don't tell your toddler it's bedtime because it's dark out

Don’t tell your toddler it’s bedtime because it’s dark outside

As parents, we often find ourselves on autopilot during the evening routine, and sometimes our words slip out without much thought. One phrase that many parents commonly use is, “It’s dark outside, so it’s time for bed.” While it might seem like a convenient explanation in the moment, I’m here to tell you why this […]

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is an early bedtime really the solution to early wakings

Is an earlier bedtime really the answer to solving early wakings?

Perhaps you’ve heard this sleep tip before: “Pull bedtime earlier if you are dealing with early morning wakings.” I know, I know. It sounds crazy but in many cases, an earlier bedtime can actually *help* with early morning wakings. If you feel skeptical, you’re not alone. Let’s walk through this piece of sleep advice below […]

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why you shouldn't threaten an early bedtime

Why you shouldn’t threaten an early bedtime

I made a big sleep mistake with my kids over the weekend… I threatened an early bedtime because I was frustrated. It was Saturday afternoon, and my boys had spent the previous night at their grandparents’ house. They’d stayed up late, had a full day, and by the afternoon, they were constantly bickering. I knew […]

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3 tips for offering a bedtime snack for toddlers

To bedtime snack or not to bedtime snack, that is the question. Here are some bedtime snack tips that I’ve put together with Alyssa, the dietitian behind nutritionforlittles.com.    Bedtime snack for toddlers tip #1 If you offer a bedtime snack, it should be offered consistently as a “built in” part of your nightly routine. […]

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how to handle parental preference at bedtime

How to handle parental preference at bedtime

If you’re a parent, you either know the feeling of being the preferred parent and then only one who can put your child to bed…. Or you know the feeling of being the non-preferred parent and therefore unable to help much at bedtime. Honestly, both of these feelings suck.   The preferred parent gets touched […]

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baby cries at bedtime

Baby cries at bedtime? Let’s talk about why…

Whether you have a little baby or a preschooler, you may be experiencing tears at bedtime right now. As frustrating as it is, I want to encourage you that this can be totally normal and there are several reasons WHY your child may be feeling some big emotions come bedtime. Let’s look at 4 things […]

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sample scripts to end bedtime stalling

Sample scripts to end bedtime stalling

If you’ve got a toddler or preschooler and you’re dealing with bedtime stalling, you’re not alone! It’s also important to know that this is perfectly normal behavior for your 2-5 year old. I find parents have a hard time with these main 2 things when bedtime stalling crops up: Understanding that it’s okay to say […]

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night time fears

Dos and don’ts of dealing with night time fears

It seems like so many different factors in your child’s life can cause sleep disruptions. But night time fears can leave you feeling really unprepared and unsure how to deal. Our goal with this podcast is to educate you on some big dos and don’ts so you feel slightly more prepared when those night time […]

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troubleshooting bedtime routine issues

Troubleshooting bedtime routine issues

Bedtime routines are KEY to healthy sleep habits. But when we start talking about establishing routines around sleep, there are several issues that pop up. Join us as we talk through troubleshooting for these common issues: Parental preference at bedtime Feeding to sleep association Screen usage before bedtime   Sleep Coaching Crash Course (4-24 months) […]

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4 reasons your baby is waking early

4 Reasons Your Baby Is Waking Early

How early did your child wake up this morning? If it’s anytime before 6am, we’ve got an early waking on hands! 🤮 BUT that doesn’t mean it has to be this way forever! In this blog I walk you through the main 4 reasons your child is waking early and how you can fix them […]

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