Early Morning Wakings: Why is My Baby Waking Up Early?
Why are early morning wakings so difficult? Let's talk about the common culprits and what you can do to help your baby sleep a little longer.
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Understanding Newborn Sleepy Cues
Sleepy cues are the signs your newborn uses to communicate that he’s tired, ready for a…
Toddler Nap Schedules for 2, 3, and 4 Year Olds
Toddlers, preschoolers, and young children still need sleep. Let me show you sample…
What to Do When Your Baby Won't Nap
Let’s talk about why your baby won’t nap and how to help your baby take a good nap. We'll…
Sleep Schedules
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Newborn Sleep Schedule
Let’s talk about newborn sleep schedules, expectations, and wake windows in the first weeks and months.
1 Month Old Sleep Schedule
Let’s talk about your 1 month old. I’d love to show you a 1 month old sleep schedule and…
2 Month Old Sleep Schedule
Let me show you a flexible 2 month old sleep schedule. I’ll also answer some common…
3 Month Old Sleep Schedule
Let me share with you what a 3 month old sleep schedule looks like and answer common…
Sleep Training
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When to Start Sleep Training
I’m answering all of your questions about sleep training: what is sleep training, when to start sleep training, how long does sleep training take, and more!
Let's Talk About Sleep Training
Let's talk about sleep training. I want to share my experience, the research on sleep…
Sleep Training for Naps
Wondering if sleep training for naps can help with your baby or toddler’s naps? I’m…
Is Taking Cara Babies Cry It Out?
Is Taking Cara Babies cry it out? Let's talk about the methods Taking Cara Babies classes…
Newborn
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Active Sleep and Newborns
Newborns can be so active in their sleep. Let me show you what newborn sleep looks like and why newborns might be so noisy and moving constantly during sleep.
Understanding Newborn Sleepy Cues
Sleepy cues are the signs your newborn uses to communicate that he’s tired, ready for a…
Advice for New Parents
Are you expecting a baby and worried about baby sleep? Let me share my best advice for…
Is your newborn feeding every hour and not sleeping?
Is your newborn feeding every hour and not sleeping? Let's talk about full feedings,…
Naps
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Why is My Baby Taking Short Naps?
Have a baby who won’t nap longer than 30 minutes? Let's cover why short naps happen, when naps consolidate, and how to help your baby take longer naps.
What to Do When Your Baby Won't Nap
Let’s talk about why your baby won’t nap and how to help your baby take a good nap. We'll…
Wake Windows and Baby Sleep
I have the ultimate guide to wake windows. Including what they are and why they’re…
Short Naps and Newborns
Let’s talk about short newborn naps, if you should you swaddle your newborn during the…
Regressions
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Sleep Regressions
Let’s talk all about sleep regressions including why they happen, how long they last, and how to handle them.
4 Month Sleep Regression
Let’s talk about the 4 month sleep regression. I’ll share what it is, when it starts, how…
6 Month Sleep Regression
Let’s talk about the 6 month sleep regression! I’m covering the signs, causes, and how to…
8-10 Month Sleep Regression
Let's talk about the 8-10 month sleep regression. I want to show you what's happening for…
Toddlers
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Toddler Bedtime Routine with Printable Chart
A toddler bedtime routine can lead to better sleep. I'll talk about how to start a toddler bedtime routine and how to implement a toddler bedtime routine chart.
Toddler Nap Schedules for 2, 3, and 4 Year Olds
Toddlers, preschoolers, and young children still need sleep. Let me show you sample…
Is Your Toddler Fighting Bedtime?
Is your toddler fighting bedtime? Toddlers are natural-born boundary pushers. Let me show…
My Toddler Won’t Stay in Bed
Do you have a toddler who keeps getting out of bed? I’m sharing my best tips for when…
Sleep Basics
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Safe Sleep Checklist
Having a great little sleeper is wonderful, but I also want you to have a safe sleeper. Here's my safe sleep checklist for babies 0-12 months.
Wake Windows and Baby Sleep
I have the ultimate guide to wake windows. Including what they are and why they’re…
How to Dress Baby for Sleep
Are you wondering how to dress your baby for sleep? Let’s discuss how to dress your baby…
Tummy Sleep: When can babies start sleeping on their stomach?
Those first nights when your baby has learned to roll onto their belly can be tricky.…
Parents
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First Day of Kindergarten
Let me share the story of my daughter's first day of Kindergarten.
Pregnancy Loss: Finding a Miracle Amidst the Pain
I saw it plain as day: “pregnant” written out in digital form on a stick! Me! Pregnant!…
8 Steps to Help YOU Get Restful Sleep
Clinical psychologist Dr. Ashurina Ream talks us through Important parent sleep tips to…
Bonding in the NICU
The NICU is a place where miracles take place. But no one expects to be there. Many…
Feeding
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The Dream Feed
I am answering all your questions about the dream feed! Let’s talk about what a dream feed is and how and when a dream feed might be helpful.
Do Solids Help Babies Sleep?
Do solids help babies sleep? Let's discuss how introducing solids impacts sleep, what to…
What To Do if Your Baby Won’t Burp
Are you wondering why your baby won’t burp? Let’s talk all about how to burp a baby, what…
When Do You Stop Burping a Baby?
Are you wondering when to stop burping your baby? Let’s discuss what are signs you can…
Health
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Baby Sleep and Sick Season
What do you do when your child is sick? How do you help your sick child be comfortable for sleep? Let's talk about sick babies, toddlers, and sleep.
Gassy Baby at Night
Are you wondering how to help a gassy baby at night? Let me talk you through symptoms,…
Reflux & Baby Sleep
When parents are trying to help their baby sleep, reflux can be a topic of concern. This…
Congestion and Baby Sleep
Let's talk about snorting babies, congestion, and baby sleep. Did you know babies can…
News
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Should I Swaddle My Baby?
I get so many questions about swaddles and swaddling! Let's talk about swaddling so that you can make the best decision for your family.
Sound Machines and White Noise for Baby Sleep
I’m discussing if white noise is safe for infants, how loud white noise should be, when…
Toddler Sleep Training FAQ
Read everything you need to know about the Taking Cara Babies Toddler Sleep Training…
The 5–24 Month Collection: Everything You Need for Great Sleep
Read the most frequently asked questions about The 5–24 Month Collection: Everything You…
Pregnancy
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How to Use a Pregnancy Pillow
Struggling to find a comfortable sleeping position while pregnant? Sleeping with a pregnancy pillow can help. Here’s how to use a pregnancy pillow and more.
Nesting During Pregnancy
Let’s discuss nesting in pregnancy. I’ll talk about what nesting is, when nesting starts,…
Decorating Your Nursery
Decorating your nursery? Guest writer Jaimee Livingston shows us how to decorate with…
Nursery Checklist
Are you ready to set up the nursery? Here is my ultimate nursery checklist including a…
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Diaper Bag Essentials
Are you wondering what to pack in a diaper bag? I am sharing diaper bag essentials and diaper mag must haves.
Postpartum Support Resources
I'm sharing postpartum resources for parents who need support.
Baby Registry Must Haves
Are you ready to start your baby registry? Let’s talk baby registry must haves, items to…
3 Year Old Sleep Regression
Is your 3 year old waking up and crying several times a night? Or suddenly fighting…