Sleep is a critical part of the development of a healthy, well-rested baby. Sleep directly impacts brain development, digestive systems, immune systems, developmental milestones and so much more! In addition, sleep training is the process where babies and children learn to self-soothe and fall asleep independently. Sleep training is SO helpful for babies and exhausted moms. It is a myth … Read More
How To Manage A Toddler Resisting Bedtime
Does a toddler resisting bedtime sound familiar? Let me set the scene: you’ve made dinner and negotiated with your 3-year-old to take 5 bites in exchange for a cookie. Hustled through your sleep routine (which burns you more calories than a Cody Rigsby spin class). You let your toddler pick out another book, sign a lullaby, and line up their … Read More
Night Terrors vs Nightmares in Babies
Waking up to the sounds of a child screaming is a terrifying feeling. This is especially true when attempts to comfort your child are unsuccessful as they are unresponsive or inconsolable. This isn’t a nightmare; these are behaviors of a child during a night terror. Nightmares are disruptive or frightening dreams that cause sleep distress. Nightmares and night terrors are … Read More
Best Baby Sleep Products
Parenting is difficult no matter how you look at it- but it’s so much easier when you’re getting good sleep. Not only is sleep essential for being the best version of ourselves for our kids, but sleep is the most critical component of development, health, and growth for babies. Babies who sleep better, longer, and restoratively are happier, eat better, … Read More
How To Transition Baby To Solids
Starting your baby on solids is an exciting milestone! While it can be exciting, it can also be stressful and challenging for some parents. Parents go from offering breastmilk or formula to starting to incorporate foods, which involves trying to determine which foods to start with, offering the main allergen foods first and making sure your baby is learning how … Read More
Baby Sleep And Travel
Traveling with your family is all about making memories and creating new and amazing experiences. Traveling pre-kids is what we call a vacation. And traveling with kids is what we call a trip. Traveling with a baby requires patience, lots of snacks and extreme multi tasking skills. Traveling can also make an impact on baby’s sleep. A change in environment, … Read More
How To Dress A Baby For Sleep
Babies can sleep up to 18 hours a day (in a 24 hour period) within their first year of life. That’s a lot of sleep! It’s important to make sure that parents are choosing the right sleepwear to contribute to safe sleep and restorative sleep. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends to dress your baby in one additional layer from … Read More