You've probably heard that wake windows are the secret to a baby who sleeps well. Then you look them up and find a dozen charts that don't agree with each other, a baby who ignores all of them, and the creeping sense that you're already doing it wrong. Here's the...
Feeding, Wake Time & Sleep Goals by Age (0–12 Months) If you’re a new parent, there’s a good chance you’ve Googled some version of: How often should my baby eat? What are normal wake windows by age? Why is my baby waking so much at night? Am I doing something...
Why Sleep Shortcuts Fail—and What Actually Works for Type-A Moms I’m going to be honest with you: I’m a Type-A mom. I don’t function well on little sleep. In fact, the weeks leading up to the birth of each of my four babies, I had real anxiety—not about labor or...
The Truth About Moving Baby to Their Own Room: 5 Tips for a Smooth Transition When it comes to baby sleep, many parents find themselves asking, "Should I move my baby to their own room?" It’s a question that stirs up a lot of emotions and sometimes confusion. After...
What exactly is a newborn? What age constitutes a newborn? What are the most important tips for newborn care?
Burping is important! It’s often the best thing you can do if your baby is experiencing a lot of spit up, is fussy, isn’t getting full feedings, or is struggling to settle in their crib. But, should you be burping a sleeping baby? What burping techniques are the best...
Navigating your baby’s sleep-wake cycle can be a challenge. You may be asking yourself, “How many wake windows should my baby have, and how long should they be?” They can’t tell you with words whether they’re getting too tired, or they’re not tired enough for a nap....
Suddenly – and sometimes all too quickly – you’ve transitioned from pregnant mama into mama of a newborn. The first few weeks of life with a newborn can be wonderful and overwhelming. Luckily, there are a few things you can do that will help support you and your...
Hearing your baby cry and trying to soothe them without any success can get overwhelming quickly. It can be difficult to figure out exactly why your baby won’t stop screaming. They’re not crying just for the sake of it – your baby is telling you something very...
Baby Settler Blog“How do I get my baby to extend their nap?” Hillary Sadler | March 23, 2021I get asked this question multiple times each week. My response is always, “Tell me a little more about your baby’s nap routine.” Let me share a truth with you. Most babies (I...
