Hi! Kim West, The Sleep Lady. And today, I’m going to help Hailey, whose toddler climbs out of the crib. Here is what Hailey emailed in: “My active 18-month-old daughter has been an amazing sleeper. She uses a pacifier and we had always had a pretty solid routine: bath, book, bottle, into the crib, music,…
Different Sleep Schedules — How to Get Everyone to Sleep Many families who are welcoming a new baby already have a toddler or preschooler at home. While welcoming a new member of the family is incredibly exciting, it’s also a time of transition. This is especially true where different sleep schedules are concerned. Chances are…
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 sleep. You already know how…
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 challenges, especially if you have…
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…
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 nursing and when going to sleep. Foolishly,…
Toddler Sleep: How to Navigate the Toddler Sleep Transitions A hallmark of the toddler years is the many transitions that occur during those several years after infancy. Moving from “babyhood” into “big kids”, learning self-care like feeding, toileting and getting dressed are all big changes and challenges — and even toddler sleep problems — for…
How Do I Stop Co-Sleeping With My Toddler? A follower wrote in with a question about how to stop co-sleeping with her toddler. She wrote: “I have a toddler sleep problem. My son is now 15 months old and he does sleep through night and has been since about four to five months of age….
