Little Snooze Sleep Consulting

Little Snooze Sleep Consulting Amber Lamothe | Professional Infant & Toddler Sleep Consultant

Ottawa-based Sleep Consultant helping families all over the world virtually

I help exhausted parents teach their little ones how to sleep well throughout the day and night using a gentle, responsive 1-on-1 evidence-based sleep method so that you can come out of that early parent “survival mode” and enjoy your days together well-rested as a family.

08/26/2026

Signs your baby may be overtired 👇🏼

One of the biggest sleep struggles I hear from parents is, “My baby is exhausted, but they are fighting sleep!”

Sometimes, what looks like a baby who isn’t tired can actually be a baby who has become overtired.

Here are some common signs to watch for:

✨ Becoming fussy, whiny or extra clingy
✨ Fighting naps or bedtime
✨ Taking short, restless naps
✨ Waking shortly after falling asleep
✨ More frequent night wakings

But here’s the tricky part: not every baby will show obvious sleepy cues, and some babies actually become MORE alert when they are overtired.

That’s why I recommend looking at the bigger picture. Your baby’s wake time, naps, total daytime sleep, bedtime and how they are behaving throughout the day.

And remember, one difficult nap or bedtime doesn’t automatically mean your baby is overtired. Look for consistent patterns rather than one-off days. 🤍

If your little one is constantly fighting sleep, it may be worth taking a closer look at their schedule and wake windows.

Save this post for the next time you’re wondering, “Is my baby overtired?” 💤

One of the biggest questions I get from parents is, “When should my baby drop a nap?”While there are some general age ra...
08/26/2026

One of the biggest questions I get from parents is, “When should my baby drop a nap?”

While there are some general age ranges when nap transitions commonly happen, age alone doesn’t mean your little one is ready. Every baby and toddler is different!

Here are some typical ranges to keep in mind:

•4–5 months: 4 naps → 3 naps

•7–8 months: 3 naps → 2 naps

•16–18 months: 2 naps → 1 nap

•3–4 years: 1 nap → no naps

So how do you know it’s actually time to transition? 👇🏼

✨ Baby consistently refuses a nap
✨ A nap is regularly becoming very short or difficult
✨ Bedtime is getting pushed later and later
✨ Your little one is happily staying awake longer between sleeps
✨ The current schedule is no longer allowing enough sleep throughout the day

One important tip: Don’t rush a nap transition just because your baby has reached the “typical” age. Temporary nap resistance can happen for so many reasons including developmental milestones, teething, illness, travel, changes in routine, or simply an off day.

Look for consistent patterns over time, rather than making a change based on a few difficult naps. And remember: dropping a nap doesn’t necessarily mean your baby needs less sleep. Often, we’re simply redistributing their daytime sleep into fewer, longer naps.

Save this post for those “Is it time to drop a nap?” moments! 💤🤍

✨ Picture this…You’ve just spent the last 20 minutes snuggling, rocking, and feeding your 4½-month-old babe to sleep. 🤍Y...
08/10/2026

✨ Picture this…

You’ve just spent the last 20 minutes snuggling, rocking, and feeding your 4½-month-old babe to sleep. 🤍

You finally get them settled, carefully place them in their crib… and breathe a sigh of relief.

Only for them to wake up 40 minutes later. 😩

WHY does this happen?!

☁️ Around this age, babies’ sleep cycles are typically about 40–50 minutes long. At the end of each cycle, they naturally move into a lighter stage of sleep and often briefly wake.

If your babe needed rocking, bouncing, feeding, or lots of hands-on help to fall asleep at bedtime or naptime, they may look for those same conditions when they reach the end of their sleep cycle.

And that can make it really hard to connect one sleep cycle to the next.

✨ This is where independent sleep skills can make a big difference.

When your babe learns how to settle to sleep with less hands-on assistance, they can begin developing the skills they need to resettle during those little wake-ups meaning longer naps, more restorative sleep, and less time spent getting them back to sleep. ☁️

And no sleep coaching does NOT have to mean endless crying or leaving your babe alone.

My approach is gentle, responsive, and focused on supporting both your baby AND you through the process. 🤍

If your babe is struggling with:

☁️ Multiple night wakings
☁️ Short, 30–45 minute naps
☁️ Needing lots of help to fall asleep
☁️ Difficulty settling independently

…and what used to work just isn’t working anymore, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

✨ I can help.

DM me to book your FREE 15-minute discovery call, and we can chat about your babe’s sleep, your goals, and what support might look like for your family. 🤍

Have you ever heard of a top-up feed?A top-up feed is simply offering a second breastfeed or bottle during the same wake...
06/29/2026

Have you ever heard of a top-up feed?

A top-up feed is simply offering a second breastfeed or bottle during the same wake window.

When can it be helpful?

Around 5–7 months is often the sweet spot.

Here’s why:

✨ A 3–4 month old typically only has about an hour or so of awake time, so one feed per wake window is usually enough.

✨ By 9–10 months, babies are often eating solids with each wake window, so one milk feed is generally enough again.

✨ Between 5 and 7 months, wake windows become much longer (often 2–3 hours), while solids may not yet be established. By the time naptime rolls around, some babies are simply hungry again!

Offering a small “top-up” feed 20–30 minutes before nap time can help ensure your baby is full, comfortable, and ready for sleep.

Keep in mind that every baby is different, and this won’t be necessary for every little one but for some families, it can make a noticeable difference in naps and overall mood.

