Everyone is exhausted at bedtime, except for your child who seems to resist sleep with every bit of energy they have left. Meanwhile, you feel completely drained and bedtime feels never-ending as you are worn down by a determined little one who insists on having "just one more book, hug, question, glass of water." What can be done in this situation? Let's break it down: Your child adores being with you, playing, and soaking up your attention. Bedtime, on the other hand, is like a dull and unexciting task for them. They'd rather skip it to avoid missing out on all the fun. It's a classic case o ..read more

Little Elliot’s parents felt so tired and really needed more consistency and better sleep for everyone. They where referred by a friend and really couldn’t imagine little Elliot sleeping 12 hours at night. It seemed too good to be true. They made the decision to finally address their sleep situation and look for ways to improve sleep for everyone. This ended up being the best decision they ever made. This is what they achieved in just a few weeks: “We got on a consistent schedule that allowed us to better plan our days knowing when naptime was supposed to be. We weaned off night feedings, we ..read more

Waking up to the sound of your baby crying before 5 a.m. can throw off your day right from the start. Early morning wake-ups, a common struggle for many parents, can be challenging to overcome as babies often get stuck in a routine of waking up early that feels difficult to change. What are considered early mornings? Anything prior to 6 a.m. qualifies as an early morning, indicating that your baby may not be getting the recommended 12 hours of essential sleep they need. To address this challenge and meet your baby's sleep needs, it's essential to understand the causes of early morning wake-ups ..read more

Parenting a 27-month-old toddler who was co-sleeping and highly dependent on mom to fall asleep was affecting the entire family. Esmeralda struggled with bedtime, it was late and she took a long time to fall asleep, she had early wake-ups and frequent night wakings. With a new baby in the house, it became essential to address these issues and establish healthier sleep habits for everyone. This family invested in sleep and got started with The Your Dream Plan Program (YDP) and it was a game changer for them. They successfully transitioned little Esmeralda to her own crib within the first week a ..read more

Date nights and times for connection are an absolute must for parents. Sleep is an absolute must for babies so they go hand in hand right? To anyone thinking…not for me. Let me show you how it’s absolutely possible for you. After all, loving life, being kinder to your partner and loving towards your child depends on how rested you are and how we you feel! Here are 3 things you need to do when planning a night out (and what to tell the babysitter): CLICK HERE TO START TODAY Maintain Consistent Routine: Keep your baby's routine unchanged to provide familiarity and comfort. If you're not putti ..read more

Potty Training. Ugh, yet another hurdle on the parenting journey. Another thing to wrestle with my toddler about, and another daunting milestone for me to even contemplate. Overwhelm just doesn't cover it. I know it's a necessary step. I can't keep putting it off, and I sense my child is ready, but the question remains – how, how, how!? I get it. You're wondering, "How can I make this process smoother?" Why? Because I've been in your shoes! Sure, Potty Training can be a struggle, but guess what? It can also be straightforward, uncomplicated, and dare I say…FUN :) While we managed to potty trai ..read more

If your toddler keeps getting out of bed and it's driving you crazy, you're not alone. Toddlers like testing limits as they learn about the world. But sometimes, their desire for independence can mess with their sleep. The good news is this can be resolved and you now have an expert that will help you every step of the way. Drawing from my experience with thousands of toddlers, let me guide you through the four most common bedtime mistakes parents tend to make. Mistake #1: Negotiations after lights out. Engaging in any kind of negotiation, power struggle or discussion at bedtime is a big no-no ..read more

Sleep Deprivation Hell and the Struggle to Stay Sane Picture this: waking up 3-4 times every night, stumbling around to feed, rock, and coax your little one to sleep. Add in the exhaustion so intense that you find solace in the recliner, only to realize neither parent nor baby is getting the rest they desperately need. Naps? A chaotic mix of marathon 2-hour naps and blink-and-you'll-miss-it 20-minute catnaps. The toll on their marriage was undeniable - constant bickering, irritability, and grumpiness because of a lack of sleep. We needed to give Maya - 9 months the tools for navigating her sle ..read more

Is your sleep just good enough but not great? Many parents find themselves thinking that sleep is okay as long as they can get by. It's common to wait for something to change, for things to improve, or for the situation to become bad enough to force a change out of desperation. Why rock the boat? Here are two compelling reasons why steering your boat toward great sleep for your whole family now is crucial: Recovery is Tough: Once sleep is lost, it's challenging to make up for it. The damage that sleep deprivation does to our bodies and brains is not easy to recover from. Beyond the physical ..read more

Welcome back from that awesome vacation or holidays crazyness, parents! If you're anything like me, you're probably thinking, "Okay, it's time to get our sleep game back on track." As we transition from the vacation highs, it's back to the nitty-gritty of schedules, routines, and the everyday juggle of parenthood. So, here are my two go-to strategies to help fellow parents like you and me get our sleep back in check after the vacation/holiday adventures. You might notice your little one’s sleep is off so now it's back to the real deal – back to the hustle, back to bedtime routines, and back to ..read more