how to wean off the pacifier for sleep

How to wean off the pacifier for sleep

*This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my privacy and disclosure statement for more information. Weaning your child off the pacifier can feel like a daunting task, especially when it comes to sleep. After all, that little comfort object has likely become a key part of your child’s bedtime routine. But as much as […]

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drowsy but awake

Why I don’t recommend drowsy but awake

Yup, I’m saying it. Drowsy but awake doesn’t work for most families. 🤷‍♀️   Right off the bat I know that there will be someone commenting that they successfully implemented drowsy but awake – and I’m happy for them! But after talking with thousands of parents, I can tell you it does NOT work for […]

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Sleep Coaching Methods

A common concern I hear is: “How do I teach my baby to fall asleep without my help?” The answer, “Sleep coaching!” Now, there is WAY more to sleep coaching than just the sleep coaching method that you use but I thought it would be helpful to share my run down of the different options.

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are sleep props bad?

What Is A Sleep Prop And Is It Bad?

If you take a look around my site, you will see lots of mentions of sleep props or sleep associations. You may be wondering, “What IS a sleep prop?” A sleep prop (also known as a sleep association, crutch, or assist to sleep) can be anything that your baby depends on to fall asleep. All […]

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Night Wakings: Hunger or Comfort?

**I want to start this post with a DISCLAIMER: You should always talk to your pediatrician regarding your child’s night feedings. If you are unsure if your child still needs a night feeding, always discuss this concern with your pediatrician. None of the following information should be taken as medical advice. ** Most parents survive […]

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Sleep “Regressions”

Imagine this with me: Your baby has been getting into a sleeping rhythm. You can almost predict when he will wake from his naps, how long it will take him to fall asleep at bedtime, and what time he will wake at night to feed, if at all. Then, out of nowhere, his sleep gets […]

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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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should i let my baby sleep with a pacifier?

Should I Let My Baby Sleep With A Pacifier Or Not?

Should I let my baby sleep with a pacifier? Have you ever found yourself cursing your baby’s pacifier? Or perhaps you’re on the opposite end of the spectrum and you swear by its magical powers for sleep? I’m breaking down my feelings about pacifiers as a sleep consultant. I’m not anti-pacifier but there is definitely […]

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dockatot not recommended

Is DockATot Safe For Sleeping? Why I’m Not A Fan

First off, I need to say this: This post is not meant to shame or judge families that have used, or may continue to use, the DockATot. That is not my intention and if you follow me, you already know that. I made several unsafe sleep decisions with my own newborns, some knowingly and some […]

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