Crying in Sleep Training: Is It Normal, Harmful, or Avoidable?
When I have my initial consultations with my clients, the number one concern and reluctance around sleep training is (and understandably so) around the idea that their baby or toddler will cry during the process. I remember feeling the exact same way when I was learning about sleep training and making the decision that sleep […]
The Shush-Pat Sleep Training Method: A Method For The Younger Baby
If you’re looking for a gentle sleep training method that allows you to stay close to your baby while still teaching them how to fall asleep independently, the Shush-Pat method may be a great fit. As a baby and toddler sleep consultant, I often work with families who want a responsive, hands-on approach to sleep […]
Short Naps: Effective Tweaks to Stretch Your Baby’s Daytime Sleep
Short naps can feel defeating. You finally exhale, manage to actually prepare some food to feed yourself… and then your baby pops awake 20–30 minutes later before you’ve even had a bite. I’ve been there, and I want you to know this is solvable with small, gentle changes. Most of the time, it simply comes […]
How Much Does a Baby Sleep Consultant Cost?
Every parent knows the value of a good night’s sleep—but finding it when your baby won’t settle can feel impossible. As someone who has spent many late nights supporting families just like yours, I know that somewhere after the 3:00 AM rocking session, the question often pops up: “Do I need a sleep consultant? How […]
Understanding False Starts
Why Does My Baby Keep Waking Up Shortly After Bedtime? You’ve made it through bedtime—your baby is down, the house is quiet, and you finally exhale. A long day is over and it doesn’t matter even if your baby is sleeping well. The days are still a marathon. Maybe you even sit down with a […]
How to Solve Early Morning Wakings
Is your little one starting the day at 4:30 or 5:00 AM ready to party and start their day? You’re not alone. Early morning wakings are one of the most common and frustrating sleep struggles I see as a baby and toddler sleep consultant. They are usually solvable but can be also notoriously difficult to […]
How Much Does a Baby or Toddler Sleep Consultant Cost?
Every parent knows the value of a good night’s sleep—but when your baby won’t settle, it can feel impossibly out of reach. As someone who has spent many late nights supporting families just like yours, I know that somewhere around the 3:00 AM rocking or feeding session, a common question often comes up: “Do I […]
Sleep Training A Neurodivergent Child
This is a guest post from Bonnie Way, founder of the blog The Koala Mom. Bonnie Way is a mom of 5 children ages 7 to 17, including two neurodiverse children. She is a veteran homeschool mom who works from home as a blogger, author and content creator. When she’s not chasing her kids or […]
Understanding the Four Month Sleep Regression
If your 12-16 week old was finally sleeping longer stretches while you were breathing a sigh of relief and suddenly they are waking every two hours, there is a reason! What Is the 4 Month Sleep Regression? The 4 month sleep regression is a developmental milestone when your baby’s sleep cycle matures and begins to […]
Is It Worth Paying For A Sleep Consultant?
Here’s What Parents Need To Know Are you running on fumes and waiting for your little one to “outgrow” their sleep struggles? If bedtime battles and middle-of-the-night wake ups feel never-ending, you’re not alone. For many families, the path to a full night’s sleep is anything but smooth and can really depend on what aligns […]