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 …
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. …
Are you dealing with short naps? Let’s talk about how crib hour can help turn things around and get your baby longer naps! Handling wakings in the middle of the night was hard when my daughter was little. But I have to say the the most make-or-break element of our days was whether or not …
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 …
Wondering when kids stop napping? Learn when kids stop napping and if it’s time to transition your little one out of their afternoon snooze. Like most parents, I looked forward to nap time each day! It was as an important reset for both me and my daughter. Settling into a consistent routine where you have …
Have you figured out an ideal nap routine for your baby yet? Make sure you’re doing these five things to help your baby nap consistently and get the rest they need! Many parents have a solid bedtime routine in place and know that it does wonders for their child’s nighttime sleep! But many people overlook …
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. …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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. …