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Why the fear of overtiredness is causing short naps and early mornings
Is overtiredness in babies real? Yes, but you don’t have to overthink it. In fact, undertiredness in babies can affect sleep just as much. Let's talk about what overtiredness actually is, how it differs from undertiredness, and why the fear of it can sometimes work against good sleep.
How to Make the 3-to-2 Nap Transition a Little Easier
Nap transitions are a little bumpy by nature, but the 3 to 2 nap transition can often feel the hardest. You and your baby are adjusting to a new rhythm, and that takes time, but when you’re in the thick of it, it's hard to see the light (AKA- a predictable, peaceful nap schedule) at the end of the tunnel.
How to Sleep Train For Naps Without Ruining Bedtime
Learning how to sleep train for naps can feel confusing. The good news? Independent sleep is a skill that can be practiced at nap time.
4 signs your baby is ready to drop a nap (and what to do next)
Think your baby is almost ready (or more than ready) to drop a nap? Here are the 4 signs to look out for: baby isn’t tired at their usual sleep times, naps become less predictable, baby resists the last nap of the day and nighttime sleep disruptions appear.
How to make the 2-to-1 nap transition
If you’ve landed here, your little one is probably somewhere between 13 and 15 months. You’ve likely noticed naps feeling a little off. Maybe bedtime’s creeping later, mornings are starting earlier, or that second nap is getting harder and harder to squeeze in. How do you know it’s time to move to a one-nap schedule?
Are short naps normal? How to lengthen the dreaded 30-minute nap.
Maybe your baby is napping just long enough for you to make a quick snack, only to be interrupted mid-bite. It’s super common, but that doesn’t make it any less frustrating. So let’s break it down.
ready for more?Overthinking every nap? Wondering if it’s the four-month regression or just...your baby? Sleeping with one eye open, waiting for the next waking?
I’ve bundled up my most-requested resources to help you feel grounded, clear, and one step closer to better sleep—for everyone. Let’s dive in, together.