Crying is not a fire that needs to be extinguished

Crying is not a fire that needs to be extinguished

As parents, we often feel an instinctive need to intervene when we hear our child cry. It’s almost like a reflex—our hearts race, and we leap into action, ready to put out what we perceive as a fire. But what if I told you that crying isn’t a fire that needs to be extinguished immediately? […]

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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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Sick baby sleep: what to do and what not to do

Is there anything worse than dealing with a sick baby and sleep? They’re uncomfortable. You feel bad because you want to help but don’t always know how. And don’t even get me started on sleep. It can feel like a giant crap-shoot. My guess is, if you’re reading this blog- you are probably going through […]

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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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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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help! is my toddler really done napping?

Help! Is my toddler really done napping?

I get this dreaded question on a weekly basis from my followers. I know the fear it can strike in the hearts of mothers when their toddler suddenly stops napping. It causes us to go into catastrophe mode and worry that they will never ever nap again! But, I’m here to bring some calm, reason, […]

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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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