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Is Expecting Self-Soothing Expecting Too Much?

Last updated: August 1, 2023 by Nicole Johnson, B.A., M.B.A., Lead Pediatric Sleep Consultant

Expectations can be tricky things, can’t they? On the one hand, setting expectations helps to shape behaviors. (Both our lives and the lives of others.) And setting healthy boundaries is a good thing. (Again, in our lives and in the lives of others.) But expectations can also backfire on us, can’t they? Unhealthy expectations can turn …

The Top 2 Self-Soothing Myths BUSTED (We Hate #2!)

Last updated: October 19, 2023 by Nicole Johnson, B.A., M.B.A., Lead Pediatric Sleep Consultant

We debunk 2 of the most common baby self-soothing myths, and share facts about teaching babies to self-soothe, plus sleep training and self soothing tips.

Your Toddler’s Weird Self-Soothing Behaviors Explained

Last updated: November 14, 2023 by Nicole Johnson, B.A., M.B.A., Lead Pediatric Sleep Consultant

Let’s be honest for a moment. Our toddlers are cute — no doubt about that! But sometimes, their behavior is…well…weird. Picking their noses in public? Drinking the bathwater? Insisting on being naked at all times? Throwing tantrums over the color of their socks? Yeah…toddlers can be strange little people sometimes! And speaking of strange — …

Do We Expect Too Much to Have Babies Self-Soothe to Sleep?

Last updated: December 4, 2023 by Nicole Johnson, B.A., M.B.A., Lead Pediatric Sleep Consultant

Can younger babies really self soothe? How can parents help and still be sensitive to baby’s development?

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