Toddler Sleep

Sleep is critical to your toddler’s health—and your sanity. Help them get the rest they need with Motherly’s expert-backed tools and resources.

Toddler Sleep

My toddler has a late bedtime—here’s why our family loves it

Since Lucy prefers to sleep late, we all get to sleep in on the weekend.

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Red before bed: The sleep hack you need to know, according to a mom neuroscientist

Bedtime just got a whole lot dreamier with the Sunset Baby Soother.

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The 8 best OK to wake clocks that will keep your toddler from waking you with the birds

Tired of 5am wake up calls? These genius clocks can help.

Toddler Sleep

Dr. Harvey Karp’s secrets to sleep training a toddler

6 expert-approved methods to help your child—and you—get a good night’s sleep.

Toddler Sleep

What to do when your toddler needs a nap but won’t take one

Here are some typical reasons your toddler won't nap—and suggestions to solve each problem.

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8 Montessori floor bed options we love—and an expert’s advice on how to use them

A Montessori expert explains what a floor bed is and why you might choose it to transition your toddler out of their crib.

Toddler Sleep

15 ways to help your toddler become a good sleeper

Is your toddler a light sleeper? Or worse yet, a no-sleeper? Help is on the way.

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The 9 best sleep sacks for toddlers who always kick their blankets off

Sleep sacks really are the best replacement for loose blankets.

Toddler Sleep

8 expert tips for managing the toddler sleep regression

Sleep regressions aren't just for babies.

Child Sleep

15 mamas share their child’s nap schedule

We asked #TeamMotherly to share their child's nap schedules and we received more than 1,000 responses.

Toddler Sleep

5 ways to create a bedtime routine for your toddler- so everyone can get more sleep 😴

3. Keep connection at the center of the process

Toddler Sleep

Motherhood is: Waiting for my child to fall asleep

During the waiting, time changes shape. I can wait for half an hour and think it's been five minutes, and it happens the other way around too. I always feel like I should be using my time more productively, but I'm afraid to make a sound and I can't focus on anything anyways.