How much sleep does my baby needs? How many naps should my baby be taking? What does a sample schedule look like for a newborn or infant? How much sleep does my toddler need when no longer napping? Why is my child not able to stay awake for long periods of time? Sound...
Is baby too hot? Is baby too cold? In winter, spring, summer or fall, we all can question how to dress our children to ensure they are comfortable. As a general rule of thumb, I tell families to dress kids with one layer more than they are wearing. However, depending...
Most parents have been there: you have just walked the equivalent of a half-marathon around your living room carrying the baby, and she’s finally (FINALLY!) asleep. You put her down as gently as you can, but before you can say “Rumpelstiltskin!” her eyes pop open, and...
We hear all the time about the power of reading, but how important is it, really? Starting to read to your child as soon as possible touches almost every aspect of their lives down the road, so you must make it a priority. While this article could easily go on for...
We’ve all been there – after hours of rocking and lullabies, you baby is finally asleep, only to wake up seconds later when you crawl into bed. Babies are able to start developing a sleep routine as early as four weeks old, but what exactly does that routine entail?...
In the world of Baby and Toddler, the term “co-sleeping” can mean one of two things: 1. Sleeping in the same room together but in separate, distinct beds (room-sharing) 2. Sleeping in the same bed together, sharing blankets and body heat (bed-sharing) If your baby is...
