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A young child with curly hair is sleeping peacefully on their side, aided by melatonin safe for kids. The child rests their head on a pillow, eyes closed, and wears a white t-shirt. The background is softly lit, creating a calm and serene atmosphere.

Is Melatonin Safe for Kids? Here’s What You Should Know

Learn why you might supplement with melatonin, whether it's safe and helpful for children, and tips for improving your child's sleep.

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Understanding Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Children: Why It Matters More Than You Think – Podcast Ep 180

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Sleep Tips for LiveWires: Highly Sensitive & Intense Kids – Podcast Ep 169

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A woman sits in a white chair holding a young child on her lap. They are both gazing at a small, lit lamp on a side table. The room is softly lit, and there are children's books on a shelf in the background—essential baby sleep must-haves creating a calm bedtime atmosphere.

Baby Sleep Must-Haves: 6-12 Month Olds

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A newborn baby is peacefully sleeping, swaddled in one of the best swaddles—a white blanket with gray stripes. The baby is wearing a light blue knitted hat. The background is softly lit, creating a calm and serene atmosphere.

5 Best Swaddles to Help Comfort Your Newborn and Baby

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A sleeping baby is swaddled in a white blanket with a floral pattern, much like the serene scenes depicted in baby sleep books. The infant, with a light complexion and light-colored outfit, rests peacefully within the blanket adorned with green leaves and pink flowers.

The Best Baby Sleep Books

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A baby sleeps in a white crib in a nursery with white walls and the best crib mattress. Three framed blue and white prints are hung above the crib, adding a touch of charm. To the right, a basket holds toys and books on neat shelves, completing the room's calm ambiance.

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Collage of the best baby sleep products, featuring monitors, pacifiers, a book titled Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child, sleep sprays, lighting devices, and a smartphone app for tracking. The backdrop is a soothing gradient of pink and beige.

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A woman and a young girl, both with blonde hair in a bun and wearing bright pink tops, are sitting against a white brick wall. The woman is holding the laughing girl on her lap, both smiling as if sharing secrets about their favorite essential oils for naptime.

10 Essential Oils for Naptime and Bedtime

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A young child with brown hair sleeps peacefully on a pillow, wearing white pajamas with small patterns. The child's mouth is slightly open, and he is lying on his side. Ep 180
Health for Kids

Understanding Sleep-Disordered Breathing in Children: Why It Matters More Than You Think

A baby in a pastel pink onesie stands crying in a white crib, gripping the top rail with both hands. The room has soft lighting and a neutral wall in the background. The babys expression shows distress. Ep 169
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Sleep Tips for LiveWires: Highly Sensitive & Intense Kids

A baby lies on its side on a light blue surface, wearing a white onesie and socks, holding a pacifier in their mouth. The baby appears to be sleeping peacefully, which can help reduce the risk of SIDS. Ep 98
Newborns (0 - 2 months)

SIDS: What You Need to Know to Reduce the Risk

A woman in a casual outfit of a peach top and blue jeans is sitting on the floor, leaning against a white couch. Behind her, there is a tan leather sofa, a wooden side table with books, and a vase with branches and green leaves. The space is minimally decorated, creating an atmosphere close to respectful baby sleep conditions. Ep 90
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Evidence-Based, Intuitive, and Respectful Baby Sleep Tips from Rachael Shepard-Ohta

A newborn baby is sleeping peacefully, wrapped in a soft blanket with a polka dot pattern. The baby has their eyes closed and a hand near their face. An adult is holding the baby, with part of their shoulder visible in the frame—a serene moment that dispels common baby sleep myths. Ep 79
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Debunking Baby Sleep Myths

A woman places a sleeping baby dressed in white on their back in a wooden crib. The room has a large plant in the corner and light coming through a window, creating a bright and airy atmosphere, ensuring the baby is safe and serene. Ep 67
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How to Keep Your Sleeping Baby Safe

A young child with brown hair is sleeping on a beige couch, holding a white teddy bear. The child is wearing a red long-sleeve shirt and is partially covered by a blue blanket. The scene appears peaceful and cozy, perfect for prepping your baby for Spring Forward. Ep 53
Babies (3 - 11 months)

