Newborns like to be held in your arms a lot so it's no wonder why it's hard to put them down to sleep. This post will share how to get your newborn to sleep in a bassinet based on my experience as an infant sleep consultant since 2008. Why Newborns Won't Sleep in a Bassinet Before we get to how to get your newborn to sleep in a bassinet, let's talk about why many babies won't sleep in a bassinet. Here are the primary reasons: Sleeping flat is unnatural when babies first come out of
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Is Your Baby Sick? Try These 5 Remedies
When babies are sick, it can mean long sleepless nights for everyone in the house. What remedies can you use to treat your babies with mild illnesses such as a cold, fever, or flu? How do you help your sick baby sleep? And, how can you protect your baby from getting severely ill? If you’re a parent who works in construction areas or factories, you may also ask whether exposure to chemicals in your workplace might affect your baby’s health. For instance, asbestos is a dangerous substance. It
Should I Swaddle My Baby For Daytime Naps?
Swaddling your newborn baby can help them sleep better but should you swaddle your baby for daytime naps? As a sleep consultant for over 10 years, I get this question a lot and the answer might surprise you. Read on for more information about when you should swaddle your baby for naps. Why Swaddle Your Baby? The benefits of swaddling are numerous. Most babies sleep better while they are swaddled because it mimics the womb, keeps their startle reflex from waking them up, helps to keep them
Is a 3-Hour Nap Too Long for Your Baby?
We all want our babies to take long, luxurious naps but how long is too long? Is a 3-hour nap too long for a baby? The short answer is no, it's not too long IF that's what your baby needs! However, the answer isn't always so straightforward. As a sleep consultant for over 10 years, I can tell you that there are sometimes you want to wake your baby. I'm happy to share tips for your baby's schedule today! 3-Hour Naps for Newborns Newborn babies tend to sleep a lot in the early days.
Top 5 Baby Zip Sleepers in Organic Cotton To Help Baby Sleep Like…well…a Baby!
When your baby is sleeping, you want the best for them and that includes what's on their skin. By using baby zip sleepers in organic cotton, you can avoid pesticides and other toxic chemicals. Here are the top 5 to consider! Why Organic Cotton? Before we get to the top 5 baby zip sleepers in organic cotton, let me share why you should use organic cotton. First, all cotton is grown in soil and then picked to be woven into materials we use every day. However, organic cotton is made from
3 Things to Do For Your Baby’s Future Before They Even Arrive
Any expecting parent feels a combination of excitement and worry. First, it is exciting that you will soon have a baby who you will love more than anything! However, the worry will set in -- you'll also need to take care of that baby’s every need to keep them healthy and happy. Among the many things you need to do before your baby arrives, there are certain steps you need to take to ensure their continued well-being no matter what happens. We recommend you get the following 3 things in
9 Month Sleep Regression: How to Avoid It or Fix It
The 9-month sleep regression is a 3 to 6-week period of time when your baby might wake up a lot at night and take short naps. In other words, your 9 month old stops sleeping! Can you avoid the 9-month sleep regression? Based on my 15 years as a sleep consultant, there are 7 things you can do to try to avoid it altogether that I'm going to share with you today! What is the 9 Month Sleep Regression? As with most sleep regressions, the 9-month sleep regression causes a baby to wake up a lot
When Do Babies Drop to Two Naps?
Babies drop to two naps around 8 months old, on average, though it can happen anytime between 5 and 10 months. Here are a few tips to transition your baby to two naps based on my 10+ years of experience as a baby sleep consultant. Newborn babies will take 4-5 naps a day but by 5-6 months old, most babies are taking 3 naps a day. However, the third nap is often a 30-45-minute catnap that will go away very soon. Let's talk about the best time to drop the third nap. When Do Babies Transition
5 Reasons Why Your 8 Month Old Won’t Sleep
Children are a joy but when 8-month-old babies won't sleep, it is exhausting! As a sleep consultant for over 10 years, I have found there are 5 primary reasons 8-month-olds won't sleep including a sleep regression, teething, hunger, separation anxiety, and schedule problems. Learn about each reason in more detail below! 8 Month Old Sleep Regression 8-month-old babies are learning at a very rapid pace. Your baby has likely gone from a newborn who basically eats, poops, and sleeps to being
