In the lead up to bedtime, does your child start worrying about sleep? Do they struggle with anxious thoughts like “What if I can’t fall asleep?”, “If I can’t sleep, how will I cope at school tomorrow?” or wake up in the night feeling anxious about getting back to sleep? Many well-meaning parents unintentionally make this anxiety worse by offering too much … Read More
Don’t let the cold start your morning too early!
As the temperatures have dropped significantly (hello, winter!), many of us are waking up to chilly mornings and frost-covered windows. While the cold can be a bit picturesque, it’s less appealing when it starts impacting your child’s sleep. If your kids are waking up bright and early – think 5 a.m. early – the freezing temperatures could be playing a … Read More
Top 3 Independent Sleep Tips
What is the number one thing you need for your baby or child to sleep through the night? The answer is for them to fall asleep at the beginning of the night INDEPENDENTLY without your assistance. This ensures that when they awake throughout the night, they are capable of self-soothing themselves back to sleep without you. Below I’m sharing my … Read More
Back to School Sleep Tips
BACK TO SCHOOL It’s mid August which means the return to school is just around the corner. As you’re preparing by shopping for new backpacks, water bottles and sneakers, don’t forget about setting up your child for success with sleep. Elementary age children should be getting 10-11 hours of sleep every night, preschoolers 11-13 hours and toddlers 12-14 hours. … Read More
The Wonderful World of Naps – Lacey Russo with Solace Sleep Consulting – Pennsylvania
I have always noticed that naps in the United States are taken much less seriously (and even discouraged) than in other countries around the world. But why? Naps have been shown to have many benefits. It improve alertness, performance and even your overall mood, and for children, who are still learning, growing and developing, it’s even more important. As a society … Read More