Did you know that it's possible to safely bed-share with your breastfeeding newborn?
6.Cool Temperature: Newborns can't regulate their temperature like adults do. The ideal room temperature is between 68-72 degrees Fahrenheit. Dress your baby in lightweight layers, and check the back of their neck to make sure they’re not overheating.
7. Safe Surface. Make sure your mattress is firm and free of extra pillows, toys, tight or heavy covers, strings or cords (like phone chargers), and gaps.
1.No smoking. This applies not only to bed-sharing—secondhand smoke can harm brain and lung development and is linked to a higher risk of SIDS.
2. No alcohol of drugs. Alcohol and drugs can impair an adult's ability to hear and respond to a baby. “Drugs” include prescription medications that cause drowsiness or impair your ability to be alert.
3. Breastfeeding. Human milk contains sleep-inducing beta-casomorphin proteins with an opioid effect, but this effect lasts only about an hour. In contrast, dairy formula has twice the amount of these opioid-like beta-casomorphin peptides, leading to longer and deeper sleep. This is one theory as to why formula feeding is considered a risk factor for SUIDS.
4.Healthy Baby. Full term baby.
5. Baby on Back. Just like in a crib, babies should be placed on their backs to sleep, as this helps keep their airways open, even if they spit up.
Bed sharing is not for everyone, and that’s okay!
Place baby to sleep on their back
Use a firm, flat sleep space: crib, pack and play, basinet.
Keep the sleep space free from blankets, pillows, toys, and crib bumpers
Dress baby in lightweight clothing to avoid overheating
Room share with baby for at least the first 6 months, ideally the first 12 months
Common baby items
to avoid!
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While these items are not inherently dangerous, they can be if used unsupervised. Infant sleep should always be on a firm, flat surface, while baby wearing, or in a carseat that is properly installed in a vehicle.
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Sleep positioners are typically designed for acid reflux and "flat head syndrome" however, the FDA has said the potential benefit does not outweigh the risks.
If you're concerned about the shape of your baby's head, consult with your pediatrician or a physical therapist. You can baby wear for naps to give the back of baby's head a break.
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You’ve probably come across some adorable nursery setups while shopping for a crib. While they’re visually appealing, it’s important to keep crib bumpers (even those labeled as breathable), stuffed animals, blankets, and pillows out of the crib.
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These types of baby monitors offer little to no protection against SIDS. In my experience, movement trackers can increase parental anxiety around sleep. Babies naturally move in their sleep, just like everyone else. All humans also experience slight awakenings as they transition between sleep cycles. As a result, movement monitors often make it seem like babies are sleeping less than they actually are.
Recommended baby products
Other Recommended
Baby and Items:
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Not only does this sound machine play white noise, it also functions as an "okay to wake" clock for toddlers and older children, and so much more.
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Once your baby has graduated from the swaddle (around 8 weeks of age), you'll want to upgrade to a sleep sac to allow baby more mobility in sleep.
The Woolino sleep sac is a four season sleep sac made of merino wool and organic cotton. It's designed to keep baby cool in the warmer months and warm in the colder months. This sleep sac works for babies aged 2 months to 2 years so you won't need to make multiple purchases as baby grows. There is also a big kid sleep sac available for those who aren't ready to leave the comfort behind in their preschool years.
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Making your baby, toddler, and child's room completely dark can help with naps, bedtime during the summer months, and early morning wake-ups.
If your budget is of a concern or you're traveling and looking for a quick and easy solution, black trash bags taped to the windows works great. You can also spray a little water on the window and apply tinfoil. It sticks right on and blocks out all light!
Sleep of Mind Swaddle
allows parents to visually monitor breathing without the use of wearable motion and heart rate trackers
Positions baby’s arms up which is a more natural position
GOTS certified organic cotton
Our Sleep Packages
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For expecting parents and those with a newborn aged 0-16 Weeks. We will go over safe sleep guidelines, realistic sleep expectations and how those fit in with your breastfeeding goals, as well as tips for helping a newborn sleep in their crib or basinet.
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For babies 16 weeks to 18 months of age. Your sleep counselor will work with you to create a personalized sleep plan that meets the needs of the whole family.
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Aged 18 months to 6 years.
Toddlers are naturally curious and eager to learn about the world around them. Their constant quest for understanding often manifests as boundary-pushing and limit-testing behaviors. This can create challenges, especially around bedtime, leading to overtired and cranky kiddos. To help you navigate these sleep struggles, we offer three levels of sleep packages designed to support both you and your toddler in achieving restful nights. -
Whether you have twins, triplets, or children of different ages, we're here to help you find the perfect solution for everyone.
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While all of our methods are trauma-informed, but this package is specifically tailored for children who have experienced foster care, adoption, the loss of a parent, divorce, or other trauma. As a foster and adoptive parent myself, I understand the added anxiety and challenges that trauma can bring to sleep. Through this hands-on, collaborative approach, we’ll address your child’s needs while also enhancing sleep and supporting the rest of your family.