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The Routine Sandwich: A Proven Bedtime Strategy for Spirited Toddlers
The Ultimate Bedtime Routine That Transforms Chaos into Calm for High-Energy Kids
5 Ways to Naturally Boost Melatonin Production
Melatonin is a naturally-occurring hormone often referred to as the ‘sleepy hormone’ as it helps to control our body’s daily rhythms and sleep-wake cycles. Melatonin levels are very low during the day and start rising in the evenings as it gets darker, and we settle down for bed.
Making the move from your room to theirs: tips for a smooth transition
Most parents sleep in with their baby in the early days, preferring to have the bassinet close to their bed for easy access during night wakings. Some parents co-sleep. Some don’t. Some parents room share with their babies for a lot longer than the usual six months or so…
Why do some sleep consultants say cry it out isn’t cry it out?
Don’t use bed or an early night as a punishment
One thing we aim for when we start any gentle sleep training program is to teach children independence, confidence and the ability to develop good sleep habits for life. This is why we spend time comforting, assuring and soothing. This is why we respond to our child’s needs and feed into their self-esteem with positive affirmations. This is why we parent intuitively and are keen to nurture confidence in ourselves and them. One thing that helps with building these lifelong habits for good sleep is to create a positive attitude around sleep, which starts in the bedroom.
The 10-minute practice for helping your overtired child fall asleep
When children are overtired, falling asleep becomes a struggle. Their sleep duration may be significantly shorter, and they may wake up frequently and urgently. Sometimes overtiredness is unavoidable, and your child’s sleep may suffer. I have a 10-minute practice you can do to help your child relax when they are overtired.
What to do when your child is climbing out of the crib
Are you a parent whose child has mastered the art of crib climbing, or maybe you’re anticipating the day they’ll make their great escape?
If so, this mini-masterclass is tailor-made for you.
In this mini-masterclass, I offer valuable insights and practical tips for parents facing the challenge of keeping their little climbers safe and secure in their cribs. We address the safety concerns associated with these crib climbers.
How to get your toddler to sleep in their own bed!
It can seem like an impossible task, and you may have people suggesting harsh tactics to help get your toddler to sleep in their bed. This mini-masterclass will give you a solid plan for helping your toddler love falling asleep in their bed.