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If your baby suddenly cries the moment you walk toward the crib, or bedtime feels like more of a fight, or the nap and bedtime routine have gotten tougher, separation anxiety may be playing a role.But it’s not always the whole story. In this episode, I’m breaking down:When separation anxiety most often shows up in baby sleepWhy it's actually happening developmentallySigns it's impacting sleepPractical ways to support your baby without unintentionally creating new sleep struggles.I also share a bit about how to know when something else may be affecting sleep.If you find yourself stuck, not knowing if this is separation anxiety or how to help your baby sleep anymore, check out our personalized sleep training plans here.

Every toddler parent dreads the day their toddler climbs out of the crib. That definitely wasn't part of the plan! So what do you do?In this episode, I share 7 tips to actually prevent your toddler from climbing out of their crib, and then I also share what your options are once they climb out.I also give a peek inside what we did when our toddler climbed out of her crib about a month ago!Get our FREE bedtime boundary printables here!And to learn more about how we can help teach your little one to stay in their own bed, all night long, click here!

I'm excited to introduce you to the newest pediatric sleep coach on the Via Graces team, Samantha Gomella!In this podcast, she tells us about the sleep challenges she had with her oldest son, and how that finally connected her to me. She also shares about how different her experience was the second time around with her daughter, and how confidence marked her journey rather than anxiety. Sam also explains how her own sleep journey inspired her to become a pediatric sleep consultant and why she's excited to help more families sleep!Book a free discovery call with Sam, to learn more about what it would look like to work with her.

"What if sleep training doesn’t work?"This fear and common hesitation isn't actually about sleep, it's about putting your time and energy and emotions into something hard, and worrying it won’t pay off.So let’s talk about it!In this episode, I’m breaking down why sleep training sometimes seems like it’s failing—and what’s actually going on behind the scenes. You’ll walk away knowing what to adjust, what to expect, and how to move forward with confidence.For more confidence sleep training on your own, check out our A to Z Classes.And to get some one-on-one guidance so you can feel confident sleep training will be successful, click here! Or book a free discovery call. Finally, get your free sleep schedule guide here!

Can you breastfeed and sleep train? If you’re a nursing mom and even thinking about sleep training, chances are you’ve wondered, “Does sleep training mean I have to stop nursing overnight?”Or worse, “Will sleep training tank my milk supply?” Or, “My baby probably won’t sleep through the night until I wean.”In this episode, we talk about how:Sleep training does not equal weaningBreastfed babies can sleep through the nightDropping night feeds doesn’t have to tank your milk supplyI also share some practical tips for sleep training breastfed babies! Because you don't have to choose between breastfeeding and sleep, you can have both!Click here to learn more about how we can help you make sleeping and breastfeeding work.

We are continuing our mini-series on sleep training hesitations. And today the big question we're asking is, Will sleep training make our life rigid?And we're answering that big question by answering these smaller questions:What if I want to enjoy a contact nap?Will sleep training make my baby a sleep snob?Does sleep training mean we’ll be stuck at home all day every day?We travel a lot. We’re not schedule-people. We have big kids and are busy with their activities. Can we still sleep train?Learn how we balance sleep and real life, and how we, as sleep coaches, make sure we include these conversations while walking families through their personalized sleep training plans. And snag our free baby schedule guide here!

Last week, we kicked off a mini-series on common sleep training hesitations with, "Does sleep training harm attachment?"This week, we're continuing with those hesitations by answering the question, "How much will my baby cry during sleep training?" We'll talk about what's realistic when it comes to babies and toddlers crying during the sleep training process, what's not realistic, as well as ways that we, as sleep coaches, try to minimize crying!If you want a personalized sleep training plan where we walk you through how to respond to the tears so you feel confident that the result will be sleep, book a free discovery call here so we can chat more!And if you're looking to minimize crying during sleep training, make sure you snag our free baby sleep schedule guide here!

