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How to create a sleep haven for your baby

Whether your baby is a sleeping angel or a night-time party animal, there is no question that sleep is a non-linear journey for most parents. Your child will go through many stages and, at some points, struggles as they adjust to sleeping schedules and routines. However, there are certain things you can do to make your child’s sleep easier—one of the most important being creating a peaceful and safe environment for them to rest in.   Start with a crib Your baby will be sleeping a lot for the first year of their life, so having a dedicated space to put him or her to bed at night is a great way to start creating consistency. Your baby’s crib should be free of blankets, toys, stuffed animals, and bumpers. For safety, you should always put your baby to sleep on her back.   If you choose to, you can also put your baby to sleep [...]

By |August 17th, 2021|Categories: NYC|Comments Off on How to create a sleep haven for your baby

Toddler Sleep Regression

Has your sweet toddler who normally is a star sleeper suddenly become defiant at bedtime? If your once restful baby is suddenly having trouble staying asleep through the night, it is easy to worry that something is wrong, but there is a common reason for what you may be experiencing.   Toddler sleep regression is a phenomena that typically occurs around 18 months, 2 years old, and 3 years old (but it can happen at any time). Your little one may suddenly do things such as try to escape the bed, wake up frequently at night, or try to fight going to sleep.   In this article we will discuss the basics of toddler sleep regression and what you can expect if you are dealing with a toddler who is making a fuss at nap or bedtime.   What causes toddler sleep regression? Social emotional development, acquisition of new concepts, theories and skills - all [...]

By |July 31st, 2021|Categories: NYC|Comments Off on Toddler Sleep Regression

How much sleep does my baby need?

Do you know how important sleep is to your overall physical and mental health? When we sleep several important functions happen in the brain and body, making the hours you get your Zzzs a big priority.   While the restorative functions during sleep are important at any age, they are especially important for young children such as babies and toddlers. Sleep is when much of your baby’s most crucial growth and development occurs. Not to mention, good sleep helps improve your child’s overall mood, sociability, attention, and learning capability. The bottom line? A well rested baby is a happy baby.   In this article we will discuss how many hours your child should be sleeping depending on their age. It’s important to note that newborns will sleep more hours than older children but sleep for shorter spans at a time. As they grow the number of hours of sleep they need decreases but the length [...]

By |July 31st, 2021|Categories: NYC|Comments Off on How much sleep does my baby need?

Signs of an Overtired Baby

While an exhausted baby may seem like a recipe for a little one who will sleep through the night, this couldn't be further from the truth. Over-tiredness has many consequences for people at any age, but for infants who are learning to regulate their sleep patterns, being overtired can cause difficulty falling and staying asleep. Whether you are on the go and are finding it hard to fit in naps or your baby is simply overstimulated in times when rest and winding down should be prioritized, there are lots of small things you can do to make your baby's sleep health a priority. Signs of an Overtired Baby When a baby is overtired it simply means that he or she is past the point of being ready to fall asleep. Once this happens the body's stress hormone, cortisol, is activated, which can actually cause your baby to stay awake longer and have trouble calming down, [...]

By |July 30th, 2021|Categories: NYC|Comments Off on Signs of an Overtired Baby

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We have loved helping families get their little ones on more consistent schedules and sleeping through the night. There is nothing better than hearing from clients how much freedom the schedule has given them, or how happy and adjusted their baby is from being on a routine.

 

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