Parents attending will have a better understanding of the biology behind natural sleep cycles and circadian rhythms, the significance of sleep associations, and realistic sleep/nap expectations for age and developmental stage.
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The class allows for individual questions and discussion and development of a Sleep Action Plan if desired.
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Topics reviewed may help parents attending to:
Develop a consistent bedtime routine that is both age-appropriate and effective including identifying realistic bed times and morning wake up times for your child’s needs.
Address issues regarding short naps, the transition to two, and then to one nap during the day, and adapting day/night sleep patterns to changing needs over time.
Assess night-feedings and hunger vs. habitual feeding with techniques to reduce nighttime feedings as appropriate.
Identify non-feeding related sleep disruptors including physical and developmental milestones, teething, illness, travel, change in daytime routines and other issues.
Understand common issues regarding sleep environment and location and how to transition from one sleep arrangement to another.
Be aware of the implications of light, movement and noise as they impact infant sleep and how to use appropriate techniques and sleep tools to enhance rather than disrupt sleep.
The registration fee covers one parent. A second parent (or grandparent or nanny/caregiver) may attend with a 20% discount. Please register for two spaces if two adults are planning to attend.
This is an adult-focused informational lecture/discussion requiring focused attention. Please consider finding alternate care for your older baby
