Creating Supportive Environments for Children Sleeping in 2 Households
I had the opportunity to talk with Pacific Cascade Family Law to discuss factors that can result in sleep challenges for children, and how co-parents can work together across households to create environments that support healthy sleep patterns. We covered the following: Why do children have problems falling asleep or staying asleep in two households?…
Read More3 Parts to a Short & Sweet Bedtime Routine
Having a relaxing bedtime routine is key for your child’s sleep. Creating the right bedtime routine is one of the first things I focus on with my clients. Research shows that kiddos who have a consistent bedtime routine fall asleep faster, have less night wakings and sleep better overall. Sounds good, right?! So let’s talk…
Read MoreBedtime Routine – Answering Your Questions
Today I answer common questions about the bedtime routine. If you have not read 3 Parts to a Short & Sweet Bedtime Routine, make sure to read that first. Here are some additional tips about how to make your routine woks for your child. At what time do we start the do routine? We talked…
Read MoreUnderstanding Your Child’s Clock = Better Sleep!
The circadian rhythm is our internal body clock. One of its role is to make us feel awake at certain times of the day and sleepy at other times. This means that we have windows of wakefulness throughout the day. Newborns have very short windows: they are awake for 45-90 min and need to…
Read MoreDaylight Saving Ends – How to Fall Back Without Falling Apart
It’s that time of the year again… On Sunday, November 5th, Daylight Saving will end (for US and Canada). Before you had kids, Daylight Saving adjustments meant an extra short/long weekend and having to adjust the clock on a bunch of electronics. With kids, however, it can impact your family for days, especially with young…
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