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Advice for Two Under Two
Below is a list of advice I would give to parents with two under two, but my best advice: breathe. You got this!
SlumberPod Customer Spotlight | Kelly Marohl
We love our customers and truly feel like we are all family! This customer spotlight blog is about SlumberPod parent, Kelly Marohl, who is a mom to two and founder, designer, and managing editor of The Greenspring Home.
Why Do Kids Thrive on a Predictable Routine?
As a Newborn Care Specialist, Pediatric Sleep Consultant, and former full-time nanny, I have witnessed how the routines affect kids. From the smallest of babies to the biggest kids. It makes them more confident, their sleep and mood improve. We can even see behavioral changes. But why do kids respond so well to routines? Let's break it down and take a better look at it.
Dropping the Pacifier
With all that I know now about sleep, I urge families to drop the pacifier after six months of age to achieve truly independent sleep.
Why Bedtime Routines are Important
Do you have a bedtime routine for your child? If not, you should! Keep reading to find out why and to get some ideas for what your bedtime routine could look like.
Why My Kids Have their Own Rooms and Beds
Bed-Sharing. Room-Sharing. Co-sleeping. Whatever you call it, it can be a touchy subject. Today’s writing is focused on ONE side of this debate. And honestly, I don’t want it to be a debate at all. I want whatever you choose to be what fits and serves your family best. Today’s story will be about ME. It’s MY story on why I chose to not room-share or bed-share with my sweet kids.
Single Parenting - Tips from a Single Mom
As a single parent to an almost 18-month-old, I've learned the easy and hard way of parenting alone. So, here are some helpful tips that might make your life a little easier. And if you're happily with a partner with children, that's great, and don't stop reading because some of these tips will probably come in handy at times in your busy life.
Light Sleep vs. Deep Sleep
All babies are both light and deep sleepers, just like us! It is in our biological sleep make-up. To help you understand this a bit more, we will break down the different sleep stages.
Potty Training 101
Have faith that the ideal time to potty train is when they are ready, and you are ready. Some kids show every sign under the sun of being ready (my second), and some show very little (my first). Both were successfully potty trained.
With that being said, there are signs we want to watch and pay attention to.
Napping on the Go
Want to know something, which I hope won’t be a secret after you read this? It’s okay to leave your house when you have a baby … I promise! Naps on the go are less restorative for our children, which means they likely won’t sleep as long, and even if they do, they likely won’t be as rested as they are after a nap in their crib. But what I want you to keep in mind is that ALL WILL BE OKAY!
Mental Health And Sleep Deprivation
Sleep is one of, if not the, most important factor in living a long and healthy life. However, it can often get pushed to the end of our priority list.
But why is this? Why is sleep so important ...
Start the New Year with Sleep — 7 Tips for Baby or Toddler
We want to help you achieve a full night’s rest with these seven tips to help make sure your baby or toddler gets the sleep they need in 2022.
