It’s 9:00 p.m. and you’re tired, but baby isn’t. Nestle baby in the sling and stroll around the house until he falls asleep. This is what we call wearing down . When you feel that baby is ready to go to sleep (or you are ready for her to go to sleep), wear her in […]
Sleepwear
How Should You Dress Your Baby for Sleep? As a general guide, dress and cover your baby in as much or as little clothing as you would wear yourself. If your newborn was premature, weighs under eight pounds, or is “small for date” (meaning baby born with less insulating body fat than he or she […]
Quiet Around Sleeping Baby
How to Put Baby to Sleep When it is Not Always Quiet Around Sleeping Baby My house is always noisy and with a six-and four-year-old as well as an infant. Must it be quiet around sleeping baby? It’s a losing battle. What can I do? Your baby was not used to a quiet sleeping environment […]
Co-Sleeping Not Working
Why is Co-Sleeping Not Working? I want to sleep close to my three-month-old baby because I’ve read so much about the benefits of co-sleeping. Yet, when he snuggles next to me I don’t seem to sleep as well. Any suggestions? There seems to be a critical sleeping distance at which both mothers and babies sleep […]
Co-sleeping Safely Research
Co-Sleeping Safely I read about a study that claimed co-sleeping was dangerous. Is that true? The Facts About Co-sleeping On September 29, 1999 a major news report entitled “Hazards Associated with Children Placed in Adult Beds” was carried in nearly every major newspaper and many national television programs, putting fear into parents. The day before […]
Getting Your Child to Sleep in Their Own Bed
Tips for Getting Your Child to Sleep in Their Own Bed Mom and Dad’s bed is a safe and comfortable place for a young child. Just because you think it is time for her to sleep in her own bed doesn’t mean she will willingly go along with the plan. Try these tips for getting […]
Prefers Tummy Sleeping
Is Your Baby Tummy Sleeping? Q: “I have a 4-month-old who, up until now, has slept on her back just fine. But now that she can turn over, she often flips in the middle of the night. I know that sleeping on the back is important to prevent SIDS. What should I do?” A: It’s […]
“Nursing” Baby to Sleep at Child Care
Ensure “Nursing” Baby to Sleep While You Aren’t There My 15- month-old daughter will be entering childcare part-time and I’m concerned about naptime. At home she either nurses herself to sleep or I take her for a drive. How can I teach her another way to go to sleep? Talk to your childcare provider about […]
Sleep Per Day or Night
How Much Sleep Should Your Child Get Each Night Sleep is a vital part of health for all ages. Growth rates, performance, and even illnesses can all be negatively impacted when a child (or an adult) is chronically sleep deprived. Unfortunately, modern lifestyles often push bedtimes later, especially among working families who might not get […]
Baby Won’t Sleep
Why Baby Won’t Sleep I often get questions from parents about why their baby won’t sleep. A baby that wakes constantly throughout the night and is not easily comforted can be very concerning for a parent. This is a question recently asked of me at my practice: My three-month-old is constantly waking up during the […]
Goes To Sleep Late
What To Do When Your Baby Goes To Sleep Late My four-year-old refuses to go to sleep until we do – usually around 11:00 or 12:00 at night – and we have the worst time waking her up in the morning. How can I get her to bed earlier without a fight? Bedtime procrastination ranks […]
Newborn Sleeps Too Much
Does Baby Sleep Too Much at 3 Weeks Old? What do I do if my baby sleeps too much? My baby is 3 weeks old, and I have to wake him up to feed him every 4 1/2 hours. Is this normal? Oh, how many mothers would love to have your “problem”! Sleep patterns in infants […]