He has ADHD. What can I expect about his sleep? Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) may experience sleep problems such as frequent movements during sleep or daytime sleepiness. On the other hand, behaviors associated with ADHD, such as inattention or difficulty focusing, [...]
He never wakes happy, what can I do? Does your little one wake up grumpy or irritable? This may be a sign that he is not getting enough or good quality sleep. Try setting an earlier bedtime, between 7:00 and 8:00 p.m. Think about whether or not your little one is waking during the night. We want to [...]
How late in the day can my baby nap? To make sure your little one can fall asleep easily at bedtime, try not to let her nap too late. So, if she has a bedtime of about 7:30 p.m., be sure to gently wake her from her nap by about 4:00 p.m. Keep in mind, though, that younger infants may be able to nap [...]
My baby now cries at bedtime. What should I do? There are a number of things that can cause a baby to cry at bedtime. One of them is simply being tired and working on learning to fall asleep. Know, too, that there are also a number of medical reasons that may be related to your baby crying at [...]
Is it harmful for him to cry himself to sleep? Letting your little one cry before falling asleep can be an incredibly hard choice as a parent because it seems unnatural to let your baby cry. But, the truth is that there are no long-term negative consequences in terms of attachment, mood, or [...]
My little one has an inconsistent schedule during the day because of work and childcare schedules. What are some things that I can do to keep her naps consistent? If you are able to keep your child’s naptime within an hour each day, she may be able to adjust to these differences fairly easily. [...]
What are some signs that my baby is sleepy? There are many signs that your baby is sleepy. Some babies get cranky and irritable. Other babies rub their eyes, pull on their ears, or twirl their hair. And some babies simply zone out and start to stare off into space. Learn your baby’s signs of when [...]