Does independent sleep need to be taught?

In this eye-opening and deeply needed episode, I sat down with Clayton Cranford—a 20-year law enforcement veteran, former school resource officer, crisis negotiator, national award winner, and founder of Cyber Safety Cop. Drawing from decades of experience at the intersection of ...  Show more

Dr. Mona sits down with IBCLC Melissa Mancini (known as @more_then_milk on Instagram) to explore the physical and emotional aspects of weaning, emphasizing that weaning is a deeply personal choice rather than a strict timeline or milestone. Key Takeaways A Personal Decision: Wean ...  Show more

Can you remember the last time you slept for five hours in a row? If an infant lives with you, there’s a good chance you can’t. Sleep is essential for us to function and makes us better parents, but sometimes when we talk about sleep training our kiddos, moms can be consumed with ...  Show more

In today's episode, I'll be answering a question from an Instagram follower who is seeking advice on how to help their 11-year-old child sleep without their presence. This is a common issue, so today I’ll share some helpful tips to assist in getting children of any age to sleep o ...  Show more

How do you break the habits in sleeping and bedtime when they've been going on for years? Can you do it with little to no tears? Adding complication, this step-parent wants to know if it's even possible given co-sleeping is still happening in the other parent's home? ...  Show more

Remember sleep? Long, uninterrupted sleep, in your own bed? If you ping-pong around from room to room, hear the pitter patter of toddler feet at night, or wake up with a toe up your nose, you're not alone. So, what can you do to save your sanity? And with so much conflicting advi ...  Show more