Naps that are too short, or naps that are erratic and don't follow any kind of predictable pattern, can sure get a parent down. 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.) If you're struggling with erratic or shortened naps, don't worry - we can help! In today's article, we offer 10 quick tips that you can put to use right now in order
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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 unreasonable? How can you be sure that your nap expectations are reasonable, and are in keeping with what your baby or toddler is capable of? Sometimes, when we work with parents who say
3 Signs Your Toddler Is Ready To Stop Napping and How To Transition to Rest Time
When do kids stop napping? Ever heard the expression 'all good things must come to an end'? It proves true in many cases, doesn't it? Good books, beach vacations, chocolate cake...sooner or later, good things end. We can add something else to this list - naps. It's true! The naps that were (or perhaps are) a regular part of your baby's life will gradually decrease, and at some point in your little one's young life, they will stop altogether. But how do you know when your toddler is
How Many Naps Does Your Baby or Toddler Actually Need?
Napping is a hot topic around The Baby Sleep Site®, and it’s no wonder: most of us count nap time as our favorite time of the day! Of course, naps are essential for the health and development of your baby, but don’t count yourself out -- you need a little downtime during the day, too! And naps offer the perfect opportunity for you to get a little breather. One of the most popular questions we get around here (aside from “How can I get my baby to nap longer?”) is “How many naps does
12 Month Sleep Regression and Why Not All 12 Month Olds Transition to One Nap
This post will help you learn more about the 12 month sleep regression and the transition to one nap. As your baby approaches their first birthday, most parents are beginning to wonder when it's time to transition to one nap. Why is my 12-month-old skipping naps? How will you know when it's time to transition to one nap? Don't all 12-month-olds take just one nap? Actually, they don't. It surprised me when I was a new mom, too, but the average age for a toddler to transition
