The Sleep Parlor Blog

Few baby topics divide parents quite like the dummy. For some, it’s a lifesaver, calming their baby in seconds and helping them settle to sleep. For others, it’s a constant battle: the middle of the night reinsertions, the daycare limits, or the fear of how (and when) to let it go. As a paediatric sleep consultant, I’ve seen both sides, families who thrive with a dummy and those who feel trapped by it. So let’s unpack the pros, cons, and how to gently say goodbye when the tim

As a certified paediatric sleep consultant, one of the most common questions I hear from parents is: “Why has my baby suddenly stopped sleeping well… AGAIN?” If your once-great sleeper is suddenly fighting naps, waking frequently overnight, or taking forever to settle, chances are you’re in the middle of a sleep regression . But before you panic, let’s talk about what’s really going on, why it happens, and how to navigate it. What Is a Sleep Regression? A sleep regression is

For many new parents, the idea of getting a longer stretch of sleep at night sounds like a dream come true, and that’s exactly where the “dream feed” comes in. Dream feeding is a gentle, strategic way to help your baby (and you!) get a little more uninterrupted rest. What Is a Dream Feed? A dream feed is a late-evening feed you give your baby while they’re still asleep or very drowsy, usually between 9:30pm and 11:00pm, just before you go to bed yourself. The goal is to top u