By Ryan Logan, UMass Chan Medical School and Mackenzie Gamble, Boston University A good night’s sleep often sets the stage for a positive day. But for the nearly quarter of American adults struggling with mental illness, a good night’s rest is often elusive. For patients with psychiatric conditions from addiction to mood disorders such as…
Cry-It-Out vs. Ferber As a parent, you may have heard of the Cry-It-Out (CIO) and Ferber methods for sleep training. While both are popular, neither reflects the gentle, responsive approach I advocate through the Sleep Lady Shuffle. Let’s break these down so you can decide what works best for your family—and understand why gentler methods…
Baby not responding to sleep training When sleep training doesn’t seem to be working, it’s often not your baby—it’s the approach. Every baby is unique, and some methods might not align with your child’s temperament or developmental readiness. It’s essential to step back, assess what’s happening, and make thoughtful adjustments to your plan. It Might…
Can You Sleep Train Newborns? No, sleep training is not appropriate for newborns. As a sleep expert, I advise parents to hold off on formal sleep training, like my Sleep Lady Shuffle, until their baby is at least 6 months old. Newborns in their first three months—commonly called the “fourth trimester”—are still adapting to the…
Can you sleep train a 1-year-old You can sleep train a 1-year-old! While older toddlers may resist more due to independence or ingrained habits, they adapt quickly with a consistent approach. Start with a gentle method like the Sleep Lady Shuffle, staying close to offer reassurance while teaching self-soothing. A calming bedtime routine and consistent…
In its Q4 2024 earnings webcast, Inspire Medical Systems Inc chairman and CEO Tim Herbert discussed how the Inspire V neurostimulator for obstructive sleep apnea, which received FDA approval in 2024, is gearing up for a full launch this year. “The primary factor driving the timing of our full launch remains building sufficient inventory to…
When do babies learn to fall asleep on their own? One of the most common questions parents ask is, “When will my baby learn to fall asleep on their own?” While every baby develops at their own pace, most start building this skill between 4 and 6 months of age. During this time, their circadian…