When we customize a sleep plan for a family, we always give recommendations for the timing of bedtime. In many cases, we ask parents to put their child to bed earlier. Why? Wouldn’t an earlier bedtime cause them to wake up super early in the morning? Won’t it confuse them if they are crawling into bed before the sun is … Read More
The Hidden Reason Your Child Can’t Sleep
Getting kids to sleep at night has probably been a parental challenge since the dawn of time. New research adds to the mounting evidence that sleep saboteurs are hiding in the least suspected places. The lights in your house and the evening sunlight coming through the windows may be disrupting your child’s circadian rhythms, making it difficult to fall asleep. … Read More
Daylight Saving Your Sanity: Spring Forward Tips
The beginning of Daylight Saving Time (DST, spring forward) is nearly upon us again. Many of us are rubbing our over-tired eyes and trying to remember if this is the “good” time change or the “evil” one. Well, it kind of depends. If you’re an adult, it’s the rough one because you’re going to lose an hour of sleep. But … Read More
Daylight Saving Time Change! Fall Back!
The fall time change occurs on Sunday November 1 when Daylight Saving Time officially ends at 2:00 am. While many of us relish the “extra hour” of sleep this gives, the time change can completely throw off the sleep schedules of babies, toddlers, and small children, whose internal clocks don’t shift with the push of a button. Without a proper … Read More
Five Signs Parents are Sleep Deprived
Being sleep deprived can take its toll and make things really hard for families. Did you know new parents can lose up to 44 days of sleep in the first year? Here are five ways you know you are sleep deprived and when it might be time to get some help: You stare at the crib and think, “I wonder … 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
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
Making the Transition to a Big Kid Bed
Most people begin moving their children from the crib to a big kid bed between the ages of two and three, but there’s no perfect date. You’ll have to decide when your child is ready to make the switch. Some kids are eager for the new phase in their life, but others develop anxiety and insecurities. Here’s how you can … Read More
Helping Your Child Sleep Better During Daylight Saving Time
On November 2, we will turn the clocks back one hour to mark the end of Daylight Saving Time. Parents across America will all of a sudden be a little more tired. Why? While people without children will be basking in one extra hour of sleep on Sunday morning (or staying out one hour later—oh how those days are a … Read More