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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!

Gentle Sleep Tips Blog and Resources

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. 

Are You Done Co-Sleeping?

This week’s video blog is from Kid’s in the House, a wonderful parenting resource filled with expert advice on hundreds of topics, including sleep. This video helps you through the transition from moving your co-sleeping child to his own bed, gently and effectively. Here’s the transcript: “If you have decided

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My Child Wakes Up Multiple Times At Night

Hi, Kim West, the Sleep Lady and in this video blog I’m going to answer this mom’s question: “My daughter has turned just seven months old and has never slept through the night. Her problem is not going to sleep at bed time in her crib. Her problem is that

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My Toddler is Climbing Out Of the Crib to Find Me!

  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. I’m Kim West, the Sleep

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Is My Baby Using Me As His Sleep Crutch?

Would you like to have me answer your baby or toddler 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

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Can I Let my Child Nap in a Car Seat or Stroller?

This week’s video blog is from Kid’s in the House, a wonderful parenting resource filled with expert advice on hundreds of topics, including sleep.  In this week’s video, I’ll explain how you can use naps in the stroller or carseat to your advantage and how those times can actually make

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How to Help Your Child Through Night Terrors

This week’s video blog is from Kid’s in the House, a wonderful parenting resource filled with expert advice on hundreds of topics, including sleep.  This video will help you determine whether your child is experiencing nightmares or night terrors and how to best help your child through this sometimes scary

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How Can I Gently End Co-Sleeping With My Toddler?

Hi, Kim West, The Sleep Lady and in this vlog, I am going to answer Cristina’s question: “Please help. My son is a year and a half and he’s co-sleeping with me. He doesn’t want to sleep in his crib. He wakes up in the middle of the night. I’ve

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How and When to Transition From a Crib to a Toddler Bed

This week’s video blog is from Kid’s in the House, a wonderful parenting resource filled with expert advice on hundreds of topics, including sleep. This video will give you some guidance on how to gently transition your toddler from a crib to a bed. Here’s the transcript: “When and how

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What is "Drowsy But Awake?"

This week’s video blog is from Kid’s in the House, a wonderful parenting resource filled with expert advice on hundreds of topics, including sleep. This video will begin to help you understand the importance of putting your child to bed “drowsy but awake. Here’s the transcript: “A lot of families

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Milkin’ Cookies Giveaway Contest

  Wondering if there is an easy way to increase your milk supply? Sit down and have a cookie? Really! Milkin’ Cookies are lactation cookies for nursing moms, designed to help increase milk supply. They were developed by two moms (who also happen to be physicians) on a quest to

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What topics does The Sleep Lady blog cover?
The Sleep Lady blog shares expert guidance on newborn sleep, baby sleep, toddler sleep, child sleep, naps, bedtime routines, sleep regressions, night wakings, gentle sleep coaching, potty learning, parenting, and more. New articles are designed to help families navigate every stage of their child’s sleep journey.
No. The Sleep Lady blog is built around Kim West’s gentle, evidence-informed approach to healthy sleep. The articles focus on practical, responsive strategies that help children develop independent sleep skills while supporting a secure parent-child relationship.
Yes. You’ll find guidance tailored to every stage, from newborns and infants to toddlers and children up to 6 years old, making it easy to find advice that’s appropriate for your child’s age and development.
Yes. The blog includes articles on common concerns such as bedtime resistance, frequent night wakings, early rising, short naps, sleep regressions, transitioning from a crib to a bed, co-sleeping, weaning, and establishing healthy sleep routines.
Start with articles that match your child’s age or your biggest sleep challenge. You can also explore the free sleep guides or book a complimentary Sleep Assessment Call if you’d like personalized support.
Every child is unique, so no single solution works for everyone. The articles provide gentle guidance and practical strategies that parents can adapt to their family’s needs, parenting style, and child’s temperament.
Absolutely. If you’re looking for one-on-one support beyond the articles, you can connect with a Certified Gentle Sleep Coach who can create a personalized plan based on your family’s goals and challenges.
Yes. In addition to articles, you’ll find free sleep guides, books, podcasts, online courses, and personalized coaching to support your family’s sleep journey.