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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!

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.

Cutest Sleeping Baby Contest

FACEBOOK CONTEST Help us celebrate National Sleep Awareness Week by participating in our, “Cutest Sleeping Baby Contest.” Enter a picture of your sleeping child on our Facebook Page for a chance to win a book by The Sleep Lady- Kim West, and a Swadd...

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Toddler Sleep Problem: How Do I Wean My Toddler Off Their Pacifier?

Would you like to have me answer your 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 read than...

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Baby Sleep Problems: Napping Difficulties

Would you like to have me answer your sleep question 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 read than watch ...

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Daycare Naps: Are Difficulties at Childcare Causing Early Rising?

A reader wrote in a question about daycare naps, She wrote: “Hi, I have a 16-month-old son who’s been having sleep issues a lot lately. Ever since he transitioned to one nap because he moved up to the toddler room at daycare, he naps about an hour-and-a-half to...

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My 15 Month Wants Me to Hold Hands to Sleep — What Should I Do?

My 15 Month Wants Me to Hold Hands to Sleep — What Should I Do? A reader wrote into ask a question about her daughter, who wants her to hold hands to sleep every night. She writes: “Shortly after birth, my daughter Lacy began holding my hand during nursin...

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Toddler Sleep Problems: Power Struggles

Written by Gentle Sleep Coach Tracy Spackman I often feel like I’m doing “Creative Parenting”. I have 5 children and I found that I need to frequently mix up my method to keep it working when it comes to getting the kids to do what I want them...

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Toddler and Baby Sleep Problems: 4 Common Causes of Early Rising – Video

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! If you would rather read than ...

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Baby Sleep: What Does it Really Mean to "Sleep Like a Baby?"

by Andrea Strang, CGSC Why has “Sleep Like a Baby” become our shorthand for a good night’s sleep? As parents, you may quickly come to realize that your baby’s sleep patterns differ from yours. Babies spend more time in light sleep and less time in what we would...

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Toddler Sleep Problems: My 3 and 1 Year Old Both Don’t Sleep!

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Baby Sleep: Great Nights Start With Great Mornings

Written by Irene Gouge, Loving Lessons Pediatric Sleep Consulting A good night of baby sleep starts with a great morning. When the new day begins, it is a new day for everyone, a fresh start. The best way to maximize this “good morning” is to connect with y...

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