Does sleep training harm your baby’s attachment?It’s one of the most common—and emotionally charged—questions parents ask. If you’ve ever worried that sleep training might damage your bond with your baby, you are absolutely not alone.In this episode, we’re diving into the research behind attachment and sleep training with psychologist, Dr. Shanna Sarita Alvarez, to answer the question: does sleep training affect attachment?We cover:What attachment actually is (and what it isn’t)What the research really says about bonding and responsivenessHow to make sleep decisions that feel both confident and connectedIf you’ve been stuck in the cycle of second-guessing, guilt, or fear around sleep training, this episode will give you clarity, reassurance, and a research-backed perspective.Tune in to learn whether sleep training is safe for attachment—and how to move forward with confidence.If you want to dig in even more to attachment and sleep training, check out the following resources from Helping Families Thrive:Stop Over-Complicating Parenting- FREE workshopAttachment Science and Sleep- a workshop that does a deep dive into popular research used when discussing sleep training to help us understand what it really says - and doesn't say (use code GRACEHFT for 20% off)Essentials Course - a thorough online course on evidence-based parenting tools for kids ages 2-10 (use code GRACEHFT for 20% off)Ready for more support? Explore our baby and toddler sleep services to get a personalized plan that supports both sleep and connection.

If you have twins or triplets, or are expecting twins or triplets, this episode is for you!While much of sleep training twins is the same as sleep training a singleton, there are also many differences, because you have more babies or more toddlers!So in this episode, I'm sharing how to sleep train twins and triplets, including:Safe sleep and how we chat about that with twin familiesA realistic bedtime routine for twinsHow we determine if twins should share a room or have separate roomsAdjusted age and how to figure out the right scheduleHow to handle night feeds with twins and tripletsAnd more!If you're a family of multiples looking for some personalized sleep help, learn more about how we can support your family! And if you have more questions about the process, book a free discovery call!

Have you ever been nervous about putting your child to bed after they skipped dinner? What if they wake up hungry? Have you found yourself in the pattern of giving your toddler a bedtime snack every night to try to help them sleep through the night?Is that bedtime snack actually necessary?In this episode, I'm interviewing Alyssa Miller, a registered dietitian and picky eating specialist with Nutrition for Littles. We are talking all about bedtime snacks.She is sharing:Her top three picky eating tipsWhen a child should have a bedtime snackWhen a child does not need a bedtime snackHow bedtime snacks and picky eating are often connectedThe fear many parents carry about nighttime hungerWhat to do if you're worried your child might wake up hungryAnd more!Make sure you follow Alyssa on Instagram for regular picky eating tips.

My baby just turned 12 months old last week, which means there are some sleep changes on the horizon for us. So in today's episode, I'm sharing the three sleep changes that should be top of mind when your baby turns one! Including:Introducing a loveyTaking milk out of the bedtime routinePreparing for the transition to one napIf you have a baby who is almost one, or who just recently turned one, this episode is for you!

Listen as I interview Angie Ludwig, a mama of two and a family photographer in Columbus, Ohio, as we talk about the before and after of the sleep training process with both of her kids. She shares why her family chose to hire a sleep consultant to help with both kids, and also peels back the curtain on what the sleep training process was like for them. If you'd like to chat more about what it would look like to work together, book a (free!) discovery call with us so we can chat more!And if you're looking for a family photographer in Columbus, Ohio, reach out to Angie!!

If you've done any research about baby sleep, you've heard about overtiredness and how it can wreck sleep. And while yes, overtiredness can absolutely cause sleep challenges, we need to talk about undertiredness!As a sleep coach and mom of four, I see undertiredness impacting sleep way more often than overtiredness. In this episode, I share:What we mean when we say "overtired" and "undertired"How overtiredness and undertiredness impact baby and toddler sleepHow to figure out if your little one is overtired or undertiredAnd more!Finally, don't miss our FREE baby schedule guide to help you find that sleep pressure sweet spot!

“I know it’s time to transition my baby out of the bassinet, but I’m terrified of doing it wrong and wrecking their sleep.”Can you relate??In this week's episode, we're covering the bassinet to crib transition, including:When it's time to transition your baby from the bassinet to their cribTips to transition from the bassinet to the cribExtra tips to transition your baby from the SNOO to the cribHow long to expect the transition to takeIf your baby is younger than 16 weeks old and you're looking for extra sleep support, check out our newborn course, Newborn Sleep from A to Z.Or if your baby is older than 16 weeks and is really struggling to transition out of the bassinet and you need some sleep training support, check out our personalized sleep plan options!

