It’s true. It’s the worst one thus far. This toddler of mine is stubborn, full of relentless will, and out of nowhere started screaming tearfully through her nap time. 

A week has passed by and we’ve developed a system that works 50% of the time. We’ll take it. 

But then…

Without warning…

She wakes up, bawling with unprecedented might, four times during the night. 

They say sleep regressions can last anywhere from 2-6 weeks. 

“They” say it so casually in their baby sleep websites and articles. 

“They” say, “this too shall pass”.

I say, “I’d like to show you where to stick your #!@; six weeks prediction”. 

Mothers, fathers, nannies, daycare providers… I raise my coffee cup to you. I’m only a week in. I’m not sure we’ll survive another day of this sleep hell… But together, we will certainly try. 

If I don’t come out of this alive, or if I emerge without my sanity… 

Just know… 

It’s been real. 

Sincerely,

A hopeful sleep regression survivor