Emily Heeley

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Exhausted by 5am? Why Your Baby Is Waking Early and How to Change It

If your day keeps starting before sunrise and you’re already exhausted by breakfast, you are not alone. Early morning waking in babies is one of the most common sleep struggles parents face, leaving many feeling drained, overwhelmed, and unsure what to try next. Please know this: you are not doing anything wrong. Early wakes are […]

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Nap Transitions Explained: When to Drop Naps (and How to Get Through Them Gently)

If naps have suddenly turned into a daily guessing game, you’re not imagining it. One day your baby naps beautifully, the next they refuse everything. Bedtime feels harder, evenings feel longer, and you find yourself Googling nap transitions, when to drop naps or why my baby won’t nap at 3am. I’ve been there too. As

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What a Good Bedtime Routine Looks Like and Why It’s So Important

If there’s one thing I wish every parent knew earlier, it’s how powerful a good bedtime routine can be – it’s the VERY first thing I look at when I receive sleep logs from a new family. When you’re raising little ones, sleep can feel like the hardest puzzle to solve, especially when you’re already

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Why Work With a Sleep Consultant? The Gentle Way to Transform Your Family’s Sleep

Struggling with your baby or toddler’s sleep? You’re not alone and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself. Working with a baby sleep consultant can bring clarity, calm, and confidence to your home, helping your entire family get the rest you all deserve. Hi, I’m Emily (@minidreamerssleep) – a sleep consultant who supports families

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Baby and Toddler Sleep on Bonfire Night: How to Keep Calm Through the Crackles

Bonfire Night, also known as Firework Night or Guy Fawkes Night, is a time filled with vibrant fireworks, crackling bonfires, and cheerful gatherings. While it’s a magical time for many families, it can be quite the challenge for parents of babies and infants. Loud noises, bright lights, and disrupted routines can spell trouble for even

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