Tag: sleep routines
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Why I Embraced Snuggles Over Sleep Routines
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, my partner and I have often championed the concept of routine. It’s been our go-to strategy for managing bedtimes, sleep training, meals, and pretty much every aspect of raising our children. Sure, there were friends who suggested we could relax our sleep schedule, but we found comfort in the structure…
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Your 1-Year-Old Toddler: Week 15 Insights
Parenting Your 1-Year-Old: Week 15 Sleep: The Ever-Elusive Quest Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the eternal question: Why won’t my toddler sleep? This is the mantra of weary parents who have tried every trick in the book—rocking, reading, changing, and white noise—to no avail. Sleep remains a mysterious enigma, particularly for our little ones who thrive…
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Please, for the Love of Sleep, Don’t Wake My Child!
Get Pregnant Fast Yep, I’m that mom who takes her kids’ sleep very seriously. My entire day revolves around their nap times, and I absolutely despise returning home late for bedtime. If I receive an invitation for an event coinciding with naptime, I can feel the frustration bubbling inside me, wondering why the universe can’t…
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Late Bedtimes: A Parenting Reality That Works for Us
Get Pregnant Fast Feeling like a less-than-stellar parent? Just dive into any article or study about sleep routines for children, and you’re bound to feel like you’re missing the mark. Recently, a popular piece made the rounds, emphasizing the critical nature of early bedtimes. The author proudly declared, “My children are tucked in by 7:30…
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Tips for Helping Your Baby Sleep Anywhere
Get Pregnant Fast Whether you’re at home, in a hotel, or visiting family, getting your little one to drift off can be a challenge. But with some preparation and the right tricks, you can help your baby sleep soundly no matter where you are. Practice Makes Perfect Don’t wait until your baby is a toddler…
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Your 1-Year-Old Toddler: Week 27 Menu and Parenting Insights
Get Pregnant Fast Now that your little one is edging closer to toddlerhood, those late-night cries and unexpected tantrums might be turning your hair gray. Managing meltdowns in public can be particularly stressful, but with a little foresight, you can navigate these challenges more smoothly. Keep an eye out for cues that your child is…
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Your One-Year-Old Toddler: Week 24 Insights
Get Pregnant Fast As you embark on this week, it’s time to consider scheduling your child’s 18-month check-up. This visit often brings up a few crucial topics that are sure to spark some conversation: vaccinations, sleep routines, and potty training. Vaccinations Vaccinations have become a hot topic recently, especially with reports of whooping cough and…
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Battles Not Worth Fighting with Your Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Before I stepped into the world of parenthood, I was under the impression that I would have complete control over the children who would one day call my home their own. This fantasy is often fueled by those who aren’t yet parents, who seem quick to blame others for their children’s public…