Baby Sleep Blog
Free tips, guides, and advice for every age and stage — from newborn to toddler
White Noise for Baby Sleep: What the Research Actually Says
Is white noise safe for babies? We break down the research on white noise machines, safe volume levels, and what the evidence says about sound and baby sleep.
Newborn Wake Windows: Why They're So Short and How to Read Your Baby's Cues
Newborn wake windows are just 45-90 minutes because of immature brain development. Learn why clock-watching doesn't work at this age, how to spot tired cues, and what's normal.
Wake Windows at 7-9 Months: Longer Awake Periods, Nap Transitions, and the Crawling Effect
Wake windows at 7-9 months typically range from 2.25-3.5 hours. Learn how the 3-to-2 nap transition affects timing, why the last nap becomes a battle, and what to do about it.
Wake Windows at 4-6 Months: When Sleep Starts Getting More Predictable
Wake windows at 4-6 months typically range from 1.5-2.75 hours. Learn how the 4-month regression affects timing, why the first window is shortest, and how to find your baby's sweet spot.
Wake Windows at 10-14 Months: Why Your Baby Might Need More Awake Time Than You Think
Wake windows at 10-14 months typically range from 3-4.5 hours. Learn why undertiredness becomes increasingly common, how to avoid the 12-month nap trap, and when to start thinking about one nap.
Transitioning Out of Co-Sleeping: A Gentle, Gradual Guide
Ready to move your baby from your bed to a cot? Learn why gradual approaches work better than cold turkey, how to maintain connection, and what to expect week by week.
Toddler Sleep at 2-3 Years: Nap Dropping, Night Fears, and Bedtime Battles
A complete guide to toddler sleep between 2 and 3 years — dropping the last nap, emerging night fears, cot-to-bed transition, and managing bedtime boundary testing.
Toddler Sleep at 18-24 Months: Regressions, Boundaries, and What to Expect
Why does sleep fall apart at 18 months? Understand the 18-month regression, boundary testing, climbing out of the cot, and how to navigate this intense developmental stage.
Toddler Sleep at 12 to 18 Months: The Complete Guide to This Intense Stage
A complete guide to 12-18 month sleep — the 12-month regression, 2-to-1 nap transition, walking, separation anxiety, molar teething, and early boundary testing.
Third Trimester Sleep Preparation: What to Actually Understand Before Baby Arrives
Forget the nursery shopping list. The most valuable thing you can prepare before baby arrives is understanding newborn sleep biology, the fourth trimester, and realistic expectations.
Teething and Sleep: What Actually Helps
Teething is often blamed for weeks of bad sleep — but the research tells a different story. Learn what's normal, what's not, and when to see your GP.
Summer Light and Baby Sleep: Why UK Summers Are Brutal for Bedtime
UK summer daylight until 10pm suppresses baby melatonin. Learn why summer light disrupts baby sleep, how blackout solutions help, and how to manage the heat.
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