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Do any of these situations sound familiar? Your child takes short naps that are all over the place as far as timing goes. You really need to get some things done around the house but your little one wakes up shortly after going to sleep. Your child really fights going to sleep for naps and/or bedtime. Your child has to be rocked, bounced, driven around, put in the stroller, nursed or bottle fed, and/or laid with to go to sleep. Your child has taken over your bed and you are ready to have your bed back! Your child wakes before 6:00 am. Your little one is often fussy and irritable. They lack interest in people or things and just have a hard time having fun. They can be difficult to be around. Your OWN lack of sleep is taking a toll on you and your family, maybe your relationship is even suffering because of your child's lack of sleep. We can fix all of this with a custom sleep plan suited just for your family! I am a former elementary school teacher, mother of three, certified Happiest Baby Educator (CHBE), and have been a certified Gentle Sleep Coach since 2010. I am trained to work with children 0-10 years. I have had hundreds of hours of training on:

-Basic counseling and child development

-Medical conditions that can interfere with sleep

-Postpartum Depression and Anxiety

-Sensory Processing Disorder

-Sleep Science and Behavioral Modification Techniques

-Secure Attachment Theory

-Supporting the Breastfeeding Mom

-Sleep training methods for children in a crib or bed

And much more!

10/20/2026

Did you know that your toddler’s nap may help their brain process and remember what they’re learning?

We often talk about naps in terms of preventing overtiredness, reducing meltdowns, and making bedtime easier. But sleep may play another important role during the toddler years: helping little ones remember what they learn!

A study published in Nature Communications on October 12, 2026, explored how sleep affects memory in children ages 2–3. Researchers found that toddlers performed better on a specific type of memory task after sleeping than after spending an equivalent amount of time awake. The findings also suggested a relationship between memory performance and patterns of brain activity during non-REM sleep.

What does this mean for your toddler?

1. Naps may support learning, not just mood. Daytime sleep may help your toddler process and remember information as they explore their world.

2. Nap resistance doesn’t automatically mean your toddler is ready to drop a nap. Before making that transition, consider their age, total sleep needs, daytime behavior, and nighttime sleep. Children are typically not truly ready to go without a nap until somewhere between turning three and turning four.

The bottom line? Naps aren’t just about keeping your toddler happy until bedtime. Daytime sleep may also support the incredible learning and development happening during these early years!

Tell me in the comments: Is your toddler still napping consistently, fighting naps, or somewhere in between?

If you are struggling with naps at your house, I have an upcoming live training, just for you!

10/20/2026

Could your child’s sleep struggles be more than a behavioral issue?

Sometimes, what looks like a sleep-training problem may actually be a sign of sleep-disordered breathing.

Children who have difficulty breathing comfortably during sleep may experience restless nights, trouble settling at bedtime, frequent wakings, or even daytime behavioral challenges. It’s easy to assume these struggles are related to sleep habits alone, but sometimes there’s more going on.

Here are a few signs you should watch for:

• Persistent snoring: Regular snoring in children is not normal.

• Pauses in breathing or gasping: Notice if your child seems to stop breathing briefly, gasp, or struggle to breathe while sleeping.

• Restless sleep: Frequent tossing, turning, or consistently unsettled sleep may be worth investigating, especially when paired with other symptoms.

• Daytime behavior changes: Difficulty concentrating, irritability, or hyperactivity can sometimes be associated with poor-quality sleep.

What should you do?

If you notice these signs, talk with your child’s pediatrician about whether further evaluation is needed. Addressing an underlying breathing issue may be an important first step toward better sleep.

Have you ever wondered whether your child’s restless sleep or bedtime struggles could be related to something beyond their sleep routine?

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10/19/2026

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10/13/2026

Is your child suddenly fighting naps? It might be time to look at their sleep schedule!

Before you drop a nap completely, pay attention to your child’s sleep patterns over several days.

Here are a few things to watch for:

-Consistently taking a long time to fall asleep: Your child may not have enough sleep pressure at nap time.

-Fighting naps but becoming exhausted by late afternoon: They may still need the nap, but the timing might need adjusting.

-Naps interfering with bedtime: A nap that’s too long or ends too late may make it harder for your child to fall asleep at night.

-Here’s the key: One difficult nap doesn’t necessarily mean your child is ready to drop it! Look for consistent patterns before making a big change.

