by jenbabywhisperer | Feb 16, 2016 | babies, infants, naps, parents, Sleep Deprived Mommy, toddlers
You’re just drifting off to sleep when you hear a coo/ gurgle/ snuffle/ whimper/ sigh broadcast through the baby monitor on your nightstand (or in some cases, in your hand!). Trick question – what do you do? Do you a.) rush in to make sure that your precious bambino... by jenbabywhisperer | Jan 19, 2016 | babies, Child Sleep Tips, Giving Up The Afternoon Nap, naps
I typically talk about ways to help your child sleep, and work with families every day on establishing a healthy nap and bedtime routine, but today I’m going to switch gears. Yes, today I’m going to talk about eliminating afternoon naps. I know, I know, you’ve come to... by jenbabywhisperer | Aug 18, 2015 | babies, Baby Sleep Sack, get your baby to sleep, get your baby to sleep better, infants, naps, Newborn
Swaddles. Swaddling has been around since ancient times (more specifically, the Paleolithic era), so it makes sense that questions surrounding swaddling are ones I receive frequently. Is a swaddle a sleep prop? How do you feel about swaddles? Simply put, I love... by jenbabywhisperer | Aug 6, 2015 | babies, Baby Night Feedings, Baby Sleep Tips, Child Sleep Tips, Infant Co-sleeper, infants, naps, Newborn, parents, toddlers
As a pediatric sleep consultant, I’m asked many of the same questions from tired parents everywhere (read: You’re not alone!). One of the most popular questions I’m asked pertains to co-sleeping. I’m often contacted by parents to help with transitionining their baby... by jenbabywhisperer | Jun 16, 2015 | babies, Baby Sleep Tips, Child Sleep Tips, get your baby to sleep, get your baby to sleep better, Healthy Sleep Habits, infants, naps, Sleep Problems in Babies
I know, I know, you never thought you’d be asking this question, especially after all of the sleepless nights you’ve endured. But now you’re noticing some changes in your little one’s sleep patterns, which is leading to you to wonder if, perhaps, your baby is sleeping...
by jenbabywhisperer | Feb 3, 2015 | Baby Sleep Tips, Child Sleep Tips, get your baby to sleep better, infants, naps, Newborn, Sleep Aids For Children, toddlers
You’ve just gotten your fussy baby down for a nap, and your neighbor decides to mow the lawn. Or, the mailman rings the bell for you to sign for a package…just as you had gotten your little to sleep. Better still are the early morning wake-ups, caused by the...