🤍 Have you ever tried a top-up feed? Let me know in the comments!

Today we celebrate all kinds of dads and all paths to fatherhood. 💚To the dads who show up, support, guide, protect, and...
06/21/2026

Today we celebrate all kinds of dads and all paths to fatherhood. 💚

To the dads who show up, support, guide, protect, and love through every season of life we see you. Today, we also hold space for those who are longing to be fathers, grieving a child, missing their dad, navigating a complicated relationship, or carrying Father’s Day with a heavy heart.

Fatherhood looks different for everyone, and every story deserves to be acknowledged.

Happy Father’s Day to all those celebrating, remembering, hoping, and healing today. 🤍

For most babes, the four-month sleep regression happens around 14–16 weeks of age.It’s one of the most common regression...
06/01/2026

For most babes, the four-month sleep regression happens around 14–16 weeks of age.

It’s one of the most common regressions - and unlike others, this one is permanent.

Here’s why:

This is the only regression directly tied to a biological change in sleep. Around four months, your baby transitions from newborn sleep patterns into more adult-like sleep cycles.

Wondering if your babe has hit the four-month sleep regression? Here are the most common signs to look for:

✨ More frequent night wakings
✨ Short naps (30–45 minutes)
✨ Suddenly fighting naps or bedtime
✨ Increased fussiness around sleep
✨ Harder transfers to the crib
✨ Waking fully between sleep cycles
✨ Wanting more help to fall back asleep

If your baby was previously sleeping long stretches and suddenly isn’t - this could be why. This isn’t a step backward - it’s a sign your baby’s sleep is maturing.

✨ With these big developmental changes also come changing sleep needs.

To support your babe through this transition:
• Maintain consistent nap and bedtime routines
• Follow age-appropriate wake windows
• Place your babe into their sleep space fully awake (not drowsy, not already asleep)

When babies learn to fall asleep independently, they’re better able to navigate these new sleep cycles overnight.

Is your babe going through the four-month regression? Have you noticed changes in their sleep patterns?

If you’re feeling stuck or unsure where to start, I offer one-on-one support to help your little one build healthy, independent sleep habits - and get your family well rested again. 🤍

Today we celebrate every kind of mother and every journey to motherhood 💐To the moms in the thick of it, the new moms, t...
05/10/2026

Today we celebrate every kind of mother and every journey to motherhood 💐

To the moms in the thick of it, the new moms, the bonus moms, the grieving moms, the women longing to become moms, and the ones who show up with motherly love in countless ways - you are seen, valued, and appreciated today and every day. 🤍

Motherhood comes in many forms, and every story deserves love.

Happy Mother’s Day from ✨

3 Reasons Your Toddler Fights Bedtime 😵‍💫👇1️⃣ They’re overtiredIt sounds backwards, but toddlers who stay up too long of...
05/09/2026

3 Reasons Your Toddler Fights Bedtime 😵‍💫👇

1️⃣ They’re overtired
It sounds backwards, but toddlers who stay up too long often have more trouble settling at bedtime.

2️⃣ Inconsistent bedtime routines
Toddlers thrive on predictability. A calm, consistent routine helps signal that sleep is coming.

3️⃣ They’re testing boundaries
Toddlers love control. Extra books, another snack, one more hug… totally normal but consistent boundaries are key.

Bedtime battles are exhausting, but they’re also very common 🤍 A few small changes can make a huge difference.

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As a pediatric sleep consultant, here are a few things I always recommend focusing on during a regression 👇☁️ Bedtime ti...
04/07/2026

As a pediatric sleep consultant, here are a few things I always recommend focusing on during a regression 👇

☁️ Bedtime timing matters
Making sure bedtime is aligned with your little one’s needs can make a big difference

☁️ Sleep environment
Is the room dark, calm, and conducive to sleep?

☁️ Consistent bedtime routine
A predictable routine helps signal that sleep is coming

☁️ Stay consistent
Stick to your usual sleep habits as much as possible

✨ And most importantly - remind yourself:

This too shall pass. 🤍

Sleep regressions are temporary, but consistency during this time is key.

If your babe or toddler didn’t previously need extra support to fall asleep, try not to introduce new habits during this phase. Continue encouraging the same healthy sleep foundations you’ve already built.

☁️ Consistency is everything when it comes to sleep.

⬇️ Is your little one going through a sleep regression right now?
What’s been helping you get through it?

✨ If you’re feeling stuck and need support, feel free to DM me I’m here to help 🤍

04/06/2026

You’ve probably heard this term before…

✨ Sleep crutches also known as sleep associations are anything we do for or with our babe or toddler to help them fall asleep.

Some common examples include:

• Rocking to sleep
• Feeding (breastfeeding or bottle) to sleep
• Holding your babe to sleep
• Patting or rubbing to sleep
• Lying down with your little one at bedtime

✨ And here’s the important part if this is working for you and your family, there is absolutely nothing wrong with it.

I never recommend changing something that’s working 🤍

But…

☁️ When it stops working that’s when things can feel really hard.

This was actually my experience too. Feeding and rocking worked… until it didn’t. Once sleep changed, it suddenly felt like no one was sleeping anymore.

✨ Often, this is when parents start noticing:
• Short naps
• Frequent night wakings
• Difficulty settling back to sleep

And it leaves you wondering what changed.

☁️ The good news? There is a reason and so many gentle-supportive ways to improve it.

⬇️ How does your babe fall asleep right now?
Contact naps? Rocking? Feeding? Let me know in the comments!

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