Sleep and Sanity
The Sleep and Sanity Podcast is for the parent that craves structure and predictability but struggles to find either with their child's sleep or within parenthood at all. In each episode, I share encouragement, practical sleep tips, and advocate for good mental health to improve your family's sleep and save your sanity.
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Sleep Well While Traveling
11/01/2023
Sleep Well While Traveling
If you love to travel, it doesn’t need to stop once you have children for fear of poor sleep! If you have a great sleeper at home, it’s possible to have a good one while away! With these tips and expectations, your trip can be a wonderful experience (though, maybe not necessarily deemed a “vacation”) You don’t want to miss: How to prepare for travels with children What to take with you to ensure the best sleep possible How to handle sleep disturbances PLUS, what “rules” to stick to and the ones you can be flexible with while away! Links and resources: SlumberPod: Use code for $20 off! Podcast Episode 19: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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3 Tips to Help Your Child Sleep Well While Sick
10/25/2023
3 Tips to Help Your Child Sleep Well While Sick
Sickness can happen any time of year, of course, but we’re in the throes of the worst time of year for it. I know when you have a great sleeper (or even a mediocre sleeper), the worry of their sleep being wrecked is real. Or, if you’re not worried it’ll be wrecked, you may be wondering how to go about it when they either want more or less of it. So, today’s episode is going to give you all you need to know about how to handle your child’s sleep while they’re sick. You don’t want to miss: How to manage daytime sleep What to do when you need to keep a close eye on your child at night How to get back on track once your child is better PLUS, a few products that can help your child sleep better when congested! Links and resources: WebMD article: () Product links: , , , Follow me on Instagram: Want to work with me? or For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources It’s good to know that none of these are rules, just recommendations. When littles are sick, survival mode kicks in and sometimes you just gotta do what you gotta do so everyone makes it through! And that’s ok!! And, as always, this is not intended to diagnose, prescribe, or prevent any illness and in no way should it replace the guidance and recommendations given by your child’s doctor! Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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Daylight Saving Time: How to Handle "Falling Back"
10/18/2023
Daylight Saving Time: How to Handle "Falling Back"
I don’t know a parent that loves Daylight Saving Time, but it’s coming to an end again on November 5, 2023! For those of you who want to adjust your child’s schedule with the time change, today I’m sharing a few ways you can go about it! You don’t want to miss: How to get ahead of the game with Daylight Saving Time The gradual way to adjust your child’s schedule with the time change When it’d be appropriate to do a partial adjustment PLUS, find out who’s a great candidate for skipping the change altogether! Links and resources: Follow me on Instagram: Want to work with me? or For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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All About Nightmares and Night Terrors
10/11/2023
All About Nightmares and Night Terrors
When the inevitable bad dream or nightmare interrupts your child’s sleep (or if the less common night terror happens), it’s good to know how to handle it while also prioritizing great sleep. It is possible to comfort your child without bringing them to your bed (unless that’s what you want! That’s ok, too!) If you want some tried and true strategies to help your child feel heard and comforted without sacrificing independent sleep, this episode is for you! You don’t want to miss: The differences between a bad dream, nightmare, and night terror How to prevent their occurrence How to intervene Links and resources: Follow me on Instagram: Want to work with me? or For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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Afraid of the Dark? Practical tips to help your child overcome their bedtime fears.
10/04/2023
Afraid of the Dark? Practical tips to help your child overcome their bedtime fears.
The fear of the dark is a common one among children and it can definitely hinder their sleep. As parents/caregivers, it’s our privilege to help our children work through their fears with support and encouragement. You don’t want to miss: How to tell if your child is actually afraid of the dark or of something else (or just stalling) Ways to prevent the fear from developing (as best as you can prevent something like that) 7 practical ways to help your child truly overcome their fears and how to help them and get sleep in the meantime Links and resources: Nightlight links: or a The book Want to work with me? or Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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Sleep Regressions: 5 Ways to Help Your Child Through Them
09/27/2023
Sleep Regressions: 5 Ways to Help Your Child Through Them
Sleep regressions are inevitable - no matter how great of a sleeper you have, but you don’t have to just suffer through them! Today is a throwback episode where I share how to handle a sleep regression and when you’ll know if it’s more than just a regression. You don’t want to miss: The 5 top ways to get you through any sleep regression. How to build an age-appropriate schedule. How to potentially shorten a regression. PLUS, how to tell whether you’re facing a sleep regression or a sleep problem! Links and resources: Blog post: Blog post with a link to download the room checklist: Want to work with me? or For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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Life as a Sleep Consultant's Newborn
09/21/2023
Life as a Sleep Consultant's Newborn
Life with a newborn is exhausting whether you’re a sleep consultant or not, but there are a few things I’ve done knowing what I know to make this season a little less tiring. Some of these things might take you by surprise! You don’t want to miss: 3 things I’ve done to help everyone get more sleep How these newborn days are different from the previous ones from my first two kids My thoughts on bedsharing and nursing to sleep 🫣 PLUS, why I’m not stressing about not having a strict schedule or plan! Links and resources: Want to work with me? or Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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Birth Story: The birth of our third son!
