Sleep Well Sleepy Blog

Raise your hand if you had an amazing newborn sleeper, and then all of sudden around 4 months old your champion sleeper is now up multiple times a night and keeping you up with her! I get asked all the time about how to navigate a 4 month old’s schedule and what that looks like while she is going through so many developmental and sleep changes. Before diving into the schedule, ...

It's 3am and your baby wakes up crying, and your first thought it probably "he is hungry." The next day your friend tells you that she started putting cereal in her baby's bottle at bedtime and she is now sleeping peacefully though the night.  I hear these stories all the time, and a very common question I get asked as an pediatric sleep expert, is whether or not putting cerea ...

As parents, we strive to provide the best care for our babies, ensuring their health and development are on the right track. One of the most common things I am asked about as a sleep consultant is when and how to transition a little one off of the bottle. This transition is an essential milestone in a child’s growth, but understanding the timing and the reasons behind it is so ...

As parents, we all know the magic of a car ride – the soothing hum of the engine, the gentle sway of the vehicle, and before you know it, your little one is peacefully snoozing in the backseat. While car naps can be a lifesaver for tired parents, the inevitable allure of car naps can sometimes throw a wrench into even the most carefully crafted sleep routine if not managed care ...

I remember bringing my newborn home, and wondering whether or not someone from the hospital was going to come with me or not? They seriously weren’t going to let me bring home a tiny human on my own right?! Jokes aside, I was scared…and tired. I had no idea what I was doing and one of the first elements I struggled with was sleep. How do I navigate this child’s sleep? When is s ...

One of the first biggest milestones I remember with my babies was mastering the art of rolling! I remember cheering each one of them on every time I caught a glimpse of their little bodies starting to rock back and forth, looking like they might be successful this time! Rolling is not only a fun and exciting skill for babies to learn, but it also plays a crucial role in their p ...

Take a wild guess as to when I transitioned my first baby from a bassinet to a crib…7 weeks! This was a personal choice made for various reasons, but it is what worked best for our family. One of the most common questions I receive from new parents is about where their newborn should sleep, and when they should transition them to a crib. It’s a decision that can greatly impact ...

As a sleep consultant, I often encounter parents grappling with the decision of whether or not to introduce a pacifier to their baby's sleep routine. Pacifiers can be a helpful tool for soothing newborns and aiding in sleep, but they also come with their own set of potential drawbacks. Let's delve into the pros and cons of using a pacifier from a sleep consultant's pe ...

As the year draws to a close, let's take a moment to reflect on the importance of sleep and how to prioritize and set goals for healthy sleep in 2024! I will share tips to help your family ease back into your routine after the holiday festivities, and guide you through the process of setting sleep goals that will leave you feeling revitalized and ready to conquer the year ahead ...