Recently I was asked about my thoughts regarding reading to a child before bedtime. The concern was that reading would stimulate the mind too much and lead to poor or delayed sleep. The concern came about through an article on the internet. This isn’t that surprising considering all the contradicting information out there; about sleep training, breastfeeding, immunizations, how to … Read More
Consistency – The Cure for Your Child’s Sleep Woes – Emily O’Gorman with Good Night Sleep Site Wellington County – Ontario
Do you often ask in a fit of fury or in an exasperated voice, “Why won’t my kids sleep???” OMG, right!? Have you been struggling with trying to understand what the heck is going on with your kids sleep? Do you have a newborn, infant, tot, preschooler, schooler, or teenager? Have you not had sleep from the beginning until where … Read More
Night Terrors – Kelly Canham with Sweet Dreams Consulting – Fredericksburg, VA
You can see the child is screaming for mommy but doesn’t really seem to acknowledge his mom’s presence in the room. That’s because he’s not truly awake and although his eyes are open, he’s not seeing her. Nor can the little boy process what his mom is saying. He also becomes more agitated the more his sister touches him. These … Read More
The Benefits of Singing During Your Bedtime Routine – Jenn Kelner with BabyZzz – Ontario, Canada
A few people have asked me what my favourite songs or lullabies are to soothe my children to sleep and this question always makes me laugh because the lullabies I sing to my twins are not your typical lullabies! Last year all they wanted to hear was “Jingle Bells”, even through the summer months. Lately their favourite bedtime lullaby is … Read More
The Importance of a Bedtime Routine – Bridget Bowling with Little Snoozers – Cleveland, OH
The Importance of a Bedtime Routine What is a bedtime routine and why is it important? A sleep routine is doing the same thing every time to cue your little one that it is time to sleep. The goal is to relax and soothe your little one. This is just a cue that it is time to sleep and not … Read More
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