Listen as I interview Michelle Pratt, a nationally certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and mom of two, best known as the founder of Safe in the Seat, the leading car seat safety platform for parents. In the episode, she shares:Her personal why behind Safe in the SeatThe most common car seat mistakesWhat we should all know about car seats and sleepThe various resources Safe in the Seat offers familiesDon't miss these amazing resources:The blogCar seat finder toolOnline guidesOne-on-one supportAnd make sure you follow her on Instagram, where you'll continue to get more free car seat advice!

In the last two episodes, I shared about our challenging sleep journey with baby number four, and how that resulted in quite a bit of co-sleeping. This week, I want to have some real talk about co-sleeping, both from a sleep coach's perspective and from a real mom who had to co-sleep!And if you're currently a co-sleeping parent but are looking for help getting your baby or toddler sleeping in their own bed all night long, we'd love to help!

Last week, I shared all about our challenging sleep journey with baby number four, due to some airway issues. But how we finally got the green light to sleep train him at 9 months old!So this week, I'm sharing all about what it actually looked like to sleep train James, both the highs and lows. I share how he did, as well as how I coached myself, sleep coach to mama, throughout the process, when things felt really hard. I also share the "afters" of how our day-to-day so quickly changed because our son was not only taking naps in his bed, but also sleeping through the night!If you're curious to learn more about what it would be like to have this sleep coach and mama supporting you through sleep training your baby or toddler, click here!

We welcomed our fourth baby and first son, James, into the world last February, and he has just been the happiest baby!Rather than being the "easy" last baby, however, he struggled with sleep from day one. We never had any intentions of co-sleeping and really weren't comfortable with it, but we didn't have another option the first several weeks of his life. He was not able to lie flat to sleep without making an awful grunting or choking noise for the first 12 weeks of his life, so we had to hold him upright for all naps and through the night.In this podcast episode, I share all the details of those first 12 weeks, as well as the next several months of a roller coaster of sleep, as we continued learning more about what was going on (hint: airway issues!).I share about how tough those sleepless nights were and how that impacted us as parents and as a family. And I share about when we finally got the green light to sleep train him!

When is the BEST time to sleep train? When should you NOT sleep train?In today's episode, I'll be answering those questions for you, so you can decide if and when sleep training is best for your family.If you're curious to learn more about what it would look like to sleep train your little one with our team's help, check this out!

In this episode, I'm sharing my love for the SlumberPod! I truly think it's one of the best baby and toddler sleep products out there, and I recommend it to every family I work with!I will be sharing:What the SlumberPod isWhy we love itFrequently asked questionsHow to use it with toddlersTo get a discount on your SlumberPod or SlumberTot, use the code VIAGRACESPOD at checkout!Our favorite travel cots that fit under the SlumberPod:SlumberTotMillard Toddler Floor BedRead this blog post for more

This week, I am interviewing my favorite pelvic health physical therapist, Dr. Lindsay Durand Massumi. She is based in Northern Virginia, serving families at her practice and in their homes, as well as families nationwide through her virtual PT!We talk all about what the pelvic floor is and why pelvic floor PT can benefit everyone - male, female, young, and old. We also talk about how pelvic floor health often overlaps with both pediatric and adult sleep!To learn more about how Dr. Lindsay can help you or to reach out about scheduling with her, visit her website!Follow Dr. Lindsay on Instagram here!

Last week, we answered why your baby might be waking up at night.So this week, we're answering the questions: "Why is my toddler still waking up at night?" Or, "Why is my toddler all of a sudden waking up at night again?"I walk through the four most common reasons toddlers wake up at night, as well as some others that could be causing night wakings for your toddler. These are all of the podcast episodes I reference to dig deeper:Sleep Training Methods- Episode 9Pacifiers- Episode 4Weaning from the Bottle- Episode 55Dropping the Final Nap- Episode 15Toddler Sleep Regressions- Episode 26Sickness- Episode 48Teething- Episode 80Introduce a Toddler Clock- Episode 28Nightmares and Night Terrors- Episode 51Bedtime Anxiety- Episode 75Click here to snag our free and printable bedtime routine chart and boundary cards!Don't forget to check out our online sleep course for toddlers and young kids, Big Kid Sleep from A to Z, for more DIY sleep training help!And if you'd like to chat more about what it would look like to work together one-on-one with a sleep coach, schedule a free discovery call here!

