Tag: sleep tips
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Keep Your Child in a Crib As Long As You Can: A Parenting Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast By: Emily Thompson Updated: Oct. 13, 2020 Originally Published: Dec. 27, 2016 Until just a few months ago, my daughter was still happily nestled in her crib. Oh, I see you there, in your perfectly coordinated outfit. You want to know how old she is? shifts gaze, muttering under my breath She’s……
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How to Successfully Get Your Toddler to Sleep in 5 Simple Steps
Step 1: Set Aside a Generous Block of Time. Get Pregnant Fast Prepare yourself for a solid two hours, or maybe even a bit more. Your toddler’s bedtime routine can be quite the marathon. Step 2: Diaper Duty. This part can be a bit challenging. First, make sure all exits are blocked. Containment is crucial—if…
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Parents, Stop Holding Your Breath for Your Kids to Sleep Through the Night: A Decade of Sleep Deprivation
Get Pregnant Fast I haven’t enjoyed a full night of sleep in ten years. Let’s be real: since I became a parent, restful nights have been a distant memory. Sure, I occasionally snag a few hours of uninterrupted sleep, but more often than not, I wake up feeling like a creature from the depths—not quite…
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5 Common Sleep Saboteurs for Your Baby (And Your Sanity)
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, achieving a good sleep routine for your little one can feel like an impossible task. Here are five sneaky culprits that can disrupt your baby’s sleep and threaten your sanity. The Car Remote Lock Picture this: You’ve successfully transferred your 15-month-old from the car to the crib, only to…
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12 Sleep Solutions That Don’t Leave Me Tossing and Turning
Get Pregnant Fast I hate to admit it, but nearly every conversation I have starts like this: Other Person: “Hey, Lisa! How are you?” Me: “Oh man, I’m completely wiped out. How about you?” I’m exhausted for a million reasons. I have kids, pets, and my mind never truly shuts off. I’m also a bit…
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Dear Partner: Your Snoring Is Driving Me Crazy!
Get Pregnant Fast Even on those rare evenings when I manage to hit the hay at a reasonable hour, sleep eludes me. It’s like my brain decides that nighttime is the ideal moment to revisit the day’s events, all the tasks I neglected, and everything awaiting me tomorrow. “Let’s ponder the laundry!” it chirps, full…
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Time for Sleep: A Monologue
Get Pregnant Fast “Alright, time for sleep!” I called out with all the patience I could muster. I understand you’re not ready, but the hour has come. Please, for the love of all that is holy, return your shoes and socks to their rightful spots. Both shoes, and all the socks. I can tell they…
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What to Anticipate When Your Baby Struggles with Severe FOMO
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: June 10, 2021 Originally Published: Dec. 6, 2015 Ever since we brought our precious little one, Charlie, home just two months ago, I’ve been asking fellow moms of two or more the same burning question: How do you manage to put a baby to sleep with a lively toddler running around?…
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10 Game-Changing Life Hacks for Moms Who Struggle with Mornings
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the joys of motherhood. Before I became a mom, I was one of those early risers who could pull an all-nighter (studying, of course) and still bounce back the next day. But then my life changed with the arrival of kids. Now, mornings feel like a never-ending struggle against an invisible…
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The Best Toddler Mattresses for a Cozy Transition from Crib to Bed
Get Pregnant Fast Hey friends! If you’re navigating the transition from a crib to a toddler bed, selecting the right mattress is key to ensuring your little one sleeps soundly. Based on insights from parents in our community, here are some of the best toddler mattresses that you might want to consider. Top Picks for…