09/15/2023
Birth Story: The birth of our third son!
Hear the story of how Fletcher, our third child and third son, was born! This is the third time I used the nurse-midwives at our somewhat local hospital for an unmedicated hospital birth! I also share a few things I’ve learned after 3 unmedicated hospital births as well as a few things I would change if I were to do it over. Links and resources: Want to work with me? or Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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Why and How to Blackout Your Child's Room
10/05/2022
Why and How to Blackout Your Child's Room
Having a completely dark space to sleep in is crucial to great sleep. Creating that completely blacked-out space isn’t hard, but there are a few ways to go about it! You don’t want to miss: The reason your children (and you!) need a completely dark space to sleep in A few ways (inexpensive and not-so-inexpensive ways) to blackout the bedroom How to make your blackout solution look good from the outside and the inside! PLUS… Other areas to consider in the room that brings in light. Links and resources: Links to products: (affiliate link) and (use code GOODNIGHTFAMILIES20 for $20 off) Want to work with me? or Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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Reflux + Sleep: How to Ease the Reflux and Encourage Sleep
09/28/2022
Reflux + Sleep: How to Ease the Reflux and Encourage Sleep
You can’t make it through the newborn days without a few spit-up mishaps, but what do you do when those “mishaps” become consistent and interfere with sleep?? Today I’m sharing how to help your baby with reflux (minimal or severe) get the sleep they can despite the discomfort. You don’t want to miss: The 3 types of reflux and the one that’s most common When to see/talk to your child’s pediatrician Practical ways to help your baby get to sleep without aggravating their reflux. PLUS… The best way for YOU to get some sleep! Links and resources: The study referenced in the episode: Follow me on Instagram: for more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources. Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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Overcoming Baby Bedtime Battles
09/21/2022
Overcoming Baby Bedtime Battles
Babies are not exempt from struggling with “bedtime battles”, they just present themselves differently. There are a few common causes of babies fighting their bedtime routine and this episode digs into those as well as how to overcome them. You don’t want to miss: The 2 main causes for babies struggling through their bedtime routine How to help your baby overcome their bedtime struggles Questions to ask yourself to find the root cause(s) Links and resources: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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Does your Preschooler or Kindergartener Need a Nap?
09/14/2022
Does your Preschooler or Kindergartener Need a Nap?
Some children hold on to their naps until age 5! Though I don’t personally know what it’s like to have a child still napping at that age… I do have some tips for those of you who do and you’re struggling with preschool or kindergarten interfering with the said nap. You don’t want to miss: Learn how much sleep your child needs 3 options to help ensure your child gets the sleep they need Find out what to do if all else fails [spoiler: EARLY BEDTIME] Links and resources: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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How to Protect Sleep During Back to School
09/07/2022
How to Protect Sleep During Back to School
‘Tis the season for schedules and routines to be refined! If you have a little one that’s starting back to school (or it’s their first time!), daycare, or preschool, this episode will help you keep your sanity at home and prioritize sleep! You don’t want to miss: The 2 biggest things to help your kids get the sleep they need How to encourage your children to rest Ways to help your children engage with the routines established Links and resources: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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3 Must-Haves for Newborn Sleep (+ a few other newborn favorite items)
07/27/2022
3 Must-Haves for Newborn Sleep (+ a few other newborn favorite items)
Baby showers are so fun and new parents often get TONS of things for their newest addition, but… what do you really NEED for your newborn? Today I’m sharing my 3 must-haves for newborn sleep as well as a few other favorite newborn items of mine. You don’t want to miss: Why less is more when it comes to newborn sleep The 3 things that will help your newborn sleep well (and why!) Thoughts on pricey “gizmos and gadgets” PLUS, a few of my other favorite newborn items! Links and resources: Free download: and Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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How to Keep Your Big Kid in Their Bed Without Sleep Training
07/20/2022
How to Keep Your Big Kid in Their Bed Without Sleep Training
If your little one is in a “big kid bed” (toddler bed, twin bed, or larger) and they’re consistently getting up when they should be staying put, this episode is for you! You don’t want to miss: Why I don’t recommend a toddler bed. The ideal age to transition to a “big kid bed” 5 tips to helping your big kid stay in bed that doesn’t involve sleep training Links and resources: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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Traveling Solo with Two Young Children (a true story)
07/13/2022
Traveling Solo with Two Young Children (a true story)
Want to know what it’s like for a sleep consultant to travel solo with her two young children? Well, today’s episode is a recap of my short trip to visit my sister-in-law with my 5-year-old and 2-year-old sons while Daddy was out of town. You don’t want to miss: How we set up their sleep space while giving them some control How we handled the unfamiliar situation of the boys sharing a room How I handled bedtime fears from a storm [HINT: not the same way I’d handle it at home!] PLUS, how I’m crazy and forgot that I have an allergy that sent us home early! Links and resources: Free download: My favorite Toddler Clock: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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5 Causes of Early Morning Wake-Ups (and how to correct them!)
