How much sleep does my baby need? How much sleep does my child really need?? As new parents, we have so much to start thinking about and of course worrying about. Is my baby growing well? Are they eating enough? and the ever so popular.. Are they getting enough sleep? Babies and children require sleep. Lots of it. It is not a luxury, it is a biological need. When a…
con·sist·en·cy kənˈsistənsē/ noun conformity in the application of something, typically that which is necessary for the sake of logic, accuracy, or fairness. We hear it all the time… be consistent! When we talk about behaviour and our children, to teach a new or desired behaviour, consistency is one of the key components to achieving success. When it comes to sleep training or coaching it is certainly no exception. As parents…
You finally got your child to sleep… ahh time to kick back and relax, ok let’s be real, more like time to do the dishes, tidy up the toys and maybe if you are lucky watch some TV or do some work. After a few hours you hear a blood curdling scream coming from your child’s bedroom. You burst into the room to find your child screaming in what seems…
You and your baby worked hard to establish those healthy sleep habits. You have a great routine going, a great schedule and everyone is rested. Your baby has two great naps a day, when seemingly all of the sudden (insert the sound of screeching brakes) your baby is refusing a nap. What’s happening…. NNNooooooo!!!! “How do I know if my baby is ready to drop the morning nap?” This is…
Back to school sleep tips.. already?! Summer, it comes and goes so quickly. Very soon those long summer days of sun shining well into the evening hours will be replaced by those dark afternoons. We have all fallen victim to loosening up our children’s regimented schedule over the summer and replacing it with extended outdoor play and later bedtimes. Whether your child is going back to school, starting preschool or…
Before I give you some newborn sleep tips, allow me to say congratulations! You are either expecting or have recently welcomed a new baby (or babies) into your life. It is an emotional roller-coaster, as we are filled with such exhilaration, a love that is beyond measure and a realization that our life will never be the same again. Now about newborn sleep. You will likely find it is probably…
The big transition. Your baby is no longer a baby (sigh) . You are ready to go from a crib to a toddler bed.. or are you? This is a question I often get asked and here is some valuable information that I would like to share with you that will help make the crib to toddler bed transition easier. 1. When? How do we know when our child is ready to…
Early bed times? What is considered “early” may in fact not be early enough. Bed time in your house may sometimes be peaceful, but may sometimes be a battlefield. We may deal with children that have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, and of course those endless negotiations. We can see restless sleep, night terrors and very early wake times. I see and deal with all of these issues with clients on a…
Unfortunately babies don’t come with instruction manuals and this leaves many new parents in the dark about how to establish healthy sleep habits for their children. Setting a healthy foundation for sleep is critical for our growing babies. It allows for optimal mental and physical development. A well rested baby can deal with everyday stresses better and they have the ability to learn and absorb more of the world around them. There is so…
Ready to travel? It’s vacation time and you are very much looking forward to some rest, relaxation and some quality family time. Traveling with little ones can sometimes be more stressful than relaxing, especially when our children become overtired. Here are some helpful tips on how to protect your child’s sleep when traveling: Make sure your child’s “sleep tank” has some reserves! Try to ensure that your child is well rested…
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