COVID, Strep, and the Flu, Oh My! Early this year, my younger son was plagued with all three viruses…AT. THE. SAME. TIME! It wreaked havoc on his small body and of course his sleep. He had trouble falling asleep and staying asleep at night, and was often sleepy during the day. He suffered from high …
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A recent study by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows a 503% increase in pediatric melatonin ingestions from 2012 to 2021. Yes, you read that correctly up 503% since 2012. Melatonin is a naturally produced hormone in our bodies that helps calm and prepare us for sleep. It is key to …
I am so glad you asked! There actually is a difference between motion sleep and motionless sleep. Let’s start by defining each type of sleep. Motion Sleep: When any type of motion, whether it be a walk in a stroller or carrier, a ride in a car, a baby swing, or just being rocked by …
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Conducive Sleep Environment Safety is always the top priority. Make sure your child is sleeping in their own space, whether it is a crib or bed. Follow all safety guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics for safe sleep. If they have transitioned to a bed, make sure the room is safe, as they are …
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No matter the age of your child a dark room can make all the difference. Want to know if your room is dark enough? When you walk in, can you see your hand in front of you? It should be hard! Eventually your eyes will adjust, but you want it THAT dark! Light of any …
It is summertime! That means it is time for a family vacation — time to head to the beach, go to an amusement park, or visit a new city. Sandy beaches, blue skies, clear water, fun rides, ice-cream cones, sightseeing, and sleepy, cranky children. Wait! One of those things does not belong. Traveling with your …
Yikes! My Child Wakes Before the Sun! Tips for Parents with Early Risers Is your baby waking before sunrise? Is your toddler in your room before 5am? Do 3 cups of coffee not even make a dent on mounting exhaustion? Early risings are a sleep disruption and are brutal for everyone in the family. I …
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When to Drop the Nap Oh no! Say it isn’t so. Those precious midday hours of quiet bliss might come to an end! Is your toddler ready to drop her nap, for good? Here are a few questions to ask yourself. *Is your child 3 years old? *Is your child waking throughout the night or …
Nap Transition: 2 to 1 Nap “How do I know if my baby is ready for one nap?” I get this question a lot! Actually, clients often come to me if they have dropped a nap too soon. The result is usually an overtired, cranky child. Yikes! None of us want that. Here are a …
The holidays are here. They might look different this year, but even with smaller gatherings and less travel, holidays are likely to disrupt our routines. Changes within the daily schedule can certainly mess with sleep — for both adults and children! Here are some quick tips to help maintain healthy sleep during the next few …
