The Everything Sleep Blog
Can Eating More During the Day Help Your Baby Sleep Better?
Could your baby's daytime nutrition be affecting their sleep? Learn how meeting your baby's calorie needs supports healthy growth, development, and may reduce hunger-related night wakings.
Wake Windows vs. Sleepy Cues: What Should You Actually Follow?
Wake windows and sleepy cues aren't competing methods — they work best together. Here's how to use both to take the guesswork out of nap time.
Why is my toddler suddenly resisting bedtime?
Bedtime battles with toddlers are exhausting, especially when things were going smoothly before. The good news: your toddler is doing exactly what they're supposed to do at this age. Here's why resistance happens and how to help.
Is Sleep Consulting Covered by Insurance in Canada?
Sleep consulting may be covered by your extended health benefits — but only if you're working with the right team. Here's what to look for and how to find out in five minutes.
False Starts in Baby Sleep: Why Your Baby Wakes 30 Minutes After Bedtime
If your baby falls asleep at bedtime only to wake up 30-60 minutes later, you're likely dealing with a false start. Learn why false starts happen and what you can do to improve them.
Why Does My Baby Fight Naps? Common Causes and How to Help
Nap resistance is one of the most common sleep struggles parents face. Here is what is usually behind it and how to get naps back on track.
Why Does My Baby Cry When I Put Them Down Awake?
If your baby cries the second you put them down awake, you're not alone. Learn why it happens, how sleep associations play a role, and what you can do to help your baby settle more easily in their crib.
The 4 Month Sleep Regression: What It Is and How to Get Through It
The 4 month sleep regression can feel like sleep changed overnight. If your baby is suddenly waking more frequently, fighting naps, or needing more help to settle, you are not alone. Learn what causes the 4 month sleep regression, common signs to watch for, and practical tips to help your family navigate this developmental stage with confidence.
Is it normal for my baby to wake every hour?
Waking every hour overnight is exhausting, but it is rarely random. From sleep associations and schedule issues to the 4 month regression and reverse cycling, there are common reasons babies struggle to connect sleep cycles overnight and practical things you can do about it.
8 Month Sleep Regression: Why Sleep Training Seems to Stop Working (And What To Do)
Your baby was sleeping through the night. Now they're standing in the crib at 2am and bedtime takes an hour. Here's what's actually happening at 8-10 months, and why you probably don't need to start sleep training over from scratch.
The Truth About Mom Guilt: Are You Actually Feeling Something Else?
Mom guilt is one of the most common emotions in the postpartum period, but it might not actually be guilt at all. Sarah Goodman, RSW, breaks down what new moms are really feeling when they take time for themselves, and why renaming that emotion can change everything.
Nap Transitions: How to Know When It’s Time to Drop a Nap
Not sure if your baby is ready to drop a nap? Learn the signs, timelines, and how to make nap transitions smooth and restful for the whole family.
Getting Back on Track: Returning to School or Daycare
Back-to-school (or daycare) season doesn’t have to mean stress and sleepless nights. From easing kids into new routines to handling “restraint collapse,” here are practical tips to help your whole family transition smoothly.
How to Be Kind to Your Postpartum Body
Your postpartum body has been through something extraordinary, and it deserves more than just "acceptance." Sarah Goodman, RSW, shares a kinder, more compassionate approach to navigating body changes after birth, and why this is not your final form.
Why Your Baby’s Sleep Regressions Are Actually a Good Thing (and How to Get Through Them)
Sleep regressions can feel like everything is falling apart overnight, but they’re actually a sign your baby is growing and developing exactly as they should. In this guide, we’ll explain why regressions happen, when to expect them, and how to handle them with confidence so your whole family can get back to better sleep.
Navigating Daycare Sleep: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Daycare sleep can feel like one of the trickiest parts of the transition. In this post, we share what to expect, how to work with your daycare, and steps to help your child adjust confidently to their new routine.
Travel Sleep Tips for Babies and Toddlers: 9 Sanity-Saving Strategies from a Sleep Consultant
Traveling with babies or toddlers? Don’t panic — just plan. Whether you’re heading on a weekend road trip or flying across time zones, these 9 tried-and-true sleep tips will help you keep naps, night sleep, and your sanity mostly intact. From setting up sleep spaces to managing time changes and everything in between, here's how to make your next family trip a little smoother.
Why Your Baby Wakes Up Too Early and How to Fix It
Is your baby waking up before 6 a.m. and starting the day wide-eyed while you’re still half-asleep? Early morning wakings are one of the most common—and frustrating—sleep issues parents face. Whether your baby wakes at 4, 5, or 5:30 a.m., there might be a reason behind it. And yes, with the right strategy, you might be able to help your baby sleep later.
The 80/20 Rule of Sleep Training: Why You Don’t Have to Start Over Every Time
If you follow your child’s sleep plan about 80% of the time, the other 20% — like travel, illness, or a skipped nap — won’t undo your progress. The 80/20 rule reminds us that sleep training doesn’t have to be all-or-nothing. Once strong sleep habits are in place, your child can handle flexibility. It’s not about being perfect — it’s about being consistent enough to let things work.
Institute of Pediatric Sleep and Parenting Review: The Program That Changed My life (and career)
Thinking about becoming a pediatric sleep consultant? Read this honest review of the Institute of Pediatric Sleep and Parenting and how it shaped my career, confidence, and client success.