Do Baths Help Babies Sleep? – Taking Cara Babies
Are you wondering if a bath will help your baby sleep? I’ve got good news for you! Not only can baths help at bedtime, but a good bath can be a helpful tool for navigating many situations that may pop up throughout your day. Let’s talk about it. Should a…
Newborns Sleeping with Pacifiers: Everything You Need to Know – Taking Cara Babies
Pacifier, Binky, Nuk, Soother, Dummy. I love pacifiers….yes, even for newborns, sleeping babies, and breastfed babies! I get so many questions from parents about newborns sleeping with a pacifier. Let’s talk about why I love pacifiers, how to introduce the pacifier, and what to do if the pacifier keeps falling…
Baby Sleep and Multiples – Taking Cara Babies
If you just found out you’re expecting twins, triplets, or quadruplets OR you’ve been a parent of multiples for a while, this blog is for you. Let’s talk about baby sleep and multiples. Is good sleep possible with multiples? YES! In my experience, when parents of multiples have a predictable,…
Getting Back on Track with Baby Sleep After the Holidays – Taking Cara Babies
The holidays are nearing an end. And now you’re home and ready to jump into your normal routine. There’s just one problem: You have a little one whose sleep routine is all out of sorts. Let’s talk about getting back on track with baby sleep after the holidays. Don’t panic!…
Evidence-Based Practice in Baby Sleep – Taking Cara Babies
If you’ve been here awhile, you’ve probably heard me talk about evidence-based research or evidence-based practice. Maybe you’re wondering what that means, especially what it means when we think about how to handle baby sleep. Let me tell you. Evidence-based practice is a combination of three things: evidence-based research, clinical…
Baby Sleep and the Holidays – Taking Cara Babies
Often, the holidays mean disrupted baby sleep and schedules. For many parents, this can cause a lot of extra stress! Let me reassure you: You can still have a great sleeper during (and after) the holidays even if that normal routine is a bit off.I want to remind you: it’s…
Cyber Monday Sale – Taking Cara Babies
Does Taking Cara Babies have a Black Friday or Cyber Monday sale? Yes! Our First Five Months Bundle and gift certificates for the First Five Months Bundle are $10 off. The First Five Months Bundle includes Will I Ever Sleep Again? (0-12 weeks) and Navigating Months 3&4 (13-22 weeks). When…
Best Gifts for New Parents – Taking Cara Babies
Are you looking for the best gifts for new parents? I’ve got ideas for you. Some of these ideas are splurges, and some are more practical. You might create a small basket with several or just grab your favorite option. Whatever you decide, you can’t go wrong letting new parents…
Fixing Your Schedule After the Time Change – Taking Cara Babies
Oh no! Daylight savings has ended, and now, your baby is waking early. Don’t worry; you aren’t doomed to early mornings for the entire winter. Let’s talk about how to adjust your schedule after the time change! Here’s what you’re going to do: For the next two days, we want…
New Skills and Sleep Disruptions – Taking Cara Babies
Aren’t babies incredible? In a short time, they go from tiny sleepy bundles to active little ones. You are so proud when they start rolling over, sitting, walking, talking and so much more. Each of these new skills is a huge accomplishment for your baby! However, science shows us that…