181. Should you wait to sleep train because of teething?
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Teething and sleep is one of those parenting topics that sparks a lot of debate. In this episode, Allison is addressing a question she hears constantly: Should you wait to sleep train if you know or suspect that your baby is teething? Spoiler alert: No, you don’t need to wait! In fact, helping your baby learn to sleep well might actually help them manage teething discomfort better at night. Listen in as Allison dives into the latest research published in The Journal of Pediatrics, which reveals that teething does not actually cause night wakings. She’ll share the findings from a brand-new...
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180. How To End Your Toddler's Extra Bedtime Potty Breaks
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If your child has figured out that potty breaks are a perfect excuse to delay bedtime, it can quickly turn into a frustrating routine. But don’t worry—Allison has some straightforward strategies to help you set boundaries and restore peace to bedtime. It can be difficult to determine whether or not your child actually does need to use the restroom when they are asking multiple times each evening. Listen in for Allison’s tips for sorting through the stall tactics and setting your child up for sleep success without the multiple trips to the potty at bedtime. Plus, she’s sharing language...
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179. Answers To The 5 Most Asked Toddler Sleep Questions
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If you have a toddler, you likely have some questions when it comes to their sleep. This age group can be tricky with their big emotions and all the sleep transitions they naturally go through. In this episode, Allison is answering the five questions she gets asked the most about toddlers. She’ll cover sleep regressions, the transition from crib to bed, toddler clocks, night lights, and how and when to introduce a pillow and blanket. Products Allison mentions: Other resources you may find helpful: Use code SLEEP to get free shipping on your...
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178. Melatonin and Children: Why I Don’t Recommend It
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Melatonin is often marketed as a natural and harmless sleep aid, but is it really safe for kids? In this episode of How Long ‘Til Bedtime? Allison is diving into why she doesn’t recommend melatonin for most children. We’ll explore the lack of long-term research, the potential impact on puberty, and why relying on melatonin might be masking deeper sleep issues. You’ll learn: ✅ Whether or melatonin is well studied in children ✅ What emerging research says about its potential effects on puberty ✅ Why fixing underlying sleep habits is a better long-term solution If you’ve ever...
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177. Daylight Saving & Your Child’s Sleep: Easy Steps to Transition
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Good news! The dreaded daylight saving spring time change is EASIER to navigate than the fall time change. Today, Allison is going to share how you can have your child adjusted to the new time in ONE DAY. And, she’s going to answer the common question about whether you can use this time change to switch to a later bedtime and later morning wake time. She’ll share why she doesn’t recommend the method of the gradual shift and walk you through a step-by-step plan for tweaking naps and bedtimes to make this transition as smooth as possible. Parents with newborns not on a schedule yet,...
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176. Tips For Choosing A Sleep Coach
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If you are considering hiring a sleep coach or consultant, listen in to hear Allison’s tips for choosing the ideal person to help your family. Allison mentioned Want to hear more from Allison? to receive Allison’s weekly email about the podcast and other fun topics. Enjoying How Long ‘Til Bedtime? Please consider rating and reviewing the show. This helps Allison support more parents. , scroll to the bottom, rate the podcast, and select “Write a Review.” And if you’re a Spotify listener, you can now leave reviews on Spotify by . Also, if you subscribe...
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175. The Benefits Of Working With A Sleep Coach Or Consultant
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Some parents are able to help their babies or young children learn to sleep well without any professional help. There is a plethora of books and information online that parents can use to educate themselves on sleep. Other babies, however, continue to struggle despite their parents best efforts. In these cases, a sleep coach or consultant can be a valuable resource. In this episode, Allison is sharing the key benefits parents receive from working with a sleep coach. Links for items Allison mentions in the episode: Want to hear more from Allison? to receive...
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174. 4 Things I Like To See In Every Toddler's Room
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Is your child between the ages of 2 and 5? Listen in to hear the FOUR items Allison believes need to be in every toddler’s bedroom – and the ONE item she strongly encourages you to leave out of their bedroom. She provides her reasoning behind all these recommendations, as well as complete details on her must have items. Allison mentions these previous episodes: Links for items Allison mentions in the episode: Want to hear more from Allison? to receive Allison’s weekly email about the podcast and other fun topics. Enjoying How Long ‘Til Bedtime? Please...
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173. 4 Things I Like To See In Every Infant's Room
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Do you have a baby under 2 or are you expecting? Listen in to hear the FOUR items Allison believes need to be in every infant’s bedroom. She provides complete details on the items, as well as why she believes these items are necessities. Links for items Allison mentions in the episode: Want to hear more from Allison? to receive Allison’s weekly email about the podcast and other fun topics. Enjoying How Long ‘Til Bedtime? Please consider rating and reviewing the show. This helps Allison support more parents. , scroll to the bottom, rate the...
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172. How I Ditched My “Working Mom Bedtime Guilt”
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Many working moms who juggle careers and daycare often experience some form of mom guilt. It can show up in many ways, but one that Allison frequently hears about is the guilt that comes with having limited time with children in the evening because of early bedtimes. Allison herself struggled with what she calls "working-mom-bedtime-guilt." After solving her older daughter’s sleep puzzle, she discovered that a 7pm bedtime worked best for her children. However, this early bedtime left little room for hanging out together after a long day of work and daycare. As a result, Allison grappled with...
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