As a child sleep consultant, I hear from my clients every day about the advice they have been given by other moms to help their children sleep better. Unfortunately, much of the advice out is baby sleep myths and there is based on old wives’ tales that continue to circle among new moms. Many of these myths seem rational, which …
Focus, Concentration and Proper Sleep
It is no secret that proper sleep positively influences health. In addition, proper sleep can also take credit for sustained periods of focus and concentration. When it comes to our children, it is our job as parents to give them the tools they need to succeed. Everyday science continues to prove that in order for our children to be happy, …
Sleep Regression: How to Handle a Baby Sleep Setbacks?
Children are bound to have setbacks and fluctuations in their sleep patterns from time to time. They are also going to regress on occasion and put up a fight when it is time to sleep. Baby sleep regression is all very normal and is their way of testing boundaries. Therefore, as always, remain confident in the rules you have created …
Healthy Sleep Patterns: For Children and Parents
Every parent is concerned for their family’s well-being. In the chaotic and busy world that we live in, although we have the best intentions to focus on our family’s health and wellness, unfortunately following through with these plans is difficult at times. One aspect of a family’s wellness that should not be compromised is healthy sleep patterns. No matter which …
Certified Child Sleep Specialist: A Step Ahead of Sleep
As a certified child sleep specialist, I am often called upon to help correct behavior that occurs due to a lack of knowledge and understanding about sleep. As Moms, while we are pregnant, people are handing out all kinds of advice. This advice ranges from nursing to diapering, tummy time, to vaccinations. Never in the nine months of my pregnancy …
Biological Rhythms: The science behind the way we sleep
Everyone sleeps, but not everyone understands the science behind the way we sleep. Sleep is an important part of our daily functions and overall health and wellness. Educating ourselves on the biological rhythms behind the way our body responds to sleep will help us understand the importance of staying on a consistent sleep schedule, as well as implementing one for …
Quality Sleep vs. Quantity Sleep
Just like many things in life, quality sleep is more important than sleep quantity. It is more beneficial to the human body and has a great impact on the way we function. The internal rhythms, at which our bodies are set to operate, create a time to be asleep and a time to be awake. When we try to fall …
Sleep and the Expectant Parent
When first finding out that you are expecting a baby, a rush of thoughts and emotions runs through your mind. On the top of the list is usually the issue of sleep. Most expectant parents are listening to horror stories from a friend, or worrying themselves sick with the “what if’s?” Well, let me ask you this, what if you …
No Nonsense Naptime for Toddlers
In this article, I am going to cover why naptime for toddlers is so important, and some tips to help you create a no-nonsense routine for your child. Let’s get started! While going through the training process to become a Certified Child Sleep Consultant, I learned that bedtime is non-negotiable; naptime should be treated the same way. I often have …
Hunger, Feedings, and Sleep
As a new parent, I am sure that at some point you were told to feed your child right before they go to sleep in order to help them sleep longer. I find it unbelievable how commonly this myth is presented on a daily basis. I too was given this information when I became a mother, and remember trying to time my …
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