Is your child overtired? Does your little one fall asleep every time they get into the car? Do you consistently have to wake them up in the morning to get the day started? You may be dealing with an overtired child. You may think the signs are obvious – temper tantrums, red eyes, yawning – but many parents overlook other … Read More
The One Nap Transition: When and How to Drop the Morning Nap Without Chaos
Ah, the spectacular two-nap schedule—dare I say the golden era of baby sleep. Just when you’ve settled into the luxury of predictable breaks, your child decides they no longer need that morning snooze. Cue the panic. But fear not! This transition, though tricky, is a natural milestone in your little one’s sleep journey (and it’s a good thing!). Let’s navigate … Read More
Sleep Debt and Sleep Training; What The Doctor Didn’t Tell You
Getting enough sleep. Sleeping through the night. Avoiding a sleep debt. As much as we try to not focus on it, having consolidated night sleep is for both parent and child, feels like winning some sort of prize. But it can be hard to come by. And getting sound advice, even from medical professionals, can sometimes be misguided. For instance, … 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
