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Sleep Tips


Why Sleep Isn’t Linear—And How to Handle Setbacks
Wouldn’t it be nice if once your baby started sleeping well, it stayed that way forever? But as most parents quickly learn, sleep isn’t linear—even the best sleepers can suddenly throw you a curveball. Just when you feel like you’ve found your rhythm, something changes—again. A nap refusal here, a night waking there, suddenly you’re wondering what went wrong. The good news? You didn’t mess anything up. Sleep setbacks are a normal part of development, and they don’t mean all y

Chrissy Lawler
Jun 273 min read


My Baby Only Naps for 30 Minutes—Help!
There’s nothing quite as frustrating as spending precious time getting your baby down for a nap, only to have them pop awake after just 30 minutes—if you’re baby regularly naps for 30 minutes, you’re not alone. And you’re definitely not doing anything wrong. Let’s dive into the most common causes of short naps (aka the infamous " 45-minute nap intruder ") and what you can do to encourage longer, more restorative rest. What Counts as a Short Nap (and Why It Happens) A short na

Chrissy Lawler
Jun 234 min read


How to End the “One More Thing” Toddler Bedtime Battle
Ah…the infamous toddler bedtime battle. You know the drill. You finish the bedtime routine—bath, jammies, books, songs, lights out....

Chrissy Lawler
May 274 min read


Bedtime Routines That Set You Up for Success—Without Taking an Hour
Does bedtime feel like a never-ending saga in your house? The endless water requests, pajama protests, and negotiations over how many...

Chrissy Lawler
Apr 264 min read


Tips for Soothing a Fussy Baby: The 5 S's + a Bonus Idea
The newborn stage is no joke, and soothing a fussy baby can feel like cracking an impossible code. If you’ve ever found yourself...

Chrissy Lawler
Feb 254 min read


Natural Light and Baby Sleep: Why Getting Outside Makes a Huge Difference
Did you know that natural light and baby sleep go hand-in-hand? Let’s talk about it!Spring is (slowly) creeping in, and in places like...

Chrissy Lawler
Feb 184 min read


Poop Intruder Ruining Naptime? Here’s How to Fix It!
Oh, the poop intruder! It’s the evil twin of the nap intruder. (In case you are unfamiliar, a poop intruder is when a poop causes your...

Chrissy Lawler
Jan 304 min read


How to Orient Day and Night for Your Newborn
Bringing home a newborn and navigating their sleep is an exciting and overwhelming experience, especially when it comes to helping them...

Chrissy Lawler
Jan 284 min read


3 Baby Sleep Resolutions to Start 2025 Off Right
As the new year approaches, it’s time to pop the bubbly (or sparkling cider), make your baby sleep resolutions! Whether 2024 has been a...

Chrissy Lawler
Dec 313 min read


Overtired vs. Undertired: How to Tell the Difference
Is your baby struggling to fall asleep because they’re overtired or undertired? Getting your baby’s schedule just right can feel like...

Chrissy Lawler
Dec 1, 20243 min read


Holiday Sleep Tips for Babies: Balancing Traditions and Protecting Your Baby’s Sleep
The holiday season is magical, but for new parents, it often calls for special holiday sleep tips for babies to help manage the unique...

Chrissy Lawler
Oct 31, 20244 min read


3 Reasons Why Your Baby Might Be Struggling With Short Naps
Short naps are SO tough. After spending a good chunk of time getting baby down for a nap, they wake up 30-45 minutes later, if not...

Chrissy Lawler
Aug 30, 20244 min read


How to Spot a Lip Tie in Your Baby
As parents, we all know that every aspect of our babies’ health and well-being is important – one area that often goes unnoticed is the...

Chrissy Lawler
Jun 30, 20244 min read


3 Must-Know Tips For Preserving Sleep While Traveling With a Baby
Summer is nearly here, which for many of you will mean some traveling with a baby! For many parents, the idea of traveling with a baby...

Chrissy Lawler
May 29, 20245 min read


Toddler Climbing Out of The Crib? Here’s What You Need to Know!
Remember when you thought scooting and crawling were the most wild and adventurous things your baby could do? Well, it seems your toddler...

Chrissy Lawler
Apr 9, 20244 min read


4 Reasons Why Talking to a Sleep Expert Makes All The Difference
As many of you know, I recently had my third heart attack. Yeah…THIRD. I’m doing well now, but it was by far the scariest experience of...

Chrissy Lawler
Mar 26, 20245 min read


Baby Won’t Sleep? 5 Reasons Why It Might Be Happening And What You Can Do
I know how hard it is when your baby won’t sleep. I do. It’s why I do what I do! I remember all too well my own experiences after having...

Chrissy Lawler
Feb 21, 20245 min read


Can Newborns Sleep On Their Side or Stomach? What You Need to Know About Safe Newborn Sleep
We should all know that when it comes to newborn sleep, “back is best” . But can newborns sleep on their side or their stomachs if they...

Chrissy Lawler
Jan 30, 20245 min read


When to Introduce a Pacifier to Your Baby
Pacifiers can be INCREDIBLE soothing tools for little babies. But how do you know when to introduce a pacifier to your little one? Or...

Chrissy Lawler
Jan 23, 20245 min read


What to Do About Your Toddler Waking Up Too Early
Our toddlers are in this incredible stage of their lives. It’s a time full of discovery, imagination, and excitement. And it could be one...

Chrissy Lawler
Jan 9, 20245 min read
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