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EPISODE · Feb 28, 2026 · 18 MIN

From Chaos to Calm: Simple Sleep Strategies for New Parents

from Functional Fourth Trimester · host Melissa O'Neal and Lauren Zatezalo

In part two of our sleep series, we continue the conversation with occupational therapist and mom Kaili Ets to provide practical tools and strategies for better sleep. Building on our discussion about the nervous system’s role in sleep, this episode dives into ways to support regulation for both babies and parents. Kaili shares simple, realistic approaches you can begin using right away to create a more connected and restful sleep experience. If you’re looking for supportive, nervous-system-informed strategies, this episode is full of practical takeaways.Link to blog post about this episode and more resources: https://thepostpartumot.com/

In part two of our sleep series, we continue the conversation with occupational therapist and mom Kaili Ets to provide practical tools and strategies for better sleep. Building on our discussion about the nervous system’s role in sleep, this episode dives into ways to support regulation for both babies and parents. Kaili shares simple, realistic approaches you can begin using right away to create a more connected and restful sleep experience. If you’re looking for supportive, nervous-system-i...

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