Sleep & Play Guide (0–24 Months)

• A gentle, evidence-based approach combining pediatric sleep support + developmental play from birth through 24 months

• Step-by-step guidance for 8 sleep training methods ranging from fully hands-on approaches to more independent methods

• Sleep foundations, wake windows, sleep regressions, nap transitions, and age-appropriate schedules

• Practical solutions for common sleep challenges including bedtime resistance, short naps, frequent night wakings, and early morning waking

• Sample daily routines and feeding/sleep schedule examples by age

• Safe sleep recommendations, room-sharing guidance, nursery setup tips, and toddler room safety essentials

• Developmental play activities and milestone-focused gross motor exercises designed by a pediatric physical therapist

• Guided support for tummy time, rolling, sitting, crawling, cruising, standing, walking, climbing, obstacle navigation, jumping prep, ball skills, and more

• Exercise prescription charts for every developmental stage from 0–24 months

• Developmental red flags and early screening guidance for parents

• Sensory play ideas, movement foundations, and functional play recommendations to support overall development

• Practical strategies for handling emotions during sleep training while building healthy independent sleep habits

• Crib-to-bed transition guidance, container-use recommendations, and home safety considerations throughout development

• Beautiful educational visuals and easy-to-follow layouts designed for real-life parent implementation

Created by Dr. Laura Daniels, Pediatric Physical Therapist + Pediatric Sleep Consultant