When you first bring your baby home from the hospital, it may seem like all they do is sleep, eat, and poop. Newborns tend to sleep 15 to 16 hours…
Can Both Parents Sleep With a Newborn?
For many parents, bed-sharing is a rather heated debate. Some cultures are pro bed-sharing, while others are not. People who support bed-sharing say that it helps the baby fall asleep,…
How Long Should Your Baby Sleep in Your Room?
When you bring your baby home from the hospital, he will likely sleep in the same room as you. Not only is this considered the safest place for your baby,…
When Can Your Baby Sleep with a Blanket?
Many baby shower gifts are crib-related, including sheets, comforters, hand stitched quilts, and knitted blankets. It’s tempting to put all these gifts in bed with your baby, but adding a…
Baby Sleep and the Seasons: How sleep changes with shorter days
2020 has had its fair share of shakeups (to say the least). Now that we’re settling into winter, there may be another change you’ve noticed recently: your baby’s sleeping habits….
5+ Tips For Adjusting To Parenthood After Adoption
November is National Adoption Month, celebrating and recognizing adoptive families everywhere. As those families well know, the adoption process — and life afterward — can be emotional and challenging. So,…
6 Reasons Your Family Needs a Sleep Coach
A sleepless baby can lead to sleepless nights for the entire family. But instead of feeling discouraged, you can feel empowered, educated, and — above all — well-rested. How? With…
Identifying Your Baby’s Sleep Style
Navigating newborns and infants are challenging for any parent. But identifying their sleep style or patterns can be even tougher, especially when you’re completely exhausted yourself. Here, Rachelle breaks down…
Managing Parental Stress During a Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken its toll on the country and the world in more ways than one. For parents, that stress is heightened as you work to adjust to…
5 Bedtime Routine Mistakes to Avoid
Bedtime routines are crucial for a good night’s sleep for everyone — babies, toddlers, and parents. But if your little ones are still struggling to get to bed or fall…
Tips for managing sleep schedules when homeschooling
With coronavirus cases still on the rise in parts of the U.S. (as of August 2020), many schools are opting to continue online learning to reduce the risk of continued…
Sleep Coach
Our sleep coaches are here to support you. Sleep by Rachelle can support all your sleep regression and training needs. Our sleep specialists will support your family in putting your…
Prepping for Holiday Travel With a New Baby
Travel is very different with a baby, and certainly can be more stressful. But don’t worry! We have all the info you need below to prepare for your holiday travels with a new baby.
Daylight Saving Time: How to Get Baby Back on Schedule
If you’re not living in one of the few states who don’t observe Daylight Saving Time, there are ways to get your baby’s internal clock back on schedule.
Keep the Kids (and Yourself) Safe This Flu Season
October is a wonderful time of the year, especially for families with kids: cooler temperatures, pretty fall foliage, and of course, Halloween! However, parents also know that October is also…
How to Start Weaning
The Sleep by Rachelle method of sleep training is more than just simple sleep tips. Understanding your baby’s nutrition and digestion is an important part of helping your baby find…
Sleep Regressions
The Three Main Sleep Regressions: When you think of sleep in the first year so many things will come to mind. When will your baby start sleeping through the…
Sleep Regression
What is a sleep regression? The four-month sleep regression is real but how can you sleep train through it.
Health and Fitness Tips During Pregnancy
Keeping healthy and fit during pregnancy is important for both mama and child. Safe, moderate exercise and a mindful, fulfilling diet might reduce the impact of many pregnancy-related ailments. Check out our tips for staying healthy and fit throughout your pregnancy.
Why, how, and when to swaddle
Why we swaddle our babies? From the day you bring your little one home, you will begin a journey of finding ways to soothe, feed, and help this little human…
How to Make Your Child’s Bedroom a Positive Place
ome kids have persistent nightmares, trouble sleeping, or behavioral problems that affect their quality of sleep. That’s why it’s important to make your child’s bedroom a positive place so they can get the best sleep possible. We have tips to help your child embrace their bedroom!
Postpartum Care Kit Essentials
It’s easy to focus on what you need to pack in your hospital bag before you give birth. But we’re here to remind you of something else that’s just as…
Checklist: What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag
Are you an expecting mama whose due date is quickly approaching? You may be one of the many expecting moms out there: August and September are the most popular birth…
Quick Tips for Finding Zen as a Parent
Some days, it seems like you’re so busy that one mishap can derail your entire schedule. If you wake up just 10 minutes late, you feel like you’re playing catch…
How to Swaddle Your Baby Safely
Swaddling your baby is a simple way to keep your baby warm and secure by using a snugly fastened blanket. It can also be a source of comfort to your…
What Does a Sleep Coach Do?
For new parents, settling your baby into a decent sleep schedule can be exhausting. And if you turn to friends, parent groups, baby books, or your pediatrician for advice, it…
Introducing Sleep by Rachelle
Hi parents and families! We’re so excited to introduce you to Sleep by Rachelle! I’m Rachelle: infant sleep and development expert, author of Creating Sweet Dreams, mother of four, and…
European Baby Formula- Major Sleep Regressions in the First Year
– When you think of sleep in the first year so many things will come to mind. When will your baby start sleeping through the night is usually the first…
How to lay baby down – FAQ – Creating Sweet Dreams
– Who is This For? My program works most effectively for parents who: Prefer a gentle solution to sleep issues at night Are willing to implement a day time schedule…
How to lay baby down – FAQ – Creating Sweet Dreams
– Who is This For? My program works most effectively for parents who: Prefer a gentle solution to sleep issues at night Are willing to implement a day time schedule…
Tips for Passing Gas – Introduction to Solids – Creating Sweet Dreams
– Baby is growing up right before your eyes! Somehow it’s already time to introduce solids and you want to ensure they are getting the best nutrition possible. This course…
Baby Created Sleep Plan – Creating Sweet Dreams
– Creating Sweet Dreams by Rachelle Gershkovich “Using a gentle, baby created approach, our baby sleep training plans are holistic and nutrition-based. The program is all about love. Love for…
Transitions
Transition 1 – 8 pounds/ 8 Weeks Make sure your baby is ready for the first transition in sleep training. My baby is at least 8 pounds My baby is…
Transition 3 – 12 pounds
Make sure your baby is ready for Transition 3 of sleep training. My baby is at least 12 pounds My baby is NOT sick My baby has not had a…
Transition 4 – 15 pounds
Make sure your baby is ready for Transition 4 of sleep training. My baby is at least 15 pounds My baby is NOT sick My baby has not had a…
