Infant Sleep
When it comes to sleep training, the end goal is a child who can self-soothe and thus, move independently through sleep cycles. While the Sleep Wise method utilizes a variety of proven sleep training techniques to help your child learn independent s...
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Infant Sleep
During a recent visit to an elementary school to talk about healthy sleep habits, the topic of melatonin came up. At the time, I wasn't talking about the melatonin gummies sold in appealing containers in stores everywhere. I was talking about how ou...
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Infant Sleep
Sometimes it can feel that we, as parents, take extreme measures to help our babies sleep. Blacking out the nursery on a quest for utter darkness may feel extreme, but it is one of the most effective ways to make sure a baby naps well and sleeps th...
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Nutrition, Behavior & More
We all look forward to a summer filled with vacations and day trips. Breastfeeding a baby during a busy, fun-filled summer, however, may have some challenges. Here are some tips to help you with nursing your little one through a busy summer. 1....
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Nutrition, Behavior & More
Did you know that what your toddler eats directly impacts their sleep quality? And we’re not just talking about avoiding sugar before bed. Nutrition plays a powerful role in how easily your child falls asleep, stays asleep, and...
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Nutrition, Behavior & More
Did you know that what your toddler eats directly impacts their sleep quality? And we’re not just talking about avoiding sugar before bed. Nutrition plays a powerful role in how easily your child falls asleep, stays asleep, and...
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Infant Sleep
As parents, winter often raises a big question: How do I dress my baby for sleep so they stay warm, but safe? Dressing babies overnight in colder months can feel confusing, especially when temperatures drop and the instinct is to bundle th...
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Infant Sleep
If you've ever headed off to Dr. Google (or even your real life pediatrician!) with the complaint "My child won't sleep!" then you've most likely been introduced to the idea of a baby bedtime routine. Not all bedtime routines are created equal, h...
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Infant Sleep
When it comes to helping your baby or child sleep well, few things are as important as darkness. That’s because light (even the smallest bit!) sends a message to the brain that it’s time to wake up. In contrast, a dark environment tel...
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Toddler Sleep
Understanding The Difference Nightmares and night terrors are both unsettling nighttime events — but they’re different in causes, timing, and experience. Knowing which your child is experiencing helps you respond the right way and reduce...
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Infant Sleep
Daylight Savings fall back baby sleep tips are essential because the time change can shake up even the best routines. If you’ve worked hard to get your baby or toddler sleeping well, the “fall back” shift may feel stressful. In this post, y...
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Infant Sleep
As your little one transitions from a sleepy little newborn, to a more alert infant, you might be wondering about wake windows, schedules, and the 4-month regression. We’ve got you covered!Between 16 and 20 weeks, your baby will go through a true...
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Infant Sleep
Generally considered an "ideal age" for sleep training, 6 month olds are typically at a healthy weight to sleep through the night, are eating some solids, and moving towards set nap times and bedtime. Because of these factors, this is a very common...
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Infant Sleep
When it comes to your 5 month old, sleep can be a bit of a mixed bag. On the one hand, the 4 month sleep regression is in the rear view mirror. On the other hand, as you approach 6 months, many parents find themselves with a schedule on the verge of...
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Infant Sleep
In nearly a decade of helping families with sleep training, one topic remains universally known, yet often confusing: safe sleep. It’s hard—your baby wants constant holding, an older sibling needs attention, and you’re exhausted. On top of...
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Infant Sleep
At 8 months old your baby is no longer the newborn you brought home from the hospital! I remember my daughter at this age starting to crawl, learning to clap and beginning to babble. It was an exciting time watching her grow, yet we also found ourse...
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Infant Sleep
It is not uncommon for us to hear from families around their child's second birthday. They are often wondering what has happened to their toddler’s sleep. Sleep issues and nap resistance are cropping up where they haven't before. This is because o...
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