The Sleep By Alex Podcast

#39 - This week I share my experience with moving Hank into his own room. I also share the best time to move your baby, signs of readiness, and tips for making it a seamless transition.

#38 - What is sleep training? What are the pros and cons? When is the best time to sleep train? All of these questions and more are answered on today's episode. Click here to join the Sleep By Alex Membership (use code PODCAST at checkout for 50% off your first month). The next group sleep coaching in the membership starts this Thursday, 2/5/26!

#37 - This week I give my top tips on handling short naps at 3 months old. The Sleep By Alex Membership

#35 - In this episode, I give tips on how to transition your baby out of the swaddle. Click here for individualized sleep help. Swaddle transition products: SleepingBaby Zipadee-Zip Transition Swaddle SwaddleDesigns Transitional Swaddle Sack (the one I use currently!) Baby Merlin's Magic Sleepsuit Love to Dream Swaddle Up Transition Swaddle  Favorite sleep sacks: Kyte Baby Halo

#34 - This week, I explain how I am starting to gradually move away from rocking to sleep. Click here to join the Sleep By Alex Membership (use code "podcast" at checkout for 50% off your first month).

#33 - On this episode, I update you on Hank's sleep, and I cover how and when to move your newborn's bedtime earlier. Click here to join the Sleep By Alex Membership. JOIN BEFORE JAN 5 TO GET YOUR FIRST 7 DAYS FREE

I discuss week 10 with my baby, our pacifier issues, and pros and cons of using a paci. www.sleepbyalex.com

#31 - Week 9 with Hank and tips for independent naps with your baby. Click here to join the Sleep By Alex Membership (use code PODCAST at checkout for 50% off your first month)

#30 - Today I discuss week 8 with my baby. We also chat about the 6-8 week sleep regression: what it looks like and what you can do to get through it. Join the Sleep By Alex Membership (use code PODCAST for 50% off your first month)

#29 - Week 7 update and listener Q & A. I answer questions like when to drop the pacifier and swaddle, how to get your baby or toddler sleeping through the night, and creating "bad" sleep habits. Join the Sleep By Alex Membership (use code PODCAST at checkout for 50% off your first month.

#28 - This week, I discuss sleep during week 6 with my newborn. I also share some pacifier and latch issues we experienced this week. BLACK FRIDAY DEALS! Use code BLACKFRIDAY for 50% off of everything! Sleep By Alex Membership The First Four Months Guide 4-24 Months Sleep Learning Course A few pacifier recommendations from my research (not an exhaustive list): Philips Avent Soothie Dr. Brown's Happy Paci Ninni Co. Pacifier

#27 - This week, I share how week 5 went with my baby. I chat about extending newborn nighttime sleep and finding what works best for my baby. The First Four Months Guide Sleep By Alex Membership (use code PODCAST for 50% off your first month)

#26 - Week 4 with baby Hank! Today I chat tracking sleep, preventing overtiredness, and extending naps. Resources: First Four Months Guide Sleep By Alex Membership (use code "PODCAST" for 50% off your first month)

#26 - I chat sleep in the third week with my newborn. I also share how our first bassinet nap went and I share how I am making sure he is getting full feeds instead of snack feeds. Click here to learn more about the November Group Sleep Coaching Session (use code "podcast" for 50% off of your first month) Click here to join the Sleep By Alex Membership (use code "podcast" for 50% off of your first month)

#25 - Week two with Hank! I discuss how I got him sleeping in his bassinet at night, what nights and naps have been looking like this week, and what to do if your newborn fights the swaddle. Click here to join November's Group Sleep Coaching Sessions! (Use code PODCAST for 50% off your first month)

#24 - Baby #4 is here! In today's episode, I share my birth story, my baby's gender and name, and what sleep looked like the first week. Resources: The First Four Months Guide 4-24 Months Course or access both with the Sleep By Alex Membership

#23 - Wondering why you are up all night with your newborn? Here are 4 common reasons your baby may be waking more than the average. Click here to join the Sleep By Alex Membership (use code "podcast" at checkout for 50% off your first month)

#22 - Wondering if there is such a thing as too many contact naps? Are you messing up your baby's sleep? How can you start practicing crib or bassinet naps with your baby? The First Four Months Guide 4-24 Months Sleep Course Sleep By Alex Membership (use code "podcast" for 50% off of your first month)

#21 - With baby #4 due in a month, here are the first 3 things I plan to focus on with my newborn! 4-24 Months Group Sleep Coaching (use code "podcast" at checkout for 50% off of your first month) Sleep By Alex Membership for 0-5 year olds (use code "podcast" at checkout for 50% off of your first month) Schedule a call

#20 - It's been about a week since we moved our little guy out of the crib and into a toddler bed (in the same room as his two older siblings!). In this episode, I update you on how this process is going in our family. I also cover what you should know about transitioning your own toddler out of their crib. Resources: Sleep By Alex Membership (use code "podcast" at checkout for 50% off of your first month) Schedule a call

#19 - Today I answer YOUR listener questions. Resources: Sleep By Alex Membership (use code "podcast" for 50% off your first month) Phone Consultations 4-24 Months Sleep Course The First Four Months Guide  

#18 - Did sleep training just not work for your baby? Why is this the case for some families? Today I break down the top 5 reasons why sleep training didn't work for your baby. Click here to join the Sleep By Alex Membership.

