When I became a child sleep consultant, I started to not only pay attention to products that help children sleep better, but also to those that might positively influence the way adults sleep. After all, it does a parent no good if their baby or toddler is sleeping great, but they continue to have an uncomfortable night’s sleep. Many parents … Read More
Setting Up a More Soundproof Home
Living in a small home or an old home with thin walls can make containing noise a challenge. Maybe you have young kids, a feisty dog, a musician in the house, or a baby that needs a nap twice a day. Whatever the case, achieving peace and quiet may be the key to everyone’s sanity, especially for anyone who … Read More
Can Your Child Sleep Through Fireworks?
The 4th of July is tons of fun, but when you are a parent of a baby, every little firecracker might make you worry that your baby will be up all night. If you have a toddler, they may begin to exhibit fears of fireworks and the dark. Here are some tips to keep your kiddos sleeping well through July … Read More
Getting a Baby or Child Sleep at Daycare
Many parents send their children to daycare each day. These caregivers are responsible for keeping your child safe throughout the day and perform a myriad of tasks for your child. One of the things daycares are responsible for are getting your baby or child to sleep for naps. Some parents report that their children sleep better at daycare than they … Read More
Mother’s Day Sleep Special
What Does Mom Want for Mother’s Day? Sleep! Strong Little Sleepers is offering a special Mother’s Day Sleep Package to tired mamas and families for one week only! Purchase a 3 day email package and receive a 30 minute phone call for free! $157 value for $97! Packages must be purchased by May 15, 2015 and must be used by … Read More
Sleepless With a Baby: Five Newborn Sleep Myths
Have you ever heard or participated in this type of conversation? Mom 1: I am so tired. My baby was up 4 times last night and my husband slept through it all. Mom 2: Oh that sucks. Our baby has been sleeping through the night since she was 3 weeks old. You should just let her cry. It’s hard, but … Read More
Spring Forward With Ease During Daylight Saving Time
We spring forward on March 8 at 2:00 am. During this time change, we technically lose an hour of sleep, but for families of little ones, it’s mind over matter because our children will be getting up an hour later on the clock. If you’re a parent, this is a win! Time changes can cause parents to stress that it … Read More
Make the Most of Your Child’s Sleep Routine
When I conduct a sleep consultation with a family, we look at many different factors that can be affecting a child’s sleep. We look at schedules, environment, diet, and routine. One of the most common questions I am asked by parents is, “What’s the best routine to follow for naps and bedtime?” Many parents struggle with creating a sleep … Read More
Getting Better Sleep in 2015
January is the month of resolutions. I tend to wait a few weeks into the New Year before making my resolutions because I find I have a better chance of keeping them when I do this. In thinking about the changes I would like to make, I know that there are some in the health department. If your resolutions also … Read More
Minted Holiday Cards!
I know we usually talk sleep on the blog, but since so many of you are busy moms like myself, I wanted to share a bit about a great experience I had making my holiday cards this year. I was so excited to make some new holiday cards this year after I saw the amazing photographs that our photographer took … Read More