Is “Gentle” Sleep Training really a thing? You may have seen this “gentle sleep training” trend that’s been picking up speed, especially on social media. It promises a kinder, gentler way of getting babies sleeping through the night. Have you noticed it? It may be...
When is the best time for your baby or toddler to start transitioning from bottle to cup? As a sleep consultant, this is a common question, and the answer may actually surprise you! Today I want to have a look at what a couple of different authorities say, and then...
I’m a sucker for summer holidays. Holidays bring travel and joy, especially if gathering with extended family. But they can also bring a host of disruptions to your baby’s or child’s sleep routine. It can be tempting to throw schedules out the window to accommodate...
You may have heard about the 4 month sleep regression. Is it really a thing? Find out more here As your child grows and develops, their sleep habits can change—sometimes dramatically. Toddlers and preschoolers who have previously slept through the night often begin...
I have a passion for working with sleep and special needs children, because I too am parenting one of those children. And parenting can be tough in this case, believe me. But it’s even tougher if you have a child who is not sleeping. What do I mean by a...
Does the brain rest during sleep? The answer may surprise you. The brain actually works harder during sleep than you may think. Each night, when our bodies lie down and rest, the brain starts a rather complex journey. During this journey, the brain employs an array...
Bedtime anxiety is something I come across frequently in my role. Whether it be due to past trauma (like the Christchurch earthquakes), fears due to imagination kicking in, or simply freaking out from not having a good strategy to fall asleep. There are ways to...
If you want to improve your child’s sleep, often things have to change. That makes sense, right? But here’s the thing, change isn’t always easy. And when we’re talking about baby sleep, I want you to be prepared for an...
Good sleep hygiene says you should NOT use screens for AT LEAST an hour before bed (ideally two hours). But do screens at bedtime really affect sleep? Let’s see… It's mainly to do with melatonin release Melatonin is known as our "sleepy hormone". It is released in...
When it comes to parenting there are some common traps we all fall into. When we’re talking toddlerhood one common issue is the “favourite parent”. Whether you’ve hit this milestone moment where your child has a parental preference, or you want to be...
6 must knows about sleep after 12 months of age What should you expect with sleep AFTER the first year? I’ve previously written about the nap changes that happen in baby’s first year, but then what? Here are 6 must knows about sleep after 12 months of age. The...
Have you ever wished you had a better parent-child relationship? Did you know you can improve the quality of your relationship with your child by ensuring they get enough sleep? That’s right, you can improve your relationship and more just by improving sleep! When...