Moving from Co-sleeping to the Crib: A Practical Guide
Transitioning from co-sleeping to the crib is a significant change for baby and parent. Here is how to approach it gradually, what to expect, and how to handle setbacks.
Baby and toddler sleep, explained without judgment
Evidence-based explanations of infant and toddler sleep regressions, sleep training methods and nap transitions — written for parents at 3am.
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Early morning waking in babies and toddlers is usually caused by too-late bedtime, overtiredness, too much daytime sleep, light exposure, or schedule issues. Here is how to diagnose and fix it.
Night Weaning: When Babies Can Sleep Without Feeds and How to Get There
Night weaning is the process of eliminating overnight feeds. Here is when babies are ready, how to approach it gradually, and what to expect.
Drowsy but Awake: What It Means, Why It Matters, and Why It Sometimes Fails
Drowsy but awake is the foundation of self-settling. Here is what the concept actually means, why it matters for sleep, and practical strategies when it does not seem to work.
Building a Bedtime Routine That Actually Works
A consistent bedtime routine is the single most evidence-supported sleep intervention for babies and toddlers. Here is how to build one and why it works.
Contact Naps: Why They Happen, When to Worry, and How to Transition
Contact naps are normal in early infancy. Here is why babies prefer them, when they become a problem, and how to transition to crib naps if you choose to.