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What your child eats doesn’t just fuel their day, it can also have a big impact on how well they sleep at night. While most parents focus on bedtime routines and sleep schedules, nutrition is often an overlooked piece of the puzzle. Certain foods can make it easier for your child to fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake up feeling well-rested, while others might be quietly getting in the way. In this blog, I explore the link between sleep and nutrition, share which foods may sup

If you’re a parent dealing with short naps, you’re not alone. That frustrating 20–40 minute nap, just long enough for your baby to recharge a little, but not enough to feel fully rested, is known as catnapping. While it’s completely normal (and even developmentally appropriate at certain stages), catnapping can leave both babies and parents feeling a little off balance. So let’s talk about what catnapping really is, why it happens, and how to gently encourage longer, more res

You’ve finally settled into bed, hoping for a full night’s rest, when suddenly, at 5 am, your little one is bright-eyed and ready to start the day! At this time of year, the mornings are getting lighter, the birds are chirping, and the world outside is waking up early too, which can make it even harder for little ones to stay asleep. Early morning waking is one of the most common concerns I hear from parents, but the good news is that with a little understanding and some gent

We’ve all been there- your baby is crying and hard to settle, or your toddler is bouncing off the walls at bedtime. It’s easy to wonder- What is happening?! In many cases, the root cause is something as simple (and common) as overtiredness. Understanding what overtiredness looks like, and how to prevent it can make a huge difference to your child’s sleep, and your well-being as a parent. What Does “Overtired” Really Mean? When a baby or child stays awake past their ideal wake