Do you know what the opposite to ‘nocturnal’ is? That’ll be what we as humans are. ‘Diurnal’. In short, we take care of business during the day and get our much needed rest after the sun goes down. Let’s talk about how light and darkness affects sleep. Why we evolved this way is likely to…
Hands up if this sounds familiar.. Your fussy baby finally falls asleep for her afternoon nap and you sit down for a much needed moment to yourself only to hear a noisy car roaring down the street. Just like that, Sleeping Beauty is wide awake and mad, NOT a good combination. Or maybe you live…
Most of us know that stress, screens, or late-night caffeine can sabotage a good night’s sleep… but there’s another factor that doesn’t get talked about nearly enough. Loneliness. You may not think of loneliness as a “sleep issue,” but research shows a powerful link between feeling disconnected and the quality of sleep we get each…
Separation anxiety is something most parents will experience with their young child. Raising kids is a big responsibility. In this age of social media and easy access to information about anything and everything, parents are easily overwhelmed with feelings of guilt and inadequacy. As a Sleep Consultant, I feel this all the time from parents…
Traveling with kids is one of life’s great challenges. It’s taken you a few weeks to get your baby into a good schedule and sleeping well. Now that you’ve put in the time, effort, and energy to make this big change in your family’s life, that trip you have planned for next month is starting…
Split nights, what are they? Is your little one waking up in the middle of the night? I mean, REALLY waking up, and STAYING up. For like….HOURS.. If you’re the parent of a baby who’s dealing with segmented sleep, you know exactly what I’m talking about. This isn’t the middle of the night “go in…
The Biggest Sleep Change there is. The 4 month regression. Most parents have heard about it. Most parents are scared of it. Is it real and what exactly is it? Discussed by Amy Huebner, Certified Sleep Sense Consultant, AH Sleep Specialists. As always, feel free to contact us to discuss how we can assist…
Understanding Night Terrors in Children: A Guide for Parents As a Child Sleep Consultant, one of the most distressing concerns I encounter from parents involves night terrors. Understanding what night terrors are and how to handle them can be a beacon of hope in the midst of nighttime turmoil. This guide aims to shed light…
