Soothing Techniques & Sleep Associations

It’s bedtime. Your baby is swaddled, the lights are dim, and just as they begin to settle, you gently pop in a pacifier. Calm returns. You breathe a sigh of relief. But as the dummy drops out ten minutes later and they cry again… you wonder — Is this actually helping? The pacifier, also known Read More

It’s late. The room is dark. You’re gently bouncing or rocking your baby, counting the rhythm of your own breath as you sway. Their eyes flutter. You slow down, easing toward the cot… and they wake up. Sound familiar? Motion — whether it’s rocking, bouncing, or gentle swaying — is one of the most instinctive Read More

It’s 9pm. You’ve tried rocking, feeding, singing — even the drive around the block trick. But your baby is still wide awake, fussing or crying, and sleep feels miles away. You’re not doing anything wrong. In fact, you’re doing everything right. Soothing a baby to sleep isn’t just about routine — it’s about connection, calm, Read More

It’s 2 AM. You’ve fed your baby, rocked them for 20 minutes, tiptoed out of the room and they’re awake again. Sound familiar? If sleep feels like a delicate routine you have to repeat every time your baby stirs, you’re likely dealing with sleep associations. While completely normal, these habits can sometimes become exhausting, especially Read More