Sleep training baby is not something parents seek out to do, but if your baby won't sleep or your baby fights sleep, then sleep training may solve your baby sleep problems. Learn the ins and outs of sleep training with this ultimate guide. What is sleep training? The term "sleep training" used to be associated with cry it out, but I would like to think that is an old definition, now. Most new parents these days understand there are a lot of different ways you can sleep train your baby
Baby Crying in Sleep – What Does It Mean and How Should You Handle It?
Is your baby crying in their sleep? If so, you are not alone! But, why do babies cry in their sleep? Learn these top 5 reasons and how you should handle it. First, before you learn how to handle your baby crying in their sleep, let's explore some reasons for crying. Here are the top 5 reasons babies cry in their sleep, in no particular order: Hunger - The most obvious reason a baby cries in their sleep is due to a feeding time. Some babies do not wake up completely in order to signal
Top 10 Baby Sleep Training Dos and Dont’s
We have written many articles about sleep training from why night-weaning may be failing, the best age to start sleep training to what's the best weekday to start sleep training. We have also answered questions like whether to use cry it out for naps, what types of sleep training methods exist, and whether you should stop sleep training during separation anxiety. We obviously get a lot of questions about sleep training in our Helpdesk and we thought it would be a good idea to write up a
5 Essential Tips for the Crib to Toddler Bed Transition
The crib to toddler bed transition often happens around 3-4 years old, on average, sometimes as early as 18 months or as old as 5 years old. But, how do you transition to a toddler bed so your entire family isn't awake all night? How do you avoid your toddler skipping their nap? Today, we share 5 essential tips for a smooth crib to toddler bed transition. What age to transition from crib to toddler bed The age to transition to a toddler bed ranges from 18 months old to 5 years old, if
How to Get Baby to Sleep in a Crib
Whether you were co-sleeping or bed-sharing or your baby was in a bassinet or Arms Reach Co-sleeper type of sleep space, you may now be wondering how to get baby to sleep in a crib. Let's break it down: Sleep on the crib sheets so your scent is transferred. Spend awake time and playtime in the crib. Create a consistent bedtime routine that you can follow. Start with just one sleep period. Put your baby down awake in the crib. Soothe your baby crib-side until he or she falls
Is There a 6-Month Sleep Regression?
We have all heard of the 4 month sleep regression, but is there a 6-month sleep regression? In my experience of over 10 years as a sleep consultant, there isn't really a 6-month sleep regression so much as some other growth and development going on that may or may not impact your baby's sleep. In this article, I will explore what's happening so you can maximize your baby's sleep. 6 Month Old Sleep Needs Your 6-month old baby likely needs 11-12 hours of sleep at night and 2-3 hours of
How to Get a Baby to Sleep
How to get a baby to sleep sounds quite simple really. All we need to do is follow these easy steps: Create a sleep-inducing environment in your room or the nursery. Follow a short sleep routine of steps you will follow before each sleep period. Feed your baby. End your sleep routine consistently. Lay your baby down in his or her sleep space slightly awake. Allow your baby to try to fall asleep independently. Simple, right? If only it was that simple. For some babies, it will be,
How Much Do Newborns Sleep? The Answer May Surprise You!
Most people will tell you that newborns virtually sleep all day and night, waking up to only pee, poop, and eat. But, that's not always the case! How much newborns sleep will depend on a variety of factors, mostly related to your baby's temperament. The average amount newborns sleep is 14-16 hours in a 24-hour period, broken into multiple sleep periods or naps. Of course, all babies are different and one important thing to always remember is that your baby may not be like those around
How to Handle When Your Baby Only Wants to Sleep in Arms or On Chest
There are a lot of decisions to make as a new parent. Should you buy a bassinet, co-sleeper, or a crib? And, you must decide whether or not to share a room with your baby, too. You can spend a lot of time (and money) getting your baby's sleep space ready. And, many times, babies sleep just fine exactly where you planned. But, sometimes, they don't. What happens when your baby only wants to sleep in your arms or on your chest? You may rock the baby to sleep in no time, but as soon as you