Sleep Support for Ages 2–7

The Winter Slumber Blog

Gentle tips and real-world stories for calmer bedtimes.

The Real Goal of the Chair Method Has Nothing to Do With Sleep

The Real Goal of the Chair Method Has Nothing to Do With Sleep

The real goal of the chair method is building confidence and teaching a skill set, one step at a time.

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I Thought I Was Launching an Audio Story…I Think I Started Something Bigger

I Thought I Was Launching an Audio Story…I Think I Started Something Bigger

If you somehow missed it in between end-of-school chaos, snack packing, field trips, sports schedules, and trying to remember whether spirit day was today or tomorrow 😅 I recently launched somethi…

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She Used to Sleep Fine… So What Happened?

She Used to Sleep Fine… So What Happened?

Why toddlers and preschoolers suddenly stop sleeping independently One of the most frustrating situations for parents is when sleep was going well and then suddenly, it’s not. Your child was fallin…

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How Much Sleep Does Your 2–7 Year Old Actually Need?

How Much Sleep Does Your 2–7 Year Old Actually Need?

One of the biggest misconceptions I see in the toddler and preschool sleep world is this: more sleep is always better. Parents are told to push bedtime earlier, extend naps, and “protect sleep at a…

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Dealing with Daycare: How to Keep Consistent Sleep Habits When Away from Home

Dealing with Daycare: How to Keep Consistent Sleep Habits When Away from Home

Maintaining consistent sleep habits for toddlers and preschoolers can feel challenging when daycare comes into the picture. Between different routines, group naps, and varying policies around wakin…

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How to Stay Positive and Patient During the Sleep Journey

How to Stay Positive and Patient During the Sleep Journey

Supporting your toddler or preschooler through sleep changes can feel emotional, exhausting, and at times, discouraging. One night goes smoothly and you feel hopeful. The next night brings protests…

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