Did you know that research1 has shown that a consistent toddler bedtime routine not only helps kiddos fall asleep quicker, sleep longer and wake up less during the night but helps decrease daytime behavior struggles2? A nighttime routine with your baby or toddler can consist of anything that works for
When we’re expecting, many of us have ideas, fantasies, and baby sleep expectations with long peaceful nights for our little one in their beautifully prepared crib as the top one. These fantasies rarely become a reality. Babies wake up many times and, depending on the baby, they can keep doing this
[ What I know now that I wish I knew then, Part 2 ] In my previous post, I described my life with my difficult baby and how these babies are survivors. All babies fight to survive and thrive and the so-called difficult ones put up one hell of a
Are you curious about how to stop co-sleeping with your baby or toddler? Like so many things in motherhood and parenting, I wasn’t sure when I would stop co-sleeping with our daughter. But this is no surprise as our sleep situation and co-sleeping itself were unexpected in some ways. Transitioning
[ What I know now that I wish I knew then, Part 1 ] Note by Heidi: ❤️ Please welcome Inge, who joins the team, is currently training with me and gearing up to start supporting you and your baby in a lovingly gentle sleep journey. Inge shares a very
To wean your toddler from breastfeeding is alike yet different from weaning a baby. Let’s have a look at these 5 toddler-specific ways you can lovingly and efficiently help your toddler make this transition. Breastfeeding at night until toddlerhood is an amazing experience, one that can make the bond between
“It is when a mother trusts her judgment that she is at her best.”– Donald Winnicott (I would add that when parents and caregivers trust their judgment, the family unit is at its best.) I didn’t give much thought to baby sleep before having my daughter. I couldn’t have imagined
Note by Heidi: Please welcome Tessa Marks to Baby Sleep Advice! ❤️ Tessa is training with me and getting ready to join me in helping you and your babies sleep better, without tears. In her first post here, we get a unique view, through her husband’s eyes, of their baby sleep
Note by Heidi: ❤️ Please welcome Celia Ponzo, who’s training with me and joining me here to help you and your babies sleep better, without tears. This is her very personal and very sweet story … My mother always used to tell me that I was such a heavy sleeper
When you’re in the throes of your baby not sleeping, which means YOU are not sleeping, it can feel like this reality may last forever. I’ve been there. Your baby woke up more times than you can count last night and you feel exhausted and at the same time frustrated,