And remember, nap transitions are gradual for many children. For example, if your child is getting ready to drop their third nap, they may have days where they can handle only two naps and other days where they still need three for a little bit during the transition.

Is your child currently fighting naps? How old are they?

10/12/2026

“If I help my newborn fall asleep, I’m creating bad habits.”

Let’s bust this myth!

Rocking, feeding, cuddling, and holding your newborn to sleep are not bad habits. Babies need comfort and connection, and it’s completely normal to help your little one fall asleep.

Newborns are brand new to the world. They spent months being held, rocked, and soothed inside the womb, so it makes sense that they find comfort in your arms.

At this age, babies are still developing their circadian rhythms (their internal body clocks), and their sleep patterns are naturally irregular. They also need frequent feedings, comfort, and help regulating their little bodies.

It’s absolutely OK to help your newborn fall asleep!

Here are a few things I want you to remember:

1. You cannot spoil a newborn with comfort. Responding to your baby’s needs helps them feel safe and secure.

2. Independent sleep develops over time. Your newborn doesn’t need to know how to fall asleep independently right now. You can gently introduce healthy sleep habits as your baby grows and becomes developmentally ready.

3. If you’re exhausted and need a little help figuring out newborn sleep, you don’t have to wait until your baby is older to get support. While I don’t suggest formal sleep training before six months, there are many things we can do to gently shape your baby sleep from the very beginning.

Did someone tell you that you were creating bad habits by holding, feeding or rocking your newborn to sleep? Let’s hear about it in the comments!

You know what’s harder than making a change to your child’s sleep? Waiting until you’re completely exhausted and despera...
10/09/2026

You know what’s harder than making a change to your child’s sleep? Waiting until you’re completely exhausted and desperate and then having to make the changes.

When bedtime takes an hour, your toddler wakes multiple times a night, or your baby needs the same help falling asleep every single time, it’s tempting to think, “Maybe they’ll just grow out of it.”

And sometimes, sleep does change naturally as children grow. But when a sleep struggle is reinforced by the same routine night after night, those patterns can become harder to change over time.

The good news? You don’t have to wait until you’re at your breaking point to do something about it.

You don’t have to spend another six months dreading bedtime, surviving on broken sleep, or wondering if you’re doing something wrong.

As a pediatric sleep consultant, I help parents understand what’s contributing to their child’s sleep struggles and create a personalized plan that fits their child, their parenting preferences, and their family.

You don’t have to figure it all out alone! I will take the guesswork out of all of it!

Ready to stop wondering when sleep will get better? Schedule a complimentary Discovery Call with me through my website (link in comments) and let’s talk about how I can help your family get the rest you need.

10/05/2026

Research is taking a closer look at something I see all the time: parent and child sleep can be closely connected.

A new systematic review and meta-analysis published in Sleep Medicine Reviews examined the relationship between parent and child sleep patterns and the factors that may connect them.

What does this mean for parents?

Your sleep, your routines, your stress level, and the way you respond during nighttime struggles can all be part of the bigger sleep picture. That doesn’t mean your stress is causing your child’s sleep problems or that you need to be a perfect sleeper to have a good sleeper. Instead, it’s a reminder that sleep is often a family-system issue, not simply something we need to “fix” in the child.

When working on sleep, things like predictable routines, consistent responses, realistic expectations, and taking care of your own well-being matter, too.

And if your child’s sleep has been difficult, please don’t add guilt to your already-long list of worries. You didn’t cause this.

The goal isn’t perfection. It’s creating a sleep environment and approach that works for your whole family. Let me know if you need a plan for that!

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10/05/2026

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09/29/2026

Don’t let an early wake-up automatically become morning!

If your child wakes earlier than 6 AM, keep everything dark and quiet. Turning on lights, offering breakfast, watching TV, or starting the day can unintentionally reinforce that early wake-up as the new morning time. Instead, treat those early morning hours just like you would a middle-of-the-night waking.

Sleep is naturally lighter in the early morning hours so consistency is important!

What time does your child usually wake up for the day? Tell me in the comments!

09/22/2026

Try moving bedtime 15–20 minutes earlier.

If your child is taking forever to fall asleep or getting a second wind at bedtime they may actually be overtired.

Instead of pushing bedtime later because they “don’t seem tired,” try starting your bedtime routine a little earlier for several nights and see what happens.

Sometimes earlier bedtime = easier bedtime + better sleep.

Give it a try tonight and see if you notice a difference!

Does your child get a second wind at bedtime?

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