As summer winds down and the school year looms, families are preparing for a fresh start. If you're like me, the transition can bring a mix of excitement and anxiety. Embrace the change of season with a proactive approach and give your family the structure they need to thrive this school year! Here are five strategies I'm using to restore structure at home this September...

Is your 3-4 month old baby suddenly waking up frequently at night? The 4-month sleep regression can be tough, but it's a sign of healthy development. This blog post shares expert tips on establishing consistent routines, encouraging self-soothing, evaluating pacifier use, and creating a sleep-conducive environment. Learn how to navigate this challenging phase and get your baby back to better sleep.

Bedtime battles with toddlers can turn evenings into stressful episodes for both parents and children. However, with the right strategies, bedtime can become a peaceful and enjoyable routine. This blog post gives five top tips to help you end toddler bedtime battles, from establishing a consistent routine to creating a comfortable sleep environment. Learn how to set clear expectations, offer choices, and stay calm and patient to make bedtime a stress-free and cherished time for your family. Book a complimentary consultation call today for personalized support.

Ensuring your child gets the right amount of sleep is crucial for their development. Learn about sleep needs for different age groups, download our Sleep Needs by Age Guide, and get expert tips for achieving restful nights. If your child is experiencing sleep challenges, our team at A Restful Night is here to help.

Transitioning your toddler from a crib to a bed is a significant milestone for both parent and child. Infant and Child Sleep Expert and Founder of A Restful Night, Meg O’Leary, gives key considerations and tips to ensure a smooth and positive transition — from assessing your toddler's age readiness to nurturing essential sleep skill and impulse control.

Summer is always a fun time of year – beach, BBQs, vacations and really just letting go and enjoying the long, warm days. This often means late nights, slower mornings and a loose or non-existent schedule. August hits and the reality of a new school year with structure, alarm clocks, drop off lines and homework hits. Yikes, how will this transition go?

Newborns, infants and young toddlers can’t tell time but they can recognize a feeling or a pattern of events. Infants and toddlers love predictability and rhythm, and just like older children and adults they learn best using a multi-sensory approach to help their bodies understand and feel each step of the routine.

Our goal is to deliver a plan that instructs you how to facilitate independent sleep and teach you along the way so you feel empowered and confident to manage your child’s sleep long term.

With your commitment and follow through, our two-week program is a guaranteed way to get your family on track and sleeping well. Here’s how it works…

Parents will do almost anything to get their children to sleep—song and dance routines included. Many don’t realize that there is help out there in the form of experts to help with all things sleep. This is where sleep consultants come in.