Elizabeth Pantley – Parents Ask

Expert Biography

Elizabeth Pantley

Current: Elizabeth Pantley is a parent educator, best-selling author and president of Better Beginnings, Inc., a family resource and education company. Elizabeth frequently speaks to parents at schools, hospitals and parent groups around the world. Her presentations are received with enthusiasm and are praised as realistic, warm and helpful. Elizabeth is the author of nine popular parenting books available in 18 languages, including The No-Cry Sleep Solution and Kid Cooperation and was a contributing author to The Successful Child by Dr. William and Martha Sears. Elizabeth and her husband, Robert, live in the state of Washington along with their four children, Angela, Vanessa, David, and Coleton. Elizabeth is an involved participant in her children's school and sports activities and has served in positions as varied as softball coach and school PTA president.

Website: www.pantley.com/elizabeth

Contributions by Elizabeth Pantley:

Videos:

Mommy over Daddy: When your toddler prefers one parent over the other.

"I only want mommy to dress me" is a common request from many a toddler. Whether it's a daily routine like getting dressed, taking a bath or being put to bed, a child's insistence that "only mommy do it!" can leave dad feeling rejected and mom feeling exhausted. But as our Parents Ask experts share with us in this video, parental preference is normal (really normal!) and with a little work can be changed so there's more mommy AND daddy instead of mommy NOT daddy.
Dealing with a colicky baby: What's all the fuss about?

Is it colic or is it just crying? Join our Parents Ask experts as they discuss the possible causes of colic and offer some helpful remedies and advice on how to comfort a fussy baby.
Sleeping through the night: How to help your baby get a good night's rest.

"Will my baby ever start sleeping through the night?" is a common lament from parents of newborns. Our experts, Elizabeth Pantley, Ann Corwin MD and Tanya Altmann MD weigh in on this topic, assuring parents that yes, sleep will come and offering them advice and solutions for finding their way to a good night's rest.
Three in a bed: Co-sleeping pros and cons

With the recent recall of over 2 million cribs, some doctors say, "It's official; The family bed is the safest option!" Do you agree? Join our Parents Ask experts Bob Sears, MD, Elizabeth Pantley and Betsy Brown Braun as they discuss the pros and cons of sleeping with baby in the bed.

Articles:

Sleep facts, Sleep myths: 10 things every parent needs to know.

True or false - One in 3 children wake up during the night. To find out the answer, read on as our Parents Ask expert Elizabeth Pantley sets the record straight on sleep.
'Tis the Season to be Sleepy: Top Tips for Keeping Your Kids On Track

Traveling during the holidays? Have no fear! Our expert shares tips on how to keep your kids sleeping (and you sane!)
'Tis the Season to be Sleepy: Tips for Keeping Your Kids On Track - Part Two!

Sleep expert Elizabeth Pantley shares more tips on how to make sure your family sleeps through the holidays.
Sleep: Get Your Family Back on Track!

Getting Back on Track. The holidays are over, the kids are back in school. Now it's truly back to the grind for a few months. Parents Ask Expert Elizabeth Pantley shares her best tips for babies, kids, and parents staying on track sleep wise. You won't want to miss this!
Parents are Asking: Is My Child's Bed-Wetting Normal?

Parents Ask expert addresses your concerns: Is my child's bed-wetting normal? How can I help him stay dry? Read on for her answers!
Sleep: Is it Ever Okay to Let Your Child Sleep in Your Bed?

Your child is finally sleeping through the night... Just not in their own bed. How can you break this habit and how do you decide when it's okay to let your little one climb in mommy and daddy's bed? Parents Ask parenting and sleep expert Elizabeth Pantley has the solution. Read on!
Parents are Asking: Is Breastfeeding Keeping My Baby Up at Night?

Up all night with the baby? Sleep and parenting expert Elizabeth Pantley puts your frustrations to rest and your baby... to sleep!
Confronting Children's Nightmares: A Guide For Parents

You may be able to sleep like a baby every night, but your baby, well, she's not as lucky. She's been waking up from nightmares lately and everyone in the house in now affected by this.. So how can you work through this and get your family back to sleeping soundly? Parents Ask Expert Elizabeth Pantley, author of The No-Cry Sleep Solution for Toddlers & Preschoolers weighs in... Read on!
Sleep: Do Kids Really Need to Nap?

If you have a toddler or child that consistently resists the dreaded NAP TIME, then you must read this. Parents Ask expert Elizabeth Pantley, author of The No-Cry Nap Solution shares her tips on ways to put this sleep battle... to bed!