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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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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. 

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Summer Sleep Tips: 10 Ways to Improve Summer Slumber

Summer Sleep Tips: 10 Ways to Improve Summer Slumber The days are getting longer, temperatures are rising, and summer is almost here. After rainy spring days, and a cold winter, the warmth is a welcome change. However, many parents don’t realize that this change may actually affect their baby’s summertime

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Is Your Baby Losing Sleep Over Itching and Scratching?

If you’re the parent of a child with allergies, chances are you’re familiar with losing sleep over itching, scratching, and general discomfort. It’s common for parents and kids to lose out on valuable sleep because allergies get in the way. Falling asleep can be almost impossible when your child can’t

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Attachment Parenting and Baby Sleep Training: Can I have it all?

Many people are surprised to find that I am more in alignment with Attachment Parenting than they may originally think. After all, I am a family therapist and a mom first and foremost. Maybe people make assumptions because when they think ‘attachment parenting’, they think about a mom breastfeeding beyond

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Night Weaning and Nap Training, Where Do I Start?

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! If you would rather

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2 Year Old Sleep Tips

Parents often seem surprised when their babies suddenly morph into little people right around the 2-year mark, complete with ideas of their own, opinions, and lots of attempts at gaining control. It’s a fun age, I promise, but I’ve found that 2 years can also be a time of sleep

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Sleep Training Methods Demystified

I Huffington Post recently published an article in answer to a fairly humorous take on sleep training, in which a mother was overwhelmed with the sheer amount of expert advice surrounding baby sleep training. While I chuckled as I read the article, I also sympathized with her. There is an

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Sleep Coaching Goals

Every parent wants their baby to sleep through the night , but babies are not born knowing how to fall asleep on their own. They’ve been soothed by mom in the womb, and again when they enter the world and throughout infancy. \But at some point, waking up every two

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Mom Needs Sleep Too! Taking Care of Mom on Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and it got me thinking. I spend a lot of time talking about how to help your baby sleep. And baby sleep is important, but mom needs sleep too! When you were pregnant, people may have jokingly advised you to ‘rest up,’ hinting at

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Can Sleep Issues Be Mistaken For ADHD?

There is more and more research being done regarding the potential link between Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder and children’s sleep issues. It’s well documented that we are all getting less sleep than we used to. In fact the amount of people who are getting less than seven hours of sleep

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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.