I can remember my early days of being a nurse, which is crazy to think that it is now over 11 years ago and learning about swaddling! In fact, it actually dates back to the summer before I was a senior in nursing school. I chose labor and delivery/NICU to be my internship before graduating. … Read more 4 Easy Ways to Swaddle Like a Pediatric Nurse

I remember giving birth to my older son during the month of November thinking, how do I dress my baby at night? What sleep sack is best? What does T.O.G. even mean? It was winter and the nights were cold, but we did our best to regulate the temperature of the room. Those sleepless nights … Read more Can My Baby Wear Mittens to Sleep? How to dress baby for bed.

In today’s world, we are hearing more and more about wake windows by age. Do they work, are they a real thing, should I follow them? In many things parenting, wake windows are simply a guide. Some parents want to have a set-in stone schedule, but in the early days of having a baby, you’ll … Read more Wake Windows by Age; a complete guide.

Have you wondered do babies need needs blackout curtains? I’m sure by now, you’ve read that it’s a must for young children, but how about newborns? I’ve scoured through research articles to find out exactly when black out curtains are necessary. On average, newborns need blackout curtains at 9 weeks of age, the time that … Read more Do babies need blackout curtains? (If so, when to start?)

Is your toddler waking up early, getting out of bed and waking you up as well? This sounds like it might be time for a toddler alarm clock, however, in order to find success, they have to be developmentally ready. On average, toddlers can effectively start using an alarm clock around 2 years old. Toddlers … Read more When Should a Toddler Effectively Use an Alarm Clock?

The infamous dream feed can be an incredibly useful tool if it works for you and your family. But like all good things, dream feeds must come to an end. Let’s talk about when and how to stop. Typically, stopping a dream feed usually occurs around 6-9 months OR if it is disrupting your child’s … Read more When to Stop a Dream Feed? (and dream feed basics)

We know that anchoring furniture includes dressers, bookcases as well as televisions. But how do you secure your crib? As a general rule, the most important aspects of crib safety include securely fastened crib hardware, a firm tight-fitting mattress, proper slat width and an optimally positioned crib in nursery. A crib does not need to … Read more Does a Crib Need to be Anchored? Crib Safety 101.

Infant reflux in association with baby sleep has evolved over the years so it’s important to stay up to date. No more propping mattresses or sleeping upright. Let’s take a closer look at what exactly is reflux and how can you get your baby to sleep soundly and safely. As a general rule, a baby … Read more Reflux and Baby Sleep; what to expect.

How would you like if your baby went to bed earlier, stayed asleep longer and had less nighttime wakings? Having a newborn bedtime routine can do exactly that. Now the question is, when should you start a newborn bedtime routine? 4-6 weeks is a great time to start a newborn routine. Let’s dive into why … Read more A Newborn Bedtime Routine is Beneficial: Here’s Why.

Wheels up! Time for an adventure with your kids. First step; get to the destination. Sounds easy, right? You may have the itinerary planned for your travels, but have you thought about the flight? Here’s a complete list of airplane activities for toddlers and babies that will be sure to keep them occupied. Overview of … Read more A Complete List of Airplane Activities for Babies and Toddlers