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 7/22/25 Tiffany Marrelli 7/22/25

Back-to-School Sleep Transitions: Start Now (Your August Self Will Thank You)

School starts in just a few weeks, but sleep schedule changes don't happen overnight. This evidence-based 4-week plan helps you gradually shift bedtimes and wake times so your child is ready for school—without the last-minute battles. Learn why starting early makes all the difference and get a week-by-week timeline that actually works for real families.

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.