Dream Again Sleep Coaching

05/09/2024

Who: For parents of babies and toddlers up to 3 years old who want to make some sleep changes in their house.

What: A virtual workshop to learn all about the science and behavioral aspects of sleep! Understanding sleep is the first step to fixing it.

When: Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 10:00 am CST for those wanting to attend live to ask all the questions you want. Can’t make it at this time? Still sign up! You’ll receive a recording of the workshop by email.

Where: Google Meet! (don’t worry, you can keep your camera off if you want!)

Cost: FREE!

Register at https://dreamagainsleep.com/free-workshop/

05/06/2024

🌙 Does your little one want to have a dance party in the middle of the night? With no desire whatsoever to go back to sleep? 😴 If you’re nodding along, you’re not alone! Check out my latest blog where I dive into the world of split-night sleep and share tips to help your baby (and you!) get the deep, restful sleep ALL NIGHT LONG that you both deserve. 💤 Link in bio!

05/02/2024

Who doesn't love a good Before and After?

While we worked together for 2 weeks, the majoriy of the progrss took place in just 3 days...yes...DAYS! Progress can be fast :)

It's not easy sleep training a toddler...especially when trying to get out of a bedsharing situation. BUT, with the right plan, patience, support, and a whole lot of consistency, change is possible.

No need to just wait for your kiddo to decide to sleep in their own bed....you can do somethig about it, now :)

05/01/2024

What an incredible resource for all the mamas out there!! Find the help you need from women-owned, holistically minded, small businesses in the area. I know I will utilizing (and recommending) this directory all the time!!

🌟 Drumroll, please! 🌟

We are happy to announce that our website is now LIVE!! 🎉

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At Motherhood Alliance, we understand the evolving needs of parents. Our mission is to provide a cohesive directory of small, local, holistically minded business allies who specialize in helping moms and families feel seen and supported so that they can thrive in everyday life from pre-pregnancy through early motherhood and beyond.

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04/16/2024

Ugh. Nothing's worse than when you try to perfectly plan your trip to the grocery store around nap time...but your little one ends up falling asleep anyway on the way home. WHAT DO YOU DO NOW? 🚗

If the car nap was 15 minutes or less, and you know they won't transfer into the crib, simply extend that wake window by about 30-60 minutes (depending on age and sleepy cues).

If that car nap is more than 15 minutes, try to keep driving around or park and wait in the car with your kiddo to let them sleep longer. If that's not possible, then nap time is over. You'll want to bring the next nap (or bedtime) earlier to compensate for that short nap.

If you're working on a nap transition (aka dropping a nap), be cautious of going for a car ride too close to their old nap time...otherwise, they will for sure fall asleep and mess up your hard work :)

Car naps will happen, even if you try your hardest to avoid them. Hopefully, these tips can help you save the rest of your day. 🙌

04/04/2024

How do you know if it's time to drop a nap...or if your nap troubles are just a temporary thing?

Your baby can nap. Your baby can love sleep. You can have time during the day to do what you need to do.

If naps (or night sleep!) are a constant struggle in your house- help is available. Head to the link in my bio to get started.

03/28/2024

🌟 Dive into the world of nap transitions! 🌟

Discover when it's time to adjust your little one's nap schedule and unlock expert tips for a smooth transition. From decoding age milestones to recognizing sleep signals, I've got all the insights you need in this new blog post. Plus, learn practical advice on navigating each nap transition stage for a well-rested child and a happier you. 💤 Don't miss out—read now and schedule your free 15-minute sleep chat if this all sounds overwhelming to you. Link in bio!

03/26/2024

DROWSY BUT AWAKE 🧐

New parents are constantly bombarded with this sleep advice: Put your baby in their crib or bassinette drowsy, but awake.

However, is this actually good advice?

For tiny newborns- YES! This is a great way to start forming independent sleep habits.
For kiddos past 12 weeks? NO! Drowsy but awake is NOT good advice for this age.

Why? First, what is drowsy? Just a bit tired, eyes almost shut, eyes fluttering, asleep but not totally asleep? NO ONE KNOWS! Also- in the first stage of sleep, many babies have their eyes OPEN! It's true! So you think they are awake..but they are actually in very light sleep. This is a problem because when they go in their crib they are still going to be shocked at how they got there. The result? Lots of night wakings.

For kiddos past the newborn stage, be sure they are fully awake before going into their beds for the best chance of sleeping well at night.

If this feels impossible to you...that's where I come in. Check the links in my bio to learn how I can help your kiddo (AND YOU!) get the sleep you so desperately need.

03/21/2024

It's normal to have each night of sleep training get better and better.
It's normal to have sleep get worse before it gets better.
It's normal to have tons of progress...then have a bad night.
It's normal to see the WORST SLEEP EVER, followed by the BEST SLEEP EVER.
It's normal for sleep training to feel like a rollercoaster for a couple weeks.
It is NOT NORMAL to see sleep get worse and never improve.
It's NOT NORMAL to have endless crying for weeks on end.

Is this tricky? YES! Is it common to see parents give up after a few nights and declare sleep training to 'not work'? YES! Is it common for parents to say they've been sleep training for months? Unfortunately yes.

This is when the experience of a sleep coach is invaluable. I'll tell you what's normal and what to expect. I'll tell you to hang on another night because I KNOW sleep beautifulness is right around the corner. I'll tell you to STOP because something isn't right. I'll tell you we need to change things because we aren't seeing the progress we should be.

I keep an eye on you and your baby/toddler through this whole process. You aren't alone. You don't need to make these big decisions on your own. That's what I'm here for.

Ready to have someone be your #1 sleep bestie/cheerleader/wealth of knowledge? You've come to the right place.

03/19/2024

Sometimes it's helpful to go back to the basics. What is sleeping training...and what is it NOT?

What questions do you have about sleep training? Ask them below! 🧐

03/06/2024

CLOCKS CHANGE THIS WEEKEND! ⏰

Use these examples to figure out how to adjust your baby or toddler's sleep times in order to get back to normal.

Need a bit more guidance? Comment TIME CHANGE and I'll send you a blog AND a guide about how to help manage this time change.

Happy Spring Forward! 🐥

02/28/2024

🌟 Can you feel it? Spring is in the air, which means it's time to gear up for the upcoming time change on March 10th!🕒

But don't sweat it, I've got your back with some tried-and-tested tips to help your kiddos adjust like champs. From shifting nap times to soaking up that springtime sunlight, I've covered it all in my latest blog post. Check it out for a smooth transition into the new season! Link in bio or simply comment SPRING FORWARD and I'll send it to you. 💤✨