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Facing some serious sleep deprivation? We are here to help with our top gentle sleep tipsKim West LCSW-C, the creator of The Sleep Lady Shuffle℠ and mom of two, has 25 years of experience in sleep training. She has seen everything and there’s no sleep problem too hard for her to solve.

Our gentle sleep tips blog was created by Kim for parents with children as old as 6 years old, right down to newborns. From sleep training questions to weaning, daily schedules, co-sleepingnaps and so much more, we are sure there’s an answer to your sleep questions below!

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For more than 25 years, we have been on a mission to provide
proven, achievable, gentle sleep tips and solutions for parents and families everywhere. 

afraid to sleep
Baby Sleep Problems
Catherine Trebble

When Can Babies Self-Soothe

When Can Babies Self-Soothe Every baby is unique, and while science gives us helpful trends, it’s important to watch your baby’s individual cues and readiness. Let’s take a closer look at what the research tells us—and how it aligns with what I’ve seen in over 25 years of supporting families

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Sleep Training and Coaching
Kim West

CIO: Extinction Sleep Training | What It Is & If Its Safe

What is the cry it out method (extinction sleep training) The Cry-It-Out (CIO) method is a sleep training approach where parents allow their baby to cry for a set period without immediate intervention, with the goal of helping them learn to self-soothe and fall asleep independently. There are two main

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18 month sleep regression
Baby Sleep Regressions
Kim West

Sleep Training Regression

Sleep Training and Sleep Regression Sleep regressions are natural and often coincide with developmental milestones or significant transitions in your baby’s life. Although these phases can temporarily disrupt sleep, gentle sleep training methods can help restore healthy sleep habits. General Sleep Training During Regression Can You Sleep Train a Baby

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18 month sleep regression
Baby Sleep Regressions
Kim West

Sleep Training Regression

Sleep Training and Sleep Regression Sleep regressions are natural and often coincide with developmental milestones or significant transitions in your baby’s life. Although these phases can temporarily disrupt sleep, gentle sleep training methods can help restore healthy sleep habits. General Sleep Training During Regression Can You Sleep Train a Baby

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Sleep Training and Coaching
Kim West

Ferber: The Method. Schedule, Analysis & Alternatives

What is the Ferber Sleep Training Method While my philosophy focuses on gentle sleep coaching methods like the Sleep Lady Shuffle, I understand that many families consider the Ferber Method for sleep training. Below, I’ll outline the facts about the Ferber Method, its steps, and alternatives, while sharing my thoughts

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Sleep Training and Coaching
Kim West

Why Sleep Training Is Bad:Controversies & Child Bonds

Why Extinction Sleep Training Gets a Bad Name—and How Better Methods Can Work Sleep training is one of the most polarizing topics in parenting. Approaches like unmodified extinction or “Cry It Out” (CIO)—where caregivers leave their child to cry without intervention—are widely criticized for their harshness and emotional toll. For

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Separation Anxiety
Sleep Training and Coaching
Kim West

CIO(Cry it Out) vs Ferber vs The Sleep Lady Shuffle

Cry-It-Out vs. Ferber As a parent, you may have heard of the Cry-It-Out (CIO) and Ferber methods for sleep training. While both are popular, neither reflects the gentle, responsive approach I advocate through the Sleep Lady Shuffle. Let’s break these down so you can decide what works best for your

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controlled crying doesn't work
Sleep Training and Coaching
Kim West

Sleep Training Not Working – Method Mismatch or Something Else?

Baby not responding to sleep training When sleep training doesn’t seem to be working, it’s often not your baby—it’s the approach. Every baby is unique, and some methods might not align with your child’s temperament or developmental readiness. It’s essential to step back, assess what’s happening, and make thoughtful adjustments

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newborn sleep solutions
Sleep Training and Coaching
Kim West

Can You Sleep Train Newborns? No , But Here Is What You Can Do

Can You Sleep Train Newborns? No, sleep training is not appropriate for newborns. As a sleep expert, I advise parents to hold off on formal sleep training, like my gentle sleep coaching method (The Sleep Lady Shuffle), until their baby is at least 6 months old. Newborns in their first

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Sleep Training and Coaching
Kim West

Sleep Training A 1-Year-Old: Best Method & How Long

Can you sleep train a 1-year-old You can sleep train a 1-year-old! While older toddlers may resist more due to independence or ingrained habits, they adapt quickly with a consistent approach. Start with a gentle method like the Sleep Lady Shuffle, staying close to offer reassurance while teaching self-soothing. A

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