It can be challenging to talk to extended family about your child’s sleep! But this conversation is so important because sleep is an essential building block for your child’s mental and physical health. There are likely to be topics that you disagree with your...
Car seats are the safest place for a baby to be while in the car. It is okay to let your baby sleep in the car– for short periods of time. They should be properly restrained in a car seat that’s been installed with appropriate positioning. I actually really like...
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that parents start introducing solid foods around 6 months. Solids should compliment, not replace, breastmilk and formula. However, if you have an infant who doesn’t sleep great, chances are a well-meaning...
Having children share a bedroom has its pros and cons. Some families don’t have a choice, but others do. Ideally children would be close in age if they are going to share a room. I always recommend that both children are sleeping through the night consistently before...
Every baby is different. You have probably heard this many times. Temperament can have a lot to do with how well a baby sleeps. Looking back at my children, I could have told you what kind of sleeper they were going to be on DAY ONE of each of their lives. My...
I would estimate about 75% of families that hire me for a sleep consultation have already tried making some changes and most of those parents have implemented some form of sleep training on their own. These parents often tell me, “I’ve tried...
