While an exhausted baby may seem like a recipe for a little one who will sleep through the night, this couldn't be further from the truth. Over-tiredness has many consequences for people at any age, but for infants who are learning to regulate their sleep patterns, being overtired can cause difficulty falling and staying asleep. Whether you are on the go and are finding it hard to fit in naps or your baby is simply overstimulated in times when rest and winding down should be prioritized, there are lots of small things you can do to make your baby's sleep health a priority. Signs of an Overtired Baby When a baby is overtired it simply means that he or she is past the point of being ready to fall asleep. Once this happens the body's stress hormone, cortisol, is activated, which can actually cause your baby to stay awake longer and have trouble calming down, [...]

When deciding to have a baby, many city-dwelling parents question if they should make the move to the country or suburbs to raise a family. However, the reality is that many parents successfully raise their children in some of the busiest cities of America! In fact, raising your child in a busy city has some unique benefits that you won’t find anywhere else.   At Sleep Shop we work with moms in busy urban areas including New York City. We can help you navigate the early stages of your baby and toddler’s life to make your nights restful from the start.   The Benefits of City Living   There are so many amazing things about living in a city like New York and being a parent. While things might move at a fast pace, there are endless options for parents to get involved with the community and keep both themselves and their children connected, entertained, [...]

Swaddling young babies is one of the oldest practices when it comes to infant care. It’s commonly thought that swaddling can soothe your baby and in some cases this is true. Swaddling is thought to replicate the feeling of warmth and comfort the baby experiences in the womb or being held and the wrapping technique can be comforting for some children.   In this article we will discuss the benefits of swaddling and the situations when swaddling should be avoided. Plus, we will tell you the safest way to swaddle your baby and what babies can benefit the most from swaddling.   The benefits of swaddling   For parents who are looking for a better night’s sleep, swaddling can offer a plethora of benefits if done properly. Swaddling can help your little one make the transition from the womb to the outside world a little easier.   Some of the benefits of swaddling include: Sleeping [...]

Is your baby waking up wide awake in the middle of the night? Waking to feed or need a diaper change is one thing, but when your baby is waking only to be up for an hour or longer ready to play, what do you do? Believe it or not, it is actually extremely common for both babies and toddlers to wake during the night for prolonged periods of time and want to interact with their surroundings and other people. To start with solving the problem, we have to look at what could be causing it. At Sleep Shop, we are experts at helping New York City moms get their babies' sleep health on track. Read our tips to get your baby or toddler on the path to sleeping through the night for good! Reason 1: Your Child is Overtired While it may make sense that if your baby is exhausted they will sleep more, [...]