How can I soothe my extra-fussy baby? Some babies can be extra-fussy, which can make things even more difficult at sleep times. For instance, babies who were exposed to opioids and other substances during pregnancy may be extra fussy. There may be times when your baby is very fussy and you feel [...]
She still cries after weeks of sleep training – help! That can be incredibly frustrating! If that is happening, it’s good to check in on a few things. First, be sure that you are being as consistent as possible. Behavior change and intervention is tough, and we know that things can get worse [...]
She cries through the entire routine. What can I do? It can be incredibly frustrating when your baby cries throughout the entire routine. What that does tell us, though, is that you are being incredibly consistent. The child already knows when you start those activities that it’s time for bed. [...]
How can I relax as much as possible during sleep training? Make a plan, go with your gut, and call in reinforcements! Listening to your baby cry at bedtime while you’re doing sleep training is tough. So – what do you do? You know that you want to go in there to check on her and pick her up, but [...]
How do I help when she cries and screams at bedtime? It can be incredibly hard to hear your little one cry or scream at bedtime. Think about whether or not this is a new thing for your little one. If it is a sudden change, be sure to check with her health care provider since something could be [...]
How do I know if my little one is overtired? Not getting enough sleep can do more than make little ones groggy. A sleepy baby or toddler, unlike adults who become lethargic, may become grumpy or hyperactive. He may also be fussy, cry, scream, arch his back, make jerky movements with his arms and [...]
How can I stop nursing during the night? If your toddler is still nursing during the night, it may be comforting, but you may also be exhausted as a parent. Here are a few things to think about. First, once little ones are about 6-months-old they typically no longer need to be fed overnight for [...]
Can letting a baby cry to sleep affect attachment? Attachment forms over a long period of time. Changing your behavior at bedtime does not impact that attachment. Ultimately, helping your little one transition to sleep on their own at bedtime will help [...]
What should I do when she wakes upset from naps? Some little ones wake upset from naps. If your child wakes up from her nap upset and this is unusual or unexpected, go to her to see what is going on and to comfort her. On the other hand, your little one may be in the habit of waking crying or [...]
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 [...]