Whitney Holmquist Whitney Holmquist

When Do Sleep Regressions Happen?Why the Milestone Isn't the Problem

Just when your baby starts sleeping in predictable stretches, a sudden sleep regression hits. While the initial milestone or developmental leap is real, the biological shift usually only lasts a couple of weeks. Discover when sleep regressions typically happen and why the survival habits introduced during the panic are what actually make them stick around long after the leap has passed.

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Whitney Holmquist Whitney Holmquist

Newborn Will Not Sleep Unless Held

If your newborn won’t sleep unless held, you’re not alone. This early phase is normal and rooted in comfort and connection. With gentle structure, a steady daytime routine, and a calm bedtime rhythm, your baby will gradually learn to sleep longer and more peacefully — both in your arms and in their own space.

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Whitney Holmquist Whitney Holmquist

Newborn Sleep Tips: Trust Your Mama Gut

Every mom gets flooded with advice, but the best guide you’ll ever have is your own mama gut. These gentle newborn sleep tips will help you create a calm, predictable rhythm — one that builds on your natural instincts and helps your baby sleep peacefully while you rest easy too.

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Whitney Holmquist Whitney Holmquist

What Is Sleep Training?

Many parents think sleep training is about crying, but my approach begins with the daytime rhythm and gentle nighttime shifts that create the foundation for peaceful nights.

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Whitney Holmquist Whitney Holmquist

Why Your Infant Won’t Sleep in Bassinet

If your infant won’t sleep in the bassinet, you’re not alone. The good news is that with the right environment and consistency, your baby can learn to rest peacefully in the bassinet.

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Whitney Holmquist Whitney Holmquist

The Newborn Swaddle: Safer, Longer Sleep

After being in the womb, babies crave the same closeness — the snug, enclosed feeling that tells them they’re safe. A swaddle delivers that comfort, helping them settle and sleep more soundly.

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