07/06/2022
5 Causes of Early Morning Wake-Ups (and how to correct them!)
Early morning wake-ups happen even among the best of sleepers. But, when they’re happening consistently, it’s time to do some investigating! This episode gives you 5 things to consider when trying to solve your child’s early morning wakings. You don’t want to miss: Learn when early is too early The common causes and fixes to early wakings Ways to promote long, restful nights of sleep Links and resources: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave a rating and/or a review? Thank you!!
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How to Enjoy Fireworks with Your Children this 4th of July!
06/29/2022
How to Enjoy Fireworks with Your Children this 4th of July!
Here in the States, we’re soon to celebrate our independence, and often that celebration comes with late-night fireworks. Today's episode shares a few tips for how to handle bedtime if you’d like to enjoy that later night of celebration with your little one(s) this 4th of July. You don’t want to miss: How to handle bedtime according to your child’s age Ways to make up for the lost sleep How to arrange your day and prep your little ones for a late night PLUS, a little story about our first time taking our oldest to see fireworks! Links and resources: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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Room-Sharing Guide! 5 Tips to Ensure Great Sleep for All!
06/22/2022
Room-Sharing Guide! 5 Tips to Ensure Great Sleep for All!
Sometimes it just makes sense to have your children share a room. Other times, it’s the only option. Either way, it can be a little nerve-wracking moving your great sleepers into the same room! But, room-sharing doesn’t have to be at the expense of your children’s sleep - or yours! This episode shares the 5 biggest tips I have for your children to share a room and sleep well! You don’t want to miss: The biggest thing to ensure great sleep for room-sharing kids! How to handle bedtime. Ways to handle talking, night-wakings, and morning wake-ups. PLUS, suggestions on how to handle other common struggles with room-sharing Links and resources: My favorite toddler clock: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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3 Tips for Having Naps Outside!
06/15/2022
3 Tips for Having Naps Outside!
As we spend more time outside in these warmer months, you may be wondering how to get your little one to take their nap outside while you’re at the beach, pool, or park. It may be possible!! Here are 3 tips on how to best manage naps on days you'd like to spend the day outside. You don’t want to miss: What to expect/what ages are most likely to sleep while you’re out. How to set up a napping space If a nap won’t happen outside, how to adjust the schedule to keep overtiredness away. PLUS, a little pep talk for you! Links and resources: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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5 Ways to Improve Your Toddler's Sleep
06/08/2022
5 Ways to Improve Your Toddler's Sleep
Toddlerhood comes with many struggles, but sleep doesn’t have to be one of them! Today I’m sharing my top 5 tips for helping toddlers get the sleep they need with minimal fuss! You don’t want to miss: Ways to promote great sleep throughout the day How to make bedtime go smoother Links and resources: Episode 7: Episode 25: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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Why You "Need" a Toddler Clock
06/01/2022
Why You "Need" a Toddler Clock
There aren’t many products I encourage parents to buy to help their children sleep (most are just gimmicks and really expensive!), but one of the few products I recommend for every toddler and preschool family is a TODDLER CLOCK! You don’t want to miss: What makes a clock a “toddler” clock Why you’d want a toddler clock How we use our toddler clocks for our 5- and 2-year-olds PLUS, how to choose the right toddler clock for your family! Links and resources: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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How to Adjust Sleep Schedules on Off Days
05/25/2022
How to Adjust Sleep Schedules on Off Days
Life isn’t always predictable nor does it always go as planned. When your child is on a predictable schedule, having a day that doesn’t go according to plan (an “off day”) can be a little triggering (I’ve found for Mom mostly). This episode gives you a framework on how to work around plans that interfere with sleep times and how to make up for any lost sleep. You don’t want to miss: How to prepare for planned off days (doctor’s appointments, for example) What to do when the day spontaneously derails How to handle sleep disturbances PLUS, what to do after that off day to get back on track! Links and resources: SlumberPod: Use code for $20 off! Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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How to Sleep Well While Traveling with Children
05/18/2022
How to Sleep Well While Traveling with Children
If you love to travel, it doesn’t need to stop once you have children for fear of poor sleep! If you have a great sleeper at home, it’s possible to have a good one while away! With these tips and expectations, your trip can be a wonderful experience (though, maybe not necessarily deemed a “vacation”) You don’t want to miss: How to prepare for travels with children What to take with you to ensure the best sleep possible How to handle sleep disturbances PLUS, what “rules” to stick to and the ones you can be flexible with while away! Links and resources: SlumberPod: Use code for $20 off! Podcast Episode 19: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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5 Causes and Fixes for Short Naps
