5 Month Old Sleep Schedule: Wake Windows, Feedings, and Development
5 month old sleep schedules include 10-12 hours of night sleep, wake windows of 2-3 hours, and 3-4 hours of sleep during naps.
The Pacifier Trick Every Parent Should Know
Love ’em or hate ’em, for many of us, pacifiers are a necessity. It’s estimated that anywhere from 75% – 85% of babies and toddlers have used a pacifier for soothing at some point. And it’s understandable! Pacifiers can be a great way to provide instant soothing and to calm fussy, inconsolable babies or toddlers. …
5 Gentle Techniques For Managing Toddler Bedtime Stalling
Did you know I have a toddler at home? I do – she’s a beautiful, smart, funny little 2.5 year old. She’s amazing, and I adore her with every ounce of my being. Did you know that I have a toddler at home? I do – she’s a stubborn, defiant, strong-willed little tyrant. She’s exhausting, …
How To Gently Transition Your Baby or Toddler From Co-Sleeping to Crib or Bed
Transitioning your baby or toddler from co-sleeping is not easy. Learn tips on how to gently stop co-sleeping with less crying!
The 3 Key Ingredients For Better Baby and Toddler Sleep
I’m no baker-extraordinaire, but I’ve baked enough in my time to know a thing or two about recipes. And I know that when it comes to a recipe for a yummy baked good, there are things I can change and things I most definitely cannot. For instance, I always substitute unsweetened applesauce for half the …
5 Sleep-Friendly Crib Toys For Babies
Crib toys can help your baby feel more comfortable in their crib, and entertain your baby too! But which toys are best, and when? Find our top 5 picks here!
Will Crib Toys Ruin Your Baby’s Sleep?
A question we hear fairly often from parents is whether or not it’s okay to put crib toys or aquariums in the baby’s crib. Lots of us use these kinds of crib toys as a way to entertain our babies, or to give them something to do after they wake up from sleep (in the …
Should You Keep Your Baby or Toddler Up Late For Special Events?
Holiday merriment approaches, readers! However you celebrate the holidays, I hope you have lots of holiday fun in store in the coming weeks. Speaking of holiday fun — have you ever found yourself simultaneously blessing and cursing the holiday plans you’ve made? There’s lots to enjoy this time of year, between the parties and the dinners …
How To Prepare Your Toddler or Preschooler (And Yourself!) For A New Baby
Toddlers and preschoolers may have a hard time adjusting to a new baby at home. Learn tips and resources to help prepare your child for the sweet new arrival!
