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Sleep Tips

When putting baby to sleep — and helping them fall asleep — here's what you need to know. A parent's resource for baby and child sleep tips, written by pediatric sleep consultants.

Preschooler reading in bed as part of the bedtime routine.
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Updated 01/22/26

Bedtime routine for preschoolers: Expert tips and strategies

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
A night light on a nursery table
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Updated 01/20/26

Your baby’s sleep and nightlights: What colors actually help?

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby in crib in a sleeper
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Updated 01/21/26

How to keep baby warm at night without compromising safety

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Toddler and parent brushing teeth as part of the bedtime routine
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Updated 12/30/25

Bedtime routine for toddlers: expert-approved steps

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Mom rocking baby to sleep in rocking chair
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Updated 12/31/25

Rocking your baby to sleep: When to start and when to stop

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby swaddled and crying
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Updated 12/06/25

Newborn hates the swaddle: What to do and alternative approaches

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby in crib, gentle sleep training
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Updated 11/17/25

Gentle sleep training: Changing routines with minimal tears

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby content and self-soothing with hands in mouth
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Updated 10/29/25

How do babies self-soothe? Essential techniques for caregivers

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby going through sleep cycles
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Updated 11/12/25

Baby sleep cycles and patterns explained

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Newborn baby in active sleep
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Updated 10/22/25

Why do babies move so much in their sleep? Newborn active sleep, explained

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby getting diaper changed
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Updated 10/16/25

What to do if your baby poops while sleeping

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby reading bedtime book with parent.
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Updated 10/16/25

How to establish a bedtime routine for your baby

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby awake in crib
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Updated 10/16/25

How to fix false starts for baby sleep

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby awake in crib
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Updated 10/16/25

Why your baby wakes up every hour and what to do about it

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby sleeping in crib
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Updated 10/16/25

Is your baby twitching in their sleep? What’s normal and what’s not

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby sleeping in crib
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Updated 10/16/25

Is your baby coughing in their sleep? What’s normal and what’s not

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Newborn not sleeping
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Updated 10/16/25

Why your newborn isn’t sleeping at night

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby sleeping with parent checking on them
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Updated 10/16/25

What is the best temperature for your baby’s room?

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby snoring in crib
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Updated 10/16/25

Snoring in children: What parents should know

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby sweating in sleep
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Updated 10/16/25

Why is my child sweating so much at night? What’s normal & what’s not

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby girl and stuffed animal
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Updated 10/16/25

When can babies sleep with a stuffed animal?

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Mom and newborn baby
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Updated 12/29/25

Survival tips for new parents: Practical advice for the newborn stage

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by Riley Blanton, MS, LMFT, PMH-CCertified Perinatal Mental Health Therapist
Toddler brushing teeth before bed
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Updated 10/16/25

Why your toddler won’t sleep: Causes and solutions for better bedtime

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby dressed safely for sleep
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Updated 10/16/25

How to dress a baby for sleep: Safe and cozy tips for every season

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Child brushing their teeth before bed.
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Updated 10/16/25

Bedtime pro tips: How to make bedtime easier for school-aged children

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by Emily Rodheim, MS, OTR/LOccupational Therapist
Child getting ready for school
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Updated 10/16/25

How to get your kid out the door on time without morning meltdowns

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by Emily Rodheim, MS, OTR/LOccupational Therapist
Why is my preschooler going to bed so late?
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Updated 10/16/25

Why is my preschooler going to bed so late?

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Toddler waking early
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Updated 10/16/25

Why is my toddler waking so early?

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Toddler girl in bed
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Updated 10/16/25

How can I get my toddler to stay in their bed at night?

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Mom and daughter doing a sticker chart
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Updated 10/16/25

How to use sticker charts to improve sleep for preschoolers

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
newborn baby sleeping
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Updated 10/16/25

Newborns sleeping too much: A norm or cause for concern?

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Preschool girl out of bed
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Updated 10/17/25

How can I get my preschooler to stay in their bed at night?

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Child in bed listening to audiobook
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Updated 10/16/25

Can audiobooks help my preschooler sleep?

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby smiling in sleep.
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Updated 10/16/25

Why does your baby laugh and smile in sleep?

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Overtired baby held by mother
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Updated 12/29/25

How to get an overtired baby to sleep: Signs of an overtired child

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby sleeping.
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Updated 12/29/25

Baby grunting and other sleep sounds: Tips for better rest

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Toddler trying to climb out of crib.
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Updated 10/16/25

How to handle toddlers climbing out of the crib

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby awake in crib.
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Updated 12/02/25

Wake windows vs. 'by the clock' schedules: Which is right for my child?