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A newborn baby, wrapped in a dark green blanket, is cradled in someone's arms. The baby is sleeping peacefully. The background is blurred, making the baby the focal point of the image—a serene moment before parents transition babies out of swaddles. Ep 47
Babies (3 - 11 months)

When and How to Transition Babies Out of Swaddles

A baby, who needs to know about baby's sleep patterns, is lying on its back on a patterned sheet with anchors. The baby is wearing a white long-sleeve shirt, gray checkered pants, and has a pacifier in its mouth. The baby's left arm is raised while the right arm rests beside its body. Ep 27
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5 Things Every Parent Needs to Know About Baby’s Sleep

A woman with glasses and long hair, dressed in a purple top and jeans, is sitting on a rug and holding a smiling baby standing in front of her. The baby, wearing a patterned outfit and headband, looks adorable. Behind them is a white crib, gray cushion, and a Boppy pillow mentioned on her favorite safe sleep podcast. Ep 16
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A woman in a casual outfit of a peach top and blue jeans is sitting on the floor, leaning against a white couch. Behind her, there is a tan leather sofa, a wooden side table with books, and a vase with branches and green leaves. The space is minimally decorated, creating an atmosphere close to respectful baby sleep conditions.

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A woman in a purple t-shirt and black shorts sits on the edge of a bed, looking at a baby sleeping soundly in a white bassinet. The room, furnished with light-colored bedding and neutral decor, subtly emphasizes overlooked safe sleep practices. Two framed pictures hang above the bedside tables with lamps.

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A baby lies in a white cushioned DockATot baby lounger placed on a geometric-patterned dark gray floor. The baby is dressed in a blue shirt with the number "02" and plaid shorts, looking up with legs extended.

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A newborn baby is sleeping peacefully, wrapped in a blanket with a white background covered in multicolored shapes. The baby is positioned against a purple fabric backdrop, creating a serene scene that might make one wonder when to stop swaddling for the best comfort and safety.

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A baby wearing a rust-colored onesie sleeps in a white crib, following the baby's schedule. Above the little one, a mobile with hanging decorations is attached to the crib. Sunlight filters through a nearby window, creating a serene atmosphere.

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A woman lies on a bed holding a child who is resting their head on her chest. The woman has her eyes closed and is gently cradling the child's head with one hand. They are both covered with a light-colored blanket, and it looks like the baby sleeps through the night.

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A woman in a beige robe is leaning on the side of a white crib, looking tired with eyes closed. Inside the crib, a baby dressed in a light blue outfit is lying on a striped mattress with a cream-colored blanket partially covering them. It's clear the baby wakes every hour from her weary expression.

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A baby wearing a white onesie is lying on its side on a plush white blanket. The baby has dark hair and is resting with its arms and legs slightly tucked in. The blanket appears soft and textured; however, always ensure safe sleep practices to reduce the risk of SIDS.

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A baby lies on its back in a dimly lit room, wearing a white outfit. Two adult hands reach towards the baby from the left and right side of the frame, gently holding the baby's hands as it begins to self-soothe. The background is softly blurred with light coming through a window.

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An overhead view of a white crib with a baby sitting inside. The baby is wearing a pink outfit and appears out of focus. A Cubo Ai Plus smart baby monitor is attached to the edge of the crib. A colorful painting hangs on the wall in the background.
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A young child with short light brown hair is sleeping peacefully on a bed, lying on their side with their eyes closed. They are wearing a blue long-sleeved shirt and covered with a beige blanket. As parents wonder when babies drop to one nap, this little one seems content in dreamland. The background is out of focus.

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A woman with blonde hair holds a smiling toddler on her lap, both bathed in soft lighting. The woman wears a striped sweater and holds a small lamp, possibly a Hatch Rest. The toddler, dressed in floral-patterned clothing with a hair bow, looks at the camera. They are in a bright room with white walls.
The image shows the logo of Hatch. It comprises a stylized blue "H" followed by the word "Hatch Rest" in blue, sans-serif font. The "H" character appears as two curved lines and a vertical line, resembling a hatched egg.

