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Sleepfull Baby Sleep & Toddler Sleep Blog
Welcome to the Sleepfull Baby & Toddler Sleep Blog! Find expert advice and practical tips to improve your child's sleep from Dr. Aubrie aka the ‘Baby Sleep Dr.” We cover safe sleep, sleep training, sleep regressions, developmental milestones, and healthy sleep routines for newborns, babies, and toddlers. Our goal is to help your family achieve restful nights by tackling one sleep issue at a time!
Baby & Toddler Trends for 2025: Names, Nursery Design, and Must-Have Products
Explore the best baby and toddler trends for 2025, including popular baby names, nursery design inspiration, and game-changing parenting products to simplify your life. Perfect for new and seasoned parents alike!
27 Holiday Activities to Do with Babies & Toddlers (Easy, Affordable, & Fun!)
Looking for holiday fun with your baby or toddler? These 25+ activities are perfect for creating magical, stress-free memories this season—no matter where you are!
180+ Of The Biggest 2024 Amazon Prime Day Deals For Babies, Toddlers, Parents, And The Home
Discover the best Amazon Prime Day deals for babies, toddlers, parents, and the home from a baby sleep and parenting expert! Browse deals on top-rated products, including baby gear, toys, home essentials, and seasonal items with huge discounts. Save big from October 7-8, 2024, with these must-have deals!
30+ Free Baby and Toddler Development Activities for 0-3 Years | Simple at-Home Ideas
Discover free, simple activities for babies and toddlers (ages 0-3) that boost development. These fun, at-home ideas promote physical, cognitive, and emotional growth.
6 Tips for Navigating Baby Sleep at Daycare
Navigating baby sleep at daycare can be challenging. Discover 6 essential tips to help your little one rest better in a new environment, from maintaining a routine to managing nap schedules. Ensure your baby sleeps well both at home and daycare with these practical strategies.
How Intermittent Reinforcement Impacts Your Child’s Sleep Success
Learn how intermittent reinforcement affects your child's sleep success and the importance of consistency. Get practical tips for creating a solid sleep plan and avoiding common pitfalls. Check out our comprehensive sleep guides for extra support and help your little one become a rockstar sleeper!
3 Reasons to Switch Caregivers During the Bedtime Routine
Unlock 3 reasons why switching caregivers during your baby's bedtime routine can benefit everyone. Discover practical tips for a smooth transition and find relief for exhausted caregivers.
Once You Sleep Train, Will You Ever Need to Re-Sleep Train?
Parents of sleep-trained babies (or parents considering sleep training their baby) often ask me if they will need to re-train their baby at a later date if they’ve already been sleep trained. There are a lot of components that can go into this scenario, but my answer is generally, no.
How Trying Everything is Getting in the Way of Your Baby Sleep Success
When it comes to baby sleep, and getting your baby to sleep well, I often hear parents say that they have “tried everything”. The issue with “trying everything” is that it doesn’t leave the time and space for complete consistency to be successful. It’s actually the factor that’s inhibiting so many parents from seeing progress and success.
The Newborn Curl: Is your newborn rolling already?
Rolling is such an exciting developmental milestone for your baby! But, it can also be a bit of a back-and-forth game for parents who are waking up in fear 1 million times a night to roll their baby back over onto their back. Knowing the basics of baby sleep is a complete game-changer for parents, especially in the newborn phase; and knowing how to handle various rolling scenarios is one of the most important! If your newborn does seem to be able to roll, this is actually highly unlikely and most likely an involuntary reflex called the “newborn curl.”
Is Your Baby Sleeping All Day and Up All Night? Here’s How to Fix it.
Is your baby sleeping all day and partying all night? It's common for newborns to have days and nights confused, but you can help! Learn how to establish a healthy sleep routine and kickstart your baby's circadian rhythm for better sleep for both of you.
Baby Getting Too Much Sleep? When You Should Wake a Sleeping Baby
Is your baby sleeping too much during the day. Learn how to avoid oversleeping & establish a healthy sleep schedule for better sleep for both you and your baby!
Sleep training is about teaching the parents, not the babies
I often hear that you “can’t teach a baby to sleep because it’s a biological function.” And actually, that’s true! But you can teach a baby to sleep well. Sleep training isn’t actually about teaching a baby to sleep. Sleep training teaches parents how to change their behavior around their child’s sleep. Because the truth is, the behaviors of a parent are what encourage independent sleep and dictate the habits formed by the child.
The Effects of Over-tiredness in Babies: Causes and Prevention
Is your baby cranky & refusing to sleep? It might be overtiredness! Learn the causes, signs, and prevention tips for a well-rested & happy baby (and you!).
Why Your Newborn Should Have a Bedtime (Even Though They Wake to Feed)
Newborn sleep got you confused? confused? Even newborns need a bedtime routine! Learn how a consistent bedtime helps your baby (and you!) sleep better.
How to Prevent an Overtired Baby: Wake Windows vs. Tired Cues
Have you ever found yourself struggling to get your baby to sleep when they are overtired? I know how frustrating this can be. The truth is, when babies are overtired, it can be difficult to get them to fall asleep, and then stay asleep! Helping your baby to become an amazing sleeper overall takes lots of effort and practice; but making a few tweaks to prevent over-tiredness can be quick and extremely beneficial!
Why Early and Consistent Bedtimes are Essential for Babies
Does your baby fight bedtime? Early & consistent sleep schedules are key to longer stretches of sleep & a happier baby (and you!). Learn why & how to create a winning bedtime routine!
Common Developmental Milestones That Can Disrupt Your Baby’s Sleep
Developmental milestones are one of the most common causes of sudden sleep disturbances! If your little one is usually a sound sleeper, and then without warning starts waking up several times in the night, taking short naps, or having early wakings, it’s likely that they are going through a developmental milestone! Though keep in mind, if your child has never slept for long stretches in the night and you’re looking for a solution to help your baby sleep through the night and lengthen naps, it’s likely not a short-term hiccup like a developmental milestone.
What is Baby Sleep Training and How to Decide if it’s Right for You
Discover the ins and outs of baby sleep training: from understanding its significance to deciding if it's right for you. Learn when to start, debunk common myths, and explore gentle methods. Whether you're seeking independence for your little one or alleviating sleep woes, find guidance here.
Wake Windows: What are They and Why do They Matter?
You’ve more than likely heard of the term “wake windows,” but what are they and why do they often feel like trying to solve an impossible math question?