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Toddler in bed still awake.
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Updated 01/12/26

Why is my toddler taking so long to fall asleep? 7 causes and solutions

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Little girl scared in bed.
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Updated 10/16/25

Toddler scared at night: Overcoming fear of the dark and monsters

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby sleeping with open mouth
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Updated 12/29/25

Baby sleeping with mouth open, is it normal? When to worry

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby with a stuffy nose snuggling mom
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Updated 12/29/25

How to help a baby sleep with a stuffy nose?

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby with a cold.
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Updated 10/16/25

Tips to get a sick baby to sleep

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Newborn baby sleeping in mother's arms
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Updated 12/19/25

Newborn won't sleep unless being held: What to do?

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Boy in bed
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Updated 10/16/25

Do children with autism have trouble sleeping?

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by Lauren WilkinsonPediatric sleep consultant
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Updated 10/16/25

Can an ear infection cause a sleep regression?

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Sleeping newborn
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Updated 10/16/25

How to change newborn sleep patterns from day to night

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
A baby sleeping on their back with a pacifier.
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Updated 12/29/25

Can newborns sleep on their side? How safe is it?

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by Amy Mann-BryantSleep consultant manager
Baby rolled onto their stomach while asleep
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Updated 02/04/26

Is it OK for a baby to sleep on their stomach?

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by Amy Mann-BryantSleep consultant manager
A toddler sleeping with a pillow.
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Updated 10/16/25

When can a toddler use a pillow?

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by Camila MarteloPediatric Sleep Consultant
A baby sleeping in a crib.
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Updated 10/16/25

When do babies start sleeping through the night?

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by Deena ShinnParenting content expert
A toddler napping.
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Updated 10/16/25

Why won't my toddler nap?

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by Camila MarteloPediatric Sleep Consultant
A toddler sleeping in their bed
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Updated 08/14/25

Why is my toddler waking at night? Help them sleep through the night

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by Camila MarteloPediatric Sleep Consultant
A toddler looking at a book.
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Updated 10/17/25

Sleep and cognitive development: How sleep boosts learning in children

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by Janelle JefferyPediatric sleep consultant
A baby sleeping.
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Updated 10/17/25

Decoding baby sleep cues: Nurturing healthy sleep habits from the start

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by Gemma Coe, BSc (hons) Nursing, PGCE, MPHPediatric Sleep Consultant
A mother reading with her two children.
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Updated 10/16/25

Mastering sleep routines: Navigating multiple children

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by Beth Christensen, DPTPediatric Sleep Consultant & Physical Therapist
A child in blue, plaid pajamas cuddling a stuffed animal.
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Updated 12/29/25

Kids and sleep: How much is too much day sleep?

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
A woman is holding a crying baby.
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Updated 10/16/25

The witching hour: What it is, why it happens, and how to manage

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by Gemma Coe, BSc (hons) Nursing, PGCE, MPHPediatric Sleep Consultant
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Updated 12/29/25

Toddler nightmares: Why they happen and what to do

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by Amy Bassett, BA, CLC, ALC, IBCLC, RLCPediatric Sleep Consultant & Lactation Consultant
A child peeking over the bed covers.
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Updated 02/04/26

Bedtime problems: Sleep resistance in kids

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
A child holding a melatonin gummy.
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Updated 10/16/25

Melatonin for kids: Is it safe for kids to take melatonin?

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by Gemma Coe, BSc (hons) Nursing, PGCE, MPHPediatric Sleep Consultant
A young girl in pajamas smiling.
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Updated 10/16/25

How to transition your child to bedtime using a timer

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by Camila MarteloPediatric Sleep Consultant
A photo of a young child sleeping with their stuffed animal, a rabbit.
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Updated 10/16/25

How to solidify a sleep routine for your child

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
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Updated 10/16/25

Back to school sleep schedule & tips

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Toddler in yellow raincoat with orange beanie and green boots walking through the forest during Autumn
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Updated 10/16/25

How to adjust your baby’s sleep for the fall daylight saving time change

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by Huckleberry TeamNews and updates
A caregiver is holding a baby, who is sucking on their thumb.
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Updated 01/26/26

How to get your baby to sleep in a crib

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
A baby is smiling while in a swaddle.
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Updated 02/04/26

