The four-month sleep regression. It likes to sneak up on unsuspecting mothers, sometimes as early as 3 months or as late as 5 months old. It’s a significant sleep regression because of it permanence. Today I’m sharing what makes the 4-month sleep regression different, what about it is permanent, and how to get through it and sleep again. You don’t want to miss:  What this regression looks like. The number 1 reason the 4-month sleep regression is different than the rest. Ways to help get you through it and onto better sleep.  PLUS, ways to encourage your baby to sleep with a few changes to their sleep environment!&nbsp; Links and resources:    Schedule your free &nbsp; Blog post: &nbsp; Follow me on Instagram:  For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources   Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please share with a friend, leave me a rating, and/or a review? Thank you!!&nbsp; &nbsp;

All About the 4-Month Sleep Regression

As soon as you think you’re done with all the transitions, it’s time to move your no-longer-a-baby baby from their crib to a big bed. Today I’m sharing all the ways to make this transition as smooth as possible. You don’t want to miss:  The recommended age to transition to a big bed (AND how to keep them in their crib until it's time to transition). The 3 steps to make the transition as smooth as possible. Ways to prevent your child from getting out of their now easy-to-get-out-of-bed. (HINT: It’s not telling them to stay in it!)  PLUS, what to do if they do get out of their bed!&nbsp; Links and resources:   Follow me on Instagram:  For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources   Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please share it with a friend, leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!&nbsp;

Making the Transition to a Big Bed

Sometimes you just want your child to sleep and to sleep now! Today I’m sharing a common remedy, melatonin. I’m sharing what naturally occurring melatonin is and how it affects our bodies along with what studies show about the effects, benefits, and potential side effects of synthetic melatonin when used as a sleep aid for children. You don’t want to miss:  The natural way to boost melatonin production The common indications and contraindications for melatonin use What studies have to say about the effects of melatonin in children  PLUS, find out the possible truth about the bottle of melatonin at your local grocery store!&nbsp; Links and resources:   Follow me on Instagram:  For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources   Melatonin-rich foods: &nbsp; How synthetic melatonin works and when not to use it: &nbsp; National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health’s review of the 18 studies of melatonin use in children, the 2017 study testing 31 different melatonin supplements for integrity: &nbsp;  Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!&nbsp;

Is Melatonin Supplementation Safe for Children?

Crib climbing is so common and a common reason for moving babies from the crib to a big bed too soon! Today I’m sharing ways to prevent and deter your little climber from scaling the crib. I’ll be focusing on ways to keep your little one in their crib until at least age three, but I know there are times that even with the best efforts, it’s not possible. So, we’ll chat about how to handle an earlier-than-ideal move from the crib to a big bed, as well! &nbsp; You don’t want to miss: &nbsp;  4 ways to STOP crib climbing. How to PREVENT it [as best as possible!] What to do if NOTHING holds back your little one.  &nbsp; Links and resources: &nbsp;   Follow me on Instagram:  For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources  , &nbsp;  &nbsp; Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. &nbsp; And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!&nbsp;

How to Stop Crib Climbing

Traveling with children can bring enough anxiety on its own, worrying about how well your child will sleep doesn’t need to be a part of it. Today I’m all about the SlumberPod: the best portable blackout solution for your little one that sleeps in a pack-and-play or toddler cot! It’s a total game-changer for traveling with babies and toddlers! You don’t want to miss:  What a SlumberPod is Why it’s safe and effective How to introduce it to your child  PLUS, get $20 off your purchase of a SlumberPod with code GOODNIGHTFAMILIES20 at * (affiliate code) Links and resources:   Helpful blog post:  Follow me on Instagram:  For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources   Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!&nbsp; &nbsp; *This is an affiliate code. I get a $10 commission for each purchase made with my code.

Traveling with Children using the SlumberPod

Whether you’re planning a night out for Valentine’s Day, a day date, or just a solo evening out, when you have little ones there’s a little more planning involved. Today I’m sharing how to prep your children and your sitter for your absence. I’ll help you get your thoughts organized so you don’t miss a detail and hopefully ease any anxiety about your child’s sleep while you’re out. [SPOILER: It’s ok if the sitter does things differently] You don’t want to miss:  4 ways to ease your child’s anxiety about you leaving. How to prepare the sitter for handling the schedule, routines, and expectations. What to do if the sitter doesn’t follow the schedule, routines, and expectations.  Links and resources:   Follow me on Instagram:  For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources   Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!&nbsp;

How To Prepare Your Child and Sitter for Your Night Out

Sometimes overtiredness hits - no matter how much you try to prevent it. Today I’m sharing what exactly overtiredness is, the signs, how to overcome it, and ways to prevent it. You don’t want to miss:  The #1 way to overcome overtiredness What to do if you can’t do that number one thing The 3 best ways to prevent overtiredness  I think you’ll be surprised by some of the signs!&nbsp; Links and resources:   Follow me on Instagram:  For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources   Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!

Is your child TOO tired to sleep?

If your little one isn’t sleeping well, sleep training may be something you’re considering. But, what exactly is sleep training? How do you choose the right sleep training method? How many methods are there?? These questions and more are answered in this episode! You don’t want to miss:  What sleep training really is. Whether sleep training is right for your family. How to choose the best plan for you!  PLUS, ways OTHER THAN SLEEP TRAINING to help your child sleep well!&nbsp; Links and resources:   if you’re looking for help building a plan and need or want support.  Follow me on Instagram:  For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources   Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!&nbsp; &nbsp;

What is Sleep Training and is it Right for You?

I know no parent that loves Daylight Saving Time, but the springtime one can help those of you that want a later bedtime and morning wake up! For those of you who want to adjust your child’s schedule with the time change, today I’m sharing a few ways you can go about it! You don’t want to miss:  How to get ahead of the game with Daylight Saving Time The gradual way to adjust your child’s schedule with the time change When it’d be appropriate to do a partial adjustment  PLUS, find out who’s a great candidate for skipping the change altogether!&nbsp; Links and resources:   Follow me on Instagram:  For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources   Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. &nbsp; And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!&nbsp; &nbsp;

How to Adjust to Daylight Saving Time: Spring Edition!

Within the first year of life, babies transition from roughly 6 naps a day down to 2, and the majority of those nap transitions happen within the first 6 to 8 months! Talk about a whirlwind! Today I’m talking specifically about the transition from 3 naps to 2 naps.&nbsp; You don’t want to miss:  When the 3 to 2 nap transition happens The signs that it’s time to transition How to make this transition as smooth as possible!  Links and resources:    Follow me on Instagram:  For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources   Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!&nbsp; &nbsp;

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