When you bring your new baby home it is both exciting and tiring. But when the latter starts to take over and feelings of exhaustion and frustration with your child become overwhelming, it is easy to feel both guilty and alone. These emotions are all normal, but being exhausted affects more than just your feelings, it makes it difficult to function in every way!   There are more consequences to lack of sleep than you may think. Not getting enough Zzzs can cause a myriad of symptoms and problems including, but not limited to: irritability, confusion, weight gain, hormone imbalance, lack of concentration, poor immunity, and increased stress levels.   Good sleep isn’t only important for you though—a well rested baby is a happy baby. But to make sure you are able to focus on your child’s needs, you need to be on your A-game. If you’re feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, these tips from our [...]

Whether your baby is a sleeping angel or a night-time party animal, there is no question that sleep is a non-linear journey for most parents. Your child will go through many stages and, at some points, struggles as they adjust to sleeping schedules and routines. However, there are certain things you can do to make your child’s sleep easier—one of the most important being creating a peaceful and safe environment for them to rest in.   Start with a crib Your baby will be sleeping a lot for the first year of their life, so having a dedicated space to put him or her to bed at night is a great way to start creating consistency. Your baby’s crib should be free of blankets, toys, stuffed animals, and bumpers. For safety, you should always put your baby to sleep on her back.   If you choose to, you can also put your baby to sleep [...]

Has your sweet toddler who normally is a star sleeper suddenly become defiant at bedtime? If your once restful baby is suddenly having trouble staying asleep through the night, it is easy to worry that something is wrong, but there is a common reason for what you may be experiencing.   Toddler sleep regression is a phenomena that typically occurs around 18 months, 2 years old, and 3 years old (but it can happen at any time). Your little one may suddenly do things such as try to escape the bed, wake up frequently at night, or try to fight going to sleep.   In this article we will discuss the basics of toddler sleep regression and what you can expect if you are dealing with a toddler who is making a fuss at nap or bedtime.   What causes toddler sleep regression? Social emotional development, acquisition of new concepts, theories and skills - all [...]

Do you know how important sleep is to your overall physical and mental health? When we sleep several important functions happen in the brain and body, making the hours you get your Zzzs a big priority.   While the restorative functions during sleep are important at any age, they are especially important for young children such as babies and toddlers. Sleep is when much of your baby’s most crucial growth and development occurs. Not to mention, good sleep helps improve your child’s overall mood, sociability, attention, and learning capability. The bottom line? A well rested baby is a happy baby.   In this article we will discuss how many hours your child should be sleeping depending on their age. It’s important to note that newborns will sleep more hours than older children but sleep for shorter spans at a time. As they grow the number of hours of sleep they need decreases but the length [...]