Author: Kim West

My name is Kim West, and I’m the mother of two beautiful girls, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been a practicing child and family therapist for more than 21 years, and the creator of the original gentle, proven method to get a good night’s sleep for you and your child. My sleep journey began when I started experimenting with gently shaping my daughter’s sleep by not following the conventional wisdom at the time. After having success (and then more success with my second daughter!), I began helping family and friends and my step-by-step method spread like wildfire, exactly like an excellent night of sleep for a tired parent should!

5 Things You Can Do to Stop Your Newborn From Waking

Newborns have different sleep patterns than older babies, but I think that sometimes we forget just how long it actually takes “normal” baby sleep patterns to develop. In fact, babies are considered “newborn” for the first 6 months of life, as their little bodies continue to mature. Most babies don’t develop the ability to self-soothe […]

Should I Nap With My Child?

Would you like to have me answer your baby sleep problem in my next video? If so, scroll down and submit your question in the comment section below. I will pick several questions a month to answer and post them here on the blog! I’m Kim West, the Sleep Lady and in this video […]

8 Benefits to using the Magic Sleepsuit to transition from the swaddle: Why is it better than cold turkey?

Guest Post by Maureen, creator of the Magic Sleepsuit Just as babies need the swaddle to transition from the womb, they also need a means to transition from the swaddle. At a certain point, babies get to a point when they are ready to be transitioned from the confines of a swaddle, but are not […]

My Toddler is Waking at Night for a Bottle

Would you like to have me answer your toddler sleep problem in my next video? If so, please visit my Facebook Page and post your question using the hashtag #askthesleeplady! I will pick several questions a month to answer and post them here on the blog! If you would rather read than watch my above […]

Could My Baby’s Naps Be Too Long?

Would you like me to answer your baby sleep problem in my next video? If so, scroll down and submit your question in the comment section below. I will pick several questions a month to answer and post them here on the blog! Hi, Kim West, The Sleep Lady and in today’s vlog, I’m […]

Understanding What "Drowsy But Awake" Really Means

Over the years, I’ve come to the conclusion that everyone has a different definition of “drowsy”. That’s fine, except when we’re talking about “drowsy but awake” and sleep coaching. And I’ve found that most parent’s don’t really know what “drowsy but awake” really means. What “Drowsy But Awake” Really Means When I talk about “drowsy […]

Crane Humidifier Giveaway

Although spring is supposed to be here, many of us are still in the throes of unpredictable weather, warm one day and freezing the next. If you’ve been using your heater, you’ve probably noticed that the air feels dry, your skin is a bit dry. If you are noticing the drying effects of your heat, […]

Spring Ahead, Fall Back…On Sleep

Are you ready for Daylight Savings Time? This helpful infographic will help you lose as little sleep as possible.

4 Ways to Help Your Child Answer Anxious Questions

Guest Post Written by Renee Jain If your child is anxious, it’s likely they do something I like to call what-iffing: “What if I don’t get asked to the dance?” “What if you run out of gas and can’t pick me up from school?” “What if we get robbed?” “What if… [insert your child’s anxious […]

Why Is My 6-Month-Old Still Waking At Night?

Would you like me to answer your baby sleep problem in my next video? If so, please send me an email or post on Facebook! I will pick several questions a month to answer and post them here on the blog! Hi, Kim West, The Sleep Lady and in today’s vlog, I’m going to […]

10 Reasons That Quality Sleep Matters For Your Baby

There are 4 simple words that make most parents jump for joy: “sleeping through the night.” Unfortunately, this is a term many parents have yet to experience. Did you know that babies over 6 months old constantly transition and cycle between light and deep sleep (known as REM and non-REM)? During these transition periods, everyone […]

How Can I Transition My Co-Sleeping Toddler to Her Own Room?

Your Top 9 Sleep Questions Answered

Answers to Your Top 9 Baby Sleep Problems Did you know that 30% of parents report a baby’s sleep problem in the first 5 years? If you are reading this article please know you are not alone! In my over 25 years of working with tired parents, I have noticed a trend of the top […]

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