What is a Sleep Prop?
Simply put, a sleep prop is anything that a child is dependent on to sleep. A sleep prop can also be called a sleep dependency or sleep...
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Ashley Bell
- Feb 26
- 4 min
Daylight Savings and Sleep: Spring
Before I became a sleep consultant, I thought both spring and fall Daylight Savings times had the same effect on children and, therefore,...
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Ashley Bell
- Feb 1
- 2 min
When Can Babies Start Using Blankets?
The safe sleep guidelines tell you that there should be nothing loose in a baby's sleep space before age 1. This includes stuffed...
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Ashley Bell
- Oct 25, 2021
- 4 min
2 Mistakes Parents Make with Daylight Savings: Fall Edition
Towards the end of every year, many people "fall back" with a time change. During the fall time change, we gain an hour of time. This...
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Ashley Bell
- Jul 13, 2021
- 3 min
Melatonin for Kids
Melatonin helps people sleep, there's no doubt about that. Yet, there is some debate over whether or not supplemental melatonin is...
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Ashley Bell
- Jul 7, 2021
- 5 min
How Does Light Affect Sleep?
Bright light. Dim light. Red light. Blue light. How does light affect sleep?
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Ashley Bell
- Jun 29, 2021
- 5 min
Staying Up Late for Fireworks!
Sleep consultant tips for surviving a late bedtime to enjoy 4th of July fireworks with your child.
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Ashley Bell
- Jun 11, 2021
- 6 min
Winning the Toddler Bed Transition
Tips to make the toddler bed transition a smooth one!
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Ashley Bell
- Apr 9, 2021
- 3 min
Night Terrors in Children
What is a night terror and how can you help your child through it?
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Ashley Bell
- Feb 4, 2021
- 5 min
Optimize Childcare Sleeping
Many parents express concern when it comes to their children napping at daycare or a babysitter's house. Since a babysitter is normally...
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Ashley Bell
- Nov 10, 2020
- 6 min
Room-sharing Success
8 tips to have a successful sibling room-sharing experience
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Ashley Bell
- Oct 20, 2020
- 4 min
Daylight Savings and Sleep: Fall
Learn how to adjust a child's schedule for Daylight Savings Time!
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Ashley Bell
- Oct 13, 2020
- 5 min
The Effect of Sugar on Sleep
Find out how sugar could be affecting your child's sleep.
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Ashley Bell
- Sep 21, 2020
- 4 min
All My Favorite Sleep Products
There are so many products out there that claim to help your child sleep. These are some of my favorites as a mom and sleep consultant!
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Ashley Bell
- Sep 3, 2020
- 5 min
Setting Effective Schedules
A child's schedule is an essential piece to getting him to sleep well. Use these three key tips to set up an effective schedule!
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Ashley Bell
- Jul 31, 2020
- 8 min
Ditch the Pacifier with Ease
Getting rid of the pacifier can be really hard on a toddler. Find out how we easily did it with minimal tears!
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Ashley Bell
- Jun 28, 2020
- 5 min
The Dirty Stuff...Bedtime Poop
Pooping shortly after being put to bed is a common bedtime issue. Learn why it happens and what to do about it.
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Ashley Bell
- Jun 1, 2020
- 4 min
Transition to Quiet Time
Let's be honest, nap time isn't just for children. Quiet time, instead of a nap, can provide children and parents the down time they need!
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Ashley Bell
- Apr 30, 2020
- 6 min
More to Love: Living with Different Schedules
It can be a challenge to get out and have a life with children on different schedules. These tips can help!
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Ashley Bell
- Apr 24, 2020
- 5 min
More to Love: Bedtime Routine for Two (or more)
Bedtime can be challenging with more than one child. These tips will make it easier so you can get the kids in bed and enjoy your evening!
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