Alison Bevan
As a pediatric sleep consultant, Alison is dedicated to helping families get a good night's sleep. She divides her time between her private practice, Sleepytime Coach and The Center For Advanced Pediatrics, where she is the staff sleep specialist. She is a Gentle Sleep Coach, Happiest Baby Educator, and member of The International Association of Child Sleep Consultants. Alison lives in Norwalk with her husband Michael and 14 year old son Dylan (who wasn't always, but is now an excellent sleeper!) sleepytimecoach.com
Bye Bye Bedtime Battles
Are bedtime battles causing nightly stress in your house?
Are they stalling, negotiating, and fighting you every step of the way? When you stop and think about it, it’s not all that surprising.
On the one...
Sleep Terrors – What They Are, Why They Happen and What To Do
Your child is sleeping peacefully when you suddenly hear a blood-curdling scream. You race into their room and find them sitting up in their bed. Their eyes are wide open, they're sweating, and they...
If I Drop It, They Will Come! {Lovey and Pacifier Tossing}
You tuck your toddler into their crib, kiss them goodnight, and leave the room. Moments later, you hear a thud - the sound of a pacifier or teddy bear hitting the floor. You pause...
Crib vs. Big Kid Bed – 5 Reasons To Think Before You Switch
Are you considering moving your child from a crib to a big kid’s bed? Here are 5 reasons why you may be thinking about saying bye-bye to the crib – and some important things...
Child Not Sleeping? 10 Things Sleep Deprived Parent’s Friends and Family Should Know
Because I spend so much time with sleep deprived parents (and because I used to be one myself), I’m all too familiar with the guilt, defensiveness and sometimes even shame that can go along...
Naps by Age – How Many, How Often, How Long?
Are you struggling to find a nap schedule that works for your child? If so, it's not surprising. Children's sleep needs are constantly changing during the first few years of life - just when...
Loveys and Sleep
What's a lovey?
A lovey is an attachment object that your child can sleep with that provides comfort and reassurance throughout the night. Babies, toddlers, preschoolers (and even older kids) can benefit from sleeping with...
When To Wake A Sleeping Baby
We’ve all heard the adage “never wake a sleeping baby,” and when our little ones are snoozing, we’re almost always going to be reluctant to disturb them. The truth is, though, that in some...
How Screen Time Effects Sleep
For years experts have advised parents to limit screen time, but if your child uses electronic devices you know how difficult it can be to get them to disconnect at the end of the...
Morning Wake Up Routines
Most parents know that a solid bedtime routine helps children’s bodies and minds prepare for sleep. What you may not know, however, is that morning wake up routines can be just as important as your...