This week, we’re talking all about why your baby is still waking up at night! I’m essentially letting you inside my head, as a pediatric sleep coach. I’m peeling back the curtain on what I think through when a family reaches out to me and says, “Why won’t my baby sleep through the night?!” Or, “My baby was sleeping through the night, but now they’re waking again. Why??”Sometimes it’s pretty straightforward, but sometimes we have to play 20 questions to get there.So I'll be walking you through the top three questions that come to my mind right away and how to think through them, as well as other less common factors that might be contributing. These are all of the podcast episodes I reference to dig deeper:Sleep Training Methods- Episode 9Pacifiers- Episode 4Bedtime Routines- Episode 7Sleep Regressions- Episode 25Sickness- Episode 48Teething- Episode 80Click here to snag our free schedule guide!Don't forget to check out our online baby sleep course, Baby Sleep from A to Z, for more DIY sleep training help!And if you'd like to chat more about what it would look like to work together one-on-one with a sleep coach, schedule a free discovery call here!

Have you ever been worried about being out late with your baby or toddler because they might fall asleep in the car and you're not sure how to transfer them to their bed when you get home? Or have you ever tried transferring a sleeping baby to their bed for the night, and it just didn’t go well? If so, today’s episode is for you! I'm getting into the specifics of how exactly I recommend transferring your sleeping baby from their car seat to their crib at bedtime. And how to transfer your sleeping toddler from the car to their bed at night. I share what to do, as well as what to do when plan A doesn't work, and then what to do when plan B doesn't work. If you're listening to this episode in preparation for some travels coming up, and you’re nervous about what your baby or toddler’s sleep will look like, and you’re thinking through all of the potential challenging scenarios that might come up, make sure you check out our travel sleep guide! It was created with you in mind, to help take some of that sleep anxiety off your chest.

In today's episode, I'm interviewing Jennifer Barnard of Baby Begin. Jennifer has been a pediatric Occupational Therapist for over 20 years and is the owner of Baby Begin. Her goal is to eradicate plagiocephaly (flat head syndrome) worldwide. She has become an expert on treating torticollis and correcting flat heads without a helmet and trains passionate therapists all over the world to do the same.To learn more about how Baby Begin can support your baby and family, check out their website. And make sure you're following Baby Begin on Instagram!

Most of us have heard a lot about the safe sleep guidelines for babies, but we don't talk a lot about safe sleep guidelines for toddlers and older kids! So in this episode, we're talking all about safe sleep for toddlers still in cribs, as well as big kids sleeping in a big bed. We're talking about:the importance of sleeping with the door closedsafe sleep guidelines for toddlers still in a cribsafe sleep guidelines for toddlers and older kids in big bedssafe sleep rules for bunk bedsAnd more!Our favorite bed railings and bumpers:bed railingsbed bumpersOptions to "lock" your child's door:door knob covermonkey lock

In today's episode, I'm diving into the ins and outs of the safe sleep guidelines for babies. We'll start with the basic ABCs of safe sleep, and then dig in even more. My guess is that whether you're a first-time parent or a fourth-time parent, you'll hear a safe sleep guideline you haven't heard before. (To learn more about how to dress your baby for sleep when it's colder in their nursery, read this blog post.)

As first-time parents, we blamed any and every challenging day or night on teething. We figured our baby must be teething since sleep was a disaster. As fourth-time parents now, I have to admit that teething really doesn't faze me. Because I know that it's not the big-bad-monster it's often made out to be!I'm not saying teething doesn't impact babies at all, but I am saying it doesn't usually affect babies as much as we assume it will.So on today's episode, I'm diving into the world of teething for both babies and toddlers. I'm sharing how teething might impact your little one (and how it might not), as well as how teething might impact their sleep, specifically. Here are some of our favorite teething toys:Silicone teetherPenguin teetherBanana massaging toothbrushFinger toothbrush

Today, we’re going to be talking about adult sleep with our adult sleep coach, Kathryn, and it might feel like a strange tip at first. But what if one of the best tools for better sleep isn’t melatonin, magnesium, or even a stricter bedtime routine—but more fun?If stress is one of the biggest enemies of adult sleep, FUN might just be one of the anecdotes!Not only is having more fun one way to get better sleep, but so is having great sleep hygiene! So if you're looking for another tangible way to start working toward better sleep, make sure you snag our free guide to the Best Bedtime Routine for Adults. And to learn more about how an adult sleep coach can help you tackle your insomnia, book a (free!) discovery call with Kathryn to learn more about how she can help you finally have restful nights again!

