53: Sleep Isn’t a Parenting Failure: Real Science & Flexible Solutions for Neurodivergent Kids

Featuring: Dr. Melisa Moore, licensed psychologist & board-certified behavioral sleep medicine specialistIf you’ve ever whispered “why can’t I get my kid to sleep?” at 10:47 p.m., this episode dismantles the guilt and replaces it with biology, nuance, and real-life flexibility.In this episode, we explore:You’re Not a Bad Parent: Is there a rational reason why I struggle with sleep routines as a parent?“Adolescent Circadian Shift”: What do child development studies tell us about early morning wake-ups for adolescents?The Five S’s to Sleep Routines: What does it actually take to build a nighttime routine for neurodivergent kids?Protecting Your Peace: How to make sure we don’t sacrifice connection for perfection at bedtime? Unexpected Human Detail: This sleep specialist tells the story of supporting her AuDHD son & his late-night snacking habit... sometimes its ok to leave your kids lemon Oreos on the nightstand .Key Questions Answered in the Audio: Why does traditional sleep hygiene advice often fail neurodivergent families? Is screen time always the villain at bedtime or does distraction sometimes help a busy brain fall asleep? How do sleep associations (like co-sleeping or listening to videos) affect middle-of-the-night wakeups?Resources Mentioned: The Good Sleep Guide for Neurodivergent Kids by Dr. Melisa Moore [https://newworldlibrary.com/product/the-good-sleep-guide-for-neurodivergent-kids]drmelissamoore.com​ ⁨@drmelisamoore⁩ ​ ⁨@NewWorldLibrary⁩ Connect With Us!ndreportpod.comFollow @NDreportpod on all the socials!