The most common question I get asked by parents across ALL AGES is
How do I get my child to sleep more?

Let me just remind you, you’re not alone. Let’s break down what is normal, what to expect, and discuss some helpful strategies and resources



Infants

Infants

Sleep Schedules

Common Problems

Taking Cara Babies
One of the most highly recommended sleep resources! Founded by a pediatric nurse mom and a pediatrician dad, they provide high quality information and real-life practical information.

Check out their affordable (and worth the price) newborn sleep class

Toddlers

Toddlers

Sleep Schedules

Common Problems

School Age

School-age

COMING SOON!
Will include growing pains, routines, screen time, and more!

Teens

Teens

COMING SOON!
Will include routines, screen time, and more!

Unique Situations

Unique Situations

COMING SOON!
Will include sleep tips unique to various conditions including Autism, ADHD, other Medical diagnoses, and more!

When to See Your Doctor

When To See Your Doctor

More details to come, but if your child is experiencing snoring with apnea (gasping for air), not sleeping well due to an acute illness, waking up frequently due to cough or shortness of breath, sudden behavior changes, or other sleep-related concerns, have your child evaluated.

Snoring / Apnea
Daytime fatigue
Behavior changes
Unable to fall asleep

Resources

Resources

The Sleep Foundation

More to come!
Social Media
Books
Education
Support
Etc.

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I’m a Pediatrician, dad, and kid at heart
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