Love.sleepschool

Love.sleepschool As a pediatric sleep consultant I educate, advise, and support parents in creating healthy sleep habits for children (newborn-age 6).

Contact me to book your complimentary discovery call to learn more about the sleep support I can offer your family.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and one of the biggest foundations of mental health is quality sleep.In the newbor...
05/21/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and one of the biggest foundations of mental health is quality sleep.

In the newborn stage, or fourth trimester, sleep is about survival, flexibility, and responding to your baby’s needs. But as your baby grows, gently supporting more independent sleep can help everyone in the family get the restorative rest they need to thrive.

Better sleep is not about perfection. It is about creating healthy, sustainable habits that support both baby and parents.

Sleep training is not just about bedtime, and it’s not just for babies. It is about understanding what drives toddler be...
05/20/2026

Sleep training is not just about bedtime, and it’s not just for babies.

It is about understanding what drives toddler behavior and using it to build healthy, independent sleep habits that last.

Power and control matter. Toddlers crave autonomy, and giving them appropriate choices at bedtime helps reduce resistance and bedtime battles.

Attention matters. Children repeat behaviors that receive the most focus, including stalling, tantrums, and nighttime wake-ups. Consistent responses change patterns.

Connection matters. Secure attachment and intentional one-on-one connection during the day support confidence and emotional regulation at night.

Routine matters. Predictable bedtime routines create safety, reduce anxiety, and signal to the brain and body that sleep is coming.

Rewards matter. Positive reinforcement builds motivation and confidence as toddlers learn new sleep skills and independence.

Most importantly, it is never too late to have high expectations for your child’s sleep. Independent sleep is a skill that can be taught with consistency, boundaries, connection, and trust.

Sleep is one of the most valuable things a family can have — and one of the hardest things to navigate alone.Hiring a sl...
05/18/2026

Sleep is one of the most valuable things a family can have — and one of the hardest things to navigate alone.

Hiring a sleep consultant isn’t “extra.”
It’s support during one of the most exhausting stages of parenting.

A good sleep consultant helps you:
• Create a plan that fits your child
• Stop second-guessing every wake-up
• Bring consistency without feeling rigid
• Protect your mental health and relationship
• Help your child learn healthy sleep skills for the long term

The biggest transformation usually isn’t just the baby sleeping through the night — it’s the entire family feeling calmer, more connected, and more like themselves again.

Sleep affects everything:
• Moods
• Patience
• Feeding
• Development
• Confidence as a parent

You can spend months trying random advice from the internet… or get personalized guidance that shortens the overwhelm and gives you a clear path forward.

Investing in sleep is really investing in your family’s well-being.

Early rising is one of the most common sleep challenges parents face. Those early morning wake-ups can leave parents exh...
05/14/2026

Early rising is one of the most common sleep challenges parents face.

Those early morning wake-ups can leave parents exhausted while also shifting nap schedules, increasing overtiredness, and creating a frustrating cycle of poor sleep for the whole family.

Top 5 Tips to Help Avoid Early Rising:
1 Keep bedtime age-appropriate — overtired children often wake earlier.
2 Make sure daytime naps are balanced and developmentally appropriate.
3 Treat anything before your desired wake time as nighttime.
4 Use blackout curtains and white noise to support healthy sleep.
5 Stay consistent with your child’s sleep schedule for several days before making changes.

Early rising is often connected to sleep schedules, nap timing, sleep environment, or sleep habits — and small adjustments can make a big difference.

If you need help figuring out what is causing your child’s early rising, let’s talk today.

Sleep coaching is so much more than just sleep training. It’s accountability, loving support, and gentle encouragement a...
05/13/2026

Sleep coaching is so much more than just sleep training.

It’s accountability, loving support, and gentle encouragement as you step outside your comfort zone and toward better sleep for your whole family. Through personalized guidance and consistent communication over a few weeks, we work together to reach your sleep goals — because everyone deserves restful nights and happier days.

Whether you’re struggling with bedtime battles, short naps, night wakings, co-sleeping transitions, or sleep regressions, you don’t have to do it alone.

Crib climbing doesn’t always mean it’s time for a toddler bed. Before making the transition, there are often simple inte...
05/12/2026

Crib climbing doesn’t always mean it’s time for a toddler bed.

Before making the transition, there are often simple interventions that can help improve safety and maintain healthy sleep boundaries:

+ Lowering the crib mattress
+ Positioning the higher crib rail toward the door
+ Removing nearby climbing items
+ Using a color-changing “ready to wake” clock
+ Practicing bedtime boundaries consistently

Sometimes a few small adjustments can buy families more time before moving to a big kid bed.

If your child is climbing out of the crib, struggling with bedtime boundaries, or you’re preparing for the toddler bed transition, I’d love to help.

Book a complimentary call today to learn more about how we can create a plan that works for your family.

Sleep Well

bedtime is one of the most common places, threats creep in, usually because everyone’s tired and patience is thin.I am g...
05/06/2026

bedtime is one of the most common places, threats creep in, usually because everyone’s tired and patience is thin.

I am guilty of some pretty ridiculous threats over the years 🫣 Our kids learn quickly if we are going to keep our word, so make your words Gold.

“I give kids…who…”
“feel free to…when…”
“I am going to…”
“I allow kids to…who…”

what’s a threat you have made you can laugh at now?

So easy to lose like cool & logic at bedtime so keep it simple - set that limit, then leave.

Sleep Well

01/16/2026

Early wakeups can be challenging, but there are ways to help your baby sleep longer. Pick a consistent “start of day” time and keep your baby in a calm, dark environment until then.

If your baby cries, check in briefly and gently with soothing touches or words. Some parents also offer a pacifier if needed.

Offer light, attention, and feeding only at the established start of day. This helps your baby learn the difference between night and morning and supports longer sleep.

As toddlers outgrow naps, quiet time becomes an important way for them to rest and recharge. A calm environment, a predi...
01/14/2026

As toddlers outgrow naps, quiet time becomes an important way for them to rest and recharge. A calm environment, a predictable schedule, and soothing activities like books, soft music, or independent play can make this transition smooth.

Quiet time helps children relax while giving parents a consistent, peaceful part of the day.

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