Helping your baby develop healthy sleep habits throughout the first year of life is one of the most meaningful investments you can make in your family’s well-being. As a Boston pediatric sleep consultant living and working in the New England area, I often remind parents that sleep is a developmental skill. It evolves dramatically during the first year, and your approach should change right along with your baby’s growing abilities. One of the most important distinctions to understand with your...

There’s a moment that catches many parents off guard: you hear a thump, a cry, or even tiny footsteps. You realize your baby has climbed out of the crib! It can feel scary and overwhelming. You thought you had more time before this milestone, and suddenly safety and sleep are both in question. If your little one has started treating the crib like a jungle gym, you’re not alone. Many toddlers attempt to climb out between 18–24 months , but some adventurous little ones try even earlier. While...

When you think of sleep training, you imagine babies under a year old learning how to fall asleep without being rocked, nursed, or held....