Activities for Better Naps and Milestone Development
By Katie Briggs, MSPT, CIMT2, CPMTOwner and Infant Development Coach, Supported Start Infant Development Timing is everything We’ve all been there. You want to provide your baby with activities to help with their development, but between naps, feedings, chores, and diaper changes (let alone work if you’re getting that in too!) the day has gone…
Read MoreBreaking the Pacifier Habit: The Best Approach for Toddlers
Ah, the pacifier—your child’s first love, your secret weapon, and sometimes, your biggest nighttime nemesis. There comes a time when this trusty little soother needs to go, but when? And how do you do it without losing your mind? The idea of eliminating the pacifier may feel daunting, but with a plan and some tips,…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Sleep Training While Room Sharing
With the right plan, patience, and a little creativity, sleep training while room sharing can be successful. Here’s how.
Read MoreFrom Unpredictable to More Regular Days: When & How Your Baby Will Settle Into a Schedule
Ah, the elusive baby schedule. One minute you think you’ve nailed it, and the next, it feels like you’ve gone completely off course. If you’re wondering, “When will my baby be on a schedule?” you’re not alone. Every parent dreams of the day their little one follows a more predictable schedule. The truth is that…
Read MoreFrom Contact Naps to Sleeping on Mattress
Here are some ways to help your baby learn to nap on a mattress. Contact naps are so sweet, but it’s nice to be able to switch it up!
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Debunking common myths about potty training
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how to help your child sleep when they are sick
Read MoreRecharge and Connect: Elevating Bedtime with Moments of Self-Care
The whirlwind of parenting and adulting can often leave us drained by the time bedtime rolls around, making it hard to be present and really connect with our kiddo(s) during their bedtime routines. In this blog, we’ll explore some tips to help you parents get yourselves ready so you can stay calm and connect with…
Read MoreTuck in and Tune In: Nurturing Mindful Bonds with Your Child at Bedtime
In the whirlwind of parenthood, bedtime can be a special time to connect with our kiddo(s). It does not always work out, because evenings can get pretty hectic. By the time bedtime rolls around, I am tired and often not at my best parenting-wise, and I am thinking about the things I have left to…
Read MoreUsing Dreamfeeds for More Sleep
A dreamfeed is one of my favorite tools for nighttime. If you are offering night feedings, a dream feed may help you get more sleep at night. What is a dreamfeed? A dream feed is when you feed your kiddo while they’re asleep. While your baby is completely asleep, you go in, pick her up…
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