As a mom of a growing and walking toddler, naptime is my favorite time of the day. It’s my time to clean the house, do a load of laundry, make a bite to eat, work and even do absolutely nothing. Just as daytime sleep is important for our little ones, it’s just as important for… [Read More]
The True Meaning of Sleep “Regressions”
Any time your baby’s sleep takes a wrong turn, it’s common to ask yourself what you are doing wrong. For months, your baby has been sleeping through the night and all of a sudden, he is waking several times. If you’ve looked into why this might be happening, you may have come across the term,… [Read More]
All or Nothing
During my certification training, my mentor Dana Obleman said something that seemed to stick with me. She said, “sleep training is an either all-or-nothing kind of thing”. Little did I know that I applied this same notion to my experience while sleep training my daughter months earlier without even knowing it; perhaps that’s why it… [Read More]
Daylight Savings Tips for Your Baby
Daylight savings in the Fall season used to be the best time of the year. It meant an extra hour of staying up or an extra hour of dreamy sleep. But now that you have children, it’s most likely the most terrifying day of the year! Your little one, who would normally wake up at… [Read More]
6 Baby Sleep Tips for Traveling
If you have already taught your little one healthy sleeping habits, you are most likely enjoying your success and your well-rested baby. But if you have plans to travel during the upcoming holidays, you may fear that it will interrupt all the success you worked so hard for. However, do not fear! There are several… [Read More]
New Mommy With the Big “C”
It’s been a big month for Paige Pesko. Her darling son, Ben, turned one year old and she just celebrated her 30th birthday. But the month of October is also another significant time of the year for Paige as it is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Paige is a breast cancer survivor. I met Paige… [Read More]
Creating the Perfect Sleep-Friendly Nest (Plus my Amazon must-haves for bedtime!)
Perhaps one of the most exciting things about being pregnant is preparing your little darling’s nursery. You’ve spent months pinning ideas on Pinterest and looking for the perfect crib. Once it’s all ready, you may spend most of your days admiring your baby’s soon-to-be home. The curtains match the crib sheets, brand new tiny clothes… [Read More]
Why Sleep Props Are Getting in the Way of Your Baby’s Sleep
If you’re wondering why your baby is struggling when it comes to sleep, it’s most likely because she is depending on a sleep prop to fall asleep in the first place. A sleep prop is anything external that your baby uses in order to fall asleep. In other words, a sleep prop is anything that… [Read More]
Why You Should Invest in Rest
As a mother, you know your child better than anyone. So, it’s hard to imagine reaching out for help when it comes to his sleep struggles. In fact, it’s difficult for many mothers to ask for help in any form. But if you have even thought briefly about hiring a sleep consultant, it may mean… [Read More]
The Truth About the Tears- And 5 Tips to help! (UPDATED)
One of the biggest concerns any parent has when it comes to the thought of sleep training their little one is the crying. “How much will my baby cry?” “It’s hard for me to hear him cry.” “I don’t think I can handle the crying!” If you have had any of these thoughts, it’s perfectly… [Read More]