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How to Choose the Best Sleep Sack To Keep Your Baby Cozy All Night
In the vast array of baby gear, sleep sacks are what I consider to be a must have item. Selecting the perfect sleep sack involves considering factors such as fabric, size, and TOG rating, depending on your climate. Of course, there is an overwhelming amount to choose from and it can be difficult to narrow down which is the best sleep sack for your baby or toddler. Don’t worry though, I’ve got you covered!
A Gentle Transition: When and How to Stop Swaddling Your Baby
You’ve probably stumbled across this blog while typing “how to transition my baby out of the swaddle” (or some version of that) into Google or Pinterest. I know this transition can be intimidating. Don’t worry, in this blog, we will explore the reasons for stopping swaddling, the right time to do it, and some effective strategies to ensure a smooth transition for your little one!
10 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas For The Tired Mom
Before I was a mom, I’d imagine the beautiful, slow moments filled with joy and love. But I didn’t realize that while being a mom is a beautiful adventure, it’s also filled with moments that are HARD. Between the sleep deprivation and pressures of caring for young kids, tired moms need support in this season of their parenthood journey. While flowers or candy may be your go-to gift, I wanted to provide this list of 10 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas For The Tired Mom that puts more thought into what kinds of things mom really wants.
How To Plan Your Disney Vacation So Your Baby/Toddler is Well-Rested!
Hi, I’m Hannah, a mama of two boys ages 1 and 2. I’m so excited to guest write on the Mindful Sleep blog about our recent trip to Disney World. I’ve been to Disney around 20 times over the years, but this trip was my first time taking my kids. As many of you know, a great Disney trip takes lots of planning, and one thing I overlooked… planning for SLEEP with my littles!!
Sample Nap Schedules For Your Baby & Toddler
Everything about your baby seems to be changing these days, especially his/her sleep patterns. To make things easy on you, I've put together this list of sample snoozing schedules for naps and bedtimes, along with information about your baby/toddler’s sleep needs for ages 6 weeks old all the way to 3 years old. You’ll want to save this post somewhere safe to refer back to as your baby grows!
7 At Home Date Night Ideas for Valentine’s Day 2023
Top 2 complaints in parenthood?
1. Not having time for yourself.2. Not having time with your partner, aka date nights.
I recognize that as a new parent, having a night out with your partner can at times feel impossible (especially if you don't have family nearby or a trusted sitter). Let's not forget the whole "too exhausted" factor. After all, there was an "us" before there was a "family". Prioritizing the "us" always benefits the "family".
To make things easy on you, I've put together this list of 7 fun at-home date night ideas for you to do at home for Valentine’s Day!
Partners In Parenting: How To Parent As A Team
When you bring your sweet newborn baby home from the hospital, so much changes, including your sleep. The feedings, night wakes, house chores, and everything in between can often leave mom feeling depleted, overwhelmed, and exhausted. Sometimes, dad doesn’t know how he can help and be a supportive partner during this transition.
5 Sleep Myths to Let go of in 2023
As a new parent today, you now have social media as an additional search engine to help you find answers to your questions. I’ve found that social media mixes in a lot of personal opinion which can lead to misinformation and guilt or shame. We all want to do our absolute best as parents, but how do you determine which advice is accurate and which is just someone’s opinion?
In this blog, I break down 5 sleep myths that we need to let go of in the new year!
3 Steps for Setting Boundaries During the Holidays for your Baby’s Sleep
How do you help maintain some structure with your baby’s sleep during the holidays?
Boundaries.
Here are 3 strategies to help you plan accordingly, hold your boundaries and protect your baby’s sleep this holiday season.
Is your Baby Ready to Drop a Nap?
Your baby will go through many nap transitions in their first year of life. You may feel like you’ve finally settled into a solid and somewhat predictable routine and then all of a sudden your baby is ready for a switch up. When do these nap transitions happen? How will you know your baby is ready to drop a nap?
White Noise, Brown Noise, or Pink Noise … Which is Better for Sleep?
You’ve probably heard of white noise, and you may have even heard about how it can help you achieve better sleep. Along with white noise, two other types of noise have great benefits: pink noise and brown noise. Each one has its unique sound profile, which leaves many people wondering which noise is best for sleep.
6 Tips to Survive the Witching Hour with your Newborn
What exactly is the witching hour?
In folklore it was known as the Devil’s Hour and referred to a time of night associated with supernatural events like demons and ghosts.
Which is why nowadays we use the phrase ‘witching hour’ to describe that time of the day when our babies appear to be possessed by said demons and ghosts. I see you shaking your head mama, like oh yeah…that accurately describes what I am going through! I feel you.
Keep reading for tips to navigate this time of the day with your newborn.
Bedtime Snacks for your Toddler or Preschooler that Promote Sleep
So you’ve announced that it’s time to head up to bed, and your toddler or preschooler starts in on the dramatic winning, saying “I’m STARVING!!!”.
This blog goes over how to implement a bedtime snack policy, hold your boundaries with it and what snacks can help promote sleep and why!
7 Easy Ways for Moms to Practice Self-Care
Parenting can be an exciting, rewarding, and sometimes stressful experience. Your baby’s needs seem endless - and it’s up to you to meet them. When you add sleep deprivation into the mix, your emotions and mental state can suffer.
Prioritizing your emotional well-being is the most selfless thing you can do for your children. When working with families, I put a lot of focus on the mental health and well-being on mom, as it is typically the moms who struggle to prioritize themselves! Here are some of my top recommendations on easy ways to add some self-care into your day!
How to Solve Your Baby’s Split Nights
Has your typically sound sleeper started having a particularly long wake up during the middle of the night or even just a few hours after going to bed? When I say long, I’m talking hours.
If your answer is yes, then your child may be experiencing split nights! Let’s discuss what a split night actually is and some easy ways to solve them!
How to Adjust Your Child’s Schedule for Daylight Saving Time: Spring Edition
Daylight Saving Time is March 13th, 2022! In this blog on the spring forward time change, I go over a few different options to adjust your baby or older child’s schedule.
How to Adjust Your Child’s Schedule for Daylight Saving Time: Fall Back
Daylight Saving Time is November 6th! In this blog on the fall back time change, I go over a few different options on how to adjust your baby or older child’s schedule for the fall back time change!
Send Your Child Back to School Well-Rested
The new school year is fast approaching. This means it’s time to get back to an appropriate bedtime to ensure your child is getting the rest they need for success in school! Here are my tips to make the transition back to school easier!
The Breakdown on the 4 Month Sleep Regression
If your newborn was a pretty decent sleeper and is now suddenly waking multiple times a night, this is the blog for you! I’m going to dive into the sleep changes your child experiences around the 4 month mark, what to expect and how to handle it!
Best Blackout Solutions For Your Child’s Room
In this blog I go over the benefits of having a pitch black room for your little one’s sleep! I also talk about my top blackout solutions for at home and travel, plus a discount!