When to stop swaddling baby: Transition out of swaddle

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by Gemma Coe, BSc (hons) Nursing, PGCE, MPHPediatric Sleep Consultant
5 year sleep schedule
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Updated 10/16/25

How much sleep do 5 year olds need: Kindergartener sleep needs

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Two brothers sitting beside each other smiling.
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Updated 10/16/25

Tips and tricks for siblings sharing a room

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by Beth Christensen, DPTPediatric Sleep Consultant & Physical Therapist
A baby is being comforted by their caregiver in a bassinet while also being swaddled.
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Updated 02/04/26

When to move baby to crib: Help your baby move out of the bassinet

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
A smiling baby in a crib with a blue onesie on.
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Updated 12/29/25

When and how to transition your baby to their own room

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
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Updated 12/29/25

Baby wake windows by age: Newborn and infant sleep windows

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
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Updated 10/16/25

Sleep Sacks: When to use, when to stop using and sizing tips by age

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Child sleeping in the crib.
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Updated 10/16/25

Crib safety: a guide to preparing a safe sleeping environment

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
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Updated 10/16/25

How to swaddle a baby for optimal sleep

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
A baby in a bassinet.
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Updated 10/16/25

Tips for room sharing with your baby

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Wooden crib in neutral nursery room
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Updated 10/16/25

7 crib safety tips and checklist: A guide to safe sleep

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
A small child sleeping in a toddler bed.
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Updated 10/16/25

When to transition from a crib to a toddler bed

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Yawning newborn on furry brown blanket
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Updated 10/16/25

Ask an expert with Amy Bassett

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by Amy Bassett, BA, CLC, ALC, IBCLC, RLCPediatric Sleep Consultant & Lactation Consultant
Adult hands holding baby feet in crib
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Updated 10/16/25

Ask an expert with Dr. Erin Flynn-Evans

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by Huckleberry TeamNews and updates
Toddler asleep in bed
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Updated 10/16/25

Ask an expert with Amber LoRe

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Toddler sitting up in bed after having nightmare or night terror
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Updated 12/29/25

Night terrors in toddlers: What you can do

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by Amy Bassett, BA, CLC, ALC, IBCLC, RLCPediatric Sleep Consultant & Lactation Consultant
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Updated 10/16/25

Spring forward 2025: Adjust baby sleep schedule

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Newborn sleeping soundly in crib. White noise can help babies sleep.
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Updated 10/16/25

Can white noise help babies sleep?

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by Amy Bassett, BA, CLC, ALC, IBCLC, RLCPediatric Sleep Consultant & Lactation Consultant
halloween sleep tips toddler sleep schedule on holidays
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Updated 10/16/25

How to get your kid to sleep after trick-or-treating

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby whimpering while sleeping while mom tries to put him back to bed.
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Updated 10/16/25

3 reasons why your baby is crying in their sleep: Causes and tips

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by Amy Bassett, BA, CLC, ALC, IBCLC, RLCPediatric Sleep Consultant & Lactation Consultant
Woman laying in bed on cellphone
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Updated 10/16/25

3 tips for parents having sleep troubles during the pandemic

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Child hiding under blanket
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Updated 10/16/25

5 tips to limit nighttime fears during the COVID-19 pandemic

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Child sleeping in bed during night time
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Updated 10/16/25

5 tips for creating a kid's sleep sanctuary

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Child sleeping in bed getting good sleep
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Updated 10/16/25

How sleep can boost your child's immunity

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Adult sleeping in bed
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Updated 10/16/25

5 tips to improve sleep with proper sleep hygiene

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
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Updated 10/16/25

4 reasons your 2 year old is stalling at bedtime

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Huckleberry Sleep Consultant
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Updated 10/16/25

Confessions of a sleep consultant with Amber LoRe

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by Huckleberry TeamNews and updates
bed time books
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Updated 10/16/25

Awesome bedtime books for babies

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Mom reading to baby before bed time
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Updated 10/16/25

Bedtime routines our baby sleep consultants swear by

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Baby on bed Photo by Min An from Pexels
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Updated 10/16/25

Baby waking up too early: Reasons and tips to handle early risers

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
Kids at airport watching airplanes take off
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Updated 10/16/25

Traveling with kids? How to keep your sleep routine on track

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by Amber LoReDirector of Pediatric Expertise
parents and baby
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Updated 12/09/25

Sleep during COVID-19: How to ensure kids are getting enough

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by Huckleberry TeamNews and updates