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Sleep advice for exhausted parents

Learnings, teachings and tips & tricks for anyone to reference during times where sleep seems like a thing of the past.

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My 5 Best Sleep Training Tips For Parents With Twins

Are you trying to sleep train your twins, or maybe you want to start sleep training your twins and are lost on how this could possibly work?! I mean, won’t one twin constantly wake the other twin? I give my 5 best sleep training tips for parents of twins, or children who are room sharing, in this blog! You don’t want to miss this one!

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Easy Ways That You Can Turn Bedtime Battles Into Positive Times of Connection

Do you have a toddler who fights bedtime tooth and nail? Do you feel like you need to go to bed once you get your child to sleep because of how difficult the bedtime routine is? Totally been there! In this blog, I discuss ways you can turn those bedtime battles into positive times of connection! Why battle when you can bond instead?!

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5 Cognitive Milestones That Can Disrupt Your Little One’s Sleep

Has your little one suddenly started to sleep like crap and you are wondering what on earth is going on? A lot of the time this is due to cognitive development! There can be a lot going on behind the scenes, in your little one’s brain, that you can’t see but that will show itself in a sleep regression! In this blog, I discuss 5 common cognitive developments that can mess up your little one’s sleep and what you can do about it.

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How To Enjoy Canada Day With Your (Still Napping) Little One

Are you planning on some great Canada Day (or 4th of July) celebrations but have a little one who still naps? Canada Day can be a very overstimulating and busy day for a little one, so ensuring all their needs are met will also ensure that everyone involved has a day full of fun! In this blog, I discuss how to make sure your little one doesn’t get too tired, overstimulated, hungry or hot so that everyone can enjoy their country’s special day!

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The Truth (And Misconceptions) About Sleep Training That You Need To Know

Have you heard some scary things about sleep training that make you feel like you may never try it - even though you are on the brink of sleep deprivation? I’ve totally been there! The truth is there are many misconceptions about sleep training that I am putting to bed in this blog! Read on to learn the truth about sleep training and why it can be one of the best things you do for your little one and your family!

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What To Do If Your Little One Has A Crappy Nap Day

Has your little one had a crappy nap day and you aren’t sure what to do? Do you put them to bed early and risk an early morning wake or do you keep them up until their scheduled bedtime? In this blog, I explain what to do and why it’s essential to do so!

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Running Late for the Bedtime Routine? Here’s What You Can Do!

Do you ever find yourself running late and having to rush the bedtime routine? This is neither relaxing nor soothing - for you or your little one! So what is the best answer in this situation? Do you skip steps or simply shorten them? In this blog, I give you the answer to this and more!

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Why Parents Need A Bedtime Routine Too

Did you know little ones aren’t the only ones who can benefit from a bedtime routine? Parents can too! In this blog, I discuss why a bedtime routine can also help a parent, what kind of bedtime routine you can create for yourself and when!

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Why You Should Use Sleep Props And When To Introduce Them

Sleep props can be a great way to improve your little one’s sleep quality and in some cases can even reduce their risk of SIDS. But, which ones are best to use and when should they be introduced? In this blog, I explain which sleep props are best to use, why and when to introduce them.

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4 Tips To Put A Stop To Your Toddler’s Bedtime Stalling

Do you have a toddler who has become professional at stalling their bedtime? Suddenly, they need to go pee a million times, read book after book, give kisses to everything they see… and so on. I have totally been there! In this blog, I give some quick and easy tips that can help put these stalling tactics to a halt!

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5 Physical Milestones That Can Disrupt Your Little One’s Sleep

Did you know that physical milestones can disrupt sleep? If your little one has suddenly started waking frequently during the night or day, it could be because they are learning a new skill! In this blog, I discuss those physical milestones that can disrupt sleep and what you can do about it.

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How To Tell If You Have Postpartum Depression Or Anxiety

If you just had a baby, or maybe they are a year old, and you are struggling with feelings and physical symptoms that are making it hard to cope with everyday life, then you may have a perinatal mental illness. In this blog, I discuss two common perinatal mental illnesses: postpartum depression and postpartum anxiety. If you feel you may be suffering from one, or both, of these then you definitely need to read this blog.

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How You Can Easily Spot Your Little One’s Sleep Cues

Do you know how to spot your little one’s early sleep cues? Do you know why this is important to know - especially if you have a newborn? If you don’t know these things, but would like to know - read on, this blog has those answers for you!

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How To Tell If Your Little One Is Waking From Being Too Hot Or Too Cold

When the weather changes it can be hard to keep up with how to dress our children, especially for sleep. This blog gives tips and advice on how to make sure your little one isn’t over or underdressed for sleep, how to check if they are and what to do if they become too hot or too cold.

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Simple Tips To Help You Get Through Any Sleep Regression

Do you know the signs of your little one going through a sleep regression? Perhaps they are going through a regression and you would love some tips on how to get through this rough time. Look no further! I cover both those things in this blog, check it out!

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