The Shusher Blog

Baby Sleep Regressions: What’s Normal and How to Survive Them
Baby Sleep Regressions: What’s Normal and How to Survive Them
Just when you think you’ve cracked the code on baby sleep… BAM. Your once peacefully snoozing baby is suddenly wide awake, cranky, and refusing naps. Welcome to the world of... Read more...
Co-Sleeping vs. Room Sharing – What's Right (and Safe) for Your Baby?
Co-Sleeping vs. Room Sharing – What's Right (and Safe) for Your Baby?
Sleep arrangements are one of the first—and most personal—decisions new parents face. While some families swear by co-sleeping, others prioritize room sharing. But what’s the difference? And more importantly, what’s... Read more...
The Power of a Baby Bedtime Routine – How to Make It Stick
The Power of a Baby Bedtime Routine – How to Make It Stick
Ask any seasoned parent the secret to smoother nights, and odds are they’ll say one thing: routine. A consistent bedtime ritual helps your baby understand when it’s time to wind... Read more...
Parenting by App? The Rise of Baby Tech Among Millennials
Parenting by App? The Rise of Baby Tech Among Millennials
 From smart socks that monitor oxygen levels to apps that log every nap and feeding, baby tech has taken center stage for today’s parents. Especially among millennials, parenting has gone... Read more...
Safe Sleep for Babies – What Every New Parent Needs to Know
Safe Sleep for Babies – What Every New Parent Needs to Know
Bringing home a newborn is filled with excitement—and a fair share of questions. One of the most common? “How do I make sure my baby is sleeping safely?”  With so... Read more...
Sleep Training 101: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What’s Just a Myth
Sleep Training 101: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What’s Just a Myth
If you’ve found yourself googling “how to get my baby to sleep without crying,” you’re far from alone. Sleep training can feel like a mysterious, loaded topic filled with strong... Read more...
How to Dress Your Baby for Sleep—Summer to Winter
How to Dress Your Baby for Sleep—Summer to Winter
Dressing your baby for sleep sounds simple—until you’re staring at a pile of onesies wondering if it’s too warm, too cold, or just right. Unlike adults, babies can’t regulate their... Read more...
Why Is Sensory Play Important for Infant Development?
Why Is Sensory Play Important for Infant Development?
From the moment they are born, babies are eager explorers, ready to absorb the world around them. Sensory play, which engages the five senses—sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell—plays a... Read more...
How to Create a Calm and Peaceful Nursery Space
How to Create a Calm and Peaceful Nursery Space
  Designing a nursery for your baby might seem like a Pinterest-worthy adventure, but let’s be honest — it can also feel like picking out decor for a tiny roommate... Read more...
Butter Before Bed for Babies? What Sleep Experts Want You to Know
Butter Before Bed for Babies? What Sleep Experts Want You to Know
A new TikTok trend claims butter helps babies sleep. We asked experts whether it’s safe—or just another myth. Read more...
The Science of Baby Sleep Cycles and How to Work With Them
The Science of Baby Sleep Cycles and How to Work With Them
  Ah, baby sleep. Or as I like to call it, the mythical unicorn of parenthood. We all dream of a night filled with uninterrupted zzz’s, but instead, we’re met... Read more...
Natural Remedies for Cold & Flu in Babies: How Saline Spray Can Help
Natural Remedies for Cold & Flu in Babies: How Saline Spray Can Help
Cold and flu season can be particularly stressful for parents of young children, especially babies who cannot verbalize their discomfort or manage symptoms on their own. While it’s always important... Read more...