Ask Dr Sears
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
MENUMENU
  • Pregnancy & Childbirth
  • Feeding & Eating
  • Parenting & Behavior
  • Health Concerns
  • Brain Health
  • A to Z Topics
  • Blog
  • About Us
  • Wellness Institute
  • Home
  • Search results for "co sleeping" (Page 6)

Naptime Cuddling: Do or Don’t?

mama-baby-naptime-cuddling

Is Naptime Cuddling Setting Up a Good or Bad Habit? My two-month-old has no problem sleeping alone in her bassinet at night. However, the only way she’ll nap during the day is in my arms or in my lap. Am I setting up a bad habit by allowing naptime cuddling, and will she grow out […]

Read More

December 9, 2020 November 14, 2023 Dr. Bill Sears

5 Reasons Why High-Need Infants Sleep Differently

5 Reasons Why High-Need Infants Sleep Differently

High-Need Infants Sleep Differently “Why do high-need children need more of everything but sleep?” a tired mother once asked me. Until we had a high-need infant, I would have guessed that these babies would be worn out by the end of the day and would actually need more sleep; certainly, their parents do. A tired […]

Read More

November 25, 2020 November 25, 2020 Dr. Bill Sears

Nighttime Baby Formula vs. Nighttime Breastfeeding

Nighttime Baby Formula vs. Nighttime Breastfeeding

Dr. Bill’s Outlook on Nighttime Baby Formula Will nighttime baby formula help my baby sleep longer stretches? Dr. Bill gets this question a lot in his Pediatric practice, so I am passing this question along to him:  Most of our learning as parents, and most of our books, were literally learned and written on the […]

Read More

November 2, 2020 April 12, 2024 Dr. Bill Sears

Nighttime Thumbsucking: Tips to Break the Habit

Gentle Ways to Stop Nighttime Thumbsucking How do I stop my 4-year-old from sucking his thumb at night? His front teeth are starting to be affected. Your statement “his front teeth are being affected” is a red flag that supports your mother’s intuition that something must be done now to stop the nighttime thumbsucking.  Once […]

Read More

October 19, 2020 September 23, 2024 Dr. Bill Sears

31 Ways to Get Baby to Sleep

Baby Sleeping

Ways to Get Your Baby to Sleep and Stay Asleep Over the years of putting our own children to sleep, keeping them asleep, and counseling thousands of other moms and dads on various styles of nighttime parenting, here are some time-tested, proven attitudes and techniques for getting baby to sleep. Most of these are applicable […]

Read More

September 15, 2020 November 19, 2023 Dr. Bill Sears

7 Reasons Why Veggies are so Good For You

Different types of veggies that are good for you

Why Veggies are so Good For You Your mother always said, “eat your vegetables” and she was right – maybe in more ways than she knew. While you don’t have to go all veggie and become a strict vegetarian, one of the healthiest eating habits you can foster in your family is to eat more […]

Read More

September 15, 2020 September 15, 2020 Dr. Bill Sears

6 Ways to Getting Baby to Sleep Through the Night

getting baby to sleep through the night

Getting Baby to Sleep Through the Night High need babies not only need help to fall asleep, they often need help staying asleep. Here are ways for getting baby to sleep through the night so that you can stay asleep, too. 1. Sleep Where Baby Sleeps Best Every mom, dad, and baby must work out […]

Read More

September 15, 2020 September 21, 2020 Dr. Bill Sears

My Baby Prefers to Sleep on Tummy

Baby sleeping on tummy

My Baby Prefers to Sleep on Tummy – is this OK? Parents are often concerned when their child prefers to sleep on their tummy. Unless your doctor says otherwise, it’s best to let your baby sleep in a position she prefers. If baby doesn’t settle well or stay on her back or side, front sleeping […]

Read More

September 14, 2020 March 5, 2024 Dr. Bill Sears

Parent-to-Parent: 21 Survival Tips for Parents of High Need Children

High-Need-Children

You Will Survive. Your Child Will Thrive. Life Will Go On. Still, it’s hard to imagine even wanting to have another baby after you’ve held this one all day and been awakened three or more times at night. It’s hard to envision someone ever saying to you, “How blessed you are to have such an […]

Read More

September 14, 2020 November 14, 2023 Dr. Bill Sears

Breastfeeding Baby Personalities

Breastfeeding Baby

The Many Breastfeeding Baby Personalities A breastfeeding baby can have different nursing personalities. Some are cute, some are annoying, and some can even be painful. There are ways to deal with these personalities without getting frustrated or making baby upset at feeding time. Identify your baby’s breastfeeding personality and see how to encourage them to […]

Read More

September 14, 2020 September 26, 2023 Dr. Bill Sears

How You May Feel in the First Trimester of Pregnancy

Family pregnancy beer gut

What You’ll Feel in the First Trimester of Pregnancy During the first trimester of pregnancy, most women “feel” pregnant with at least a little bit of nausea and fatigue. By now the hormone levels necessary for growing your uterus and your baby are elevated, causing an emotional and physical metamorphosis that is pretty much beyond […]

Read More

September 10, 2020 April 17, 2024 Dr. Bill Sears

Timeframe for Nursing Baby to Sleep

mother nursing baby bed

Breastfeeding Before Bed Do I need to be concerned that my baby will always need me to be nursing him to sleep? Answer: Yes, as long as he is a baby he will need you to “nurse” him to sleep.  Surprised?  “Nursing” means “comforting” not just breastfeeding.  Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers love being comforted off […]

Read More

September 9, 2020 September 16, 2020 Dr. Bill Sears
«‹45678›»
Hearts Embraced Pendant Necklace

The Health Brain Book

What does a Dr. Sears Health Coach Do?

Dr Sears Wellness Institute - Health Coach Certification

Watch Now!

Dr Poo Sunfiber Prebiotic Fiber

regular girl prebiotic fiber and probiotic blend for healthy natural balance

About Ask Dr. Sears

AskDrSears.com is intended to help parents become better informed consumers of health care. The information presented in this site gives general advice on parenting and health care. Always consult your doctor for your individual needs.

Recent Articles

  • Feel Good Book
    Feel Good BookJune 3, 20250
  • Free Health Webinar with Dr. Bill
    Free Health Webinar with Dr. BillMarch 24, 20250
  • Feel Good Book Reviews
    Feel Good Book ReviewsFebruary 18, 20250


Resources

  • Sears Parenting Library
  • Dr. Sears Family Newsletter
  • Dr. Sears Wellness Institute
  • Prime-Time Health

Connect

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

  • support@askdrsears.com
  • Contact Ask Dr Sears
  • About Ask Dr Sears
  • About Dr. William Sears
  • Dr. Sears Wellness Institute
  • Media Relations Information


© 2020 AskDrSears.com All Rights Reserved.