Improving child sleep quality and duration involves optimizing sleep behaviors. The combination of consistent bedtime routines, appropriate bedtimes, and calm pre-bedtime activities significantly helps children get the sleep they need. Additionally, the ability for children to fall asleep and back to sleep independently without bed sharing has been shown to be significant for the child’s and caregiver’s sleep quality. Important … Read More
Spring Forward: Helping Your Family Adjust to Daylight Saving Time
It’s that time of year again — we “spring forward” and lose an hour of sleep overnight on March 8th, 2026. While longer, lighter evenings are something many of us look forward to, the transition can feel a little bumpy — especially for kids. The good news? With a little planning and a lot of grace, your family can adjust … Read More
Introduction to Pediatric Sleep Solutions
In the journey of parenthood, one of the most challenging aspects can be ensuring your little one gets the restful sleep they need. As a certified pediatric sleep consultant, I’ve seen firsthand the struggles families face when it comes to bedtime battles, night wakings, and naptime woes. Understanding Pediatric Sleep Before diving into solutions, it’s essential to understand the unique … Read More
FSI Research Series: Components for Healthy Child Sleep – Total Sleep Duration
Improving child sleep quality and duration involves optimizing sleep behaviors. The combination of consistent bedtime routines, appropriate bedtimes, and calm pre-bedtime activities significantly helps children get the sleep they need. Additionally, the ability for children to fall asleep and back to sleep independently without bed sharing is crucial for their sleep quality and for their caregivers’ sleep. Important sleep markers … Read More
Why Sleep is Crucial for You and Your Baby
Sleep. It seems so obvious, until suddenly it’s gone. When your child sleeps poorly, you quickly realize the impact it has on your entire family. You become more tired, have less patience, and even the smallest things can feel overwhelming. And your child? They become overstimulated, struggle to learn new things, and are often tearful or restless. Sleep is much … Read More
Your Child’s Sleep This Holiday Season
The holiday season is here! Then 2026 right around the corner! (How the heck did that happen?!) I love this time of year. It brings so many opportunities to make memories with family and celebrate. But it also brings lots of commitments, stress and events which can create some disruptions in sleep. Preserve your child’s sleep this holiday season with … Read More
FSI 2025 Research Study Series of Our Findings
Introduction: Shedding Light on Pediatric Sleep Challenges: The Impact of Family Sleep Institute Trained Consultants Across the Globe As every parent knows, a child’s sleep — or lack of it — can affect the entire family. From bedtime battles to repeated night wakings, pediatric sleep problems are more than frustrating; they can influence a child’s development, emotional regulation, and family … Read More
Sleep Training: What It Is, When to Start, and How to Make It Work for Your Family
Sleep training is a term that often stirs up a lot of emotions for parents — excitement, hope, and sometimes anxiety. At its core, sleep training simply means teaching your child healthy, independent sleep habits in a way that matches your parenting style and your child’s needs. At Shaping Waves Consulting, we believe that sleep training doesn’t have to mean “cry it … Read More
Toddler Sleep Tips
Toddlers are awesome – they are mobile, (sometimes) verbal, and so much fun to play with! They are also learning to assert themselves and test boundaries including, quite often, sleep boundaries. In my sleep consulting practice I have heard from parents whose toddlers are climbing out of their cribs, refusing naps, seeking attention at bedtime, waking through the night for … Read More