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A baby wearing a striped onesie is sleeping on a white mattress in a crib. The baby is lying on their back with one arm stretched above their head and one leg bent. As they transition from three to two naps, parents often find moments like these even more precious. The crib has white slats.

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Three Kyte Baby sleeping bags are laid out on a light-colored surface. The first sleeping bag is green, the second is white with a giraffe pattern, and the third is gray.
A solid purple-colored square is displayed, reminiscent of the soothing hues found in Kyte Baby products. The shade of purple is uniform across the entire image, with no patterns, textures, or distinguishing features present within the square.

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A baby dressed in a light-colored onesie with a hedgehog pattern is lying on a soft, quilted surface. The baby, displaying adorable newborn sleep patterns, is on its back with arms bent and legs slightly spread, facing towards the left side of the image. Sunlight is gently illuminating the scene.

Newborn Sleep Patterns: What You Should Know

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A woman wearing a blue denim dress sits next to a crib, resting her head on her hand. Inside the crib, a baby lies on his back, fighting sleep as he gazes up at the woman. A stuffed toy shaped like a bee is placed next to him.

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A newborn baby is sleeping peacefully, wrapped in a soft blanket with a polka dot pattern. The baby has their eyes closed and a hand near their face. An adult is holding the baby, with part of their shoulder visible in the frame—a serene moment that dispels common baby sleep myths.

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A woman sits on the floor with her head in her hands, appearing overwhelmed. Behind her, a baby stands in a crib, clutching the bars and looking forward with a pacifier in its mouth. The room is brightly lit as she ponders what is sleep training to help both of them find rest.

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A young child with brown hair is sleeping on a bed with light blue sheets and a knit blanket. The child is hugging a brown teddy bear, one of their treasured loveys, lying on their side. The scene appears calm and quiet.

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A newborn baby is lying on a white bed, swaddled in a blanket with a zigzag pattern. An adult's hands are seen wrapping the blanket around the baby, who is sleeping peacefully. The scene is lit by natural light coming from the left side.

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A babywise baby wearing a white onesie with black patterns sleeps in a white bassinet next to a bed with white sheets. There is a bedside table with a lamp and a small device on it, and a potted plant is visible in the background.

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A young child is peeking over the edge of a white surface, with only their eyes and fingers visible. The background is slightly blurred with a soft, low light, revealing a wall with faint pastel decorations—perhaps seeking comfort in the aftermath of night terrors.

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A young child with short brown hair is sleeping soundly on a white pillow with printed patterns. The child, embodying ideal toddler sleep tips, wears a white pajama shirt with dark designs and has their mouth slightly open. The background is blurry, emphasizing the child's peaceful expression.

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Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
A toddler with short brown hair is sitting in a wooden crib, looking up at the camera. The crib has light blue bedding, and the baby is dressed in a light blue and white outfit. Despite signs of 9-month sleep regression, the crib remains cozy and calm on its wooden floor.

What Is the 9-Month Sleep Regression and What to Do About It

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A baby wearing a white long-sleeved onesie and patterned pants lies on a soft white blanket in a crib. The baby, who seems to be waking up early, looks up with wide eyes, and the crib bars are visible in the foreground of the image.

Why Your Baby is Waking Up Early and How You Can Help

Babies (3 - 11 months)
A woman places a sleeping baby dressed in white on their back in a wooden crib. The room has a large plant in the corner and light coming through a window, creating a bright and airy atmosphere, ensuring the baby is safe and serene.
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A baby sleeps peacefully in a crib, covered by a cream-colored knitted blanket. The baby is wearing a striped shirt and has one arm stretched out. Light filters in through the windows, casting a gentle glow on the room where some furniture is partially visible.

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A woman in a purple t-shirt and black shorts kneels beside a white bassinet, looking at a sleeping newborn dressed in a white outfit with black polka dots. The bassinet is positioned next to a bed with striped pillows and a white bedside lamp.

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