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
Two-Year Sleep Regression: When Your Toddler Refuses To Nap
Is your two-year-old suddenly refusing their nap?
Instead of taking a peaceful snooze, do they spend nap time playing and singing, or screaming at...
Top Tips For Healthy Summer Sleep
Summertime! The weather’s warm, the days are long and everyone looks forward to a season of fun in the sun.
Unfortunately, seasonal changes can impact...
When Your Child Gets Sick During Sleep Training
You’ve spent months, maybe even years as a sleep deprived mommy, getting up multiple times a night with your little one before finally deciding...
When “Drowsy But Awake” Isn’t Working
If you’ve read anything at all about children’s sleep, you’ve probably come across the phrase “drowsy but awake.” Experts agree that developing healthy sleep...
How To Extend Your Baby’s Short Naps
Does your baby take short naps every time you put them down?
Are you wondering if they'll ever sleep for more than 20 or 30...
Should You Sleep Train During The Holidays?
If a good night's sleep is on the top of your wish list this season you may be thinking about sleep training during the...
Transitioning From a Crib to a Bed – Tips for a Smooth Transition
Transitioning from a crib to a bed is a major milestone in your child’s life – and in yours, too! If you’re thinking about...
Getting Sleep Back on Track After Summer Travel
Did your child’s sleep fall apart when you were traveling this summer? If so, you may be wondering why you ever even considered leaving...
Bedtime Snacks That Promote Sleep
Did you know that certain bedtime snacks can promote better sleep? It's true - foods that contain tryptophan, an amino acid that has a sedative-like...
Helping Your Child Adjust to The End of Daylight Saving Time
Nov 1st is the end of Daylight Saving Time – that means it’s time to “fall back” and set the clocks back an hour....