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Adjusting Baby’s Sleep Schedule With The Time Change
We’re gaining an hour of sleep! If only our babies were on board with this idea. Instead of the usual 6 am wake-up, you may find yourself up at 5 am! The end of daylight saving time means an adjustment to your baby’s sleep schedule is needed. So, how can we make this transition easier …
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Tips For Overcoming Jet Lag With Your Baby
Traveling across several time zones is exhausting as an adult, never mind having a baby in tow. However, it isn’t impossible and I’d like to salute all parents who have the courage and determination to travel with a little one. One of the biggest battles with travel is dealing with your baby’s jet lag. Just …
Finding Purpose In The Struggles Of Motherhood
Meet Brookelynn… A mom of two, who is honest and forthright about the hardships and struggles of being a new mom. Motherhood isn’t all Instagram worthy photos or coffee dates with friends, it’s hard, it’s messy and it can be lonely. I had the honor working with Brookelynn and her family after her first daughter …
10 Tips For Juggling Bedtime Routines
Introducing your new baby to their siblings is a precious moment. The older siblings have been waiting for a “long time” for the baby to finally come out of your belly. The sparkle in their eyes is heartwarming. But how is your older child going to react after the initial excitement? Are they going to …
3 Common Myths About Sleep Training
Quality sleep is one of the cornerstones of healthy living. It improves your productivity, focus, and patience. So, when I hear objections based on myths about sleep training, I am driven to correct them. As a parent, I am sure you’ve heard, “they’re only little once, enjoy this time”, or “You’re not sleeping… what did …
How Developmental Milestones Affect Sleep
As a sleep coach, I am honored to work with many different families and one thing that I’ve learned is that all babies are unique and reach milestones at their own time. When our baby reaches the next developmental milestone, it’s common to tell the grandparents, the aunts, the cousins, and the moms at the …
When Can I Wean At Night?
Feeding your baby, whether it’s breastfeeding or bottle-feeding, is a beautiful and amazing bonding experience, but at some point, it’s time to be done with this bonding in the middle of the night so your baby can get the solid sleep they need. At what point should you wean at night? Quick Answer – If …
Can You Co-Sleep And Sleep Train?
When we first meet our baby, our instinct is to stay as close as we can. They are so small and defenseless. We desire to be in contact with them as much as possible and our babies love this attention and protection. Often this desire to protect extends to nighttime as well, so we take …
Is Melatonin Safe for Kids?
Melatonin is recommended by homeopathic experts as a safe, natural way to improve sleep, in other words, a sleeping aid. And in a lot of ways, that’s true, but there’s a whole lot more to understand about it before you or your child use it. So is it safe or even beneficial for kids? We …