It is so frustrating when your toddler takes a short nap. You know they need more daytime sleep, but no matter what you do, they still take a short nap!So in this episode, I'll be diving into those short toddler naps. I share:What is considered a "short nap" How long your toddler's nap should be7 strategies to lengthen themIf you're looking for more personalized help when it comes to your toddler's sleep, see how we can help!

It is so common for babies to take short naps, and it's also so frustrating! And while short naps are sometimes developmental, there are also strategies we can apply to help extend those short naps!So that's what we're covering in this episode - why your baby takes short naps and how to extend them. I walk through five different strategies you can try to finally get a longer nap!FREE SCHEDULE GUIDESFor babiesFor newbornsAnd if you listen to this episode and you're still stumped by your baby's short naps, we'd love to help you make a plan to finally extend them! Learn more about how we can support you here.

Welcoming a new baby into the family is very exciting, and can also be very overwhelming - especially for toddlers and older siblings, as having another baby in the house is a big change! And big changes like this can often cause sleep regressions. In this episode, I am sharing some tips to try to prevent a sleep regression after bringing home a new baby, including things you can do BEFORE baby arrives, and AFTER.I also share what to do if your toddler does experience a sleep regression after becoming a sibling.

It is very common for toddlers and older kids to experience fears and anxieties around bedtime. AND those fears and anxieties do not need to keep them from sleeping - they are still so capable of great sleep. In this episode, I am sharing the following 8 strategies to help your child through their bedtime fears and anxieties, so you can start adding tools to their tool belt for the next time they're feeling afraid or anxious:Explain how the monitor worksUse a night lightWhy you should NOT use "monster spray"Use affirmations"Plan" your child's dreamsUse social stories"Cupcake breathing"The "what next" strategySome of our favorite social stories around fears and anxiety:The Kissing HandRuby Finds a WorryWhy We Say GoodnightThe Invisible StringIt Will Be OkayWhat Do I Do With Worry?ROUTINE AND BOUNDARIES FREEBIEIf you're looking for more one-on-one help with your little one's bedtime, learn more about how we can help you through a step-by-step plan!

We teach our kids “why”s all day long…We have to shut the door so bugs don’t fly in, or so we don’t waste the AC. We have to buckle up in the car so we are safe. We cover our mouth when we cough so we don’t spread our germs.From my experience as a mom and a sleep consultant, however, parents don’t usually teach their kids about sleep as explicitly, but we can and I think we should!So in this episode, I’m sharing different ways we can talk about sleep with our kids:Why they have to sleep with their door closedWhy they can't watch TV right before bedWhy the lights have to be offWhy they even have to sleepAnd more!The goal here is to not only teach them more about sleep and how it works, but to also equip them to start taking more ownership over their sleep that will even serve them into adulthood!And if you're looking for more one-on-one help with your child's sleep? Learn more about how we can support you.

Last week, I shared about my breastfeeding challenges with our son, James. I shared about the wonderful IBCLC who helped us get feeding on track, and this week I'm interviewing her!Allyson Wessells, of Nurture Columbus, is on the podcast this week talking about what tummy time is, the importance of tummy time, and how it has a direct impact on infant feeding, whether that's by the breast or bottle. Learn more about the (free!) tummy time classes Nurture provides at various Columbus libraries. If you're not local to Columbus, check out their pre-recorded virtual tummy time class. Learn more about the Tummy Time Method.

Although I had nursed three babies before, for a total of over 4.5 years, I had quite a few challenges breastfeeding our fourth baby the first several weeks of his life. In this podcast episode, I'm sharing all of the details! I'm sharing about what red flags we noticed early on, who we sought out for help, the terrible advice we got along the way, the bumps we hit after the frenectomy, and how the consistent support of an amazing IBCLC saved our breastfeeding relationship!If you're in or near Columbus, Ohio, and are looking for lactation support, reach out to Nurture Columbus!

