 year old sleep schedule samples! Two years old is such a fun stage! Your little baby is a full-on toddler now, walking, talking and pushing those boundaries like it’s their job (which …

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How to Introduce Quiet Time for Kids (And Toddlers)

Learn how to introduce quiet time for kids and toddlers to your child, no matter what age they are! Get our best quiet time tips as well as ideas for activities you can include in your child’s quiet time! If you’re anything like me, seeing the signs that your child might be getting ready to …

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When and How to Transition from Two Naps to One

As your baby grows and learns new skills, he’ll be able to stay awake longer and sleep less. See when it’s time to transition to one nap and how to make the transition to one nap smooth for the whole family! Sometime after your baby’s first birthday, he’ll be ready to transition to one nap. …

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