My baby woke up at dawn three mornings in a row last week. Literally, at dawn. And as a sleep coach (and tired mama!), it had me questioning the what and why behind it. After reviewing her schedule for a few days I was able to pinpoint some things that were contributing to her early wakeups, made some tweaks and we’re thankfully back to her regular 7am wake time.

As parents, one of the ultimate goals for your child is to ensure a good night's rest—for both your kiddo and yourselves. Those early morning wake-up calls can do a number on you, your child, and your whole household. Since you’re also likely a tired mama or dad and are possibly longing for just a little more shut-eye in the mornings, I’m here to share three practical tips that worked for my baby and could help your baby sleep in later.