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Sleep

Find all of my posts on sleep here. Get sleep training tips, tips for establishing great naps, and tips for getting baby to sleep through the night. I have posts to teach you how to do these things as well as walk you through troubleshooting sleep problems.

How to Do Cry It Out While Room Sharing (It Can Be Done!)

June 11, 2026June 11, 2026 by valplowman
Toddler with a baby sibling

Trying to sleep train while room sharing? It can feel impossible—but it isn’t. Learn practical strategies for managing cry-it-out, minimizing disruptions, and helping your baby learn independent sleep even when …

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Categories Siblings, Sleep Training Tags CIO, room sharing Leave a comment

How To Keep Sleep Consistent When Days are Longer

June 8, 2026 by valplowman
Child sleeping outside in the shade of a tree on the grass

Longer days and bright sunshine can throw off even the best nap schedules. Learn how to protect your baby or toddler’s naps all spring and summer long—starting with the one …

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Categories Sleep, Sleep Problems, Summer Tags consistency, sleep disruptions Leave a comment

Managing Early Wake-Ups When Summer Sunrise Throws Off the Schedule

June 11, 2026May 20, 2026 by valplowman
baby sleeping in the crib with a sunrise coming through the window

Summer sunrise may be the hidden reason your child suddenly started waking at 5 AM. Learn how light affects sleep, how to protect your schedule, and the practical steps that …

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Categories Sleep Problems, Summer Tags disruptions, sleep disruptions, waking early Leave a comment

You Cannot Force a Baby to Sleep — But Here’s What You Can Do

May 14, 2026May 14, 2026 by valplowman
Kaitlyn asleep on a bed with pink blanketes around her

You can set the stage for sleep. You can do everything right. And sometimes your baby still won’t sleep. Here’s how to think about that — and what to actually …

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Categories Sleep Tags healthy sleep habits 16 Comments

The Cornerstone for Good Baby Naps

May 14, 2026May 13, 2026 by valplowman
newborn baby wearing yellow sleeping on a muslin blanket

If your baby is taking short naps — or fighting sleep altogether — there’s one foundational variable you need to get right before anything else will work. Here’s what it …

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Categories Naps, Wake Time Length Tags optimal waketime, printables 12 Comments

Dropping Naps: A Quick Guide (By Age)

April 21, 2026April 21, 2026 by valplowman
Baby napping on their side

When to drop each nap, signs your child is ready, and how to make the transition smooth Every parent eventually faces the moment when a nap that used to be …

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Categories Naps Tags dropping naps, printables 2 Comments

Everything You Need to Know About Dropping the Swaddle

April 9, 2026April 9, 2026 by valplowman
Baby swaddled

Is your baby ready to ditch the swaddle — but you’re nervous about ruining their sleep? This guide covers the signs it’s time, the best ages to transition, and step-by-step …

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Categories Sleep Tags poll results, Swaddling 35 Comments
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Valerie Plowman

Valerie Plowman, known as "the Babywise Mom", is the happy mother of four children. She has been helping parents with their parenting concerns since 2007 and loves helping others absolutely love being a parent.

Babywise Mom Nap Guide

Schedules and Sleep

  • How to Transition Away From a Sound Machine

    How to Transition Away From a Sound Machine

  • Sleep Hierarchy for Babies 3-6 Months

    Sleep Hierarchy for Babies 3-6 Months

  • Protecting Kids’ Sleep During Summer Travel

    Protecting Kids’ Sleep During Summer Travel

  • How To Keep Sleep Consistent When Days are Longer

    How To Keep Sleep Consistent When Days are Longer

  • You Cannot Force a Baby to Sleep — But Here’s What You Can Do

    You Cannot Force a Baby to Sleep — But Here’s What You Can Do

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