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Sleep training is the process of teaching babies how to fall asleep and go back to sleep independently. It usually begins when the baby can sleep for 8-10 hours at a stretch without needing to wake up and feed. Many babies reach this milestone at...
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Ask any roomful of new parents what they wish for, and it’s a good bet that many will immediately respond, “Sleep!” Parenting a newborn is exhausting work that happens around the clock. And then, as your baby ages, new sleep issues come up like...
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Health
Snoring is not an unusual symptom in children. As many as 10 percent of all kids snore on a nightly basis, according to the National Sleep Foundation. But when snoring accompanies symptoms such as gasping for air, very loud snoring or taking short...
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Baby
I spend a good deal of time discussing infant sleep beginning in the newborn period and continuing through preschool. And while the amount of sleep and duration of sleep changes dramatically between those ages, a few things remain consistent in...
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The family blog from the New York Times is often very interesting, posing great questions about relevant parenting topics such as discipline, school choice, and navigating life as a working family. Every once in a while a story really hits a nerve...
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Baby
One of the great surprises for many new parents—who have likely been told their baby will be up all night, every night—is how much time newborns spend asleep. According to Stanford Children’s Health, newborns can sleep as much as 17 hours a...
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Baby
So you just had a baby and you’re not getting enough sleep? Welcome to parenthood. While sleep deprivation is common for parents of babies and young children, it isn’t healthy. Sleep loss can make everyday duties dangerous. Additionally, sleep...
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Baby
By 13-18 months of age, children are recommended to have an average of 11.25 hours of uninterrupted nighttime sleep and up to 2.5 hours of daytime sleep. Babies at the younger end of this age group usually take two naps, but will transition to one...
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It can be hard for a new parent to tell how much sleep their baby needs, and some parents may be worried their child isn’t getting enough shuteye. While infant sleep disturbance is very common, actual instances of sleep deprivation are rare....
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Baby
Sleep is the brain’s primary activity in early development. It promotes mental and physical growth. The sleep and wake cycles of babies are often irregular because it can take time to develop circadian rhythms. By six months of age, most infants...
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So you’ve decided you’re ready to begin sleep training—now what? One of the first mistakes sleep-deprived parents make in baby sleep training is not having prepared enough ahead of time. You will greatly increase your chances of success by...
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Experts refer to a “sleep crutch” as an external aid that is needed to help your child get to sleep. Examples of sleep crutches include nursing, bottle-feeding, rocking, and having a parent lie down with a child until she or he falls asleep. These...
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Baby
Babies from 9-12 months of age require 11 hours of nighttime sleep and about 3 hours of daytime sleep. At 9 months, most babies have given up their third late-afternoon nap, so napping is usually divided into a 1.5-hour nap in the morning and...
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Sleep trainers rejoice! A study published recently in the medical journal Pediatrics came to the conclusion that sleep training babies over age six months did not impact their stress hormone levels or cause behavioral or bonding issues, and it...
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Every new parent has questions—and I’m here to answer yours. Thanks to our supporter Crane, maker of fabulous cool-mist humidifiers, I was happy to participate in a Facebook Live event recently in which I got to answer new parents’ most...
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Baby
Sleep is one of those things that can take parents by surprise because it’s not something your baby instinctively knows how to do. Research suggests your newborn isn’t expected to sleep through the entire night before 6 months of age. The...
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Toddler
Between 2–3 years of age, sleep needs decrease to 10.5 hours of nighttime sleep, with an additional 1.5-hour afternoon nap. At 4 years of age, children need 11.5 hours of nighttime sleep and no longer require a daily nap, but 45 minutes of quiet...
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Parenting
Ask almost any parent if a sleepy toddler is a happy toddler, and you’ll probably get an exhausted, “No!” In fact, research shows that lack of sleep or disordered sleep can be a serious problem for toddlers over the long term. A recent Norwegian...
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Community
My three week old doesn’t seem to want to sleep anywhere except on a person. I’ve been sleeping sitting on the couch at night with her lying on my chest. I have a pack-n-play in our bedroom right next to my side of the bed. If I try to...
