Q + A with Certified Infant/Toddler Sleep Coach Nest and Nod

Ever thought about sleep training your baby but didn’t know where to start? I was there, I was you, and I was really, really tired. When Kennedy turned 5 months old I finally bit the bullet and purchased a sleep training course and taught Kennedy how to sleep independently. It was glorious and you can read all about it right here: How I got my … Continue reading Q + A with Certified Infant/Toddler Sleep Coach Nest and Nod

How I Got My Baby from Sleeping Out of My Armpit and into Her Crib

I’m about to explain to you how I got my baby from sleeping out of my armpit, being latched onto my nipple all night long, and into her crib, with minimal tears. But let me start by saying this: I used to think sleep training was the devil. I would literally shutter in horror when my friends would mention the word “Baby wise” or “Ferber … Continue reading How I Got My Baby from Sleeping Out of My Armpit and into Her Crib

8 Bedtime Snacks To Help Your Child Fall Sleep at Night

It’s been a rough week trying to get our toddler to sleep through the night without nursing. After hours of research I stumbled across an article published by Dr. Sears, one of my favorite attachment parenting advocates and doctors. According to Dr. Sears, giving your child a nighttime snack 45 minutes to one hour before bedtime, can maximize sleep inducing effects. Duh, why didn’t I … Continue reading 8 Bedtime Snacks To Help Your Child Fall Sleep at Night