You’re Doing Everything Right… So Why Isn’t Your Baby Sleeping?

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You’re Doing Everything Right… So Why Isn’t Your Baby Sleeping?

You’ve bought the blackout curtains. You have the sound machine, the sleep sack, the bedtime routine and the perfect little crib setup. You’ve probably read approximately 47 opinions about wake windows, sleepy cues and the exact temperature your baby’s room should be. You’re watching the clock, keeping the room dark and trying to put your baby down at what should be the “right” time.

And still your baby isn’t sleeping well.

In my personal opinion, this is one of the most frustrating things about being a parent. You can follow the advice. You can create a beautiful bedtime routine. You can do everything the books, apps and well-meaning strangers tell you to do, and sometimes your baby still wakes constantly, fights naps or refuses to sleep unless you are holding them.

I’m here to tell you, this doesn’t necessarily mean you’re doing something wrong.

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What every parent needs to know about baby sleep!

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What every parent needs to know about baby sleep!

If there’s one thing every new parent quickly realizes, it’s this: baby sleep is a whole different world. You can read every book, follow every sleep account, and still find yourself wondering, “Why won’t my baby sleep like that baby on Instagram?” The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Every baby and every family has their own rhythm, and it takes time (and sometimes a little guidance) to find it.

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Pregnancy & Postpartum Date Nights in Metro Detroit

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Pregnancy & Postpartum Date Nights in Metro Detroit

Whether you are looking for a stay-cation style babymoon, are aiming to ease those pregnancy cravings, or are finally able to go get the sushi you’ve been dreaming about for the last 9 months, we have some favorite date night ideas for Metro Detroit.

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3 Common Baby Sleep Myths

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3 Common Baby Sleep Myths

I don’t mess around when it comes to sleep and so when I hear these sleep myths being shared on Facebook Mom Groups or from well-meaning grandparents, I feel compelled to step in and set the record straight!

Sleeping too much during the day will negatively affect night sleep

No way, no how. NO. NO. NO. This myth is one that I hear SO frequently and it is the one that just makes me so upset.

Yes, newborns don’t have a developed circadian rhythm and can sleep more soundly during the day then at night. But once the circadian rhythm is established, consistent, well-timed naps will actually make night sleep better! If you’re keeping your baby up in the hopes that they’ll sleep better at night, all you’re doing is stressing your baby out and making them over tired, almost guaranteeing that they’ll sleep worse at night.

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