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Facing some serious sleep deprivation? We are here to help with our top gentle sleep tips. Kim 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-sleeping, naps and so much more, we are sure there’s an answer to your sleep questions below!
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My Baby Wakes Up 30 Minutes After Falling Asleep at Bedtime
My Baby Wakes Up 30 Minutes After Falling Asleep at Bedtime “My 8-month old is sleeping beautifully thanks to your program except that every night after she goes to bed, my baby wakes up after about a half an hour and cries for at least 20 minutes. She goes to
Sleep Regression before crawling? Crawling Sleep Regression Explained
I’m not going to claim that all babies experience a sleep regression or two, but most do. If there is one period that seems to be abundantly common, it’s the pre-toddler sleep regression. This is when babies learn to crawl and/or pull themselves to a standing position. It’s a huge
The 2-Year Sleep Regression – How to Get Your Child Back to Sleep
Many parents breathe a sigh of relief once their child hits the toddler years. But then you’re dealing with molars, budding independence, and (for some) potty training. The 2 year old sleep regression can feel like a curveball just when you think you’ve finally mastered your toddler’s bedtime routine. One
4 Month Sleep Regression – Tips to Soothe your Baby
The 4-month sleep regression is a normal, temporary phase in your baby’s development. It occurs as their sleep cycles mature, leading to lighter sleep, frequent wake-ups, and increased fussiness. While exhausting, it’s an opportunity to establish healthy sleep habits and teach your baby independent sleep skills. Key Points: Duration: Typically
The 15 Month Sleep Regression — What to Expect
Just when you thought you’d tackled the 12 month sleep regression and could count on some quiet nights of good sleep, your 15 month old is up in the night and upset! Time for the 15 month sleep regression! Signs of the 15-Month Sleep Regression If your toddler is experiencing
The 7 Month Sleep Regression — What To Expect
The 7 Month Sleep Regression — What To Expect You’ve probably seen this before when your baby was around 4 months, and it WASN’T fun. Your baby, who got through the last sleep regression and was finally sleeping well day and night, is suddenly waking early from her naps and
Newborn Sleep Schedule Examples – 1 week to 1 month onwards
How Much Do Newborns Sleep? Most newborns sleep about 14 to 17 hours in a 24-hour period, sometimes even a little more (6-Hirsh). On average, full-term infants spend around 70% of their time asleep (5-Daphna), and this abundant rest is essential for their rapid growth and development in the first
Early Rising in Toddlers: Tips to Stop Early Wake-Ups
Why does my toddler wake up too early? The four main causes of early rising toddlers are: Bedtime is too late Nap deprivation Staying up too long between the end of his afternoon nap and going to bed — try not to let the interval exceed four hours Going to
Naps for Preschoolers: Your 3 and 4-Year-Old Nap Questions, Answered
Naps for Preschoolers: Your 3 and 4-Year-Old Nap Questions, Answered I have received LOTS of questions about naps for preschoolers and late bedtimes for 3 and 4 year-olds. I chose the most wide-reaching to answer here! Late Night Bedtime Cycle Parent Question: My son will be 4 in September and
Does Your Preschooler Still Need to Nap? Probably
Does Your Preschooler Still Need to Nap? Probably Does your preschooler still need to nap? Surprisingly, many parents and educators feel that preschoolers shouldn’t need this important developmental assist in their education. The Huffington Post recently published an article that points out the necessity of naps when it comes to
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