Behavior & Development Blog

Practical guidance for everyday challenges

Hi, I’m Tiffany — a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Certified Behavioral Sleep Practitioner, and mom of three. I know parenting strategies need to work in real life, not just in theory.

Here you’ll find practical ideas related to sleep, behavior, and daily routines. Topics range from toddler bedtime struggles to supporting older children with regulation, transitions, and independence, including many families navigating autism or ADHD.

The goal is to explain what may be happening and offer approaches grounded in behavioral science that are realistic to use at home.

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Tiffany Marrelli 7/10/25 Tiffany Marrelli 7/10/25

Screen Time Battles at Bedtime: What's Really Going On (And How to End the Fight)

Tired of nightly screen time battles? Learn why evenings are especially challenging for kids and discover 6 research-backed strategies that actually work. From connection-based transitions to building "bridge activities," these approaches address the real reasons kids struggle to turn off devices. No more power struggles - just peaceful bedtime routines that teach self-regulation skills.

Why Consistent Bedtime Routines Fail (And What Works)

"Have you tried being more consistent?" If you're a parent struggling with sleep challenges, you've heard this advice countless times. But what if I told you that consistency alone isn't the solution? As a behavior analyst, I see parents implement perfectly predictable bedtime routines that still fail to improve their child's sleep. The problem isn't your dedication to routine - it's that maintaining the same approach without addressing the real barriers is like building a house on sand. Discover why "just be consistent" advice falls short and learn the strategic approach that actually works for families dealing with bedtime battles, night wakings, and sleep resistance.