3 Ways to Transition From 2 Naps to 1 Nap – Find the Right Way For Your Toddler
No two toddlers are alike! Learn 3 different ways to transition from 2 naps to 1 nap so you can find the right way for your toddler!
Naps
Naps can be TOUGH! Even when your baby or toddler may finally be sleeping better at night, daytime sleep can still be a problem!
Sometimes your baby or toddler’s naps may be way too short. Sometimes they might be too long, or too much napping may be disrupting nighttime sleep.
Other times, parents may have trouble trying to figure out erratic naps that just don’t follow any kind of predictable pattern.
Sometimes your baby or toddler might just stop napping all together, and you’re left confused – and oh so tired!
Siblings and other daytime schedule commitments can also cause big trouble for your baby or toddler’s daytime sleep, and don’t even get us started on how tough vacations, out of town visitors, and travel can be – on everyone’s schedules!!
It’s especially frustrating when your baby (or toddler) has been napping well, but then naps suddenly go into a tailspin. (Hint – this often happens during a sleep regression, or during a nap transition.)
There are SO many reasons for rough daytime sleep! All of these nap issues can sure be tough to figure out, and tough to solve! Here in our naps archives you’ll find many helpful articles written all about your baby or toddler’s naps. We can help you solve your all of your baby’s nap issues!
You’ll learn what is going on, why it’s happening, and most importantly, what you can do about it! (And you’ll learn how to fix it!)
Read here for ALL of the helpful articles that you’ll need to tackle naps and get everyone sleeping well!
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 15+ 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? …
When Do Babies Drop to One Nap? 5 Signs to See Before You Switch to One Nap
How do you know when to transition your baby from two naps per day to one nap? Learn the signs and best age to switch.
5 Nap Tips for Twins: From the Land of Nod
Sleep is huge for new parents of multiples. We all know the challenges of a new baby who is awake around the clock, but two at a time?! Let’s just set the coffee pot on continuous brew, shall we? Although sleep can be difficult for new twin parents, good sleep in your house is possible, …
Baby Nap Chart: Learn How Long Baby Should Nap, and How Many Naps Baby Needs
We get nap questions really frequently from our clients – particularly these three questions: Well, we’re answering all of them in today’s article. How many naps your baby takes will depend on their age and unique development. All babies develop at their own unique rates. How long your baby’s naps are also depends on age, …
3 Signs Your Baby or Toddler Nap Expectations Are Unreasonable
We all want our babies and toddlers to take long, restorative naps at regular times each day, right? Judging by how popular our nap articles are with all of you, I’m betting you answered ‘Yes!’ to that question! But here’s something to consider – are the expectations you have for your baby or toddler’s naps …
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 …
Can the “Wake to Sleep” Method Help Lengthen Your Baby’s Short Naps?
An older, wiser friend once told me, “Baby naps are God’s way of saying to parents, ‘I love you. Now go take a shower.’” Pretty accurate, right? Most parents look forward to naptimes. Ahhhh… Those brief interludes when you can actually pause for breath, do the never-ending chores, or have a little “me” time. Of …
Does Your 6-Month Old Baby Need 2, 3, or 4 Naps?
There is a lot of confusion about how many naps your 6 month old baby needs. The short answer is “It depends on the baby.” This article will go into more detail about how many naps your 6 month old baby needs for healthy development. During a recent sleep consultation, I was contacted by a …
