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 ready to drop the last nap and
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5 Things You Need to Know About Your 2 Year Old’s Sleep
If you’ve followed this blog for a while, you’re likely no stranger to the concept of sleep regressions. You've probably experienced them first-hand, right? ;) If you’re new here, however, let us fill you in. A sleep regression refers to a period of time when a baby or toddler who’s been sleeping well suddenly begins waking at night and during naptime or even refusing to go to sleep at all. There are several distinct regression phases that most babies and toddlers experience: one at 4
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
Why Not All 12 Month Olds Transition to One Nap
As your baby approaches her first birthday, most parents are beginning to wonder when it's time to transition to one nap. How will you know when it's time? 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 to one nap is actually between 15 and 18 months. They take just one nap until between 3 and 4 years old, on average, before they stop napping all together. This article will review the