I love the swaddled, baby burrito phase of newborn life - they're just too cute! And swaddles are a really helpful tool when it comes to newborn sleep.There does come a time, however, when it's time to transition out of the swaddle. Yes, once your baby is trying to roll over, the swaddle needs to be gone for safety reasons. But I recommend transitioning out of the swaddle based more on age rather than physical skills. So in this episode, I'm sharing:When you should stop swaddling your babyTwo ways you can transition your baby out of the swaddleHow your baby's sleep might change when you stop swaddlingWhat sleep sacks to use once you're done swaddlingAnd more! If you're curious to learn more about when and why to swaddle your baby, this swaddle transition, as well as other pieces to really build a foundation with your newborn's sleep, check out our online sleep class, Newborn Sleep from A to Z. Or if your baby is 4+ months old and they're still swaddled, or taking them out of the swaddle seemed to really mess up their sleep and you don't know what to do now? We'd love to help! Learn more about how we can personalize a sleep plan for your baby and family.

Traveling with young kids can be challenging enough, not to mention changing time zones and dealing with a jet-lagged baby or toddler. It can be rough!But that doesn’t mean changing time zones with kids is impossible, and I certainly don’t want you avoiding family vacations and all of those sweet memories because you’re afraid of the jet lag.In this episode, we'll cover:When to start adjusting your baby or toddler to the new time zoneTips for helping kids adjust to the new time zoneHow to adjust your child’s schedule when traveling from the East Coast to the West Coast, or from the West Coast to the East CoastWhat to expect when changing time zones internationallyTravel blogs:Air travel with kidsRoad trips with kidsCOMPREHENSIVE TRAVEL GUIDEGet your free baby sleep schedule guide here

Do you live in an area of the country where hurricanes, tornadoes, or wildfires are a pretty real threat? If so, this episode is for you! I’m interviewing my teammate, Maura, as she has been in or around her fair share of natural disasters. She’s going to be sharing about how she and her husband prepare for these potential storms, as well as how that has changed a bit with a child. We'll also talk about sleep - how to not only prepare for keeping your child’s sleep as normal as possible through these storms, but also what to do if their sleep gets interrupted or they have a harder time sleeping due to fears around the storm. Recommended Products:Battery-operated sound machinePack 'n playPortable toddler mattressSlumberPodAnd for more tips on how to help your child if they are woken up by a storm, read this blog post!

Have you ever gone to see the fireworks with your kids on the Fourth of July? Or are you hoping to go for the first time this year?In this episode, we’re going to be talking about your different options when it comes to celebrating the Fourth of July with kids. You can:Stay home, and maybe have some friends or family overGo to a friend's houseGo out to see the fireworks!And if you choose to go see the fireworks, we’re also going to get into all of the nitty gritty about how to go to see the fireworks with kids, including what to bring for your baby or toddler, how to manage their sleep schedules, and tips for bedtime/that night when you get home. Here are some of our favorite products to bring along:Portable fanTravel sound machineNoise-cancelling headphones for newbornsNoise-cancelling headphones for toddlersSCHEDULE FREEBIESNewborn Routine GuideBaby Schedule GuideAnd if you're staying in for the Fourth but are worried about the fireworks waking your little one, check out this blog post!

"Is there a wrong way to sleep train?" I’m going to be answering that question today with six mistakes parents often make when sleep training, including:Lying your little one down "drowsy but awake"Keeping the pacifierNot having a planNot having age-appropriate schedules or routinesMaking changes too quicklyNot making changes quickly enoughSnag your FREE BABY SCHEDULE GUIDE here!Check out our online A TO Z SLEEP CLASSES. Or if you're looking for one-on-one support as you sleep train your baby or toddler, we'd love to help!

We welcomed our fourth baby into the world at the end of February, and he was born at home! We had a homebirth for our last two births and really loved it, so in this episode, I'm sharing all about homebirth!I'm sharing why our family chose to have homebirths, and I'm also answering some frequently asked questions about homebirths.

