Baby Sleep

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Evidence-based, attachment-focused, and refreshingly honest takes on baby and toddler sleep and parenting.

Oops, You Drank the Sleep Training Kool-Aid (and so did I): Sleep Training Myths

Sleep training culture is pervasive. If any of these thoughts have crossed your mind during your parenting journey, you've been impacted by sleep training culture.

Sep 175 min read

The Racial History of Sleep Training: Why We Need to Talk About It

Sleep training is rooted in white, Western ideals—not biology. Here’s why responsiveness isn’t a flaw and why your instincts matter.

Sep 104 min read

Why ‘Teaching Independent Sleep’ Is Baby Sleep BS (And What Actually Builds Independent Sleep Over Time)

You’ve been told babies need to be “taught” to sleep - but what if everything you’ve heard about independent sleep is wrong?

Apr 103 min read

Bedsharing Safety: Common Hazards You May Have Missed

Bedsharing safety education is paramount because besharing happens! (quite often!)

Feb 243 min read

Ditch The “Rules” - 7 Ways to Improve Your Baby Or Toddler’s Sleep Without Sleep Training

7 gentle, responsive tips to improve your baby’s sleep—no sleep training needed. Support their rhythms, adjust setups, and follow their cues

Jan 274 min read

Baby Sleep Cycles: Newborn Sleep, the 4-Month Progression, and Beyond

Baby sleep cycles are not like ours. Learn the stages they go through, specifically in the newborn and 4 month 'regression'.

Dec 18, 20243 min read

Red Flags For Baby Sleep + When You Should Get Support

Generally, babies are sleep quite normally. But sometimes, there are underlying red flags (feeding or medical issues) that may be impacting

Sep 16, 20243 min read

Early Rising: Why Is My Baby Waking Up SO Early?

Early rising is a common topic that comes up when discussing baby sleep. Learn why it's happening and practical tips for troubleshooting.

Jul 27, 20245 min read

Understanding Split Nights - Why Your Baby Is Up for Hours and How to Cope

Understanding the midnight party (AKA Split Nights) and what you can do to troubleshoot

May 31, 20245 min read

Understanding catnaps: Should we rethink the negativity around short daytime naps?

While catnaps are normal and common, especially between the ages of 2 to 6 months, they tend to get a bad name in the sleep industry...

May 9, 20244 min read

Is a Floor Bed Right for Your Baby or Toddler?

Considerations, Safety & How-To So, you’re considering a floor bed... If you're contemplating transitioning your baby or toddler to a...

Apr 15, 20245 min read

The Perfect Baby Sleep Schedule

What's the perfect baby sleep schedule? Learn how to figure this out for your baby and family.

Mar 8, 20245 min read

Newborn sleep patterns - what's behind your baby's sleep behaviours

Congratulations on your new baby! Now, let's learn about newborn sleep patterns and behaviours.

Oct 12, 20235 min read

Debunking misconceptions: The power of responsive parenting + Gentle night-time parenting techniques

Is gentle sleep training the same as gentle night-time parenting techniques? Gentle sleep training is still just sleep training...

Aug 21, 20236 min read

The sleep training methods that did not work for my baby (and what we did instead)

As a sleep-deprived and bewildered caregiver, I once hopped on the train to sleep training success. Oh, how I needed to believe in the...

Aug 7, 20238 min read

Mental Health in Mothers: Parent and Infant Needs Are Not A Zero Sum Game

Mental health in mothers and in babies - It's not one or the other!

Mar 24, 20235 min read

What Does 'Normal Infant Sleep' Even Mean?

Is your baby's sleep normal? Learn about normal baby sleep totals and patterns

Feb 10, 20238 min read

Four Sleep Training Claims - Myth or Fact?

The sleep training industry makes lots of claims. In this post, we'll debunk 4 of the most popular claims.

Sep 27, 202212 min read

Before Considering Night Weaning, Let's Count the Night-time Nurture Benefits

The benefits and reasons to keep responding to your baby day and night

Dec 17, 20214 min read

“Gentle” Sleep Training: Perfect Solution or Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing?

Are "gentle" sleep training methods better for you and your baby - are wolf in sheep's clothing?

Dec 2, 20219 min read