How Caring For Yourself and Finding Your Fulfillment Makes You a Better Parent with Leslie Bruce [SS 011]
Sleep Shop Podcast: Giving Families the Gift of a Good Night's Sleep
Release Date: 02/13/2018
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What SleepShop Represents and Why Parents Hire Sleep Consultants [SS 012]
Sleep Shop Podcast: Giving Families the Gift of a Good Night's Sleep
In my final episode of the season, I dive into the background of what inspired me to start my business, SleepShop. I describe our sleep training and intake process and also share a few reasons why parents should consider hiring a sleep consultant.
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How Caring For Yourself and Finding Your Fulfillment Makes You a Better Parent with Leslie Bruce [SS 011]
Sleep Shop Podcast: Giving Families the Gift of a Good Night's Sleep
If you’ve had times where you’ve preferred being at work than at home with your child, you might be an Unpacified parent. We’re joined by Leslie Bruce, author of the Unpacified parenting blog, where she shares stories of how she gave herself grace and permission to not be the “perfect” mother and in return, became a better parent.
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Potty Training Tips That Get the Job Done with Megan Pierson [SS 010]
Sleep Shop Podcast: Giving Families the Gift of a Good Night's Sleep
If you think your child is ready to be potty trained, then you’ll want to learn some tips that’ll help make the process easier and fun, for your child and yourself. Our resident toddler expert, Megan Pierson, joins us to answer common questions around potty training.
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Shorten Bedtime, Sleep Routines for Newborns, and Other Q&A with Kara of Kara Loves Coco [SS 009]
Sleep Shop Podcast: Giving Families the Gift of a Good Night's Sleep
I’m answering questions submitted by readers and followers of fashion and lifestyle blog, Kara Loves Coco. Questions I answer include how to shorten bedtime, when it’s the appropriate age to let go of naptime, and how to establish naptime routines for newborns.
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When All Else Fails: Tips to Put Baby to Sleep (On-Air Consult) [SS 008]
Sleep Shop Podcast: Giving Families the Gift of a Good Night's Sleep
If you think you’ve tried everything to put your baby to sleep but to no avail, then this episode will certain provide some comfort for you. I speak with Kristen, mom to 6-month old baby Wyatt, who seems to have tried many different routines to put baby to sleep but none seem to have worked. I offer her some practical tips and suggestions on how to put baby to sleep.
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Nutrition and Wellness for Mommy and Baby with Holistic Nutritionist and Expert Kelly Leveque [SS 007]
Sleep Shop Podcast: Giving Families the Gift of a Good Night's Sleep
Holistic nutritionist and wellness expert Kelly Leveque joins us this episode to share her advice for mommies-to-be and new mommies on how they can bring health and wellness back into focus during and after pregnancy.
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Consistent Sleep Routine with an Inconsistent Daycare Schedule (On-Air Consultation) [SS 006]
Sleep Shop Podcast: Giving Families the Gift of a Good Night's Sleep
I’m giving you a sneak peak into one of my sleep consultations. In this episode, I guide my friend Nikki Holt as she figures out how to get her third-born into a consistent sleeping routine, even with an inconsistent daycare schedule.
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All About Breastfeeding and Lactation with Becky Leonard, Part II [SS 005]
Sleep Shop Podcast: Giving Families the Gift of a Good Night's Sleep
In Part II, we're picking back up with Certified Lactation Education Counselor and Certified Doula, Becky Leonard and discussing the law of supply and demand according to boobs.
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All About Breastfeeding and Lactation with Becky Leonard, Part I [SS 004]
Sleep Shop Podcast: Giving Families the Gift of a Good Night's Sleep
We're talking all about lactation and proper breastfeeding techniques with Certified Lactation Education Counselor and Certified Doula Becky Leonard.
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Decoding Toddler Sleep with Megan Pierson [SS 003]
Sleep Shop Podcast: Giving Families the Gift of a Good Night's Sleep
Our resident toddler expert, Megan Pierson, joins us on the show today to share tons of great tips for parents of toddlers. She gives hope to all parents experiencing the “terrible twos.”
info_outlineParenting can be overwhelming so you must learn to give yourself permission to take breaks and not feel guilty about it. #1 New York Times bestselling author and award-winning entertainment journalist, Leslie Anne Bruce, joins us today to share what she has learned over the years as a mother and author of the Unpacified parenting blog.
What We Cover in This Episode:
- You can have a bad day and still be a good parent
- Parenthood is about trial and error and that’s ok. Nobody comes with a manual on how to be a parent.
- Should there always be so much guilt if moms choose to go back to work?
- How can you find the balance between taking care of yourself and taking care of your child?
- What are “Wellness Breaks” and how can taking them make you a better parent?
- Why some women choose to breastfeed and others bottle feed and why either choice is fine
- What breastfeeding cane affect your mood
- What psychological and physical changes women go through after pregnancy and birth. Is postpartum depression a real thing?
Resources Mentioned
Instagram: @leslieannebruce
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