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Newborn Sleep Tips: How to Encourage Longer Naps and Better Night Sleep

Welcome to motherhood. You’ll never sleep again!” If you’re a brand new parent, chances are you’ve already heard that delightful little one-liner more times than you can count. And while yes, newborn sleep is a whole different ball game than your pre-baby days, it doesn’t mean you’re doomed to be exhausted forever. At Oh Baby Consulting, I’m all about setting realistic expectations and helping you feel empowered, not overwhelmed, and maybe even a little rested during those blurry early weeks.

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When Will My Baby Sleep Through The Night?

This question is the holy grail of early parenthood. I get it. You’re exhausted, your baby is adorable but confusing, and no one on the internet seems to agree on anything. So let’s clear some things up and get really honest about what “sleeping through the night” actually means.

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How Sleep Impacts Learning, Behavior, and Health For Kids and Adults

You don’t need a new calendar, a mood board, or a motivational podcast to want more ease, patience, and energy in your life. You probably just need more sleep. I know that sounds obvious. But in a world that celebrates…

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What to Do When Baby Starts Rolling Over in the Crib

As your baby grows and develops, exciting milestones evolve. Somewhere between 3-5 months (on average) your baby is going to start rolling in their crib.

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My 5 Favorite Newborn Sleep Products

Newborns seem to come with a lot of *stuff* and within each product category, there are a ton of options. After a lot of trial and error, I’m sharing my 5 favorite sleep products we used in the newborn stage.

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Date Nights After Baby

Having a night out with your partner is such an important part of any relationship, including the one you have with your child. It’s true! Having “adult only” time can help recharge…

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Dream Feed: Pros & Cons

A dream feed is where you offer your child a feeding before you go to bed (usually between 9pm-11pm) in hopes that they sleep a longer stretch. The goal is to…

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Your Guide to Eat, Play, Sleep & Full Feedings

One of the most important ways to get sleep (and eating) off to a great start is to practice the pattern of, “eat, play, sleep” when structuring your day.

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Why You Need a White Noise Machine

If you’re creating a baby registry, you may have a white noise/sound machine on your list but have absolutely no idea why you want one (but spoiler alert: you want one!) So let’s dive into why white noise machines are helpful, how to use them, and other FAQs…

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How to Transition Your Baby Out of the Swaddle

I’m a big fan of swaddling your newborn. Swaddling helps to recreate that snug and secure feeling that your baby came to know and love when they were tight and cozy inside of you. But all good things must come to an end, and so too does your time using the swaddle.

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5 Tips to Survive The Witching Hour

It’s that dreaded time of day again! Your usually easy-going, happy-go-lucky baby is suddenly possessed and melting down. All your attempts to soothe them are falling on deaf ears and now you too have tears streaming down your face. This is the witching hour and here’s how to get through it.

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Creating a Bedtime Routine for Your Baby

One of the easiest ways to establish a healthy sleep foundation from Day 1 is to create and maintain a bedtime routine. Infants and young children thrive on routine and are comforted by…

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