At the end of February, we gave birth to our fourth baby and first boy, so in this episode, I share his birth story!If you're interested in reading about our other birth stories, check them out here:Our first baby's birth storyOur second daughter's birth storyOur third daughter's birth storyFor more sneak peeks into our family life and real-life moments, make sure you follow us on Instagram!

Did you know that what you do during the day impacts how you fall asleep and stay sleep at night? For better or worse...On the podcast today, our adult sleep coach, Kathryn, is sharing four practical daytime tips to help adults kick their insomnia and sleep better overnight. Here's a link to the NASA study she shares in the episode. If your curious to learn more about how an adult sleep coach can help you finally end your own insomnia, book a free discovery call with Kathryn!

When it comes to baby products, the choices are endless! There are SO MANY products out there - some of which are great, some which you could easily do with or without, and some that just seem pointless. And the same goes for baby and toddler sleep products!In this episode, I'm sharing about one of the sleep products I suggest all parents use with their littles ones, and that's sound machines. We'll be talking about:Why sound machines are such a helpful tool when it comes to sleepWhich sound setting is best on a sound machine for babies and kidsHow loud your sound machine should beWhen you can stop using white noise for your little one's sleepThe best sound machines for babies and kidsThe BEST Sound MachinesThe Dohm The Rohm Travel Sound MachineHoMedics Sound MachineLectroFan Classic White Noise MachineClick here for more of our favorite baby and toddler sleep products!

Last week, I shared my top three postpartum priorities, none of which included anything about my baby's sleep. So this week, I'm walking through the top three newborn sleep priorities we will have when our son is firstborn, including:Paying attention to awake windowsKeeping him awake during feedsPracticing one nap a day in his bassinetI'll also share when we actually plan to start implementing these tips!To learn ALL of our newborn sleep tips so you, too, can establish a solid sleep foundation with your newborn from the start, check out our newborn sleep course, Newborn Sleep from A to Z.Or get your FREE newborn routine guide here!

I am 34 weeks pregnant with baby number four, so we have officially entered nesting mode and are making lists of what we still need to get before our baby boy arrives.As we get closer to welcoming another baby, we are starting to think of what that postpartum period will look like, and I am inviting you in!In this episode, I am sharing my top three postpartum priorities that help us care best for me, my newborn, and our family, as best as we know how. To follow as we welcome baby boy into our family, make sure you're following us on Instagram!

If you've done any research into baby sleep, you've likely heard of "awake windows," or "wake windows." However, I have found that there is still a lot of confusion around wake windows, including:When to follow awake windows vs. tired cuesWhen awake windows start and when they endHow to know when it's time to adjust awake windowsWhen to switch from wake windows to a more clock-based scheduleAnd more!FREE SCHEDULE GUIDESNewborn Routine Guide (for newborns 0-16 weeks old)Baby Schedule Guide (for babies 4-17 months old)To learn more about tired cues versus awake windows, read this blog post. Check out our online sleep classes here for some DIY sleep help!And finally, for more personalized, one-on-one sleep help, look here to see how we can help!

What is the best age to sleep train? Four months old? Six months old? 12 months old? Three years old?The answer is: IT DEPENDS! It depends on what's best for your child and family. In this episode, I go through every age and stage and share why certain ages might be the best for certain families and why other families might choose to wait. MORE RESOURCESA to Z Online Sleep Classes:Newborn Sleep from A to ZBaby Sleep from A to ZBig Kid Sleep from A to ZRead this blog post about other considerations to decide when to sleep train.Learn more about what it looks like to work together one-on-one. Book a (free!) discovery call if you'd like to chat more about what it would look like for our team to support you on your sleep training journey!Finally, don't forget to follow us on Instagram for more regular tips and tricks!

Whether you are traveling for the holidays or not, it's natural to experience extra stress during the holiday season. And that extra stress often leads to sleep disruptions - yes, for our kids, but also for us, as adults!Listen to our adult sleep coach, Kathryn, as she shares her top tips to help you not only sleep well over the holidays, but also how to adjust your expectations for when sleep isn't as great as it usually is. Don't forget to snag our free guide to The Best Bedtime Routine for Adults to help, as well!And if you're looking for more help with your sleep as you approach the holidays or after the hustle and bustle is over, schedule a free discovery call with your adult sleep coach to hear more about how she can help!