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...Whether it’s you or child, sleep issues affect the whole family. Get advice on how to get more sleep....
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Baby
A blaring horn, the sounds of running water, or pounding footsteps of your toddler bounding through the house—there are a lot of noises that could disturb your baby’s slumber. That’s why infant sleep machines are marketed as an aid to parents whose...
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Parenting
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Baby
During the first few weeks of her life, your baby will sleep a lot, usually about 16 to 17 hours a day. This sleep is needed for his quickly developing brain. But newborns sleep lightly and need to be fed often, so they don’t stay asleep for more...
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As a parent, the concern about sudden infant death syndrome, or SIDS, kept me awake at night when my children were babies. I cannot count the number of times (often in one night) that I reached into my children’s cribs and placed a hand on...
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Baby
Babies wake up early. It’s a fact. Many new parents are surprised to learn that most babies are up for the day between 6-7 a.m. Some, unfortunately, are up much earlier than this. When a child wakes at 4-5 a.m. for the day, it’s considered early...
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I’ll admit it, they were right. All those people who slapped me on the back during those final weeks of my first pregnancy and said, “Sleep all you can now…you’re not going to sleep for a LOOOOOONG time!” They would chuckle, like they had a private...
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Baby
Newborns can be especially difficult to get to sleep, and getting them to stay asleep for longer stretches of time can be even more challenging. In 1994, the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) launched the Back to...
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Toddler
Parents often ask, “What is a typical feeding and sleep schedule for my baby or child? How much sleep should my baby or toddler be getting?” Even if it seems completely random when your child is awake or asleep, most kids follow pretty typical...
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Toddler
When a child is 18 months old, it’s advised they get 11.25 hours of nighttime and 2.25 hours of afternoon sleep. By age 2, nighttime sleep drops to 11 hours with 2 hours during the day. Over the next year, their sleep average will drop to 10. 5...
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Sorry that this question doesn’t really fit the group topic 100%, but it is a sleep-related question. 🙂 When did you start letting your baby sleep with a blanket in the crib? My son has had a blanket in his crib since he was maybe 8-9 months...
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I have 15 months old son.I use to put him to sleep by using rocker/glider.Sometimes he sleeps within 10 min and sometimes it even takes more than half an hour.How to make my son sleep by himself.I tried putting him on bed and pat on his back,but it...
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Baby
The short answer is a qualified yes. You aren’t going to do any harm to your baby by providing a pacifier to help your child get to sleep. However, for the first month of life, your baby should not use a pacifier or any sucking device for...
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Community
I saw a news report about Dr.’s Lewis and Jonathan Jassey’s Sleep method. They have a book that describes their approach to getting infants to sleep more. They recommend pushing a baby’s feeding routine to no less than 4 hours...
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An article published in the May 2016 edition of Pediatrics suggests that the incidence of SIDS may be higher in babies who are swaddled than in infants who are not swaddled for sleep. The study, despite being a meta-analysis, included a mere four...
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This week, one hopeful mom-to-be wonders if her past abortion will hurt her chances of getting pregnant, while another mom is tired of being a human pacifier for her 9-month-old insomniac. Dear Bundoo is where we answer your parenting and...
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Baby
In a new study published in the October 2014 issue of Pediatrics, researchers examined data on infant deaths from 24 states and came to a startling conclusion: putting your baby to sleep on the sofa dramatically raises the risk of sudden infant...
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Baby
Your baby is a cute and cuddly bundle of joy—it’s understandable that you want to keep him or her as close to you as possible. However, co-sleeping or bed-sharing with baby and parents has come under fire because it is linked with an increased risk...
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Pregnancy
Almost every parent is familiar with the sleep deprivation that comes with having a newborn, but many moms-to-be are surprised by the lack of sleep that can occur before you even deliver. Many pregnant women report having issues getting rest (up to...
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Blog
There are few things more adorable than a tiny little one all wrapped up like a baby burrito. But it turns out that swaddling is much more than just cute—it’s a tried-and-true way to soothe and calm a baby during the first few months of life, and...
