Mothering Archives

May 6, 2025
Dr. Steve Johansson
Mothering

Snug as a Bug: Keeping Baby Warm While Sleeping

Are you wondering how to keep your baby warm at night without overheating them? Finding that perfect temperature balance can feel tricky for new parents. Babies can’t control their...

how to stop baby grinding teeth during day

May 6, 2025
Dr. Steve Johansson
Mothering

Smile Savers: End Baby’s Daytime Teeth Grinding

Are you worried about that strange grinding sound coming from your baby’s mouth during the day? Teeth grinding in babies, also called bruxism, is actually quite common and usually...

May 6, 2025
Dr. Steve Johansson
Mothering

Napflix and Chill: Toddler Edition (Just One Showing)

“Goodbye morning snooze, hello afternoon siesta!” The transition to a single nap marks a significant milestone in your toddler’s development. This natural progression typically occurs between 13 and 18...

May 6, 2025
Dr. Steve Johansson
Mothering

Newborn Smiling in Sleep—A Tiny Mystery Unwrapped

That tiny smile dancing across your newborn’s face during sleep isn’t just adorable—it’s one of nature’s most enchanting mysteries that charms parents in the stillness of 3 AM feedings....

May 6, 2025
Dr. Steve Johansson
Mothering

The Great Pillow Heist: Toddler Edition

Sweet dreams change when tiny heads need new support! Sleep transitions mark magical moments in a child’s development. As your little one grows from baby to toddler, their sleep...

May 6, 2025
Dr. Steve Johansson
Mothering

From Floor to Standing: Your Baby’s Big Milestone

Are you wondering when your little one will reach that exciting milestone of pulling up to stand? Most babies start pulling themselves up between the middle and end of...

May 6, 2025
Dr. Steve Johansson
Mothering

Crib Whispers & Midnight Wails: Unlocking Baby Sleep Cries

Ever watched your little one’s peaceful slumber suddenly interrupted by heart-wrenching sobs? Sleep crying affects up to 40% of infants, causing countless parents to wonder what’s happening in their...

why do babies sleep with their butts in the air

May 6, 2025
Dr. Steve Johansson
Mothering

Baby Booty Up? Here’s Why That Sleeping Pose Happens

Ever noticed how babies sleep in the most charming positions? From starfish poses to tiny curled-up balls, infants naturally find comfort in sleep postures that might look uncomfortable to...

May 6, 2025
Dr. Steve Johansson
Mothering

Tired Baby, Sleepless Nights: Understanding Sleep Battles

”Just one more hour of sleep, please!” Sound familiar? You’re not alone—many parents face the nightly struggle of a baby who fights sleep with impressive determination. Those tiny yawns...

May 6, 2025
Dr. Steve Johansson
Mothering

Tired of Nighttime Tears? Here’s Why Your Toddler Cries

Those late-night cries can leave any parent feeling drained and unsure of how to help. One moment, your toddler is peacefully asleep, and the next, they’re upset and crying....