Category: Sleep Training Basics
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Best Sleep Training Programs Under $50
Sleep training may seem intimidating initially, but a sleep training program provides plenty of support and guidance. Sleep training a baby doesn’t have to be expensive, and there are many programs for under $50. Most of the best sleep training programs under $25 are books or sleep training journals that parents can use to document […]
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Sleep Training High-Needs Babies: What You Need to Know Now
Extreme frustration occurs when we’ve tried everything to get our babies to sleep. Swinging, swaddling, rocking, and all methods available, and yet our babies still keep us awake all night. So, what should we do? Well, read this article to find out. A high-needs baby desperately needs a solid routine. Predictability is of the utmost […]
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Guide: How to Teach a Baby to Fall Asleep on Their Own
Being a parent is one of the most rewarding yet challenging experiences out there. Of course, every parent’s experience with their baby is different, but every parent has a tough time trying to put their baby to sleep. At a certain point, it gets tiring to do. A baby may be able to sleep on […]
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8 Steps to Break the Habit of Baby Sleeping in Arms
As parents, we’ve discovered that newborn babies love to fall asleep in their arms. Babies feel comforted by the warmth of their parents, and it’s the easiest way to get them to sleep. However, as they get older and heavier, it’s not practical to hold our babies every time they go to sleep. Newborn babies […]
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Did Sleep Training Work for You? 3,800 Parents Surveyed
As first-time parents (or more experienced ones looking to do things differently), we may search for information about sleep training. Many parents find that sleep training is the best way to get their babies to sleep sweetly and soundly through the entire night. After surveying 3,800 parents on its effectiveness, the first survey of 1,500 […]
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Baby Won’t Sleep Unless Rocked? Here’s What to Do
It’s normal for most parents to want to rock their babies – rocking is soothing and can help babies fall asleep. However, if parents rock a baby too much, especially as they get older, parents might find themselves endlessly rocking their baby because they won’t sleep without it. Newborn babies benefit from being rocked, but […]
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Pacifier Size and Shape: Complete Guide
Pacifiers are nipple substitutes designed for a baby to suck on when they aren’t eating. They offer comfort and support to a baby, are thought to help prevent sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), and are a quick way to quiet a baby’s cries. Pacifiers come in many sizes, shapes, colors, and designs. Sizes depend on […]
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Can A Baby Sleep in Their Own Room from Birth?
When it comes to babies and sleeping, it’s hard to find a one size fits all answer on the subject. Experts contradict each other, and as a parent, it can be hard to decide which advice to take. One topic that causes much debate is whether it’s ok for newborn babies to sleep alone in […]
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Is it Ever OK to Not Sleep Train Your Baby? An Honest Guide
Parenting can be difficult, and we often lose sleep over getting our little ones to sleep. Nowadays, some parents are investigating sleep training their babies so that they will get a good night’s rest. However, some parents are hesitant, and others don’t want to sleep train their babies. Not all babies require sleep training. Parents […]
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Guide: How to Maintain Sleep Training When Baby Is Sick
A baby can be trained into the perfect sleep routine, but there can be hiccups that affect a baby’s slumber from time to time. When a baby is sick, it can be difficult to maintain sleep training. Something as simple as a stuffy nose can wreak havoc on a good night’s sleep. When a baby […]
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Sleep or Feed? How Long Can Babies Go Without Feeding?
Food and sleep are two of the most vital parts of a baby’s development, and as good parents, we want to get these things right. If your baby has missed a meal or regularly sleeps through mealtime, you might be wondering how long to let them sleep before waking them up to eat. How long […]
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Baby Crying During Nighttime Checks? What to Do!
As a new parent, you get concerned when you hear your baby cry in the middle of the night. Why do babies cry during the night? Why do they cry during nighttime checks? And what is the magic formula to calm your baby? Babies may cry during the nighttime to check if they are awoken […]
