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7 Jun 2020

Is ‘Cry-It-Out’ a Necessity When Sleep Training?

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Babies, Infant Sleep | 0

There seems to be some confusion regarding the cry-it-out method of getting your baby to sleep. Is it part of sleep training? Are there other ways to teach your little one to self-soothe? I have found that cry-it-out, sleep training, … Read More

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7 Oct 2019

When Bottle Feeding Was Not the Plan

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Babies | 4

I cried as I drove home that day. It happened again. No, it was not the first time I heard harsh words directed at me, nor would it be the last. She thought she was being helpful. She thought I … Read More

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3 Apr 2019

45-minute Intruder

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Babies, Babywise, Infant Naps, Infant Sleep | 0

The sleep/nap challenge of waking early is so common among babies that over time, it has gained a reputation and become known as the ’45-minute Intruder’. While the intruder can visit your baby at any time, it often shows up … Read More

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22 Mar 2019

Turn Transitions into Memorable Milestones

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Transitions | 0

I still remember the scene: I was standing in my kitchen surrounded by cardboard boxes, packing tissue was scattered across the floor, my ankles were swollen from 7 months of pregnancy, and there in the screen of my video monitor … Read More

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26 Jan 2018

Moving From The Crib To The Bed

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Training | 0

The age at which a child transitions from a crib to a big bed is up to the parents. Some start as early as 12 months, others wait until much later. I have found that 2 years old … Read More

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24 Jan 2018

Why Routine?

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Babywise, Routine, Toddlers & Preschoolers, Training | 0

Why routine? Why take the time to come up with a workable schedule that you and your kids follow each day? Why bring structure to the home by forming habits and sticking to a plan? Four main benefits for … Read More

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20 Jan 2018

Considering Context: What’s Really Going On Here?

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Babies, Babywise, Training, Uncategorized | 0

Context can be defined as the circumstances that form the setting for an event, statement, or idea. Context helps us fully understand and assess a situation. Why is context important? Because without considering context, it is really easy for a … Read More

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8 Nov 2017

Babywise Tips – What’s the Difference Between a Fatigued Baby and a Tired Baby?

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Babies, Babywise, Preparation for Parenting | 0

The symptoms of infant fatigue are different from those of a tired baby. A tired baby can usually recoup needed sleep in one good nap or at least within a 24-hour cycle. The fatigued baby, however, has a disruption in … Read More

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3 Nov 2017

Babywise Tips – What’s the Difference Between a Dream Feed and Late Night Feeding?

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Babies, Babywise, Preparation for Parenting | 0

Mothers will commonly ask if there is a difference between the late-evening feed and the dream feed since they both fall around the same time at night. Yes, there is a difference! The late-evening feeding provides the necessary nutrition … Read More

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20 Oct 2017

Help Your Baby Adjust to the Time Change

by ContactMom.Life | posted in: Babies, Babywise, Routine, Sleep Training | 0

Just when we think we’ve got a good routine going with our little ones, the calendar shows the end of Daylight Saving Time is quickly approaching. This year we’ll “fall back” an hour on Sunday, November 5th. You may … Read More

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