#17 - Feeling the tug towards transitioning out of co-sleeping? There are many reasons you may have started co-sleeping, and even more reasons you may feel ready to stop. Today we will chat how to move away from co-sleeping with your baby if you are feeling ready for a change. Click here to join the Sleep By Alex Membership (use the code "masterclass" at checkout to receive 50% off of your membership FOR LIFE! Offer ends this Saturday, August 9th @ 8:00 am PDT) Follow @sleepbyalex on Instagram.

#16 - Click here to register for my FREE live masterclass, The Secret to Independent Naps!

#15 - We said goodbye to the pacifier with my toddler a couple of weeks ago. In this episode, I cover the best times to drop the pacifier, how I went about the process, and how I made sure it didn't completely derail sleep. For all the products I mentioned in this episode, click here.

#14 - Wondering if your baby is ready to drop a nap? Today we talk about average ages for nap transitions, the 3 main signs to keep an eye out for, and how to make the transition when the time comes. Click here to join the Sleep By Alex Membership (use code PODCAST for 50% off of your first month)

After four pregnancies, I've found my absolute favorite things to use throughout my pregnancy. Click here for the link to any product that was mentioned in this episode. Click here for information on my next group sleep coaching session (use code PODCAST at checkout for 50% off of your first month!)

#12 - What kind of eater is your baby and is it affecting their sleep? In today’s blog, I will define full feeds, snack feeds, and cluster feeding. I will also explain how each of these types of feeds may be affecting your baby’s sleep. I will also cover reverse cycling and whether breastmilk or formula is best for better sleep. Click here to check out my next Group Sleep Coaching Session (use code "podcast" at checkout to recieve 50% off of your first month)

#11 - This week, I dive into more of your questions you sent me. We cover topics like sleep regressions, moving away from feeding to sleep, capping toddler naps, and more. Click here to join the Sleep By Alex Membership (use code "PODCAST" at checkout for 50% off of your first month!)

#10 - Ever heard of laying your baby down "drowsy but awake"? What does this even mean? How can you make it work? Does it lead to better sleep? And when should you just ditch it completely? Today I cover everything you need to know about the popular term, "drowsy but awake". Click here to check out my 4-24 Months Sleep Course Click here to check out the Sleep By Alex Membership (use code PODCAST at checkout for 50% off of your first month) Click here to schedule a consultation call. Click here to download The First Four Months Guide.

#9 - Ever tried to rock your baby to sleep for their nap, just for them to fight you on it for 45 minutes? Ever had a day when your toddler is clearly tired and needs a nap but refuses to lie down? Today, we answer the question, "Why is my child fighting their nap?" Join the Sleep By Alex Membership here (use code PODCAST for 50% off your first month)

#8 - Stuck with those pesky short naps? In today's episode, I cover the top reasons for short naps and how you can start to help your baby lengthen their naps. Click here to join the Sleep By Alex Membership (use code PODCAST at checkout for 50% off of your first month) Click here to schedule a consultation call.

#7 - Today I answer your questions you sent to me @sleepbyalex on Instagram. Resources: Check out some swaddle transition products here. Access all my guides/resources and online community at the Sleep By Alex Membership here (use code PODCAST at checkout for 50% off of your first month). Schedule a phone consultation here.

#6 - Deciding whether sleep training is right for you and your baby can feel overwhelming. With the amount of advice, courses, and methods out there it can feel confusing and frustrating trying to make a decision for your family. Today I will break down the definition of sleep training, how I go about sleep training, the benefits of sleep training, and whether or not sleep training is the answer to your baby sleep issues. Check out The First Four Months Guide here Check out the 4-24 Months Sleep Learning Coure here Access all of the guides/courses, come to live calls, have community support, and ask me your questions in the Sleep By Alex Membership here. (use code PODCAST at checkout for 50% off of your first month) Book a phone consultation here. Send your questions to [email protected]

#5 - Babies naturally get sleepy while eating, especially when they are newborns. But is it ok to feed your baby to sleep consistently? In this episode I cover why feeding to sleep happens, when it is beneficial, and when it no longer works. Don't miss out on my BIGGEST sale of the year! To celebrate Mother's Day you can receive: 40% off of all courses and guides 20% off of phone consultation packages 50% off of your Sleep By Alex Membership (FOR LIFE!) Click here to shop the sale now! Sale ends Sunday, May 11, 2025 @ 11:59pm PST

#4 - In this episode, I am sharing all about this pregnancy so far. Getting pregnant, surviving the first trimester, the gender, and more. Link of items mentioned: Stomach Drops Herbal Inhaler Oil Roller Pressure Point Bands

#3 - Tired of early morning wake ups? Learn about six reasons that could lead to early morning wake ups and what you can do to push your baby's morning later. Join the Sleep By Alex Membership here (use code PODCAST at checkout for 50% off your first month!) Schedule a consultation call here. Send your questions to [email protected] for a chance to be featured on a future podcast.

#2 - Have you ever experienced spending all this time getting your baby to sleep, just for them to wake up as soon as their body hits the mattress? In today's episode learn why this is happening and what you can do about it. Check out my 4-24 Months Sleep Learning Course here. Join the Sleep By Alex Membership here. Schedule a consultation call here. Send your questions to [email protected] for a chance to be featured on a future podcast.

#1 - What are sleep associations and how do they affect your baby's sleep? What is the difference between independent and dependent sleep associations? How do you go about changing your baby's sleep associations? Email your questions (written or voice memo) to [email protected] for a chance to be featured on the podcast.   Resources: Work one-on-one with me here. 4-24 Months Sleep Learning Course Sleep By Alex Membership First Four Months Guide Follow @sleepbyalex on Instagram