Craig Canapari, MD

Craig Canapari, MD I'm a pediatric sleep doctor, author, and the director of the Yale Pediatric Sleep Center I will be seeing patients at three venues to start.
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Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital, 1 Park St, New Haven, CT 06519
2. Yale Specialty Center at Norwalk, 747 Belden Ave., Norwalk, CT 06850
3. Yale Specialty Center at Long Wharf, 1 Long Wharf Dr., New Haven, CT 06519

You can find links for directions and parking for these clinics here:
http://drcraigcanapari.com/scheduling-an-appointment/

I also see patients "virtually" via 2nd.MD: https://2nd.md/profile/craigcanapari

06/11/2026

Watching for sleep cues is fine initially, but a schedule offers sanity and consistency. It combats decision fatigue and helps everyone in the family thrive. Routines aren't a hardship; they're a gift.

06/09/2026

Wondering if 'cry it out' is the only way to cut down nighttime feeds? No! You can gently shift calories to daytime with methods like reducing nursing time gradually. Ensure baby eats enough during the day, then slowly decrease overnight feeds, offering comfort instead.

06/07/2026

Waking every two hours and up at 5:30 AM? If your 6-month-old is struggling with sleep, here's the expert order: first, transition them to their own crib and room. Next, address night feeds to ensure they're getting enough calories during the day. Finally, focus on sleep training for those night wakings. Prioritize their own space and feeding habits before sleep training.

06/05/2026

Many parents face sleepless nights. If your almost 5-month-old can only sleep in specific positions like side-lying or upright, it's natural to wonder if it's developmental or physiological. While many babies can learn to sleep independently with the right environment and schedule, some might have underlying issues. Always discuss significant sleep concerns with your pediatrician to ensure a safe and healthy sleep journey.

06/03/2026

A parent asks if their child's nightly awakenings and need for reassurance are caused by their bedtime routine. The expert explains that yes, it could be, and offers strategies like a gradual exit plan and consistent boundaries to help the child learn to fall asleep independently. It's important to note when a child isn't truly scared.

06/01/2026

Is your 8-month-old refusing solids and pacifiers, leading to sleep struggles? Before resorting to cry-it-out, there might be an underlying feeding issue. It's crucial to consult your pediatrician about potential feeding therapy, reflux, or other concerns. Addressing these can pave the way for better sleep.

05/31/2026

Navigating baby sleep? If you're using the SNOO and wondering about weaning, or if feeding is becoming a sleep crutch, this advice is for you. Understand sleep onset associations and how to make one change at a time for better sleep. sleep

05/21/2026

Getting a three-year-old to nap and sleep through the night with a cold can be incredibly tough. When congestion strikes, it impacts their sleep significantly. While nasal spray helps, Benadryl isn't always the answer for sniffles. If snoring is a routine issue, it's worth discussing with a pediatrician to rule out conditions like obstructive sleep apnea.

05/14/2026

Prolonged middle of the night awakenings are troublesome. Learning to fall asleep independently can help with these episodes, but often the child is either napping too long during the day. From Ep 18

05/11/2026

Your little one was sleeping soundly, and now 4 AM tantrums are the new normal. Is it time to drop the nap or shift the whole schedule? Let's explore your options for regaining those precious overnight hours. From The Sleep Edit Podcast, episode 18

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