The Shusher Blog

Newborn Sleep Tips for Exhausted Parents in 2026
Newborn Sleep Tips for Exhausted Parents in 2026
When you bring your newborn home, sleep becomes a precious memory. Your baby sleeps about 16 to 17 hours per day, but those hours rarely come in long stretches. Newborns... Read more...
When Do Babies Sleep Through the Night? A Guide by Age
When Do Babies Sleep Through the Night? A Guide by Age
Wondering when babies sleep through the night? Learn age-by-age milestones, definitions of sleeping through, and tips for helping your baby sleep longer. Read more...
Why Babies Calm to Shushing: The Nervous System, Co-Regulation, and Creating Safety Around Sleep
Why Babies Calm to Shushing: The Nervous System, Co-Regulation, and Creating Safety Around Sleep
When a baby cries, it activates something deep inside us. Your heart rate increases.Your thoughts race.Your body braces. And this isn’t just “worry” or you showing up too anxious. Parenthood... Read more...
Colic Relief for Newborns: Proven Methods That Work
Colic Relief for Newborns: Proven Methods That Work
When your newborn cries for hours and nothing seems to help, you are likely searching for colic relief for newborns that actually works. Colic is a common challenge for many... Read more...
Baby Registry Must-Haves for 2026: A Complete Checklist
Baby Registry Must-Haves for 2026: A Complete Checklist
Putting together a baby registry can feel overwhelming. There is so much to consider, from the obvious big purchases to the small items that make daily life easier. Many parents-to-be... Read more...
Why Your Baby Won’t Settle at the Breast (and How to Calm Them During Feeds)
Why Your Baby Won’t Settle at the Breast (and How to Calm Them During Feeds)
If your baby cries, pulls off, arches, or just won’t settle at the breast… you are not alone. This is one of the most common concerns I hear from new... Read more...
Seasonal Allergy Relief for Kids: Saline Solutions and More
Seasonal Allergy Relief for Kids: Saline Solutions and More
Seasonal allergies are triggered by pollen from trees, grasses, and weeds. This can cause a host of uncomfortable symptoms from kids, including sneezing, itchy eyes, a runny nose, and nasal... Read more...
What’s in My Diaper Bag? Sleep Edition 😴
What’s in My Diaper Bag? Sleep Edition 😴
Spoiler: It’s full of magic… and maybe some crushed puffs.  Let me set the scene. You’re halfway through a Target run, you’ve had approximately three hours of sleep, your baby... Read more...
Building a Bedtime Routine Your Toddler Actually Wants to Follow (Without Turning It Into a Battle)
Building a Bedtime Routine Your Toddler Actually Wants to Follow (Without Turning It Into a Battle)
The Bedtime Olympics It’s 8:15 p.m. You’ve survived dinner, bath time, and at least three spontaneous dance parties. You dim the lights, whisper “time for bed,” and suddenly your toddler... Read more...
Older Sibling + New Baby: How to Maintain Sleep for Everyone in the House
Older Sibling + New Baby: How to Maintain Sleep for Everyone in the House
When “Sleep Like a Baby” Stops Being a Compliment You’ve finally got your toddler sleeping through the night. Then—surprise!—you bring home a new baby, and suddenly nobody is sleeping. The... Read more...
Traveling with Baby: How to Keep Sleep on Track While on the Move
Traveling with Baby: How to Keep Sleep on Track While on the Move
The Myth of the “Easy Travel Baby” You’ve seen them. Those angelic, sleeping babies on planes who make travel look effortless. Meanwhile, your baby is discovering new ways to protest... Read more...
Benefits of Using a Baby Sound Machine
Benefits of Using a Baby Sound Machine
When it comes to getting your baby to sleep through the night, every parent is willing to try just about anything. One effective tool that many parents swear by is... Read more...