Help Your Baby “Sleep Through The Night”

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!

Learn more about the founder of HSB, Rachael Shepard-Ohta and the approach she takes when it comes to baby and child sleep.

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 […]

Infant peacefully sleeping on back during nap time

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.

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.

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…

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.