While some might see baby sleep as very white and black, saying there’s a right way and a wrong way to help your baby sleep, I don’t actually view it that way at all. Rather than thinking about what's right or wrong and what’s success or failure, try asking yourself questions like: what is helpful for you and your baby to get the rest you need? What is a long-term, sustainable way to help your baby sleep? And, what are you comfortable doing when it comes to sleep for your baby?

Do you have a 1.5-3.5 year old who is difficult at nap time? I remember when my own son was about 1.5 years old, he started to resist nap time more than ever before. His big meltdowns about ending play time and having to go to bed were rough for both of us. Now as a 3 year old, he occasionally skips his nap, but he always knows that when it’s nap time he at least should play in bed quietly…even if he doesn't fall asleep! I’ve worked with many other families to tackle their toddler’s naps, and now I’ve written out some tips and points to consider when getting your toddler ready for nap time!

I often hear parents express that they really desire a consistent schedule for their baby and yet they’re struggling to get their baby on a schedule. This is really common and something I have helped many parents work through, it is possible to get your baby on a more predictable schedule! Keep in mind that a schedule should be flexible. I’m not a stickler for the time on the clock being the same every day for every nap and bedtime. Instead, I teach my clients to follow a cycle of routines and follow wake windows.

Are you (or your spouse) contact sleeping and/or bed-sharing with the baby overnight? Is this preventing you and your spouse from sleeping in the same bed? It’s so common and normal for a new baby to take a toll on marriage, but you can get through this and get back to sleeping in the same bed together. A few months ago I worked with a family who struggled with this. The dad was sleeping in the recliner holding the baby half the night! Both parents were ready to help their baby girl learn how to sleep independently in her own crib all night and we were successful!

Now, here’s my top tips to consider as you make the transition

To the mama out there struggling with newborn sleep—don’t worry, I’ve been in the thick of it too, you are not alone! Here’s 3 things that helped me navigate my own newborn’s sleep.

What is considered “early rising”? Or what do we consider “early mornings”?

Do you have a little one who is constantly waking in the early hours of 5am, or even 4am? Then keep reading on to help find out why and what you can do to fix it!