Ferber method: What is it, and how does it affect babies?
What is the Ferber method (also known as “graduated extinction”)? How does it compare with other, “gentler” methods of sleep training?
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Bedtime fading: An evidence-based, step-by-step guide (with examples)
Got a child who won’t fall asleep promptly? Bedtime fading is a way to re-align your child’s internal clock with the bedtime you desire.
Dream feeding: An evidence-based guide to helping babies sleep longer
Dream feeding is designed to reduce sleep disruption. But for maximum effect, parents should combine it with other sleep-friendly practices.
How to reset your child’s internal clock for an earlier bedtime: A comprehensive, troubleshooting guide
How can we help kids adapt to an earlier schedule? Morning sunlight, exercise, and other environmental cues can help reset a child’s internal clock. But to make sure kids feel physiologically drowsy at bedtime, we need to use additional strategies. Understanding the big picture: How circadian rhythms, daytime naps, and social factors impact your child’s … Continue reading