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Why Does My Baby Wake Up 30 Minutes After Bedtime? (False Starts Explained)

Last updated: March 24, 2026 by Nicole Johnson, B.A., M.B.A., Lead Pediatric Sleep Consultant

If your baby falls asleep at bedtime and then wakes up again about 30 (or 20 or 60) minutes later, it can feel confusing and frustrating. Many parents hope that once their baby is asleep for the night, they will stay asleep, but that is not always the case. This pattern is often called a …

2 Month Old Wake Windows: How Long Your Baby Should Stay Awake

Last updated: March 27, 2026 by Nicole Johnson, B.A., M.B.A., Lead Pediatric Sleep Consultant

Mom cuddling her 2 month old baby while smiling, baby’s face not visible, showing a loving bedtime moment

At 2 months old, many babies start staying awake a little longer and becoming more alert between naps. While newborns may only tolerate very short periods of awake time, 2-month-old babies can usually handle slightly longer wake windows before needing sleep again. Understanding the best 2 month old wake windows can help prevent overtiredness, improve …

5 Common Baby and Toddler Bedtime Mistakes You May Be Making

Last updated: July 11, 2023 by Nicole Johnson, B.A., M.B.A., Lead Pediatric Sleep Consultant

Are you making any bedtime mistakes? You probably know by now that one easy way to help maximize your little one’s sleep is to create a predictable bedtime routine. Routines help our children know what is coming next, so a bedtime routine signals to your baby or toddler that it is time to wind down, …

When Your Babysitter or Nanny Just Won’t Stick To The Baby’s Schedule

Last updated: January 14, 2026 by Nicole Johnson, B.A., M.B.A., Lead Pediatric Sleep Consultant

If your child’s babysitter or nanny won’t stick to the routine, what exactly should you do about it? Here are 5 steps to solve this problem.

5 Things To Do BEFORE Sleep Training

Last updated: August 22, 2023 by Nicole Johnson, B.A., M.B.A., Lead Pediatric Sleep Consultant

You just can’t take it anymore. The exhaustion, the bleary eyes, the waking-up-more-times-each-night-than-you-thought-humanly-possible… “Enough is enough!” you’ve said to yourself. It’s time to take action. It’s time to reclaim your nights. It is time to start sleep training! This, readers, is the point at which many parents first visit The Baby Sleep Site. They’re beyond …