Managing your child’s sleep across nannies, babysitters, daycares, and grandparents doesn’t have to be stressful. This guide offers realistic, flexible tips to help you create and communicate a consistent routine that works, no matter who’s putting your child to bed!

As summer winds down, it’s time to start thinking ahead. This guide helps you ease your family back into a consistent school sleep routine. Discover age-based sleep needs, practical bedtime strategies, and gentle ways to get ahead of the adjustment from certified sleep expert Meg O’Leary.

Thinking about switching your toddler to a toddler bed? You might want to skip it. Learn why sleep experts recommend moving straight from crib to a big kid bed instead. This smoother, smarter transition supports better sleep, builds impulse control, and sets your toddler up for long-term success. Here’s how to do it safely and confidently.

Is your toddler's bedtime a nightly battle? The missing piece might be impulse control. Learn how your child’s brain development affects sleep, and what you can do about it. From age-appropriate expectations to daily routines that build self-regulation, we’re breaking down how to support your little one through this important developmental milestone!

Planning a family beach trip near New York City? Newport, Rhode Island is the perfect mix of kid-friendly fun, coastal charm, and laid-back relaxation. Discover our family’s tried-and-true itinerary, favorite restaurants, and essential packing tips for a smooth and memorable vacation with kids.

Confused about sleep sacks? This expert-backed guide from a certified sleep consultant breaks down TOG ratings, fabric types, and the best sleep sacks for every age, season, and stage: from newborn swaddles to toddler-friendly wearable blankets.

Transitioning from crib to bed is a big milestone for toddlers and parents alike. Learn the ideal age range, signs of readiness, and what to avoid when making the switch to a big kid bed. This guide, written by a certified sleep expert, contains everything you need to know for a smooth and successful transition.

Considering having your kids share a room, or already navigating sleep in a small space? Whether you're prepping for a future room share or managing current sleep disruptions, this expert guide breaks down age-specific sleep training tips and real-life strategies that support sibling connection and uninterrupted rest. Learn how to create a peaceful shared sleep space, no matter the square footage.

Looking for a gradual way to teach your child to sleep independently? The Chair Method an effective sleep training approach that keeps you close while building your child’s confidence. This step-by-step guide walks you through each phase: so you can support your little one while they learn to fall asleep on their own.

From soaring temperatures to travel disruptions, summer can wreak havoc on sleep. This expert guide shares 10 Top Summer Sleep Tips—plus age-specific advice from newborns to big kids, and parent-approved product recommendations to help your whole family sleep cool and comfortably all season long. A Restful Night is here to help you make summer memories without sacrificing sleep!

Experiencing frequent night wakings or skipped naps? You might be in the middle of a sleep regression. In this guide, we break down the 6 major baby and toddler sleep regression periods: from the 4-month sleep regression to the 2-year sleep regression. Learn what causes these disruptions, how long sleep regressions last, and practical, expert-backed strategies to handle each stage. Plus, discover when to seek professional help, and how teaching independent sleep skills can prevent future regressions.

Is your baby or toddler fighting sleep, fussy, or waking often? Overtiredness could be the root cause. Learn the key signs of an overtired child, why it happens, and how to fix it with calming strategies, ideal wake windows, and expert tips for better baby sleep.

Is teething keeping your baby up at night? Discover expert-backed tips to soothe teething discomfort and improve your baby’s sleep. From gum massages and cooling remedies to bedtime routines and sleep environment hacks, this guide shares gentle, effective strategies to help your teething baby sleep better. Learn how to spot the signs, when to offer comfort, and how to maintain healthy sleep habits - even during teething. Sleep relief is possible!

Worried about how time zone changes will affect your baby’s sleep while traveling? Discover expert-approved tips for adjusting your baby’s sleep schedule, packing the right travel essentials, and creating a consistent bedtime routine, even on red-eye flights or in hotel rooms. Whether you’re flying internationally or road-tripping across states, these practical strategies will help your baby (and you!) sleep soundly, wherever you land.

Potty training and sleep don’t always go hand in hand, but they can! Learn how to manage sleep disruptions during potty training with practical tips, bedtime routines, and nighttime strategies that support your toddler’s progress and your family’s rest.

Planning a family vacation to Turks and Caicos? Discover travel tips from sleep expert and mom of four Meg O’Leary, including the best family-friendly resorts, what to pack, how to manage room sharing with kids, and smart strategies for stress-free travel with toddlers, preschoolers, and big kids. This guide has everything you need for a memorable (and manageable!) trip with children.

Is your newborn wide awake at 2:00 a.m. and snoozing all afternoon? You’re not alone. Learn how to gently reset your baby’s internal clock and ease day-night confusion with simple, research-backed strategies from newborn sleep expert Meg O’Leary, mom of four and founder of A Restful Night.

Bringing home a new baby is overwhelming—emotionally and physically. Learn how to ask for (and offer) postpartum support without guilt, with real-life examples and expert-backed strategies to help parents feel cared for, not just the baby.

Struggling with your baby’s sleep? The Check and Console Method—also known as the Ferber Method or Timed Intervals—offers a gradual, structured way to teach independent sleep skills. Unlike full Cry It Out, this method allows parents to check in at increasing intervals, offering comfort while encouraging self-soothing. Learn how to implement this balanced approach, troubleshoot common sleep training challenges, and set your little one up for restful nights!

Parenting comes with enough challenges—conflicting sleep advice shouldn’t be one of them. In 6 Sleep Training Myths: What Parents Really Need to Know, we tackle the most common misconceptions about sleep training and reveal the truth behind them. From understanding that sleep is a learned skill to embracing flexibility in routines, this guide empowers parents with evidence-based insights and practical strategies. Whether you're starting with a newborn or an older child, you’ll discover that sleep training can be a compassionate, adaptable process that benefits the entire family.