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Community
My 2 year old still sleeps in a crib at home. When we travel (which is often, as we have family a couple hours away) she has always slept in a pack-and-play. The problem is, now she’s almost too big for it and I’m not sure where to put...
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Baby
Like Goldilocks and the three bears, agreeing on a comfortable room temperature is a challenge for many households. One person likes it cool, another likes it warm … but what temperature is “just right” for the baby?” Contrary to what many people...
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If you can get your child to sleep on command, I salute you. But for the rest of the population, we’ve found a handy trick for you. 1. Your eyes are getting heavy… Parents are fully aware of the sleep struggles babies have. But struggle...
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Reality check: there are a lot of extraordinary things that will happen during pregnancy, but for most women, scoring a good night’s sleep isn’t one of them. Even for the best sleepers, getting a good, restful night of sleep when you’re pregnant is...
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The holidays can be such a magical time for families. I love seeing children in my office, excited for special events or outings. Parents seem to enjoy this time of year as well—I know I do. However, added activities, travel, work, and the like can...
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“Can we talk about these new room sharing guidelines? I’ve already moved the baby into his own room!” This question came from my sweet cousin, just ten weeks after having her second baby. Since this fall’s release of the American Academy of...
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Community
...Yes, yes, 50 times yes! With a 2.5 year old and a 1-month-old, I am totally in this boat. Can anyone else relate?! http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/6539438...
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Baby
Night terrors can be very frightening for both you and your child. Night terrors are not nightmares. They generally occur within a couple of hours after your child has fallen asleep. During an episode of night terrors, your child may bolt upright,...
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Baby
If you’ve ever had a baby with colic, you know how miserable it can be. Unfortunately, as frustrating as colic can be, we still don’t really know what causes it, which makes treatment difficult. Recent research, however, has uncovered an...
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Baby
Night terrors episodes are as terrifying for parents as they are for the children suffering from them. Distinct from nightmares, night terrors generally occur about 90 minutes to 2 hours after your child has fallen asleep. During a night terror...
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Baby
Baby boxes — sturdy cardboard boxes that are designed as a sleep environment for newborns — have been around for decades, first appearing in Finland as part of a campaign to decrease infant mortality. Now they’re beginning to show up in the United...
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Baby
The American Academy of Pediatrics released a new policy statement, “SIDS and Other Sleep-Related Infant Deaths: Updated 2016 Recommendations for a Safe Infant Sleeping Environment,” at its national convention in October 2016. Policy statements are...
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Pregnancy
We hope you’re enjoying Week 15! For many experienced moms, these are the best weeks of pregnancy. Even moms who have waited to let the world know they were pregnant are typically telling everybody by now (because it is still probably hard to tell...
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Pregnancy
After waiting patiently for your little one to arrive, many moms wonder what will happen after their baby is born: “Where will they sleep in the hospital—in the room with me or in the nursery?” and “How will I get my rest? And does it even matter?”...
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Baby
Babies and toddlers can experience jet lag just like adults. Changing time zones requires the body to readjust to sleeping, waking, and eating patterns, which can result in a cranky child. You can take steps a few weeks before traveling to minimize...
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Blog
Dr. Sara and I spent a whirlwind weekend with the Bundoo team in the Big Apple at the New York Baby Show. We met some incredible expecting and new parents, shared our excitement about Bundoo, and even entered many parents for some spectacular...
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Baby
At eight months of age, the words that best describe your baby are “curious” and “energetic.” Your little one is on the move and exploring everything, from new foods to every nook and cranny of your home. Your little one is also starting to...
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Baby
Your 10-week-old baby has come a long way since you first brought him or her home from the hospital! While it’s impossible to generalize, a 10-week-old baby will have packed on weight and muscle since birth — and it’s starting to show. While it’s...
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Breathable mattresses are one of the newest categories in the crib mattress market, but they are gaining in popularity. Breathable mattresses are designed to provide a safe, allergen-free sleeping environment by allowing for the easy exchange of...
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You worked hard to make breastfeeding work and you are on a roll. Your baby is thriving and your confidence in nursing is solid. But now you’re tired! Your baby is still waking up several times at night, and you can’t get back to sleep. Many...
