Summer is coming before we know it and I have a real mix of emotions heading into it.  I’m looking forward to more relaxed days and unplanned time for impromptu fun. I’m also well aware that by the end of summer, I will be craving the structure and routine that the school year provides.  I’m […]

As a sleep consultant in San Diego, one of the most common concerns I hear from parents is about improving their baby’s sleep. One fundamental yet often overlooked aspect is the importance of making your baby’s room as dark as possible. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, a dark environment can significantly enhance your

I hear it all the time. “I got so lucky with a good sleeper” or “My friend’s child is just naturally a good sleeper. She got lucky!” As a mom we find ourselves comparing our children with others. It is so second nature that we discount the truth behind the statements we make. Did this

The first year of your child’s sleep is the most fluid. Sleep needs and stamina change constantly, decreasing the amount of daytime sleep your little ones will get as they grow. Since we love to make your life easy, we have put together this nap guide: Newborn – 6 weeks old: 4 – 6 naps,

If you have an 8-month-old (and actually up to 10 months old) who is suddenly not napping, or waking up in the middle of the night, or both, AND there is no logical explanation for this (no illness, no life changes), then you need to continue reading. I’m about to tell you all you need