The 6 Month Sleep Regression Myth

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 15 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 …

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How to Handle When Your Baby Only Wants to Sleep in Arms or On Chest

How to Handle When Your Baby Only Wants to Sleep in Arms or On Chest

This post is for all the parents whose baby only wants to sleep in arms or on chests. 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 …

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10 Cautions About Twelve Hours’ Sleep by Twelve Weeks Old Book

12 Hours' Sleep by 12 Weeks? 10 Cautions from a Sleep Expert

Twelve Hours’ Sleep by Twelve Weeks Old is a book by Suzy Giordano and Lisa Abidin. This book lays out steps you can follow to help your baby sleep through the night by a young age. (12 weeks for singletons, a bit older for multiples.) The book is a very quick read and very easy …

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The Ultimate Toddler Nap Guide

The Ultimate Toddler Nap Guide

Toddlers nap until 3 to 4 years old, on average. Learn all you need to know about your toddler’s nap based on my 15+ years as a sleep consultant. Why do toddlers need to nap? Toddlers need to nap to support their growth and development. Their bodies and brains are growing at very rapid rates, …

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3 Things to Do When Your Baby Won’t Sleep in a Bedside Bassinet

3 Things To Do When Your Baby Won't Sleep in a Bedside Bassinet

Like many things you can buy for your newborn baby, there’s no guarantee you will use all of them! A common issue that comes up often is when your newborn baby won’t sleep in their brand-new bedside bassinet! Some babies won’t sleep in their bedside bassinet at night while other newborns won’t sleep in the …

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5 Tips to Using the Arm’s Reach Co-Sleeper Bassinet For Maximum Sleep

5 Tips to Using the Arm's Reach Co-Sleeper

The Arm’s Reach Co-Sleeper is a sleep space for your newborn baby that can be placed right next to (or attached to) a parent’s bed. This can help you feel confident your baby is safe and make night feedings easier. But, does it work to help you and your baby get the best sleep? Use …

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Is it Okay for Newborns to be Sleeping on Their Side?

Is It Okay For Newborns To Be Sleeping On Their Side?

To reduce the risk of SIDS, we should place babies on their backs to sleep, unless your baby’s doctor advises otherwise. But, what if your baby rolls to their side to sleep? Is it okay for newborns to be sleeping on their side? Yes, it is okay for newborns to be sleeping on their side …

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Should You Wean From the Zipadee Zip Sleep Sack Before, During, or After Sleep Training?

When Should You Wean From the Zipadee Zip?

We’ve been recommending the Zipadee Zip sleep sack long before they were on Shark Tank and we have worked with many happy families who have used it. But, a common question is should you wean from the Zipadee Zip before, after, or during sleep training? Do you have to wean from this swaddle transition sleep …

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