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Along with innerspring mattresses, foam mattresses are the second most common type of mattress. Foam mattresses are made from polyurethane, a lightweight material that is easier to handle and carry than the heavier innerspring mattresses. When...
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SIDS, or sudden infant death syndrome, strikes fear into the hearts of new parents. As the name implies, SIDS occurs when a baby dies without an obvious medical reason or explanation. This lack of warning and explanation is especially...
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Baby
Although your baby has spent most of the past month sleeping, he or she has been doing a lot of hard work growing and changing. The first few weeks — really, the first few years — of life are marked by incredible development and learning for...
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At 12 weeks, your baby is likely sleeping about 15 hours a day, with up to 10 hours of sleep every night and about three naps per day. If this doesn’t sound like your baby, don’t worry! There’s no “normal” for babies this age. Some 3-month-old...
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At 6 weeks old, your baby may make a startling discovery: he or she has hands! Before now, those things on the ends of the arms waved around a lot, but most babies have very little control over their hands until right around this age. At six weeks,...
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Toddler
Today’s preschooler is at risk for gaining too much weight. About 8.4 percent of children aged 2-5 years are obese, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). How young children are fed, what they eat, and other lifestyle...
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Blog
This week in Dear Bundoo, one exhausted mother worries that she can’t handle another sleepless night, while another family wonders if it’s too early to decide if their son is a genius. Dear Bundoo, I’m the parent of a 2-year-old little boy....
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Baby
Innerspring mattresses are the most common type of crib mattress in the United States. Most adult mattresses are also innerspring mattresses, so this kind of mattress is familiar to most people. Innerspring mattresses get their shape from the...
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Baby
Natural and organic mattresses are some of the fastest-growing segments of the mattress market. Parents are drawn to these mattresses because of safety concerns over mattresses made with synthetic materials and “outgassing,” or the release of...
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Baby
Cribs are responsible for more infant deaths than any other nursery product, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. In light of this grim statistic, it makes sense to pay extra attention to the crib you buy for your baby’s nursery....
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Baby
Binky or no binky? It’s no surprise to parents that babies love to suck on things, including fingers, thumbs, hands, or pacifiers. Sucking that’s done outside of feeding time is known as “non-nutritive” sucking, and...
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Baby
Welcome to week 3! Over the last three weeks, you’ve likely seen your baby growing more alert and even staring at your face for longer periods, especially during feeding. You’re hopefully falling into a more predictable pattern now — even if it’s...
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Baby
Congratulations! If you’re like most new parents, you’re in the middle of a whirlwind of new experiences and emotions right now, just days after the arrival of your new baby. It’s not uncommon for new parents to be simultaneously flooded with love...
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Baby
Here’s the good news: by five months of age, babies have usually hit their stride and typically sleep between six and eight hours a night. Of course this isn’t true for all babies — some are still waking up every few hours, and others have been...
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Baby
It can be alarming to see that your baby’s head has suddenly gone a bit flat, especially on the back, but don’t worry: in the vast majority of cases, this is nothing to worry about. Newborn skulls are much softer than an adult’s head as the bones...
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Toddler
At 15-18 months old, toddlers hit that inevitable tricky phase where one nap is not enough, but two naps are too many. The result is an overtired, cranky child who isn’t sleeping well at night. As if that wasn’t enough, temper tantrums often tend...
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Baby
Pacifiers can be great parenting tools to help calm fussy babies. The American Academy of Pediatrics even recommends offering a pacifier in the first year of life. But not all pacifiers are created equal. Follow these tips for safe and effective...
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Parenting
While you may not always realize it, discipline for your child begins as early as infancy. Having your child follow a routine for sleep-wake cycle and feeding is a form of discipline that comforts your child and provides you with some sleep. But as...
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Baby
When it comes to setting up your baby’s nursery, you’ll have to make dozens of choices that will affect your baby’s comfort and safety — but one of the most important is a piece of furniture most people won’t even see: the crib mattress. Cribs are...