When it comes to helping our little ones get the restful sleep they need, understanding their natural rhythms is key. One of the most important concepts I've learned on this journey is the idea of wake windows . These are the periods of time your baby can comfortably stay awake between naps or before bedtime. Getting these windows right can make a huge difference in how easily your baby falls asleep and how well they stay asleep. In this post, I want to share what I’ve discov

Newborn not sleeping at night and crying As a baby sleep consultant, I hear the same questions every single day. The conversations often begin with a collective sigh of exhaustion, followed by the universal cry of sleep-deprived parents: "My newborn is not sleeping at night !" If this sounds like you, please know that you are not alone. And more importantly, you are not doing anything wrong. The mystery of why babies wake up so frequently at night is rooted in biology and a f

Sleeping Baby Welcome to the world of newborn parenting! If you’re a new parent, you’ve likely been told to "sleep when the baby sleeps." But what if your baby seems to be sleeping all the time ? You might be peeking into the bassinet every five minutes, wondering, "Is this normal?" and feeling a mix of relief and anxiety. Let me reassure you from the start: it is completely normal for a sleepy newborn  to spend most of their time in dreamland. In this guide, we’ll dive into

New born sleep and yawning Welcome to the world of newborn parenting. It's a beautiful, chaotic, and often sleepless place. As a baby sleep therapist, I spend my days helping exhausted parents navigate this world, and one of the most common questions I get asked is, "What's the one thing that will help my baby sleep better?" While there's no magic bullet, one of the most powerful and effective tools in my arsenal is the humble sleep sack. Perhaps you've seen them in stores—th

Sleepy time and baby is sleeping with feet outside the blanket. Helping a baby get the right amount of sleep can feel like a puzzle. One key piece of that puzzle is understanding wake windows . These are the periods your baby is awake between naps or bedtime. When you get wake windows right, your little one is more likely to fall asleep easily and stay asleep longer. I want to share some gentle, practical advice to help you master wake windows and create a peaceful sleep rout

As a sleep consultant, I've had the privilege of working with countless families. I can say with certainty that there is no greater sleep challenge than that of a twin parent. You're not just sleep-deprived; you're compounded sleep-deprived. The worry about "one waking the other" is a constant, lingering fear that dictates every naptime, bedtime, and nighttime waking. You’ve likely asked yourself, “How can I possibly sleep train twins without total chaos?” or “Is it even pos

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