WELCOME TO THE HEY SLEEPY BABY BLOG, WHERE YOU’LL LEARN HOW TO
Help Your Baby “Sleep Through The Night”
…orrrrr the closest we can get, because let’s be real:
none of us actually sleep through the night.
WHILE YOU’RE UP FOR THAT 2AM FEEDING, YOU MIGHT AS WELL CHECK THESE OUT 👇
Learn more about the founder of HSB, Rachael Shepard-Ohta and the approach she takes when it comes to baby and child sleep.
READ MORE →
in this post: what it means to be responsive why being responsive is important practical tips for responsive caregiving benefits of being responsive for sleep in infants and toddlers responsive strategies for promoting healthy sleep We all hear terms like “responsive parenting” or “gentle parenting” but what do these terms really mean? Today I’m going […]
READ MORE →
Sleep training as a concept is rife within the parenting world. It’s divisive, controversial, hugely popular, and ingrained within Western society. This blog is a one-stop shop for the @heysleepbaby approach and view of the complex world of sleep training!
READ MORE →
With temperatures rising and summer fast approaching thoughts of holidays, vacations, packing lists, and mental preparations are underway. However, the idea of traveling with little ones can feel daunting.
READ MORE →
Bedtime tips for when you have a baby and an older child can be tricky! Here are some ideas for managing the evening routine with multiple children.
READ MORE →
It’s probably the most-googled question for all new parents. When will my baby start to sleep through the night? We all want to know when we’ll get a solid night of sleep again, it’s only natural! If only the answer were that simple…
READ MORE →
There are some things that stand out to me as a sleep specialist which I call “red flags.” These red flags might be signs that there is something underlying (often medical but not always serious!) that is causing your little one to wake more than what I would consider to be “normal” for their age. I encourage parents to look into these red flags, to trust their gut, and to get second opinions when needed.
READ MORE →
Hey, I’m Rachael— Mom of 3 & Baby Sleep Expert with Big Sis Energy
& I’VE DONE ALL THE RESEARCH FOR YOU ALREADY.
GET TO KNOW ME →
MEET YOUR BABY SLEEP CONSULTANT
You’re wayyy too busy to spend hours researching biologically normal infant sleep, and circadian rhythms of babies, and the best wake windows. So, I’ve done it for you.
If you’ve been looking for a supportive, realistic alternative to the “just sleep train them!” advice you’re so sick of hearing, HI 👋🏼
I’m a Certified Sleep Consultant obsessed with infant sleep research, infant-parent mental health, and helping your babies and bigger kids get better sleep (so you can, too).
THE “NO ONE TOLD US” PODCAST
Parenthood is a wild ride, full of surprises no one prepares you for — but that’s where the No One Told Us podcast comes in, sharing the real, unfiltered stories of parenthood.
From postpartum struggles to navigating toddler tantrums, each episode blends expert advice with candid, relatable conversations. If you’ve ever thought, *WHYYY didn’t anyone tell me about this?* — this is the podcast for you.
What No One Tells You About Parenthood (But Should!)
LISTEN NOW →
Wish you could help your baby sleep better without resorting to sleep training? Download my FREE guide to a good night’s sleep and learn 8 simple, science-backed tips for supporting your child’s needs.
Traditional sleep training methods don’t have to be your solution to better sleep.
SLEEP TRAINING ISN’T THE ONLY WAY TO GET GOOD SLEEP
