Rachel Mitchell
Pediatric and Maternity Sleep ConsultantRachel Mitchell is a certified maternity and pediatric sleep specialist, parent educator, and mom of six. Her mission is to help parents and families thrive. She gives parents the skills to get their children the rest they need. Over the past ten years, she’s helped thousands of families get sweeter sleep with her unique approach, based on understanding your child’s temperament and unique sleep profile.
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Best Baby Sleep Tips Ever From Experienced Moms
We've created a collection of some of the best baby sleep tips ever from experienced moms to help you and your little one get some rest.
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Bedtime Routine Tips To Help Baby Fall Asleep With Others Besides Mom
Say goodnight with the perfect bedtime routine and learn to make memorable moments with your baby, from playful baths to enchanting stories.
Considering Hiring a Sleep Consultant? What to Know
Navigate the sleep challenges of parenthood and get the rest you need with the help of an experienced sleep consultant.
When You Can Expect Your Baby to Sleep Through the Night
New parents often wonder when their baby will sleep through the night. Learn the truth about baby sleep and set realistic expectations.
Reasons Why Your Baby Wakes Up Crying or Screaming Desperately
As a parent, you can feel quite desperate when your baby wakes up crying hysterically but sometimes this is caused by new milestones.
Naps in Baby’s First Year
Sleep is crucial to your baby’s happiness, so it’s vital to make sure you’re creating the right habits early with your baby's nap schedule.
Four-Week-Old Baby: Feeding and Sleep Expectations
4-week-old babies often have a different eating schedule than adults. Understand the feeding and sleep expectations for your baby.
Newly Updated Safe Sleep Guidelines from the AAP
Learn about the updated safe sleep guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics and what the Safe Sleep for Babies Act means for you.
The Most Overlooked Safe Sleep Practices that Shouldn’t Be Ignored
Safe sleep practices are top of mind for any parent. Find out what 5 overlooked ones you should follow to get better rest.
When to Stop Swaddling Your Baby
When should you stop swaddling your baby? Learn what signs to look for and how to transition them away from the swaddle here!
How to Teach Your Baby to Self-Soothe
Teaching your baby how to self-soothe takes time and patience. Here are some tips for how and when to do it right.
The Five S’s to Soothe Your Baby
Very young babies all go through periods of fussiness. Here, we discuss how using the Five S's to soothe your baby can help.
Sleep Training: What It Is and What to Expect
Sleep training gets a bad rap sometimes. But many parents swear by it. But what exactly is sleep training and what can a parent expect?
Swaddles and Sleep Sacks: Safety Tips and What to Keep in Mind
Swaddles and sleep sacks are all the rage with mamas these days. Some swear by them. But are they really safe? Here's what you need to know.
Nightmares vs. Night Terrors: What’s the Difference?
Nightmares vs. night terrors...how do you know the difference and how can you help? Here's what you need to know about each sleep disruption.
Awake Windows: The Secret to Understanding Baby Sleep
Are you having trouble figuring out your baby's sleep schedule? Try following his or her awake windows instead! Here's how to do it.
Surviving the Witching Hour with Your Newborn
Sometimes newborns get fussy at the same time every evening and nothing helps. Welcome to the Witching Hour. Here's how to survive it.
Common Sleep Disturbances in Pregnancy and How to Manage Them
Adequate sleep is important during pregnancy. Often, though, common sleep disturbances can keep pregnant mamas awake. Here's how to deal.
5 Reasons Your Baby is Taking Short Naps
Many babies struggle with taking short naps. Here are five reasons why it may be happening and how you can help.