05/24/2026
"I'm giving them solids, so why are they still waking up?!" 🥱
If you’ve found yourself asking this at 3:00 a.m., you are definitely not alone.
Many parents are told that introducing solid foods is the magic ticket to a full night's rest. But here’s what’s actually happening behind the scenes: early solids don't pack the same caloric punch as breast milk or formula. If your little one fills up on veggies and scales back on milk, they might actually end up with a calorie deficit by bedtime.
Remember: Solids are for exploration. They are not a quick-fix sleep solution.
If you are utterly exhausted and doing everything "right" but still staring at the ceiling at 2:00 a.m., I promise you there is an actual reason—and an actual fix. You don't have to figure this out alone.
Check out my latest blog post where I unpack the deep connection between feeding and sleep, and how to get your nights back on track. 👇
🔗 Read the blog post here
https://www.helpingbabiessleep.com/blog/feeding-and-sleep-connection