05/11/2022
5 Causes and Fixes for Short Naps
The struggle of chronic short naps can be quite frustrating, but they don’t have to be forever! This episode shares how to lengthen those naps! You don’t want to miss: What’s considered a short nap 5 causes of short naps and how to correct them What to expect when it comes to naps in general. PLUS, when short naps are OK! Links and resources: Podcast Episode: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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5 Ways to Encourage Crib Naps with Your Baby or Toddler
05/04/2022
5 Ways to Encourage Crib Naps with Your Baby or Toddler
Ideally, we’d love to be able to lay our children down for their nap in their crib and they fall asleep. Buuuut, that’s not always the case, especially if the little one isn’t used to sleeping in their crib. In today’s episode, I’m sharing some easy-to-follow tips to help encourage your baby or toddler to nap well in their crib. You don’t want to miss: A few reasons crib naps are encouraged. 5 tips to encourage your baby to nap in their crib. What to expect when it comes to naps in general. PLUS, when crib naps aren’t crucial! (HINT: When you deem them “not crucial”) Links and resources: Podcast Episode 19: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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How to Practice Naps in the Crib with Your Newborn
04/27/2022
How to Practice Naps in the Crib with Your Newborn
It’s never too early to establish great sleep habits and since newborns need a lot of sleep, there are lots of opportunities to implement and practice those habits. In this episode, I’m teaching you how to get your newborn to sleep in their own crib or bassinet. You don’t want to miss: What you really need to be focusing on during the newborn days (HINT: it’s NOT sleep 🤭) The only WRONG way to get your baby to sleep What to expect when it comes to newborn sleep PLUS, how to tell when it’s not the best time to work on crib naps! Links and resources: FREE: Blog post: Safe Sleep Guidelines: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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When and How to Use Sleep Cues, Wake Windows, and a Set Nap Schedule
04/20/2022
When and How to Use Sleep Cues, Wake Windows, and a Set Nap Schedule
Getting your newborn, baby, or toddler to nap can be hard enough, but knowing WHEN to get them down for their nap can be just as confusing! Do you follow their sleep cues, wake windows, or do you just make a schedule and stick to it?! In today’s episode, I’m sharing the role of each approach and when it’s ideal to use each! You don’t want to miss: The most common sleep cues and why they’re NOT always the most reliable The reason we use wake windows and HOW to make them work for your little one WHEN and HOW to create the best clock schedule for your baby or toddler PLUS, why they're all important! Links and resources: FREE: Find the best schedule for your child with this short quiz Blog post: Blog post: (for babies 4 months old and older) Blog post: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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How to Settle a Fussy Newborn: The Prevention and Cure
04/13/2022
How to Settle a Fussy Newborn: The Prevention and Cure
Newborns do a lot of eating, sleeping, and pooping, but occasionally (or more than occasionally), there’s fussing, crying, and general crankiness that happens. It can be hard as Mom or Dad trying to soothe them when you’re not sure what’s actually wrong - if anything. So, in today’s episode, I’m sharing a few ways to help prevent fussiness and then things to do when it happens (because there’s no getting around the occasional fussiness). You don’t want to miss: 3 simple ways to PREVENT fussiness in newborns What to assess when fussiness happens The 5 things to do when nothing else helps PLUS, ways to help calm yourself in the midst of the crying! Links and resources: & Blog Post: Blog Post: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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Troubleshooting Night-Wakings
04/06/2022
Troubleshooting Night-Wakings
Night-wakings are the most common sleep struggle parents face with babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Often, the advice given by pediatricians is to “cry it out”, but is that going to solve the root problem? In today’s episode, I’m sharing common root causes of children waking in the night and what to do about them (besides just letting them cry)! You don’t want to miss: The TRUTH about night-wakings What you can expect from your child at night, depending on their age How to set your child up for a successful, full night of sleep PLUS, the NUMBER ONE thing I ask each family I work with that’s struggling with night-wakings! Links and resources: Freebie! This episode in Blog form: Reference: Blog Post: Blog Post: Podcast Episode/Blog Post: Follow me on Instagram: For more about me, what I do, what I offer, and more free resources Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any sleep tips, sleep science, and encouragement. And, if you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave me a rating and a review? Thank you!!
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