There’s nothing quite like waking up to your baby’s sweet face first thing in the morning. Those sleepy eyes can make even the earliest hours feel special. But when that moment hits at 5 AM instead of a more reasonable hour, it can quickly take the bliss out of the situation. Early morning wake-ups can…
Winter brings shorter days, colder nights, and the perfect excuse to snuggle up indoors. While this cozy season is magical, it can also disrupt your baby’s sleep patterns. Adjusting routines to fit the season’s unique challenges can help your little one stay well-rested and content. Use the Darkness to Your Advantage Winter’s early sunsets are…
Traveling during the holidays can be magical but also a little daunting when you’re bringing a baby along for the ride. Maintaining your baby’s sleep schedule while navigating airports, long car rides, or even just a change in scenery takes planning, patience, and a little creativity. Let’s break down some practical tips to help you…
Every parent has been there: your baby is fussing, rubbing their eyes, and fighting sleep with all their might. The culprit? Overtiredness. When a baby becomes overtired, their bodies release stress hormones like cortisol, making it harder for them to settle down and fall asleep. The result? A cranky baby who has difficulty drifting off…
Few things can be as frustrating as settling your baby down for a nap, only for them to wake up 20 or 30 minutes later, wide-eyed and ready to play. If you’ve found yourself dealing with these short, unsatisfying naps, you’re not alone! Let’s dive into why this might be happening and what you can…
Is your newborn treating nighttime like party time and daytime like the perfect opportunity for deep, uninterrupted naps? You’re likely experiencing reverse cycling, a common and understandably frustrating phase where babies have their days and nights mixed up. Let’s break down what reverse cycling is and share practical steps you can take to guide your…
If your 7-month-old is tossing and turning all night, you’re not alone! This age can be a turning point for many parents who thought they were getting the hang of things, only to find their little one suddenly having restless nights. Let’s explore why this might be happening and what you can do to help…
Just when you think you’ve finally got your baby’s sleep routine figured out, they suddenly start waking up more often, refusing naps, or having a hard time settling at bedtime. Sound familiar? You may be dealing with a sleep regression. Sleep regressions are a totally normal (but frustrating) part of your baby’s development. The good…
Does it feel like you just put your baby down for a nap, only to hear them waking up again 20 minutes later? You’re not alone! Many parents find that around the 3-month mark, their little ones suddenly start taking super short naps—leaving you wondering, what just happened to those longer stretches? At this age,…
We’ve all been there. You finally get your baby down for a nap, only to find yourself trapped on the couch, staring at your coffee growing cold across the room because, heaven forbid, you move and wake the baby! Contact naps can be sweet, snuggly moments that create a bond with your little one, but…