Tender Transitions Blog
Tips And Expert Advice For
Teaching Independent Sleep Skills
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- All
- Baby Gear
- Baby Milestones
- Bedtime Routines
- Daycare
- Feeding Tips
- Health and Sleep
- Multiples and Siblings
- Naps
- Parenting Tips
- Sleep Coaching
- Sleep Training Tips
- Time Changes and Travel
Sleep Tips for Children with Special Needs
Being a new parent is exhausting and hard work, but absolutely worth it; even with the ever-changing challenges our kids throw at us. Just when you think you have one thing figured out, your child with reach another milestone, and new challenges will be thrown your way. Now imagine adding …
What About The Wonder Weeks? When to Start Sleep Training?
Did you have another long night with multiple wakeups? And did you wake up this morning determined to change things and start teaching your child independent sleep skills? Then your coffee starts to kick in and it’s easy to start making excuses. Maybe things aren’t so bad, you knew that …
Can You Have A Social Life After Sleep Training?
Does the thought of being tied to a schedule frustrate you? Does it feel restrictive? It can be hard to put aside fun to prioritize sleep. Can you still have a social life after sleep training? First off, a huge component of sleep training is consistency. It helps your child …
Keeping your Child’s Sleep on Track Over the Summer
Summer is here in Minnesota! And now that we’re getting to a place where we can get outdoors, travel, and do a lot more summer stuff that we couldn’t do last year, we’re going to appreciate it that much more. With this enthusiasm for summer and enjoying the warm evenings, …
5 Tips For Successful Sleepovers At The Grandparents
Can you imagine it? The house to yourself and your partner as your child sleeps over at the grandparent’s house. Delighted and stress-free? Or is this a nerve-racking scenario? I admit, the first time you leave your child overnight with someone else, it is a big deal. It means trusting …
Physical Activity and Your Child’s Sleep
Have you ever tried to mimic all your child’s movements for an hour? I lasted only 15 minutes! It’s amazing how active young children are and how obvious it is when they haven’t had the outlet to burn this energy. It affects not only their behavior but also their sleep. …
What to Do About Split Nights?
Is your child ready for a dance party in the middle of the night? Does your child wake at 3 am and acts like it’s morning? They’re full of energy and won’t respond to a quick comfort because they are ready for play… for hours! There are a couple of …
How Does Sleep Training Affect Infant-Parent Attachment?
Are you worried that sleep training will affect your parent-child attachment? You’re not alone. We’ve had parents ask us, “Will my child still love me? Will they feel ignored? Will they be mad at me in the morning?” Most of these fears stem from the belief that sleep training means …
What To Do When Baby Won’t Lie Down At Bedtime
Have you seen those hilarious photos of babies falling asleep in weird locations like lying half-way on a toy chest? Or sitting upright in their crib? And once your child learns to stand, the “fun” begins. It’s an exciting time, a huge milestone in your child’s life… except at bedtime. …
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