If you’ve ever put your baby down for a nap, tiptoed out of the room, and just barely made it to your coffee before hearing them cry again—this one’s for you. Short naps (we’re talking 30–45 minutes, sometimes less) get a bad rap. They’re often labeled as “unrestorative,” and you’ve probably been told they need to be […]
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It’s easy to miss how big a role the jaw plays in our kids’ overall health. We usually don’t think about it until the dentist brings up braces, or we notice our child snoring, breathing through their mouth, or dealing with constant congestion. But jaw growth? It’s a major piece of the puzzle when it
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I’ll be honest—play doesn’t come naturally to me.I’m not the parent who loves pretend play or builds elaborate block towers or comes up with creative characters on the fly. If left to my own devices, I’d be pretty content skipping the pretend games altogether and just getting through the day as efficiently as possible. But
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When we talk about responsive parenting, a common misconception is that it means avoiding all tears, all the time. But the reality is actually about how we show up for our children in the midst of their emotions, rather than eliminating the emotions completely. This is especially true when it comes to night weaning. Tears Are Not
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If you’re thinking about night weaning, I have a little tip that can make the entire process so much smoother. Start by setting some gentle nursing boundaries during the day first. This doesn’t mean overhauling your entire nursing relationship or suddenly enforcing a rigid schedule. In fact, you get to make this look however you want. You can be
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If your child needs you close to fall asleep, that’s completely normal! Many little ones feel safest when a parent is nearby as they drift off—it’s how they’re wired. But if you’re looking for a responsive, relationship-based way to support them in building a little more independence at bedtime, I want to share one of my favorite strategies with
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If you’re in the newborn trenches, waking up all night long, you might be wondering—does total sleep matter more than getting long, uninterrupted stretches? And is it normal for babies to wake this much? Spoiler: Yes, it’s normal. And yes, your baby is supposed to sleep this way. Newborns Are Built to Wake Up (A Lot!) Babies don’t sleep like adults, and
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Bedtime battles? Stalling? Suddenly dying of thirst the moment the lights go out? Yeah, we’ve all been there. Here’s the thing—most of the time, kids aren’t fighting sleep itself. They’re fighting separation. When kids feel connected before bed, they settle more easily. They resist less. They actually go to sleep instead of popping out of bed 14 times for “just
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For years, parents have been told that bedsharing is dangerous and should always be avoided. Pediatric organizations issue blanket recommendations against it, emphasizing risks without acknowledging the biological realities of infant sleep—especially for breastfeeding families. But here’s the thing: even physicians, who are trained to discourage bedsharing, often end up doing it themselves. A study published
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As a parent, you probably know how important tummy time is, especially since the safe sleep recommendations changed to placing baby to sleep on their back. In addition to the “Back to Sleep” campaign, parents have started to use “baby containers” more and more (things like carseats, swings, bouncers, and more). Placing baby to sleep
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If you need a little bit more support than an hourly consult, this is the package for you. Ideal for any age and includes the following: