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159. Should you wake your baby from a nap? Oct 28, 2024

Infant and toddler sleep needs to be balanced throughout a 24 hour period. Both nighttime and day sleep are important for our babies’ growth and development. Even though the bulk of our children’s sleep happens at night, naps are very important.

Some babies are naturally inclined to take long naps before they learn to sleep well at night… and sometimes those naps can be too long.

In this episode, Allison will provide guidelines for your child’s optimal allocation between daytime naps and nighttime sleep to help you determine when waking them from a long daytime nap is beneficial.

To find out how much day and night sleep Allison thinks is optimal for children based on their age, request your copy of her FREE GUIDES for 0-2 year olds or for 3 to 10 year olds.

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158. [ENCORE] Fall Time Change - Avoiding Early Wakings Oct 21, 2024

The dreaded fall time change is upon us again. But there’s no need for concern. Allison has guided her community through this transition for years with great results. Her plan makes it a very quick and mostly painless process. In this episode, she shares how you can help your child smoothly transition to the new time and avoid getting stuck with crazy early wakings. She also discusses where we currently stand as it relates to the proposed end to switching the clocks twice per year (the Sunshine Protection Act).

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Allison mentions episode 46. The Key to Success with a Toddler Clock

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157. Sleep SOS - 3 Month Old Taking Short Naps and Hard To Get Back To Sleep Oct 14, 2024

What do you do if your 3 month old baby suddenly starts taking 30 minute naps and becomes difficult to put back to sleep at night? We’ve got the answer for you today in this Sleep SOS episode.

Earlier this week, Allison asked her Instagram community to submit questions about their child’s sleep. Katie, a mom of a 3 month old baby girl, is asking for guidance on improving her daughter’s naps and looking for simple tips to help her put her daughter back to sleep after night wakings. Based on the details Katie has provided, Allison has deduced that this three month old is likely experiencing the dreaded 4 month sleep regression.

In this episode, Allison provides three tips for Katie, and addresses how you too can handle sleep when your baby takes this developmental leap.

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156. Is room sharing helping or hurting your baby’s sleep? Oct 07, 2024

October is SIDS awareness month. SIDS, which stands for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, is the reason it’s important to understand what it means to practice safe sleep. One of the recommendations you’ll see around safe sleep is room sharing with your baby, but with the baby in their own safe sleep space, i.e. a crib or bassinet. With some babies, room sharing truly makes sleep easier, but for others, it makes sleep more challenging for all parties involved.

In this episode, Allison strives to help parents figure out if room sharing is helping or hurting their baby’s sleep. Listen in If you have wondered if room sharing is contributing to sleep struggles and/or aren’t sure about when exactly you want to transition your baby into their own room.

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155. Daycare Shifting To One Nap At 12 Months Sep 30, 2024

The majority of daycares in the United States shift babies from two naps per day to one midday nap at 12 months. For many 12 month olds, this transition is happening too early and can lead to a variety of challenges.

Dropping to one nap too early can result in an overtired child, which can lead to unpleasant evenings and bedtimes and may trigger night wakings or extra early morning wakings. If you have a little one in this situation, you’ll want to hear Allison’s three tips for improving sleep during this tricky period of transition.

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154. My Partner Doesn’t Want To Sleep Train Our Child Sep 23, 2024

If you have a child who is not sleeping well, it can be very difficult to determine the next right step to take for better sleep. And if you and your partner don’t agree on what that next step should be, the situation becomes even more challenging.

Our sleep coaches meet with a lot of couples who are trying to decide if a formal sleep training approach is right for their family. Sometimes, one parent believes sleep training is necessary, and one parent is hesitant.

In this episode, Allison is sharing some of the common concerns she hears from parents who are considering sleep training, and explains how she works through these concerns with her potential clients. She provides advice for getting on the same page with your partner, and determining what steps you can take to improve your child’s sleep, whether you decide to sleep train or not.

Allison mentons episode 124. My Parenting Mantra: Reserve The Right To Change My Mind

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153. When is the best time to sleep train a child? Sep 16, 2024

If you have a baby or young child who isn’t sleeping well, you may have wondered when it is the “best time” to implement a sleep training plan or you may have searched the internet to try to figure out if you are “too late.” Allison has helped over 1,000 families teach their children to become independent sleepers and she’s sharing her thoughts on identifying the “best time” to sleep train your child.

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152. How to Balance Sleep and Evening Activities with Older Kids Sep 09, 2024

As children get older and move into the elementary school years, evening activities often begin to push bedtimes a bit later and interrupt sleep schedules. Families with young children who are thriving with their early bedtimes may worry about or even start to feel the negative effects of these later bedtimes.

In this episode, Allison is offering a plan for balancing evening activities, homework, and sleep. She’s sharing tips for keeping kids well rested without sacrificing the chance to participate in sports and other after school activities.

Allison mentions Episode 1. My Case for an Early Bedtime

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151. Daycare Won’t Cap or Drop My Child’s Nap - Help! Sep 02, 2024

Many children between 3 and 5 years old attend a daycare where rest or nap time is offered daily. Often, a child who is struggling with sleep at home catches up on their sleep by taking a long nap at daycare. And when bedtime is a struggle at home, parents sometimes ask the daycare to either skip the nap or cap it after a certain amount of sleep. It’s not uncommon for daycares to respond by telling parents that they are legally required to offer a nap and can’t wake their child up until the end of the nap period. So what can a parent in this situation do?

Listen in as Allison offers advice to help you figure out if the nap is the reason bedtime is a struggle, then navigate the necessary changes both at home and at daycare.

FREE Challenge Starts September 4th - 3 Days To Smoother Bedtimes. If you have a 2.5 to 6 year old and you want to go from bedtimes that take forever to shorter bedtimes and your child falling asleep faster, sign up today!

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150. How Two Small Changes Helped This Mom Achieve Smoother Bedtimes with Jessica Oliveri Aug 26, 2024

If you have a child between 2.5 and 6 years old and you’ve been dreading bedtimes because your child resists, stalls or is falling asleep crazy late, Allison’s 3 Days To Smoother Bedtimes sleep challenge is for you. We’re kicking off this FREE challenge for the third time on September 4th. Hundreds of parents have participated in our two previous challenges and have found that a few simple tweaks have allowed them to improve their child’s sleep habits and regain some free time for themselves in the evenings.

In today’s episode, Allison is joined by Jessica Oliveri, a mom who participated in our April challenge. Jessica and her husband implemented a couple changes during the challenge and saw huge improvements in their son’s sleep situation. Listen in as Jessica shares the ways in which her son’s sleep got off track, how she and her husband implemented Allison’s suggestions, and the advice she gives to other parents when it comes to preschool sleep.

FREE Challenge Starts September 4th - 3 Days To Smoother Bedtimes. If you have a 2.5 to 6 year old and you want to go from bedtimes that take forever to shorter bedtimes and your child falling asleep faster, sign up today!

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149. The Power of Exposure in Building Inclusive Communities with Angela O’Brien Aug 19, 2024

Allison is joined by Angela O’Brien for a vulnerable conversation about the importance of exposure and inclusion as it relates to the special needs community. Angela is a professional organizer, host of the Especially Organized podcast, and a special needs mom.

Allison and Angela discuss the reasons it’s important for our young children to be exposed to people with special needs, the biases that still exist in today’s communities and why we need to work towards a more inclusive society. Both Allison and Angela share their own personal stories of how individuals with special needs have impacted their families.

Angela opens up about the joys and challenges of parenting a child with intellectual disabilities, makes suggestions for how parents can approach and include families with special needs children, as well as offers guidance on how parents of special needs children can find support and community in their own lives.

Learn more about Angela on her website or on Instagram

The National Down Syndrome Society holds Buddy Walks across the country to celebrate Down Syndrome awareness. Find a Buddy Walk in your area

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148. Back to School Sleep Tips: Elementary Schoolers Aug 12, 2024

August is the month many families find they need to tighten up their sleep schedules to prepare for back to school. In this episode, Allison is providing back to school sleep tips for elementary school aged children. Time and again, studies have shown that children who receive an optimal amount of sleep have greater learning engagement and retention, improved emotional regulation and impulse control, and even have reduced anxiety, which translates to less separation anxiety at drop off and greater independence at school.

Listen in as Allison explains the amount of sleep that is appropriate for this age group and how to find an appropriate sleep schedule that will help your child thrive at school.

Allison mentions:

Episode 128. Sleep To Get By Or Sleep To Thrive? Sleep For 3 to 10 Year Olds

Episode 147. Back to School Sleep Tips: Preschoolers and Daycare

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147. Back to School Sleep Tips: Preschoolers and Daycare Aug 05, 2024

August is the month many families find they need to tighten up their sleep schedules to prepare for back to school. In this episode, Allison is providing back to school sleep tips for preschoolers and toddlers starting daycare for the first time. The research is clear - children who receive an optimal amount of sleep have greater learning engagement and retention, improved emotional regulation and impulse control, and even reduced anxiety, which translates to less separation anxiety at drop off and greater independence at school.

Listen in as Allison explains the amount of sleep that is appropriate for toddlers and preschoolers. She’ll help you set the necessary sleep schedule - from identifying the time they’ll need to wake for preschool or daycare, to shifting them to the corresponding bedtime. Plus, she discusses how naps at home and naps on cots at school or daycare play into their overall sleep needs.

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146. Going From One to Two: Fears and Challenges Jul 29, 2024

Parents often have concerns about the changing dynamics when you prepare to add a second child to their family. Their fears vary - from how they’ll spread their love and attention across two children, to the logistics of getting through life with two little ones, to how this new addition will affect their career, marriage and relationship with their first child. Some parents also worry about being older and sleep deprived the second time around, or how they’ll manage if they don’t have a local support network to lean on.

We dove into the topic of going from one to two children in last week’s episode with Ellen Hayden. Ellen shared her personal experience of welcoming her second child. She shared that the transition went better than she expected and she was pleasantly surprised with how naturally she and her family were able to work through the issues she was most nervous about before giving birth. While this is the case for many families, others face more challenges during this transition.

Allison is back this week to provide a slightly different take on this transition. She shares two more stories of moms expecting their second child, both her own story and that of another mom in this community. She elaborates on the worries they both had before their second child arrived - some similar to the worries Ellen had, and some very different. She provides a glimpse into her own family during this delicate time - the biggest challenges her family faced after her second daughter’s birth, what strategies they put in place that really improved the situation, as well as her lessons learned along the way.

Allison mentions:

Episode 29. My Postpartum Anxiety Story

Episode 100. My Story - Why I Became A Sleep Coach

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145. Transitioning From One To Two Kids with Ellen Hayden Jul 22, 2024

Going from one to two children is a transition point that parents often have angst about and find challenging. Our sleep coach Ellen Hayden recently welcomed her second baby. To provide a first-hand account of the ups and downs that happen during the months before and after welcoming a new baby, Allison had two candid conversations with Ellen. They spoke first before the new baby’s arrival to discuss how Ellen was feeling about the idea of becoming a mom of two. Allison asked Ellen about her concerns, the things she was most looking forward to, as well as the challenges Ellen and her husband were preparing to tackle after the new baby’s arrival. Their second conversation took place after Ellen’s second baby’s arrival. Ellen shared the differences in her two experiences with labor and delivery, recovery, feeding, and sleep during the early newborn weeks. She explained how the reality of adding a second baby to the family differed from what she anticipated.

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144. Our Guests Dive Deeper Jul 15, 2024

After each guest interview we do for the podcast, Allison asks our guests some rapid-fire questions unrelated to their area of expertise. Today’s episode is a compilation of all the great “bonus answers” they shared with us in the last six months. These six guests will share their favorite stress-relieving self care strategies, family game and book and podcast recommendations, charities and nonprofit organizations they support, and the personal goal they are working towards this year.

Links to the previous episodes referred to in this episode:

117. How To Execute a Smooth Crib to Bed Transition with Sophie Kuzjak - Part One

118. How To Execute a Smooth Crib to Bed Transition with Sophie Kuzjak - Part Two

122. Self-Leadership as a Parent with Kara Ryska

126. Transitioning Back To Work After Maternity Leave With Rebecca Olson

129. Co-Parenting and Single Parenting with Alicia Robertson

133. Encouraging Our Children To Engage More With Household Responsibilities with Lori Sugarman-Li

137. How Postpartum Support International Supports Parents with President and CEO Wendy Davis

57. Celebrating Our First Anniversary

90. Our Guests Have Even More To Say

115. Our Guests Have Even More To Say - Part Two

Games mentioned in this episode:

Mexican Train Dominoes

Books mentioned in this episode:

Why We Sleep

Michael Connelly Books

The Book of Awakening

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143. [REPLAY] Choosing a Sunscreen with Bev Sidders Jul 08, 2024

Buckle up listeners, this is a good one. This episode is packed with helpful information. Allison talks to Bev Sidders, a chemical engineer turned licensed master esthetician, about all things sunscreen…. plus a little bonus on bug spray as well.

Each question Allison asks Bev yields tons of great information. Here are some of the highlights: how to choose the right sunscreen for everyone in your family, which sunscreen ingredients you should look for and which you should avoid and why, how to use the EWG app to check the safety of the products your family uses, Bev’s recommendations for specific sunscreen products for the whole family, what SPF we should be using and how often we need to reapply, bug spray brands Bev recommends and tips for applying, how to treat a sunburn, whether sunscreen really expires, whether going outside unprotected to boost Vitamin D levels is a good idea, the scoop on all those foundation and SPF combos out there… and much more.

Notes from Bev:

– choose a 100% mineral sunscreen with zinc oxide and titanium dioxide

– avoid aerosol sprays to limit risk of exposure to benzene

– avoid chemical sunscreens with aminobenzoic acid (PABA) and trolamine salicylate (both were deemed unsafe by the FDA in 2019)

– avoid chemical sunscreens with oxybenzone and octinoxate (both are potential endocrine system disruptors and are not reef safe, but are found in nearly 65% of all non-mineral sunscreens)

– avobenzone is the least dangerous choice if you have to use a chemical sunscreen

– avoid sunscreens containing shea butter, petroleum, sweet almond oil, cocoa butter, retinols and niacinamide if you are prone to acne

You can find out more about Bev or ask her a question on her website, Instagram and Facebook

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142. [REPLAY] July 4th Fireworks and Sleep Jul 01, 2024

As the United States prepares to celebrate July 4th with a long weekend of fireworks, Allison shares thoughts on protecting good sleep for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

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141. [REPLAY] Summer Travel Sleep Tips Jun 24, 2024

Allison definitely learned from personal experience that summer vacations with infants or young children can be difficult. These adventures definitely can feel more like trips than vacations because young children still need constant care and they have the ability to derail any plans very quickly. In this replay of our listeners’ favorite episode, Allison will help you navigate the sleep aspect of your summer travel so all the other pieces can flow more smoothly.

She’ll cover how to work around naps and bedtime when traveling by car, how to best navigate your child’s sleep schedule when flying, how to set up your child’s sleep space in your new location, what items are true necessities when traveling with young children, what to do if you’re sharing a bedroom with your child while you travel, and, probably most importantly, she’ll walk you through how to reset your sleep habits quickly once you’ve come back home.

Allison recommends these products in this episode: travel white noise, Slumber Pod (use code SLEEPANDWELLNESS to save 5%), SlumberTot Toddler Bed (use code SLEEPANDWELLNESS to save 5%), travel toddler mattress

Allison mentions episode 26 on the crib to bed transition.

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140. Kid-Approved Summer Reads: Recommendations from My Elementary Schoolers Jun 17, 2024

School’s out and summer reading is in! Are you looking for a good book for your child to dive into this summer? Does your young reader need a little inspiration to fall in love with reading? This episode is packed with book recommendations from Allison’s two daughters, who just finished third and fifth grade. Allison provides descriptions of books her girls loved throughout elementary school, as well as insights as to how her family has built a shared love of enjoying good books together. Tune in to find the right book to keep the young minds in your house engaged and entertained during the summer break.

Books or series recommended in this episode:

Magic Tree House

Keeper of the Lost Cities

The Spy School

Emily Windsnap

The One and Only Ivan

Whatever After

Harry Potter

Allison mentions Episode 63. Learning to Read - What I Discovered After My Daughter's Struggle

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139. Identifying Your Values and Saying No With Confidence with Stacey Olson Jun 10, 2024

Stacey Olson, a Leadership and Positive Psychology Certified Coach, is returning to the podcast to discuss her new book, Your Balanced and Bold Life. Stacey helps leaders and professionals, many of them working parents, create more balance and less stress as they juggle being a parent, a high performer at work, taking care of themselves, and all the other aspects of their life.

Allison and Stacey discuss some of the topics covered in her book, namely how parents can identify their values, practice making their own needs a priority, and learn to say no with confidence.

Check out Stacey’s new book or her website

Allison mentions Episode 89. Ditching Mom Guilt, Setting Boundaries and Creating Balance with Stacey Olson

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138. Maternal Mental Health: What I Want Every Parent To Know Jun 03, 2024

As a recap to the previous three episodes aimed at building awareness of maternal mental health, Allison is sharing what she thinks every expecting and new parent should know in the hopes of helping other new and expecting parents who may struggle or are struggling postpartum.

Given her own experience, the work she does with parents and the previous guests she’s interviewed, Allison believed she had a robust understanding of the challenges of maternal mental health. But then she interviewed Dr. Nicole Rankins (an OB/GYN), Dr. Stephanie Grice (a pediatrician) and Wendy Davis (President and CEO of Postpartum Support International). These three guests provided new insights. In today’s episode, Allison is sharing the CliffsNotes version of those three interviews.

Visit postpartum.net for the free resources Allison mentioned

Learn more about the Connect by PSI app

Learn more about volunteering with PSI

Learn more about The Climb

Learn more about The Blue Dot Project

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137. How Postpartum Support International Supports Parents with President and CEO Wendy Davis May 27, 2024

This episode should be a required listen for every expecting and new parent. One in five women and one in ten dads will suffer from some form of mental health struggle during pregnancy or the first year postpartum. Today’s episode provides valuable insights into the free and easily attainable resources available to new parents from Postpartum Support International.

We strive to build awareness of maternal mental health each May with dedicated podcast episodes. In several previous episodes, Allison and her guests have referred to Postpartum Support International (PSI) as a resource for parents. Wendy Davis, President and CEO of Postpartum Support International, joins Allison today to detail the many amazing services that PSI makes available to parents all over the world. She also shares who these resources are for…. spoiler alert: it’s anyone who could use a little (or a lot) of support!

Visit postpartum.net for more information and resources about postpartum depression and anxiety

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136. Maternal Mental Health From The Perspective of a Pediatrician with Dr. Stephanie Grice May 20, 2024

The month of May is dedicated to building awareness of maternal mental health. One in five women will suffer from postpartum anxiety or depression, and this is the number one complication of pregnancy and childbirth.

In today’s episode, Allison is joined by Dr. Stephanie Grice, a practicing pediatrician and a mom. Dr. Grice details the role a pediatrician can play in supporting moms dealing with postpartum depression or anxiety. She explains how this role has changed over the last decade, and what efforts are being made by pediatric providers to support the mental health of all members of a family.

She and Allison discuss the thoughts that might deter a new parent from confiding in their pediatrician, as well as the tools pediatricians can use to determine if a new parent is struggling. Listen in to hear the steps a parent can take if they feel they need assistance, or are having trouble finding someone to help.

Dr. Grice also shares the exciting new initiative they’ve launched in her practice that puts a whole new spin on caring for the whole family. It’s an approach we think will help a lot of families.

Visit postpartum.net for more information and resources about postpartum depression and anxiety.

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135. Maternal Mental Health From The Perspective of an OB/GYN with Dr. Nicole Rankins May 13, 2024

The month of May is dedicated to building awareness of maternal mental health. We devote episodes each year to this important topic, trying each year to approach the conversation from a slightly different perspective.

In today’s episode, Allison is joined by Dr. Nicole Rankins, a board-certified, practicing OB/GYN and mom of two. Dr. Nicole candidly shares the training OB/GYNs receive around maternal mental health and the role they can play when a woman is struggling. She and Allison discuss the challenges women face when seeking help for depression or anxiety, what a woman can expect from her OB/GYN if they are struggling, and the significance of the screening OB/GYNs do after a woman gives birth. They address what steps a new mom can take if she suspects she might need some mental health support, as well as how a partner or loved one can initiate difficult conversations with the new mom in their life and her health care providers to get the necessary assistance.

Visit postpartum.net for more information and resources about postpartum depression and anxiety

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134. When and How to Introduce and Handle Loveys May 06, 2024

Today’s episode is all about loveys, otherwise known as stuffed animals, blankies or comfort items that children sleep with. Allison is answering common questions she receives about loveys. Is it a good idea to introduce a lovey to your child? If so, when is a good time to introduce one? Can a child have too many loveys? What to do if your child doesn’t show interest in their lovey? Plus, Allison shares three potential challenges that can creep up with loveys and how to handle them.

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133. Encouraging Our Children To Engage More With Household Responsibilities with Lori Sugarman-Li Apr 29, 2024

We can all agree that it takes a tremendous amount of mental and physical energy to keep a house and family running smoothly. And often, one member of the household feels that they carry the heavy load of all these responsibilities. This role often falls to moms.

Allison and Lori Sugarman-Li discuss how you can set up a system where these responsibilities are shared among all members of the family. Lori shares tips for incorporating children in household tasks, finding the right tasks for each child based on age, personality, and skill sets. She also shares small language tweaks that can make a big difference in how you all view these responsibilities. Allison asks her advice on paying kids an allowance for helping around the house.

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132. Managing Early Risers: Letting Your Child Turn On Lights and Play in the Morning Apr 22, 2024

Do you have an early riser? Are you using a toddler clock or light system with your child? Have you wondered if it’s a good idea to allow them to get up and play in their room with the lights on before their light turns green? You’re in luck - Allison is covering this question today. If you have a child over the age of 2 years old and you currently use or plan to use a toddler clock or light system, this episode is for you.

Allison mentions:

Episode 46: The Key to Success with a Toddler Clock

Allison’s favorite toddler clock light system

Light switch cover

Rocker switch cover

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131. Bedtime Stalling: Natural Consequences Can Help Apr 15, 2024

Do you have a child who has mastered stalling and resisting bedtime? In this episode, Allison is suggesting a strategy for using natural consequences as a way to put an end to the pushback. She shares specific guidelines for implementing her approach, as well as detailed language to use with your child.

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130. Why You Should Always Sleep With Bedroom Doors Closed Apr 08, 2024

Keeping bedroom doors closed while children and adults are sleeping is very important for fire safety. Please listen in as Allison explains the reasons why, and provides specific language you can use with your child when you implement the policy of sleeping with bedroom doors closed.

Allison encourages you to watch this video by the Fire Safety Research Institute

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129. Co-Parenting and Single Parenting with Alicia Robertson Apr 01, 2024

If you are separated, divorced, parenting solo or contemplating any of these situations, we know you’ll find support in this episode. But even if you parent in the same house with your children’s other parent, much of this parenting advice will apply to you as well.

Allison is joined by Alicia Robertson, a life coach, speaker and author, who supports women through the challenges of separation and divorce. Her goal is to help women take their power back one intentional and informed decision at a time.

Listen in as Allison and Alicia explore strategies for:

taking care of yourself so you can be at your best for your family
figuring out what self-care strategies are most effective for you
determining and maintaining the priorities for your children as they travel between two houses
cooperating with your co-parent to set up consistent routines and stability for your children
approaching a separation or divorce with a project management mindset and learning to use your skills to manage your way through it
battling mom guilt, shame and the fear that your children are struggling
knowing when to hold structure for your child and when to provide extra support
assessing how a life coach or a therapist can help you navigate this situation

Find out more about Alicia on her website or on Instagram

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128. Sleep To Get By Or Sleep To Thrive? Sleep For 3 to 10 Year Olds Mar 25, 2024

Studies clearly show that getting the optimal amount of sleep improves a child’s impulse control, emotional regulation, and learning retention. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children 3 to 5 years old get 10-13 hours of sleep in a 24 hour period and that children between 6 and 10 years old get 9 to 12 hours of sleep in a 24 hour period. These are big ranges and it can be difficult to determine the sweet spot of optimal sleep for each child. Allison believes that many children can get by on the lower end of these ranges, but will really thrive on the higher end. Listen in to hear the details of her own personal experience and many of her clients’ experiences that have led her to this conclusion.

Get your copy of Allison’s free download that accompanies this episode: Helping Your Child Thrive With Sleep

Allison mentions:

Episode 107. How Many Hours of Sleep Do Babies Need?

Matthew Walker’s talk on sleep

Interested in getting more personalized guidance from Allison? We invite you to schedule a 15 minute free call or check out her free workshop called 3 Steps to a Successful Sleep Reset for 2.5-6 Year Olds.

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127. Going Back To Work After Maternity Leave: My Story Mar 18, 2024

The transition back to work after maternity leave can come with a wide array of emotions and challenges. Today, Allison is sharing the details of her own personal return to work after having her first baby. She’s reflecting on the aspects she feels she handled well at the time, what she wishes she had done differently, and the stories she told herself as she adjusted to her new identity of working mom.

Each mother’s feelings, emotions and goals when returning to work are valid and varied. Allison believes that there are countless ways to navigate this transition successfully. She’s hoping her story will help you as you find the right path for yourself when the time is right.

Find out more about Allison’s new workshop - The 5 Common Mistakes That Can Undermine Your Newborn’s Sleep

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126. Transitioning Back To Work After Maternity Leave with Rebecca Olson Mar 11, 2024

The transition back to work after maternity leave is often a stressful one for women – particularly first time moms. In this episode, Allison and Rebecca Olson, a certified professional life coach who supports moms as they become working mothers, discuss the guilt and loss of control that often accompany this life change. Rebecca shares guidance on recognizing the emotions at play during this transition, advice for adjusting your mindset, and strategies for improving the stories we tell ourselves during this emotional season of life.

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125. Daylight Saving: How To Easily Shift Your Child's Sleep Mar 04, 2024

Good news! The dreaded daylight saving spring time change is EASIER to navigate than the fall time change. Today, Allison is going to share how you can have your child adjusted to the new time in ONE DAY. And, she’s going to answer the common question about whether you can use this time change to switch to a later bedtime and later morning wake time.

She’ll share why she doesn’t recommend the method of the gradual shift and walk you through a step-by-step plan for tweaking naps and bedtimes to make this transition as smooth as possible. Parents with newborns not on a schedule yet, she’s got simple guidance for you too.

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124. My Parenting Mantra: Reserve The Right To Change My Mind Feb 26, 2024

Allison doesn’t believe there is any one right way to tackle the complex job of parenting. But, she does have an overarching mantra that she uses in many aspects of parenting. Listen in to hear what advice she gives herself to remove much of the guilt and anxiety that she feels in her role as a parent.

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123. Choosing A Daycare: The Most Important Sleep Questions To Ask Feb 19, 2024

Are you searching for a daycare for your child? Check out the 12 most important sleep related questions to ask when you visit potential daycares.

Allison has vast experience helping parents navigate sleep with a wide variety of daycares across the United States and in other countries. She’s compiled her advice into this comprehensive episode and the corresponding download.

Get your free download with all of Allison’s questions to ask a potential daycare

Access the AAP Safe Sleep Recommendations

Allison mentions Episode 26: 5 Myths About the Crib to Bed Transition and her

Your Preschool Sleep Champion program

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122. Self-Leadership as a Parent with Kara Ryska Feb 12, 2024

Join Allison and Kara Ryska, a mom of four and a life coach with experience coaching corporate professionals and special needs moms, for an empowering conversation about self-leadership for all parents.

They explore many of the qualities strong leaders demonstrate and how they pertain to parenting. Listen in as they discuss the importance of learning to listen to yourself and follow your intuition, how to avoid decision paralysis and take the next right step with confidence, simple ways you can reframe your thoughts to put yourself in a more proactive state of mind, the value of setting clear boundaries in parenting, simple questions you can ask yourself to determine your needs and develop a plan to meet them, how to be bold enough not to neglect your own needs, and much more.

Find out more about Kara’s work on Instagram or her website, or check out The Special Needs Mom Podcast.

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121. The Advice I Was Most Grateful For Before I Gave Birth Feb 05, 2024

There are so many surprises that come along during the process of delivering a baby the first time. It’s vital that women look out for one another and pass on some of the little known secrets with other new moms-to-be. In this episode, Allison is sharing the unsolicited, but VERY good, advice her best friend shared with her before she delivered her first baby. This advice made those first few days and weeks after childbirth a bit easier for Allison. In the event you don’t have that friend that’s going to share some of the less glamorous advice, Allison is your girl.

Find out more about Allison’s new online workshop, Important Things To Know Before You Bring Your Baby Home

Allison mentions her favorite pajamas:

KicKee Pants Footies

Magnetic Me

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120. How To Choose a Temperature and Dress Your Child For Sleep Jan 29, 2024

During the winter, Allison gets a lot of questions about choosing the right pajamas and how many layers we should put on our babies and children when they are sleeping. Many parents also wonder about the ideal temperature for sleep. Allison tackles these topics in this episode.

Grab your free Setting the Scene for Sleep checklist.

Allison mentions these pajamas:

KicKee Pants Footie Jammies

KicKee Pants For Older Kids

Kyte Sleep Sack 0.5 Tog

Kyte Sleep Sack 1.0 Tog

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119. Ditching Mom Guilt and Managing Overwhelm with JoAnn Crohn Jan 22, 2024

Allison and JoAnn Crohn, parenting coach and founder of No Guilt Mom, discuss the guilt and overwhelm all mothers feel from time to time. They share many personal anecdotes and explore these topics:

how current societal pressures impact the role mothers play in a family
the effect social media and comparing yourself to others has on moms
JoAnn’s thoughts on the root of most mom guilt and overwhelm
strategies for tackling your mental load
two steps JoAnn recommends moms take to regain a little bit of control over the emotions they are feeling and how they react
the importance of pursuing a passion or hobby for yourself outside of your family
the three types of problem solving that exist when you’re talking with friends
JoAnn’s suggestion for approaching household tasks and the distribution of responsibility among family members

Learn more about JoAnn on the No Guilt Mom Podcast or her website

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118. How To Execute a Smooth Crib to Bed Transition with Sophie Kuzjak - Part Two Jan 15, 2024

Did you catch part one of this two part conversation on the crib to bed transition? In episode 117, Allison and Sophie Kuzjak, one of our sleep coaches, detailed the plan to move Sophie’s daughter from her crib to her big girl bed. In this episode, Sophie is back to reveal how well the plan worked, and the insights she gained from the completed transition. Sophie is sharing the lessons she learned along the way, how she tackled the unexpected issues that arose, and what she would suggest other parents in her situation do. If you missed last week, listen to episode 117 first!

Listen to Episode 117. How To Execute a Smooth Crib to Bed Transition with Sophie Kuzjak - Part One

Learn more about Allison’s workshop, How To Prepare Your Child For A Smooth Crib To Bed Transition

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117. How To Execute a Smooth Crib to Bed Transition with Sophie Kuzjak - Part One Jan 08, 2024

The crib to bed transition is a significant milestone in a young child’s life. In this episode, Allison is collaborating with Sophie Kuzjak, one of our sleep coaches, as Sophie prepares to move her daughter from her crib to her big girl bed. This isn’t the first time they’ve tried to make this transition so Sophie is handling it differently this time. This episode is dedicated to how Sophie has prepared her daughter, what steps they’ve taken to get ready, how they chose the optimal time to embark on this change (the second time around), and how all the members of her family are handling the emotions of the upcoming change.

And then, stay tuned for episode 118, as the conversation continues. Sophie will share an update on how well her plan worked and her insights from the completed transition. She’ll provide the lessons she learned along the way, how she tackled the unexpected issues that arose, and what she would suggest other parents in her situation do differently.

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116. How To Help Your Child Stay In Their Room In The Morning Jan 01, 2024

Once kids transition out of the crib, early morning wakings can become particularly tricky. In this episode, you’ll hear 3 quick tips that can help your child stay in their room in the morning, even if they wake up before their designated wake time in the morning.

Allison mentions Episode 46. The Key to Success with a Toddler Clock

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115. Our Guests Have Even More To Say - Part Two Dec 25, 2023

After each guest interview we do for the podcast, Allison asks our guests some rapid-fire questions unrelated to their area of expertise. Today’s episode is a compilation of all the great “bonus answers” they shared with us in the last six months. These five guests will share their best parenting advice, book and podcast and show recommendations, favorite meal they prepare at home, and the personal goal they are working towards this year.

Links to the previous episodes referred to in this episode:

84. Planning for Your Mental Health Postpartum with Kayce Hodos

89. Ditching Mom Guilt, Setting Boundaries and Creating Balance with Stacey Olson

104. What Your Child’s Preschool Teacher Wishes You Knew with Elizabeth Lane

105. What Your Child’s Kindergarten Teacher Wishes You Knew with Meg Franco

109. The Role of Electrolytes in Reducing Pregnancy Fatigue with Elizabeth Newton

57. Celebrating Our First Anniversary

90. Our Guests Have Even More To Say

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114. How To Use A Timer to Help With Bedtime Dec 18, 2023

If you have a toddler or preschooler who has become a master at stalling before or during their bedtime routine, this episode is for you. Allison is sharing the benefits of using timers to help your child start and get through their bedtime routine. And even if you’ve tried timers in the past and didn’t think they helped, we encourage you to listen. There are a couple mistakes that parents often make when using timers. With easy tweaks, you may find the timer is your friend after all.

Some children really struggle when moving from one activity to another - transitions are hard! Timers can be a helpful tool during these transitions, even if your child has said they don’t like the timer or has ignored the timer in the past. Three transitions where Allison finds timers to be particularly helpful are to help end dinner, to help with moving into the beginning of the bedtime routine, and to indicate when it’s time to get out of a fun bath.

Listen in as she walks you through her strategy with timers, the exact language to use with the timer during these three specific transitions, and what type of timers she feels work well with children.

Allison mentions Episode 13. Helping Your Picky Eater with Alisha Grogan

Allison mentions these timers:

Two minute timer

Three minute timer

Five minute timer

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113. How To Help Your Child Sleep When Traveling To Europe Dec 11, 2023

So many sleep questions arise when parents think of traveling from the U.S. to Europe with young kids. What’s the ideal time of day to fly? Do I let the kids sleep on the plane? What if they don’t sleep well on the plane? How do we adjust to the new time zone? How do I manage sleep schedules so my kids are not overtired the whole trip? How do we fit in dinner at a restaurant and still make sure everyone gets the sleep they need? How to handle kids with different sleep needs on an international trip? The list goes on and on.

In today’s episode, Allison is sharing what she learned about managing her daughters’ sleep on her two trips to Europe. The first was a trip to Italy when her girls were 4 and 6 years old and the second was to France when they were 8 and 10 years old. From the moment you book the flight, she’s got you covered with her own personal experience and the guidance she shares with her clients.

And if you want to hear more from Allison about her travels to France, check out her blog post about her family’s recent trip to Paris. It includes packing tips with must-have items and her suggestions for things to do with kids in Paris.

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112. Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List - Our Team Favorites Dec 04, 2023

Allison and our new coaches, Sophie and Ellen, share gift ideas for the holiday season. They’re sharing suggestions for both the children and adults in your life, plus some items you may want to treat yourself to, as well!

Allison mentions Episode 60. Sleep Products My Clients Loved in 2022

Details on the products mentioned in this episode:

Wine glasses:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1147123827/personalized-virginia-wine-glasses

https://www.etsy.com/listing/657176173/charlottesville-va-map-stemless-wine

Souper Cubes: https://amzn.to/3SF1G49

Ice roller: https://amzn.to/3SGvEo7

Kickee Pants: https://amzn.to/49rsZ7T

Light up letter: https://amzn.to/47c2MJ6

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111. How My Daughter Found Out The Truth About Santa Nov 27, 2023

Today, we’re diving into a topic that many parents face - what happens when your child finds out the truth about Santa Claus. Allison is sharing how her daughter first posed questions about Santa, how she handled telling her the truth, and how they both dealt with the emotions.

Allison mentions Episode 105. What Your Child’s Kindergarten Teacher Wishes You Knew with Meg Franco

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110. [REPLAY] Managing Holiday Travel and Family Expectations Nov 20, 2023

The holiday travel season is upon us. You may be preparing to take your family on a long car ride or be flying somewhere. Your travels may be taking you to stay with family or to stay in a hotel. Some children will be sleeping in their own room during these travels and some of you will need to roomshare. And on top of everything else, many will be traveling to different time zones. So today, Allison is sharing tips to help you with all of these different travel scenarios along with her advice on managing family expectations.

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Allison mentions Episode 6. Managing Family Expectations

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109. The Role of Electrolytes in Reducing Pregnancy Fatigue with Elizabeth Newton Nov 13, 2023

Allison is joined by Elizabeth Newton, a registered dietician and prenatal nutrition specialist, to discuss tips for batting fatigue during pregnancy. Elizabeth has a true passion for optimizing women’s energy and vitality during pregnancy with whole foods and holistic wellness.

While fatigue during pregnancy is complex and can often stem from a combination of multiple factors, one of the first things Elizabeth recommends to pregnant women looking to increase their energy level is to optimize their electrolyte intake. Listen in to hear Elizabeth cover these topics and more:

the importance of electrolytes during pregnancy and lactation
which minerals are included under the electrolyte umbrella
why salt is often misunderstood and the role it can play to improve your health during pregnancy, particularly with conditions such as preeclampsia and gestational diabetes
that all salt is not created equal and how to choose one that will help you meet your needs of trace minerals
how to evaluate electrolyte powders and choose one that’s right for you
her own DIY electrolyte recipe

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108. Q&A - Can A Toddler Clock Work For Children Under 2 Years Old? Nov 06, 2023

Allison believes that toddler clocks (or toddler light systems) are the most valuable sleep tool you can use for a child over the age of 2 years old. She recommends every parent gift one to their child on their second birthday. In today’s episode, however, she answers the question of whether toddler clocks can be helpful for children under 2.

Allison mentions Episode 9. The Truth About Night Lights and Fear of the Dark

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107. How Many Hours of Sleep Do Babies Need? Oct 30, 2023

If you have a child who is 2 years old or younger, this episode is for you. Listen in to hear how much sleep Allison thinks is optimal for babies during their first two years. She is providing detailed advice for each developmental phase in the first two years. She explains the overall amount of sleep that is optimal for each phase, and breaks down how much should be allocated to naps and how much should be night sleep. Download her free guide to refer to as your baby grows and their sleep needs change.

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106. The End of Daylight Saving Time and Your Child's Sleep Oct 23, 2023

The dreaded fall time change is upon us again. In 2023, most of America will move their clocks back one hour on Sunday, November 5th. But there’s no need for concern. Allison has guided her community through this transition for years with great results. Her plan makes it a very quick and mostly painless process. Today she shares how you can help your child smoothly transition to the new time. She also discusses where we currently stand as it relates to the proposed end to switching the clocks twice per year (the Sunshine Protection Act).

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Allison mentions episode 46. The Key to Success with a Toddler Clock

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105. What Your Child’s Kindergarten Teacher Wishes You Knew with Meg Franco Oct 16, 2023

The transition to kindergarten is a big adjustment - both for children and their parents. If your family is going through this transition now, or if it’s on the horizon for you, you’ll surely learn a few things from Allison’s conversation with Meg Franco, a Kindergarten teacher at Ivy Elementary in Charlottesville, VA.

Meg has been teaching kindergarten for 22 years and strives to instill in her students a love of school and learning. Throughout this episode, she offers a glimpse inside a kindergarten classroom with plenty of anecdotes and tips.

Allison and Meg touch on these topics:

The importance of letting your child be independent and learn to solve problems for themselves
Language to use when responding to a child who says they can’t do things on their own
Specific tasks you can teach your child at home that will help them be more successful in kindergarten
Strategies for helping young children build and practice their fine motor skills
How you can help your child build their social emotional and interpersonal skills
Whether or not to encourage a child to say they are sorry and how to make an apology more effective for both parties
Modeling to a child that it’s ok to make mistakes and avoiding perfectionism and the anxiety that often follows
Encouraging a spirit of lifelong learning
The value of keeping a strong line of communication with your child’s teacher
Fostering a child’s empathy and kindness
Subtle mindset shifts parents can consider to improve their communication with this age group
How to prepare a kindergartener to become a reader and a writer: what and how to read at home, ways to encourage letter recognition, learning to hold a pencil or crayon

Meg and Allison mention this book - Have You Filled A Bucket Today?

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104. What Your Child’s Preschool Teacher Wishes You Knew with Elizabeth Lane Oct 09, 2023

Whether you have a child already in preschool or one who will start preschool in the years to come, we know you’ll learn something from this episode. Elizabeth Lane is a preschool teacher at St. Anne’s-Belfield in Charlottesville, Virginia and she’s discussing how best to prepare your child for success in preschool. Listen in to hear Allison and Elizabeth discuss these topics:

Building Independence: Discover the tools you can provide to help your child thrive in a school environment and become more self-reliant.
Home-Based Skills: Learn about the small but mighty skills you can nurture at home to ease your child's transition into preschool.
Tearful Goodbyes: Navigate the challenges of drop-off time and handle both your child's and your own emotions with grace and understanding.
Communication is Key: Explore effective language strategies to help your child cope if they struggle to say goodbye to a caregiver.
Reluctant Mornings: Get tips on motivating a hesitant child in those early morning hours.
Reading Readiness: Discover when your child is developmentally ready to embark on their reading journey and whether to focus on learning to read at home

Allison refers to Episode 101. The Key to Smooth Morning Routines for the School Year

Elizabeth mentions this book - Alphabreaths - the ABCs of Mindful Breathing

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103. Sleep SOS - 8 Year Old Can’t Fall Asleep On Her Own Oct 02, 2023

In this Sleep SOS episode, a listener asks how to help an eight year old who says she can’t fall asleep on her own. Allison has the answer for this listener, plus some general guidelines for helping older kids get enough sleep.

Two weeks ago, Allison asked her Instagram community to submit questions about their child’s sleep. Jenna, a mom of an 8 year old girl, shared that her daughter struggles to fall asleep on her own. If Jenna or her husband stays in the room with her until she falls asleep, she often wakes as they leave and often becomes very agitated.

In this episode, Allison provides Jenna with the steps she recommends they take to get sleep back on track, as well as language Jenna can use with her daughter to explain the changes they need to make. Plus, she offers general advice for parents with older kids who would like to improve their child’s sleep as well.

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102. Sleep SOS - Sudden Dropped Nap Sep 25, 2023

What do you do when your child suddenly decides to stop napping? We’ve got the answer for you today in this Sleep SOS episode.

Earlier this week, Allison asked her Instagram community to submit questions about their child’s sleep. Jessica, a mom of a 4.5 year old boy, is questioning how to address the fact that her son suddenly dropped his nap. You may know from following Allison that the ideal transition away from napping is a gradual one. Jessica’s question highlights one issue with that ideal situation - the fact that the closer your child gets to 5 years old, the higher the chance that they may suddenly drop their nap and not go through the preferred gradual drop.

In this episode, Allison provides her personalized suggestions for Jessica, and addresses how you too can handle this if you’re faced with a similar situation.

Allison refers to Episode 64. Nap, Rest Time or Drop the Nap? Let's Discuss.

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101. The Key to Smooth Morning Routines for the School Year Sep 18, 2023

If you have a child going to daycare, preschool or elementary school and your mornings are stressful, this episode is for you. Allison is providing solutions to some of the most common issues that families struggle with in the mornings. She’s walking you through how her family prepares for smooth mornings, and what things to consider as you develop the plan for your own family. A consistent morning routine will help set your entire family up for a productive day.

Allison refers to Episode 91. A Simple Bedtime Routine That Takes 30 Minutes Or Less

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100. My Story - Why I Became A Sleep Coach Sep 11, 2023

Join Allison in celebrating her 100th episode as she shares what inspired her to become a certified sleep coach in order to help other parents with their children’s sleep. Starting her own business was quite a shift from her previous professional positions. In this episode, she’s sharing her personal backstory and thanking you for allowing her to be part of your parenting journey.

Allison refers to Episode 29. My Postpartum Anxiety Story

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99. Understanding Natural Sleep Talent Sep 04, 2023

Every baby (and adult!) has a different level of natural sleep talent. Understanding where your baby falls on that spectrum of sleep ability is crucial to helping them become a great sleeper.

In today’s episode, Allison is explaining the vast extremes of sleep ability to help you think about sleep a little bit differently. Every baby’s path to becoming a great sleeper is going to be unique. But it’s never too late to help your child (or yourself) learn to sleep well.

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98. 4 Signs Your Kindergartner Could Benefit From More Sleep Aug 28, 2023

Are you wondering if your kindergartner needs more sleep? In this episode, you’ll learn how much sleep is ideal for 5-6 year olds and how to spot the signs that your kindergartner would benefit from more sleep. Allison will offer solutions for making sure your child gets the sleep they need to be ready for the big adjustment to kindergarten.

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97. 3 Tips For Keeping Toddler Sleep on Track with a New Baby Aug 21, 2023

Bringing a new baby into the home is a big adjustment for everyone in the family, including older siblings. Suddenly your toddler isn’t the baby of the family and this new baby needs a lot of attention. This can result in a lot of big feelings and can also trigger a sleep regression. In this episode, Allison is providing tips for keeping sleep on track for your toddler when you’re going to be welcoming a new baby.

Click here for information about the September 2023 session of Allison’s Your Preschool Sleep Champion program

Allison mentions these previous episodes:

29. My Postpartum Anxiety Story

26. 5 Myths About the Crib to Bed Transition

Access Allison’s workshops with these links:

How To Quickly Recover From A Sleep Regression

How To Prepare Your Child For A Smooth Crib To Bed Transition

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96. Determining When A Sick Child Needs To See The Doctor with Dr. Stephanie Grice - Summer Pediatrician Series #3 Aug 14, 2023

This episode is the third in our three-part Summer Pediatrician Series with Dr. Stephanie Grice. In this episode, Allison and Dr. Grice are discussing how to evaluate when your sick or injured child needs to be seen by a doctor.

Dr. Grice shares what symptoms warrant a visit to the doctor, how to decipher whether your child has a virus, what injuries should be seen by a doctor right away, the role of the triage professional and how to advocate for your child.

They also discuss fevers – their role in fighting illness, when to treat with medication at home, and the risk of dehydration from fever. They even touch on the science of febrile seizures and how your family can cope with them.

Allison mentioned:

Episode 43. Every Breastfeeding & Feeding Journey is Unique with Dr. Stephanie Grice

Episode 87. Making The Most of Your Child’s Well Visit With Dr. Stephanie Grice - Summer Pediatrician Series #1

Episode 92. Understanding the Growth Chart with Dr. Stephanie Grice - Summer Pediatrician Series #2

Connect with Dr. Grice on Instagram or her website

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95. Q&A - If my child naps well on a cot at daycare, are they ready for a big kid bed? Aug 07, 2023

Parents often report to Allison that their child naps really well on a cot or mat at daycare and they are wondering if that is an indication that their child is ready for a big kid or toddler bed. Today, Allison is providing an answer to that dilemma. If your child naps well on a cot or mat at daycare, does that mean they will do well sleeping on a big kid bed at home?

Click here for information about Allison’s workshop, How To Prepare Your Child For A Smooth Crib To Bed Transition

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94. When To Introduce a Pillow and Blanket Jul 31, 2023

Allison is often asked about the ideal age to introduce a pillow and blanket to a toddler. In today’s episode, she’s sharing her thoughts on timing, as well as three tips to help as you make the transition.

Links Allison mentions in the episode:

Episode 46. The Key to Success with a Toddler Clock

Episode 76. Q&A - When should I stop putting my child in a sleep sack?

Little Sleepy Head Toddler Pillow

KicKee Pants Toddler Blanket

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93. 5 Ways I Went About Reducing Toxins In My Home Jul 24, 2023

The idea of removing toxins from your home can be overwhelming. When Allison got diagnosed with an autoimmune disease a few years ago, she set out to make some changes in her life to improve her overall health. She focused on three areas - her diet, physical strength and environment. Today, she’s sharing the five ways she addressed reducing the toxins in her home environment.

Links Allison mentions in the episode:

Episode 48. 5 Things That Improved When I Dropped Gluten

Episode 17. How I Found A Fitness Routine That Stuck

Thrive Market Discount Code

ILIA Beauty Discount Code

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92. Understanding The Growth Chart with Dr. Stephanie Grice - Summer Pediatrician Series #2 Jul 17, 2023

This episode is the second in our three-part Summer Pediatrician Series with Dr. Stephanie Grice. In this episode, Allison and Dr. Grice are discussing the growth charts pediatricians use to track a child’s growth.

The way a child “scores” on the growth chart can often cause anxiety for parents. Dr. Grice addresses this concern and explains why your child's placement on the growth chart isn’t nearly as important as their overall growth trajectory. She also shares how the chart can help providers assess if a child is maintaining a healthy weight for their height and when it’s appropriate to stop night feedings with infants.

Allison mentioned:

Episode 43. Every Breastfeeding & Feeding Journey is Unique with Dr. Stephanie Grice

Episode 87. Making The Most of Your Child’s Well Visit With Dr. Stephanie Grice - Summer Pediatrician Series #1

Connect with Dr. Grice on Instagram or her website

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91. A Simple Bedtime Routine That Takes 30 Minutes Or Less Jul 10, 2023

Consistent bedtime routines are a key component to healthy sleep habits. Allison believes that bedtime routines should be short and sweet, completed in 30 minutes or less. In this episode, she’s detailing the steps of her ideal bedtime routine. This is a routine you can implement with your infant, and then follow as your child grows into a toddler, preschooler and then early elementary age child. There are only minor shifts to make as your child grows, and Allison outlines these in this episode as well.

Allison mentions these previous episodes:

1. My Case for an Early Bedtime

65. Drowsy But Awake - What You Need to Know

67. Drowsy But Awake - Troubleshooting

76. Q&A - When should I stop putting my child in a sleep sack?

85. The Benefits of Incorporating a Song Into Your Baby’s Bedtime Routine

Click here for information about Allison’s Get Your Evenings Back Preschool Sleep Workshop

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90. Our Guests Have Even More To Say Jul 03, 2023

After each guest interview we do for the podcast, Allison asks our guests some rapid-fire questions unrelated to their area of expertise. Today’s episode is a compilation of all the great “bonus answers” they shared with us in the last six months. These five guests will share their best parenting advice, book and podcast and show recommendations, favorite meal they prepare at home, and the personal goal they are working towards this year.

Links to the interviews referred to in this episode:

57. Celebrating Our First Anniversary

66. Hitting the Rolling Milestone with Dr. Kristi Hammerle

70. Understanding Pelvic Floor Dysfunction with Dr. Danielle Bailey

72. Cultivating Adult Friendships with Amanda Sovik-Johnston

73. A Conversation with My Best Friend with Laura Pflum

78. Infertility and IVF - How To Care For Yourself with Michelle Streeter

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89. Ditching Mom Guilt, Setting Boundaries and Creating Balance In Your Life with Stacey Olson Jun 26, 2023

Allison is joined by Stacey Olson, a Leadership and Positive Psychology Certified Coach, for an in-depth conversation about topics we know many parents struggle with – mom guilt, setting boundaries and creating balance in the many areas of our lives.

Request your copy of Stacey’s resource

Learn more about Stacey:

Website

Instagram

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88. Should You Wake Your Baby To Feed Them At Night? Jun 19, 2023

In today’s episode, Allison is answering a question that parents of newborns often ask her – should you wake your baby to feed them during the night?

There is no one right answer to this question, but if your goal is to help your baby naturally learn how to sleep for longer stretches at night, check this episode out!

Check out Allison’s free class - 5 Common Mistakes That Can Undermine Your Newborn’s Sleep

Allison mentioned Episode 10. Why I Don't Recommend a Dream Feed After 12 Weeks

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87. Making The Most of Your Child’s Well Visit with Dr. Stephanie Grice - Summer Pediatrician Series #1 Jun 12, 2023

This episode begins our three-part Summer Pediatrician Series with Dr. Stephanie Grice. In this episode, Allison and Dr. Grice are discussing well child visits. They cover how you can prepare for these important visits when your child is an infant or toddler, and then as they grow into a preschooler and an early elementary age child and beyond. Dr. Grice shares how much time is typically allotted for these visits, and what items are on the provider’s checklist to cover in that time.

Allison was able to ask Dr. Grice about many aspects of the well visits: dealing with a child’s anxiety or fear of going to the doctor (or receiving shots), what questions are best covered in a well visit and which ones need a separate appointment, how to deal with a sibling that tags along for the appointment, whether it’s important to consistently see the same provider, and so much more.

Allison mentioned Episode 43. Every Breastfeeding & Feeding Journey is Unique with Dr. Stephanie Grice

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86. When to Stop Swaddling and How to Make the Transition Jun 05, 2023

In the early weeks you’re trying to figure out swaddling, and then you start to wonder when you should stop swaddling and how the heck you’re going to do that.

After you figure out which swaddle works best for your baby, it can be a lifesaver in the sleep department, particularly if you have a baby with a strong moro startle reflex. As soon as you start to see the positive effects of using the swaddle, you may find yourself starting to worry about how your baby will ever sleep without being swaddled.

In today’s episode, Allison is sharing her thoughts on the ideal time to transition out of the swaddle, and ways you can help your baby through this transition.

Check out Allison’s free class - 5 Common Mistakes That Can Undermine Your Newborns' Sleep

Allison mentioned Episode 76. Q&A - When should I stop putting my child in a sleep sack?

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85. The Benefits of Incorporating a Song Into Your Baby’s Bedtime Routine May 29, 2023

It’s widely believed that a consistent bedtime routine is important. Today, Allison wants to highlight one particular step in your child’s routine that she believes to be particularly worth your attention – the bedtime song. In this episode, she’s explaining the many benefits to ending your child’s bedtime and naptime routine with a simple song.

Allison mentioned Episode 26. 5 Myths About the Crib to Bed Transition

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84. Planning for Your Mental Health Postpartum with Kayce Hodos May 22, 2023

May is Maternal Mental Health Awareness month. Regular listeners know how much importance Allison places on maternal wellness. Today, we are looking at maternal wellness from yet another angle.

For this episode, Allison is joined by Kayce Hodos, a maternal mental health therapist and coach. Allison and Kayce are discussing proactive steps you can take to support a new mom’s mental health during her pregnancy and after the baby is born.

They discuss why a new mom’s mental health is just as important as her physical health, what can be done during pregnancy to prepare for a mentally healthy postpartum, the many ways new parents can find support, the role a partner can play, how to enlist friends and family to help in ways that suit the new mom the best, and much more.

Resources for maternal mental health:

Postpartum.net

National maternal mental health hotline: Call or text 1-833-9-HELP4MOMS or visit the website

Find Kayce on Instagram or on her website

Listen to previous episodes mentioned:

Episode 29. My Postpartum Anxiety Story

Episode 30. How to Keep Reaching for the Light with Britt Davis

Episode 31. Sleep Makes Such a Difference with Caroline Vasquez

Episode 32. Where Did I Go with Ellen Jones and Holly Kennedy

Episode 82. A Husband’s Perspective on the Postpartum Journey

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83. How Can I Make My Child Flexible When it Comes to Sleep? May 15, 2023

Most parents want to have a child who is flexible when it comes to their sleep. And children can really vary as to how well they can handle flexibility in their sleep schedule and where they sleep. While Allison doesn’t think you can determine where your child naturally falls on the sleep flexibility scale, she does believe that there are things you can do to maximize your child’s sleep flexibility. Today, she’s walking you through three things that will help you both determine how flexible your child is and maximize that flexibility.

Listen to Episode 79. The Freedom of a Consistent Sleep Schedule

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82. The Postpartum Journey from the Perspective of Three Husbands with Mike Vasquez, Alex Grant and Todd Kennedy May 08, 2023

Last May, in recognition of Maternal Mental Health Awareness month, we shared several very personal stories of postpartum anxiety and depression across four episodes of How Long ‘Til Bedtime. As we discussed then, it is believed that 1 in 5 new moms experience some level of perinatal mood or anxiety disorder. And when a new mom experiences postpartum anxiety or depression, her partner is 50% more likely to also experience anxiety or depression.

So this year, as a follow up, we wanted to share a slightly different perspective on this very important topic. We have three men chiming in for today’s episode. Mike Vasquez and Todd Kennedy are married to women who shared their postpartum struggles with us in those episodes last May. And Alex Grant is the husband of a member of Allison’s Sleep Tight community. Allison asked Mike, Todd and Alex some questions about their own personal adjustment to parenthood and their experience of having a partner struggle with postpartum anxiety or depression.

Listen to previous episodes mentioned:

Episode 15. How Newborn Moms Can Get 4-5 Hours of Sleep

Episode 29. My Postpartum Anxiety Story

Episode 30. How to Keep Reaching for the Light with Britt Davis

Episode 31. Sleep Makes Such a Difference with Caroline Vasquez

Episode 32. Where Did I Go with Ellen Jones and Holly Kennedy

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81. How Much Sleep Does a Toddler or Preschooler Need? May 01, 2023

If you do any research into how much sleep your toddler or preschooler needs, you’ll likely find a range of about 10-14 hours for children ages 2 to 5 years old. That’s a really big range. And each child’s sleep needs are different. How do you know how much sleep YOUR child needs? And how much of it should be nighttime sleep versus daytime naps?

Allison has learned quite a bit on this topic over the almost 7 years she’s been doing one on one coaching with families. She’s putting her experience from working with hundreds of young children to work for you today.

In this episode, Allison is sharing the indicators you can watch for to determine how much sleep is ideal for your child. She’s covering how making sure your child is getting enough sleep can often help them reach developmental milestones. She’ll also share advice on how to get your child more sleep if you find out they aren’t getting enough.

Listen to Episode 1. My Case for an Early Bedtime

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80. Thumb Sucking - Breaking the Habit Apr 24, 2023

The thought of breaking a child’s thumb or finger sucking habit causes a lot of stress for many parents Allison works with. Today, she is sharing the approach she encourages all of her clients to take. Spoiler alert: having a plan and preparing your child are crucial. Listen in to hear the strategy and language to use with your child in anticipation of the transition and as you’re moving through it.

Listen to Episode 20. Breaking Up With The Pacifier

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79. The Freedom of a Consistent Sleep Schedule Apr 17, 2023

Today, Allison is making her case for a consistent nap and sleep schedule for your baby or child. Allison knows that many parents initially resist the idea of putting their baby on a schedule, and often set out as new parents with the goal of being flexible and continuing the “go with the flow” lifestyle they led before becoming parents. She was one of those parents, too – initially. But through her own experience with her first daughter, she learned that there is actually a lot of freedom in the predictability of a schedule. In this episode she explains why that is the case, and urges listeners to consider how some consistency could benefit your family as well.

Check out Episode 29. My Postpartum Anxiety Story

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78. Infertility and IVF - Caring For Yourself with Michelle Streeter Apr 10, 2023

In today’s episode, Allison has a conversation with Michelle Streeter, an infertility and IVF support coach and founder of thrIVF. Michelle opens up about her own experience with infertility and IVF and offers suggestions for how women can cope with the challenges that often come up along the way.

Caring for yourself as you go through this process is paramount and Michelle offers advice on finding joy and the support you need. They also discuss how Michelle’s husband handled their fertility struggle, and what resources are available for men during this journey.

Learn more about Michelle: Website or Instagram

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77. Separation and Divorce: Managing Your Child’s Sleep At Different Homes Apr 03, 2023

Providing a consistent sleep environment for your child is important. Two parents living together and parenting as a couple often find it difficult to stay on the same page when it comes to sleep. Obviously, things can be even more challenging when you are co-parenting with a parent who lives in a different home. In today’s episode, Allison is sharing strategies for helping your child maintain healthy sleep habits as they shift back and forth between two homes.

Check out Episode 1. My Case for an Early Bedtime

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76. Q&A - When should I stop putting my child in a sleep sack? Mar 27, 2023

Sleep sacks are safe, wearable blankets. Allison often recommends them to her clients, but likely not for the reason most people would suspect. She believes they play a very important role in keeping our toddlers in the crib as long as possible. In this episode, Allison answers the question of how long she recommends parents continue to put their children in sleep sacks.

Check out Episode 26. 5 Myths About the Crib to Bed Transition

Allison mentions:

Kyte Sleep Sack

Woolino Sleep Sack

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75. 5 Products I’m Loving Right Now Mar 20, 2023

We know busy parents love to try products that come highly recommended from people in their lives. From time-to-time Allison creates an episode highlighting her favorite products. Today, Allison shares 5 products she’s currently loving.

You can use these links to check out these products:

Over The Sink Drying Rack

Souper Cubes

Explore Allison’s previous 5 recommendations in Episode 39

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74. Helping a Toddler and a Baby Share a Room Mar 13, 2023

Managing bedtimes and midday nap times when a toddler and a baby share a room can be very tricky. And making sure each child gets the sleep they need can be a real challenge. In today’s episode, Allison is offering suggestions for preparing your toddler and baby to share a room, and tips for solving the challenges that often come up along the way.

Allison mentions:

Episode 46. The Key to Success with a Toddler Clock

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73. A Conversation with My Best Friend with Laura Pflum Mar 06, 2023

This week, Allison is continuing her focus on adult friendships with a conversation with her life-long best friend, Laura Pflum. Allison and Laura share how they’ve maintained their friendship through the many changes they’ve gone through in their lives, and while living far from each other. They discuss how friends can be very different from each other, and how those differences may actually strengthen the bonds between friends and enrich you as an individual. Laura opens up about being vulnerable in order to make new friends in her local area, and the steps she has taken to turn acquaintances into true, close friends.

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72. Cultivating Adult Friendships with Amanda Sovik-Johnston Feb 27, 2023

Today’s episode is focused on adult friendships. Allison is joined by Amanda Sovik-Johnston, a clinical psychologist and the host of the Active & Connected Families podcast. Allison and Amanda discuss the challenges of making new friends as an adult, and the three conditions that must be present for new friendships to develop. They touch on how friendships change and evolve over the seasons of life, and offer tips for nurturing the friendships that matter to you most.

Amanda mentions these resources:

Virginia Family Therapy

Psychology Today

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71. The Truth About Growing Pains and Sleep Feb 20, 2023

Did you know that the aches and pains widely referred to as “growing pains” really have nothing to do with growing at all. These common pains, however, can really mess with your child’s sleep.

In today’s episode, Allison is sharing what we know about these pains and two proactive strategies you can use with your child to help them avoid these nighttime pains. Plus, she’ll discuss tips for helping your child find relief if these pains are already an issue.

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70. Understanding Pelvic Floor Dysfunction with Dr. Danielle Bailey Feb 13, 2023

In today’s episode, Allison is joined by Dr. Danielle Bailey, a pelvic floor physical therapist. They discuss many aspects of the pelvic floor and how it can be affected by pregnancy and giving birth. Dr. Bailey provides a clear explanation of the anatomy and function of the pelvis and pelvic floor and shares the many symptoms a woman may experience and when a pelvic floor physical therapist could help. Allison and Dr. Bailey discuss incontinence or leakage of urine or stool, urgency or frequency of going to the restroom, pain during intercourse, constipation or diarrhea, joint discomfort, diastasis recti (abdominal muscles separating), or pain in the hip, back or tailbone.

Pelvic floor dysfunction can affect all women, regardless of age, whether they have even been pregnant or not, or whether they’ve delivered a baby vaginally or via c-section. Allison asks Dr. Bailey what symptoms warrant a visit to a physical therapist, what to expect during the first visit, whether it’s ever too late to seek help, whether Kegel exercises are still being recommended to women, and even her thoughts on the Squatty Potty.

Dr. Bailey shares why she feels it’s very important for women to be proactive when it comes to the function of their pelvic floor, how she customizes treatment for each woman’s personal situation and offers details on the solutions and strategies she uses with her patients for some of the most common issues women face.

Follow Dr. Bailey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/360_healthcoach/

Check out Dr. Bailey’s website: https://360hws.com/

Dr. Bailey recommends these websites for more information:

www.apta.org

www.pelvicguru.com

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69. Sleep SOS - Teething and Sleep Struggles Feb 06, 2023

How closely linked are teething and sleep? This week on How Long ‘Til Bedtime, we tried something new. We’re calling this episode style Sleep SOS and if you like it, we can start incorporating more of these.

Earlier this week, Allison asked her Instagram community to submit questions about their child’s sleep. Amy, a mom of a 9 month old boy, had a question about teething and what role it might be playing with her son’s struggle to transition down to two naps. Allison shares her thoughts on teething and sleep and her personalized suggestions for Amy.

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68. Helping Babies Sleep Better at Daycare Jan 30, 2023

How can I help my child sleep better at daycare? This is the question Allison hears from parents daily. Daycare sleep can be tricky, even for babies who sleep well at home. But, there are a few things that can really help improve a child’s daycare sleep.

Whether your child hasn’t yet started daycare or has started and is struggling, take a listen to this episode because Allison is sharing 5 important tips for helping your child sleep better at daycare.

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67. Drowsy But Awake - Troubleshooting Jan 23, 2023

In episode 65, Allison discussed the importance of teaching your baby to fall asleep independently by practicing putting them down drowsy but awake. In today’s episode, she’s circling back on this concept to troubleshoot a bit and provide solutions to the number problem parents encounter when they begin working on this with their baby - their baby “wakes up” or cries the moment they are put in the crib.

Allison mentions episode 65. Drowsy But Awake - What You Need to Know

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66. Hitting the Rolling Milestone with Dr. Kristi Hammerle Jan 16, 2023

As babies learn to roll it often has a significant impact on sleep. Sometimes it’s a positive impact and sometimes it’s a negative impact. Over the last year, Allison has had more and more families come to her with 6 and 7 month old babies who are not yet rolling and it has increased her interest in learning more about this big milestone.

So today, she’s joined by Dr. Kristi Hammerle of Year One Wellness. Dr. Hammerle is a pediatric physical therapist focused on the first year of life. They discuss when parents can expect a baby to be rolling, reasons a baby may be a late roller, whether it matters if your baby rolls belly to back or back to belly first, exercises you can do with your baby to strengthen the muscles needed for rolling, tips for making tummy time more enjoyable for baby, reasons why babies may need some help with this skill, how parents can find help if they think their baby needs to see a specialist in this area, and so much more.

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Website: https://www.yearonewellness.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yearonewellness/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yearonewellness

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65. Drowsy But Awake - What You Need to Know Jan 09, 2023

Drowsy but awake is a key piece to the puzzle when you are trying to teach your new baby to sleep for longer stretches at night or working on lengthening naps. But this is easier said than done, right? What does “drowsy but awake” even mean? Many parents tell Allison that they don’t really understand how to teach their baby to be content with being put down awake so they can fall asleep independently.

In today’s episode, Allison is sharing why this is an important skill to teach your baby, at what age you should start working on this, and how exactly to put this idea into practice.

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64. Nap, Rest Time or Drop the Nap? Let's Discuss. Jan 02, 2023

Naps during the toddler and preschool years are complicated. If your child is 2 years old or older and is struggling with bedtime, night wakings or early morning wakings, chances are that someone has recommended that you drop their nap. So is that the best answer? That’s what Allison is talking about in today’s episode.

She’s covering why she believes most kids under 3.5 years old can benefit from a nap, what research has shown about kids who continue napping, why dropping the nap should be a gradual process, and how to tell if your child would benefit from keeping the nap or just adding more night sleep. She also covers some of the challenges parents face when it comes to navigating naps at schools and daycares.

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63. Learning to Read - What I Discovered After My Daughter's Struggle Dec 26, 2022

In early elementary school, Allison’s daughter, Addison, faced some challenges as she struggled to learn to read. Thankfully, the story for Addison has a happy ending. She is now a skilled and avid reader. But, Addison’s journey helped Allison uncover a problem with the reading curriculum that exists in many of our nation’s schools. Allison found a tremendous resource that helped her understand this issue better.

In today’s episode, she’s sharing the details of Addison’s personal journey to learn to read, as well as the resource you too can use if your child is having similar struggles.

Listen to Sold a Story: https://features.apmreports.org/sold-a-story/

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62. Encouraging My Girls to Dream Big Dec 19, 2022

Allison and her family started a new tradition last year that set the stage for everyone to dream in a way that can impact their day-to-day lives. They took time as a family to come up with a list of their dreams for 2022. Little glimpses of how they were all striving to make these dreams a reality kept popping up throughout the year.

In today’s episode, Allison will share why teaching her kids to dream is important to her. She’ll talk about how they developed their “dream sheet”, tell you a bit about what each of her girls brought to the list, and share how they are going to continue this practice as they ring in 2023.

Allison mentions Episode 27. Nightmares and Night Terrors - What You Need to Know

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61. New Year Habits - My Year in Review Dec 12, 2022

In today’s episode, Allison is reviewing her progress towards reaching the goals she set for herself at the beginning of the year (spoiler alert – everything didn’t go as planned!). She’s checking in on herself and sharing how she did with her system of quarterly check-ins and building the practices she wants to establish in her life. Plus, she shares her plans for habits she wants to go after in 2023.

Listen to Episode 12. New Year Habits

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60. Sleep Products My Clients Loved in 2022 Dec 05, 2022

Allison shares six sleep products that she and her clients have been loving the most in 2022.

Listen to Episode 22. 4 Tips for Navigating Sleep When Your Child is Sick

Listen to Episode 26. 5 Myths About the Crib to Bed Transition

Listen to Episode 46. The Key to Success with a Toddler Clock

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Hatch: Click here to see the two versions of Hatch on their website. Click here to see the less expensive version on Amazon. Click here to see the more expensive version on Amazon.

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59. Dealing with Dietary Restrictions Around the Holidays Nov 28, 2022

Many of us deal with food allergies or dietary restrictions in our everyday routines. This can be overwhelming at times, but when you add in travel or holiday dining and parties, managing our food choices can be much trickier. Today, Allison shares how she stays gluten free over the holiday season. She touches on how she makes sure she has the correct food for herself no matter if she’s staying at someone else’s home or eating at someone else’s table, and how she prepares for parties and travel.

Listen to:

Episode 42. How I Got Diagnosed With Hashimotos

Episode 48. 5 Things That Improved When I Dropped Gluten

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58. Managing Holiday Travel and Family Expectations Nov 21, 2022

The holiday travel season is upon us. You may be preparing to take your family on a long car ride or be flying somewhere. Your travels may be taking you to stay with family or to stay in a hotel. Some children will be sleeping in their own room during these travels and some of you will need to roomshare. And on top of everything else, many will be traveling to different time zones. So today, Allison is sharing tips to help you with all of these different travel scenarios along with her advice on managing family expectations.

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Allison’s favorite travel white noise machine

Listen to Episode 6. Managing Family Expectations

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57. Celebrating Our First Anniversary Nov 14, 2022

We recently marked the one year anniversary of How Long ‘Til Bedtime. Cue the confetti! Thank you all for listening in and coming along this journey with us. Stay tuned for many more practical solutions as we head into our second year.

Throughout our first year, we invited many guests to share their expertise with us. After each interview, Allison asked each of them some rapid-fire questions unrelated to their area of expertise. Today’s episode is a compilation of all the great “bonus answers” they shared with us. Our twelve guests will share their best parenting advice, book and podcast recommendations, and advice on how parents can take good care of themselves.

Links to all our guest interviews from our first year:

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56. Fall Time Change - Troubleshooting Nov 07, 2022

Allison is addressing the two most common questions and concerns she hears from families after the fall time change.

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55. Get Sleep Back on Track After Halloween Oct 31, 2022

Happy Halloween! Today, Allison shares her approach to Halloween and sleep around this unique day. If your child is nervous, worried or scared before or after Halloween, there are four things you can do to help you get your child’s sleep back on track quickly and avoid a sleep regression. Listen in to hear Allison walk you through all four.

Listen to episode 53. Conquering Nighttime Fears and Nightmares with Addison Egidi

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54. Fall Time Change - Avoiding Early Wakings Oct 24, 2022

The dreaded fall time change is upon us again. But there’s no need for concern. Allison has guided her community through this transition for years with great results. Her plan makes it a very quick and mostly painless process. Today she shares how you can help your child smoothly transition to the new time and avoid getting stuck with crazy early wakings. She also discusses where we currently stand as it relates to the proposed end to switching the clocks twice per year (the Sunshine Protection Act).

Click here for the free cheat sheet download Allison created for you

Allison mentions episode 46. The Key to Success with a Toddler Clock

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53. Conquering Nighttime Fears and Nightmares with Addison Egidi Oct 17, 2022

Today, Allison has a very sweet and informative conversation with her 9 year old daughter, Addison. Good sleep doesn’t come easily to Addison. She’s prone to worrying at bedtime and to having nightmares. Sensitive children like Addison are the children most likely to have a sleep regression triggered by Halloween. So, Allison is talking with Addison about ways to help your child stay on track even if they are exposed to something that could trigger nighttime fears or nightmares during this spooky season. Addison is wise beyond her years and you’re really going to enjoy hearing her take on sleep. This episode will be one to share with your own children.

Click here to listen to episode 16. Helping Your Child Identify As a Good Sleeper with Ainsley Egidi

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52. Orthodontics Can Improve More Than Just Your Smile with Dr. Andrew Glassick Oct 10, 2022

In today’s episode, Allison has a fascinating discussion with Dr. Andrew Glassick, an orthodontist in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Glassick developed a real passion for understanding how orthodontics can improve children’s health and sleep after an experience with his daughter prompted him to learn more about how the structure of the face and mouth can play a major role in our sleep and overall health. They discuss many topics that are of interest to parents: when a tongue tie release would be appropriate, the role of myofunctional therapy before and after those procedures, what impact pacifiers and thumb-sucking have our on child’s facial structure, how orthodontic intervention can help children who deal with sleep apnea, bedwetting and even ADHD, and much more. Dr. Glassick shares the ideal time to have your child seen by an orthodontist, what those visits will look like, and how parents can best advocate for their children in this area. We guarantee you are going to learn something new from this episode.

Find out more about Dr. Soroush Zaghi at https://www.zaghimd.com/

Contact Dr. Glassick at https://cvillebraces.com/ or by emailing info@cvillebraces.com

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51. Q&A - How do I trust a babysitter to put my child to bed? Oct 03, 2022

Today, Allison is responding to several listeners who have asked for advice on how to trust a babysitter to put their child to bed. Once you have bedtime running smoothly, it can be hard to imagine putting that in jeopardy just to have a night out. But, with the right preparation, a night with a babysitter does not have to take your sleep routine off track. In this episode, Allison is outlining things you can do to set both your child and sitter up for success. She’ll also share some common mistakes she hears about from her clients that can easily be avoided.

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50. Helping Grandparents Follow Your Sleep Plan and Schedule Sep 26, 2022

Allison works with many families who have grandparents taking a very active role in childcare. Having family members help to take care of children brings so many benefits, but it can also provide some challenges. Some parents find it difficult to convince grandparents to follow their child’s sleep plan and schedule. Today, Allison shares some of the reasons why this can be a sticking point for grandparents and offers solutions for getting everyone on the same page.

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49. Taking the Stress Out of Family Photos with Leah O’Connell Sep 19, 2022

Today, Allison talks with Leah O’Connell, a family photographer in Charlottesville, Virginia. They discuss how to de-stress a family photo session. There are many great nuggets of advice in this episode, with a lot of laughs sprinkled in, too! Leah advises Allison on:

how to choose outfits for your family to wear
how to choose the location, season and time of day for your session
why your home is a great location for family photos
tips for including your pets in your photos
how to achieve natural looking candid shots
easy approaches for kids who have a hard time smiling authentically in photos
the importance of working with your partner to choose the right photographer and to set an expectation for the session
the ideal length of a family session
and much more

Links to the blog posts Leah mentions:

https://lofirefly.com/family-photo-location-ideas-in-charlottesville/
https://lofirefly.com/tips-for-family-photos-with-your-dog/
Free style guide - 5 steps to simplify your family photo outfits: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/631f8332e7f6956350b439ab

Find Leah at www.lofirefly.com or on Instagram @fireflyphoto_leah

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48. 5 Things That Improved When I Dropped Gluten Sep 12, 2022

Allison shared that she’s been diagnosed with Hashimotos disease in episode 42. As a result of her research on how to improve her thyroid condition, she learned that gluten is the number one irritant for people with thyroid issues and Hashimotos. Once she started eliminating gluten in her life, it didn’t take long for her to realize she would never eat gluten again. Today she shares 5 things that improved within 30 days of dropping gluten.

Other episodes Allison references:

42. How I Got Diagnosed With Hashimotos

17. How I Found A Fitness Routine That Stuck

25. Top 5 Ways I Ensure I Get A Good Night Sleep

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47. My Decision to Limit Screen Time Sep 05, 2022

Today, Allison shares why and how she removed screens from her house during the work and school week… and the impact that decision has had. While she strongly recommends that kids have no screens from dinner to bedtime for sleep reasons, she also suggests you might try out this plan for setting a boundary if you are still struggling with screens. She thinks your family dynamic may also shift in a positive way!

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46. The Key to Success with a Toddler Clock Aug 29, 2022

Allison considers toddler clocks the most valuable sleep tool a parent can use for children over the age of 2 years old. Today she shares the one key to ensuring one of these little clocks or lights will become your best parenting hack. Whether you haven’t yet introduced a clock or light system or you previously tried and it wasn’t effective, this episode is for you!

Enrollment in the September 2022 session of Allison’s preschool sleep program with extra support has closed, but you can still enroll in the program here.

Allison recommends these products:

Newest Hatch with Alexa

Original Hatch without Alexa

Allison mentioned these previous podcast episodes:

26. 5 Myths About the Crib to Bed Transition

9. The Truth About Night Lights and Fear of the Dark

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45. Cutting Out Snacks and Milk at Bedtime Aug 22, 2022

Parents are often anxious about cutting out snacks or milk before bedtime. In today’s episode, Allison shares how bedtime snacks often link to your child’s behavior at dinner and the best way to cut them out with limited drama. She gives you a plan to smoothly remove the bedtime snacks and milk from your child’s routine. She finds that most families can make this change within three nights of sticking to her plan.

Links to the visual timers Allison recommends:

5 Minute Timer

3 Minute Timer

2 Minute Timer

Listen to Episode 13: Helping Your Picky Eater with Alisha Grogan

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44. Back to School Sleep Tips Aug 15, 2022

Whether you’re preparing to send your child back to school or you’re already in the throes of the new school year, this episode will help you think about optimal sleep as it relates to school performance. Allison will walk you through how to figure out how much sleep your child needs and how to adjust their schedule if it needs some tweaking after a more relaxed summer.

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Sleep Duration and Kindergarten Adjustment article

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43. Every Breastfeeding & Feeding Journey is Unique with Dr. Stephanie Grice Aug 08, 2022

In today’s episode, Allison has a fascinating conversation with Dr. Stephanie Grice, a beloved pediatrician in Charlottesville, Virginia. Allison set out to interview Dr. Grice about the issues families face as they learn to feed their baby, but as they got talking, the conversation ended up more like a chat over coffee than a formal interview. We invite you to listen in as they discuss some of the challenges families face when trying to breastfeed, some of the options available if breastfeeding doesn’t go as planned, whether probiotics for babies are a good idea, how to help babies with reflux, how best to approach your pediatrician with feeding concerns, how best to support a new mom in your life, and so much more. If you’ve ever wished you could just pick your pediatrician’s brain, this is the episode for you.

Connect with Dr. Grice on Instagram

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42. How I Got Diagnosed With Hashimotos Aug 01, 2022

Did you know that nearly 20 million people suffer from thyroid disease and up to 60% are unaware of it? Or that women are 5-8 times more likely to have thyroid disease? In 2020, Allison learned that she had hypothyroidism, caused by an autoimmune disease called Hashimotos. A routine physical was the beginning of an ongoing health journey for her. She gets lots of questions about her Hashimotos, so in today’s episode she breaks it all down for her listeners.

Click here for more information on Dr. Mark Hyman’s podcast, The Doctor’s Farmacy

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41. My Feeding Journey: It Didn’t Go As Planned Jul 25, 2022

August is National Breastfeeding Month. In the coming weeks, Allison will have conversations with experts on both breastfeeding and formula feeding. Today, she is sharing her own personal feeding journey. Things didn’t go as she planned with either of her two daughters. This is a candid walk through how she fed her daughters and how she felt along the way. Allison hopes her story helps other new moms who are facing the same challenges feel less alone.

Allison mentions Episode 29: My Postpartum Anxiety Story

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40. Bedtime and Nighttime Passes - Why I No Longer Recommend Them Jul 18, 2022

Today, Allison shares her thoughts on a very popular sleep intervention approach for preschoolers and early elementary age children - the bedtime or nighttime pass. She’s not a fan of this method and she wants to help you understand why because it may help you as you evaluate various approaches.

Learn about Allison’s Preschool Sleep Program: Your Preschool Sleep Champion

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39. 5 Products I’m Loving Right Now Jul 11, 2022

We know busy parents love to try products that come highly recommended from people in their lives. From time-to-time Allison is going to create an episode highlighting her favorite products. Today, Allison shares 5 products she’s currently loving.

You can use these links to check out these products:

Dandelion Turkish Towels

Swim Coverup

Spot Cover For Pimples

Instagram account: @everydayreading

Bookmark with Timer

The Secret Keeper

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38. Q&A - Is it a good idea to introduce a pacifier? Jul 04, 2022

In this Q&A episode, Allison tackles a question from an expectant mom. This listener wonders if she should introduce a pacifier to her baby. She’s worried it could negatively affect nursing and she’s concerned about needing to break up with it down the road. Allison provides both the pros and cons of introducing a pacifier, as well as her thoughts on whether introducing one is overall a good idea.

Check out Episode 20: Breaking Up With The Pacifier

Allison’s community likes these pacifiers: BIBS Pacifier, NUK pacifiers, Avent Soothie, Avent Ultra Air, MAM

Link to free newborn class: 5 Common Mistakes That Can Undermine Your Newborn's Sleep

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37. July 4th Fireworks and Sleep Jun 27, 2022

As the United States prepares to celebrate July 4th with a long weekend of fireworks, Allison shares thoughts on protecting good sleep for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

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36. Choosing a Sunscreen with Bev Sidders Jun 20, 2022

Buckle up listeners, this is a good one. This episode is packed with helpful information. Allison talks to Bev Sidders, a chemical engineer turned licensed master esthetician, about all things sunscreen…. plus a little bonus on bug spray as well.

Each question Allison asks Bev yields tons of great information. Here are some of the highlights: how to choose the right sunscreen for everyone in your family, which sunscreen ingredients you should look for and which you should avoid and why, how to use the EWG app to check the safety of the products your family uses, Bev’s recommendations for specific sunscreen products for the whole family, what SPF we should be using and how often we need to reapply, bug spray brands Bev recommends and tips for applying, how to treat a sunburn, whether sunscreen really expires, whether going outside unprotected to boost Vitamin D levels is a good idea, the scoop on all those foundation and SPF combos out there… and much more.

Notes from Bev:

– choose a 100% mineral sunscreen with zinc oxide and titanium dioxide

– avoid aerosol sprays to limit risk of exposure to benzene

– avoid chemical sunscreens with aminobenzoic acid (PABA) and trolamine salicylate (both were deemed unsafe by the FDA in 2019)

– avoid chemical sunscreens with oxybenzone and octinoxate (both are potential endocrine system disruptors and are not reef safe, but are found in nearly 65% of all non-mineral sunscreens)

– avobenzone is the least dangerous choice if you have to use a chemical sunscreen

– avoid sunscreens containing shea butter, petroleum, sweet almond oil, cocoa butter, retinols and niacinamide if you are prone to acne

You can find out more about Bev or ask her a question on her website, Instagram and Facebook:

www.bevsidders.com

https://www.instagram.com/bevsiddersskincare/

https://www.facebook.com/bevsiddersskincare

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35. Summer Travel Sleep Tips Jun 13, 2022

Allison definitely learned from personal experience that summer vacations with infants or young children can be difficult. These adventures definitely can feel more like trips rather than vacations because young children still need round-the-clock care and they have the ability to derail any plans very quickly. In today’s episode, Allison will help you navigate the sleep aspect of your summer travel so all the other pieces can flow more smoothly.

She’ll cover how to work around naps and bedtime when traveling by car, how to best navigate your child’s sleep schedule when flying, how to set up your child’s sleep space in your new location, what items are true necessities when traveling with young children, what to do if you’re sharing a bedroom with your child while you travel, and, probably most importantly, she’ll walk you through how to reset your sleep habits quickly once you’ve come back home.

Allison recommends these products in this episode: travel white noise, Slumber Pod (use code SLEEPANDWELLNESS20 to save $20), travel toddler mattress

Allison mentions episode 26 on the crib to bed transition

Use this link to purchase a 30 minute call with Allison for personalized guidance

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34. Summer Sleep Schedules for Kids - Flexible or Not? Jun 06, 2022

As summer approaches each year, Allison gets questions about relaxed summer bedtime schedules. Parents wonder whether they can shift bedtime later when kids don’t need to wake for school. Or they need help explaining to their child why they have to go to bed when it’s still light outside.

In today’s episode, Allison will address some things to keep in mind if you’re thinking about summer sleep schedules. She’ll cover how to know if your child can be flexible with their sleep schedule or if they are more sensitive to bedtime changes. She’ll give you some language to use if your child is asking why they need to go to bed when it’s still light outside and how to keep your child’s room dark all year long.

Allison recommends these shades

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33. Baby Gifts and Registries with Ashley Sharp May 30, 2022

Today’s episode is a fun one. Allison shares baby gift and registry tips from the moms in her Have Baby, Need Sleep newborn sleep coaching program and her Sleep Tight community. Ashley Sharp, the owner of Allison’s favorite local baby boutique, Green Bean Baby Boutique, joins Allison to share her product recommendations for babies and moms.

Check out Ashley’s store at Green Bean Baby Boutique or https://www.instagram.com/greenbeancville

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32. Where Did I Go with Ellen Jones and Holly Kennedy May 23, 2022

Today we close out our four-part series dedicated to maternal mental health. Allison is joined by two friends, Ellen Jones and Holly Kennedy, who share Allison’s passion for helping new moms and have created a maternal coaching business called Mother Tree Wellness. They share the challenges they faced in their own personal postpartum journeys and offer concrete advice for moms navigating this major life transition.

Ellen and Holly share simple strategies moms can use to orient themselves to motherhood, find their sense of self again after giving birth and use the anchor points in their routines and relationships to find the peace and joy in this new phase of their life. They clarify what exactly maternal coaching is, who can benefit from this service and what other resources are available to new moms. They also provide specific guidance on how partners and those in the new mom’s support network can lend support.

Learn more about Ellen and Holly at www.mothertreewellnessgroup.com or https://www.instagram.com/mothertreemoms

More help is available at Postpartum.net

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31. Sleep Makes Such a Difference with Caroline Vasquez May 16, 2022

Today, we continue our series on maternal mental health with an insightful conversation between Allison and her dear friend, Caroline Vasquez. Caroline candidly shares her personal postpartum depression and anxiety journey in the hopes of helping other new moms. Caroline is a full-time working mom of two and we know many moms will relate to her.

Find more information at Postpartum.net

Allison mentions podcast episode 15: How Newborn Moms Can Get 4-5 Hours of Sleep

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30. How to Keep Reaching for the Light with Britt Davis May 09, 2022

Please be advised that suicide is discussed in this episode.

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month and we are dedicating all of our episodes in May to maternal mental health. Today, Allison has an emotional conversation with her friend, Britt Davis. Britt shares how her own maternal mental health and that of her friend, Allison, have forever changed her life. She shares her thoughts on how new moms, their spouses and the members of their support network can find help when they need it.

Find more information at Postpartum.net

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29. My Postpartum Anxiety Story May 02, 2022

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and this Wednesday, May 4th, is World Maternal Mental Health Day. The purpose of World Maternal Mental Health Day is to raise awareness of maternal mental health issues so that more women will get treated and fewer will suffer. Allison is very passionate about the health of mothers and raising awareness about postpartum depression and anxiety. This week is the start of a 4 week podcast series focused on maternal mental health. In this first episode, Allison shares her own postpartum anxiety and maternal mental health story.

Maternal mental health is such an important topic. If you know an expecting or new mother, we encourage you to check in on them and share this month’s episodes with them. And if you’re struggling, we hope these episodes help you know that you are not alone, that you can get help and you will recover.

Visit postpartum.net for more information and resources about postpartum depression and anxiety

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28. 3 Popular Approaches to Monster Fears That I Don’t Recommend Apr 25, 2022

In last week’s episode we talked about nightmares and night terrors. That topic naturally leads to the conversation of nighttime fears, of which monsters are a common one. Today, Allison shares 3 popular approaches to helping children overcome their fear of monsters or other imaginative creatures and why she doesn’t find these approaches to be helpful. She will also give you the language to use to help your child move past their nighttime fears.

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27. Nightmares and Night Terrors - What You Need to Know Apr 18, 2022

Did you know that 40-50% of children will experience nightmares or night terrors? If you have a child who has experienced one or both, you know that these events can be very disruptive to sleep and sometimes they can be disturbing. The good news is that even if you have a child who is prone to nightmares or night terrors, there are things you can do to reduce or even eliminate these sleep disturbances. Today, Allison will help you identify which one you’re dealing with and give you tools to help reduce them.

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26. 5 Myths About the Crib to Bed Transition Apr 11, 2022

Are you considering moving your child from the crib to a bed? Is someone in your life pressuring you to ditch the crib? Trying to prepare for where your child will sleep when you bring a new baby home? Today’s episode is for you. Allison often tells people that one of the most valuable pieces of advice she can give them is to keep their child in the crib longer than they think they need to. In today’s episode, she’s going to explain why she gives that advice and break down 5 myths about the crib to bed transition.

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Allison mentions Episode 11: Potty Training Without Disrupting Your Child's Sleep

Her recommended sleep sack

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25. 5 Ways I Ensure I Get a Good Night of Sleep Apr 04, 2022

Sleep is so critical for our health. Allison has made improving her own sleep a true priority for quite some time now. She knows she’s a better parent and overall much more productive if she is well rested. She could talk for hours about all the tactics she’s tried in her quest for restorative sleep. Today, she’s sharing how she tracks her sleep and the top five practices that have made the biggest improvements in the quality of her sleep.

Allison mentioned Episode 15 - How Newborn Moms Can Get 4-5 Hours of Sleep

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24. The Truth About Sleep Regressions During the First 2 Years Mar 28, 2022

Nearly every day, Allison gets a message asking her thoughts on a certain sleep regression. Tired, frustrated parents can find an internet article on a “sleep regression” that occurs almost every month between 3 and 24 months. But are there really this many true developmental sleep leaps? The short answer is no, but listen in to hear Allison’s detailed advice for each of the stages of development during the first two years. She’ll share how to troubleshoot the trigger for a sleep disruption your baby might be experiencing so you can confidently address any problem that’s developed in your house. This will be an episode you’ll refer back to throughout your baby’s first two years.

Allison referenced these past episodes:

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23. Good News About The 4 Month Sleep Regression Mar 21, 2022

Oh the dreaded 4 month sleep regression. Or, as Allison prefers to call it, the 4 month sleep PROgression. While this can be a very challenging time for parents, it’s also a sign of good things to come.

Today, Allison shares a slight perspective shift that she thinks will make all the difference to how you approach what can be a tricky time. She’ll also share how you can set your baby up to avoid this infamous sleep regression and share some things to keep in mind if your baby’s sleep does start to deteriorate during this period.

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22. 4 Tips For Navigating Sleep When Your Child Is Sick Mar 14, 2022

Never fails. Just when sleep is going well in your house, a sickness comes along and messes everything up. Even just a minor cold can wreak havoc on good sleep habits. Today, Allison shares 4 tips for navigating sleep when your child is sick and getting sleep back on track quickly once they are healthy again.

Extra tip: If there is any congestion involved, keep a cool mist humidifier in their room. Allison thinks it’s ideal to keep it running every night during the winter.

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21. Spring The Time Forward With Confidence Mar 07, 2022

Good news! The dreaded daylight saving spring time change is EASIER to navigate than the one in the fall. Today, Allison is going to share how you can have your child adjusted to the new time in ONE DAY. And, she’s going to answer the common question about whether you can use this time change to switch to a later bedtime and later morning wake time.

She’ll share why she doesn’t recommend the method of the gradual shift and walk you through a step-by-step plan for tweaking naps and bedtimes to make this transition as smooth as possible. Parents with newborns not on a schedule yet, she’s got simple guidance for you, too.

Click here for the cheat sheet Allison created for you

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20. Breaking Up With The Pacifier Feb 28, 2022

If you’ve introduced a pacifier to your little one, chances are you almost immediately started to wonder how you were ever going to get rid of it. Allison has helped lots of families navigate the process of ditching the pacifier. Today she’s sharing the approach she encourages all of her clients to take. Hint: having a plan and preparing your child are crucial. Listen in to hear the strategy and language to use with your child in anticipation of the transition and as you’re moving through it.

Click here for the book Allison mentioned about pacifiers not being forever

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19. Exploring Pediatric Dentistry with Dr. Jo Cronly Feb 21, 2022

In today’s episode, Allison has a conversation with Dr. Jo Cronly, a pediatric dentist and personal friend of Allison’s. Their conversation touches on so many of the topics parents wrestle with when it comes to helping their children with dental issues. Dr. Cronly is also a mom of three, which makes her perspective even more interesting. She shares her professional advice, but also shares how she integrates good dental habits into her own personal family life. To help you find the advice you need for your family, here are the topics they cover:

[02:06] the difference between a regular dentist and a pediatric dentist and the benefits of seeing a pediatric dentist
[05:53] when a child should first see the dentist
[07:02] the benefits of seeing a dentist early
[10:42] when should you worry if your child hasn’t gotten their first tooth
[12:11] whether genetics play a role in when children get teeth
[14:00] when you should start brushing your child’s teeth or gums
[16:32] how often and at what time of day children should be brushing
[17:05] toothpaste: when to use, what type to use and the debate about fluoride
[21:05] tips for battling a child that resists brushing their teeth
[26:02] how being a mom has influenced Dr. Cronly as a pediatric dentist
[27:03] strategies for parents to help their children avoid getting cavities
[30:35] how important is flossing and how often is enough
[32:55] how bedtime snacks and drinking milk before bedtime cause a second wind and the problems this causes
[38:35] the correlation between a child’s dental health and sleep hygiene
[41:16] Dr. Cronly’s thoughts about the pacifier and thumb-sucking, what to do if removing the pacifier affects your child’s naps
[55:16] the treatment of lip and tongue ties
[01:01:17] the use of “laughing gas” or anesthesia for dental work
01:06:50] what if there is not a pediatric dentist in your area
[01:08:40] how to ask Dr. Crony any follow up questions you may have

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18. Practicing Self-Care At Home Feb 14, 2022

So many of us are spending much more time at home these days. Sadly, sometimes this means that we don’t have access to the external ways we boost our mental well-being. Today, Allison shares six of the ways she takes good care of herself at home. She urges everyone to consider implementing these ideas to recharge and stay at your best. Here are links to the favorites she mentions in the episode: Best book she read last year: The Secret Keeper

Recent book she couldn’t put down in the end: The Lake House

Quick and easy current read: Lucky

Favorite winter tea: Chai Spiced Rooibos

Favorite year round tea: Rose Tea

A solid bedtime tea: Relaxing Tea

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17. How I Found A Fitness Routine That Stuck Feb 07, 2022

February is American Heart Month. One of the best ways for us to lower our risk of heart disease is to move our bodies. In today’s episode, Allison shares how she changed her approach to fitness 2.5 years ago and the tools she uses to ensure she continues to fit movement into her weekly schedule. The ways each of us choose to incorporate movement into our lives will vary, but her mindset and the tools she uses to keep her on track will be helpful to us all.

Allison mentions this Huberman podcast episode.

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16. Helping Your Child Identify As a Good Sleeper with Ainsley Egidi Jan 31, 2022

In our sweetest episode so far, Allison is joined by her 7 year old daughter, Ainsley, to discuss the importance of sleep. Ainsley has some very insightful thoughts to share about how being a good sleeper helps her in many areas of her life.

Allison advises parents to begin laying the foundation early for their child to think of themselves as someone who sleeps well, or as a “sleep champion”. She recommends that you start talking to your children about sleep at about 18 months old. If you have a child who is 2 years or older, you’ll want to start using her suggested language right away. If your child isn’t a sleep champion just yet, Allison has you covered in this episode as well.

One of the best ways parents can help their kids understand and value sleep is by talking about their own sleep. When you model the way you want your child to feel about sleep, they will, over time, follow your lead. Today’s episode will help you integrate this love of sleep into your family culture. You’ll all be celebrating being sleep champions in no time!

Allison mentioned Kindra Hall’s Change Your Story, Change Your Life.

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15. How Newborn Moms Can Get 4-5 Hours of Sleep Jan 24, 2022

As you know, Allison is passionate about helping babies and children sleep. But what you might not know is that Allison is equally as passionate about helping moms with their wellness. And she holds an extra special place in her heart for moms with newborn babies. Those early weeks and months with a new baby are an exciting and special time, but it’s also an exhausting time. Most new moms are struggling to get enough rest. But beyond just being exhausted, 1 in 5 women will be affected by postpartum anxiety and depression.

Getting 4-5 hours of uninterrupted sleep is the most effective and least expensive thing a new mother can do to start feeling better. The research supports that 5 hours of uninterrupted sleep can significantly improve a mom’s mental state and well-being. In today’s important episode, Allison will give you many suggestions for getting those 4-5 hours of sleep for yourself. She’ll touch on how to do this whether you’re feeding by bottle or breast, whether you have a partner to pitch in or you have to handle the nights alone.

Allison’s personal postpartum journey was bumpy. She knows now that sleep deprivation was keeping her in an anxious, overwhelmed state and holding her back from being the mom she wanted to be. Today, she shares what she wishes she had done differently. It can be exhausting just thinking about trying to find a way to get 5 hours of sleep. But it’s so important and she urges you to take steps to help yourself in this way.

Click here for Emily Oster’s Cribsheet

You can find more resources for postpartum anxiety and depression at https://www.postpartum.net/

Click here to find out more about Allison’s newborn sleep program

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14. Q&A - My Child Won’t Let Dad Put Her To Bed Jan 17, 2022

In today’s Q&A episode, Allison tackles a listener’s question. Melissa’s 3 year old child won’t let Dad put her to bed. This is an issue Allison often helps families navigate. She knows this battle can put quite a strain on families. Typically it’s children resisting having Dad put them to bed, but she’s also worked with children who have a strong preference for their Dad to put them to bed. The good news is that this bedtime parent resistance can generally be fixed within a week!

In her usual no-nonsense approach, Allison will walk you through her simple plan for handling this in your home. She’s not trying to change your child’s stance on having a preferred parent at bedtime, but she is going to help your child become comfortable with either parent putting them to bed. She’ll give you steps for each parent to take each night and the language to use with your child to make this a seamless transition.

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13. Helping Your Picky Eater with Alisha Grogan Jan 10, 2022

It can be so frustrating if you have a child who is a picky eater. It can lead to nutrition concerns and make preparing a family meal very challenging, and time consuming. Allison can relate because her first daughter took well to all of her food introductions (once she got past her gag/vomit struggles!), but her second daughter refused almost all foods right out of the gate. These food struggles went on for a couple of years. Then Allison met Alisha and everything changed!

In this episode, licensed pediatric occupational therapist Alisha Grogan will share truly helpful advice about picky eating. What’s normal? When should you start to worry? What are a few things you can do to help set your child up for success? Alisha has helped thousands of families around the world, including Allison’s family.

To sign up for the first class (it’s FREE) Allison took with Alisha, CLICK HERE.

Alisha’s Website: https://yourkidstable.com/

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12. New Year Habits Jan 03, 2022

Happy New Year! It’s that time of year - time to hang up that calendar and start those new year’s resolutions. A couple years ago, Allison ditched the idea of resolutions and shifted her focus to setting quarterly habit goals. She’s found it to be much easier to stay motivated for a quarter rather than a full year. Now, instead of one fresh start per year, she gets four! She’s found success with this method and is sharing her process with her listeners. In this episode, she’ll share how her habit goals have progressed quarter by quarter and which habits she is working on now for the upcoming quarter.

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11. Potty Training Without Disrupting Your Child’s Sleep Dec 27, 2021

There are many effective approaches to potty training. Allison isn’t in the business of advising you on which approach is right for your family, but she will teach you how to do it without disrupting your child’s sleep. In this episode, she’ll share her thoughts on how to know if it’s the right time to potty train, whether it matters if your child is still in the crib or not, what language to use with your child when it comes to naps and nighttime and which products really helped her family through the potty training process. This important milestone doesn’t have to mess up the healthy sleep habits you have set up in your house. Let Allison and her own family’s experience help keep you on track.

Links to products Allison recommends in this episode: potty seat, kids’ cup

Click here for info on Allison’s Preschool Sleep Program!

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10. Why I Don’t Recommend a Dream Feed After 12 Weeks Dec 20, 2021

If you’re looking for techniques to help your baby get more nighttime sleep and/or you’re trying to get a longer first stretch of sleep yourself, chances are you’ve tried or are considering trying a dream feed. Virtually all of us know someone who swears the dream feed was key to getting their baby sleeping through the night. Sometimes it works. In fact, Allison often recommends it as a strategy to try before babies are 12 weeks old.

But, after 12 weeks, this proactive feeding while your baby is still snoozing has some real potential downsides. In today’s episode, Allison will walk you through the risks with these feedings as babies mature. Tune in to hear Alison’s full advice on dream feeds for your baby, both before the 12 week mark and after.

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9. The Truth About Night Lights and Fear of the Dark Dec 13, 2021

Having fears or worries about the dark is something virtually all young children will experience at some point. Setting your child up to confidently move past their concerns and preparing yourself to guide them through this phase can be the difference between a struggle requiring a couple of conversations or it taking weeks, months or even years for your child to overcome this fear. Today, Allison will help listeners understand WHEN children are old enough to actually be scared of the dark, WHERE that fear comes from, and HOW you can set them up to easily move past the fear. She’ll give you step-by-step instructions for setting up the sleep environment for your baby or young child, and how to handle this fear with your child, no matter their age. You’ll learn EXACTLY what to say to help facilitate an end to this idea in your home.

Click here to see the light Allison recommends.

Link to Allison’s Preschool Sleep Group Coaching Program (begins January 2022): https://www.allisonegidi.com/preschool-sleep-program

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8. Parenting Anxious Toddlers and Preschoolers with Natasha Daniels Dec 06, 2021

Have you ever wondered if the separation anxiety or anxious behavior your toddler or preschooler is exhibiting is “normal”? Or have you ever felt unsure how to help empower your child when they are anxious?

In this episode, anxiety and OCD therapist Natasha Daniels will help us understand what is typical and age appropriate anxious behavior, and she’ll give us tools that will help us empower our children when they feel worried or anxious.

Natasha is the author of How to Parent Your Anxious Toddler, Anxiety Sucks! A Teen Survival Guide, Social Skills Activities for Kids, and It’s Brave to Be Kind. She’s been featured on Huffington Post, Scary Mommy, and The Mighty.

Free Survival Series For Parents Raising Kids With Anxiety or OCD available through December 16, 2021: https://www.atparentingsurvivalseries.com/

Natasha’s Website: https://www.anxioustoddlers.com/

Natasha’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atparentingsurvival/

The worry book Natasha mentions in the podcast: Don’t Feed the WorryBug

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7. Putting Your Oxygen Mask On First Nov 29, 2021

Although her focus is on improving children's sleep, Allison cares as much about the health and well-being of moms as she does about the health and well-being of their babies. Moms matter. You matter. And it’s important to remember that you can’t take care of all those around you if you haven’t first taken good care of yourself. In this episode, Allison is going to share what happened to her when she decided to put her own oxygen mask on first. Her decision to prioritize herself has led her on a nearly two year health journey. She is sharing her own personal experience in hopes that all her listeners will consider putting their oxygen masks on as we prepare to enter a new year.

Allison’s health journey has given her several “a-ha” moments about her own wellness, and given her opportunities to educate her daughters about listening to their bodies about their health, too. She feels strongly that taking better care of herself has allowed her to be a better mom each day. She’s asking all moms to take twenty minutes today to set themselves up for better health and wellness in 2022. Listen in to hear her advice on how to do just that.

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6. Managing Family Expectations Nov 22, 2021

Each year as the holidays approach, Allison’s clients begin asking for advice about navigating the opinions of family members and managing everyone’s expectations. So many parents battle feelings of dread, guilt and family pressure this time of year. Allison’s first ever podcast guest joins her for this important episode. She and her husband, Mike, have a candid conversation about how they approach this touchy topic in their marriage and with their extended families. They’ll share how advice they received from a marriage counselor years ago has proved to be the one tool that made all the difference.

They’ll share their story -- from the rock bottom moment that led to their decision to prioritize their kids’ sleep, to the intentional way they approached their families with this news and how each side of the family reacted. Allison knows listeners will relate to the challenges they faced. Even after they had a plan in place, there were bumps along the way. We know you’ll enjoy hearing their conversation. And we hope it’ll help you and your partner make your own plan for this holiday season and beyond.

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5. Holiday Travel and Sleep Nov 15, 2021

This holiday season, many families are preparing to travel to visit family. Some of these trips will involve long car rides and some will involve air travel. Some families will go for a day trip and some will be away from home for days. Some will stay with family and some will stay in a hotel. Some parents will be sharing a room with their child. And some will travel to different time zones. Each of these scenarios poses its own unique challenges when it comes to keeping your baby or young child sleeping well. No matter what type of travel you have planned, Allison has you covered with tips and proven strategies to help you plan for a smooth trip that ensures everyone can stay well rested to enjoy the holiday fun.

In this episode, Allison will share her own personal experiences traveling with her two daughters. She’ll share why prioritizing your child’s daily routine and sleep schedule will help to keep everyone sane during the trip. Because she likes to prepare and have a plan, she always plays out the worst case scenario. Your family will benefit from her planning. She’ll walk you through the steps to take in each travel situation.

Links:

-- Save $20 off a Slumberpod with Allison’s affiliate code, SLEEPANDWELLNESS20.

-- LINK TO TRAVEL WHITE NOISE MACHINE

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4. 3 Tips for Easier Bedtimes with your Toddler, Preschooler or Early Elementary Age Child Nov 08, 2021

Is bedtime a struggle in your house? Is it a battle to even get your child to start the bedtime process? Is your child the master of bedtime stall tactics? Does it take your child an hour to fall asleep after you turn off the lights? If you dread bedtime, this is the episode for you. Allison is going to share THREE SIMPLE CHANGES you can make so that bedtime will run smoother -- whether your child is a toddler, preschooler or early elementary age.

Allison’s three tips are simple, but incredibly effective. And combining them together is a recipe for real sleep success. You’ll learn that small children need a team captain - someone to hold the structure and limits for the entire family. And Allison will give you clear advice on how to easily move through the hour before bedtime. Listen in and see how much easier bedtime can be.

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3. Navigating the Fall Time Change Nov 01, 2021

The dreaded fall time change is less than one week away. Cue the scary music! Parents fear this day and have nightmare stories about failed attempts at navigating through it in past years. Fear not, friend. Allison is ready to tackle this head-on with you. Once it’s over, she’ll have you thinking of it as a non-event!

Tune in to hear what Allison recommends you do BEFORE the time change (hint: it’s easy!) and AFTER we’ve turned the clocks back. She’ll walk through step by step instructions for how to handle this for the entire family on Saturday, Sunday, Monday and beyond.

Does your child use a toddler clock or sleep light? Have you tried an approach to the time change that has not worked in the past for your family? Do you have a brand new baby who is not on a sleep schedule yet? She’s got you covered on all of these topics, too.

Plus, she’ll be live on Facebook and Instagram at 5pm EST on Sunday, November 7th, 2021. She’ll be answering all of your daylight saving questions live. Join her to ask your question if you’ve hit a bump in the road regarding the time change. Or join her to celebrate how well it’s going in your house! Scroll down to find links to the Sleep & Wellness Coach Facebook and Instagram pages.

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2. Q&A - Struggling with the Transition Down to One Nap Oct 28, 2021

In this Q&A episode, Allison tackles a listener’s question about transitioning down from two naps to one. Kelly’s question is one that Allison hears from many parents. This is a roadblock a lot of us struggle with. Allison will give you SPECIFIC instructions on maneuvering through the necessary steps while keeping your child’s sleep in alignment with their circadian rhythm. She’ll walk you through the exact timing of the ideal nap and how to use a rescue bedtime to help if needed.

This can be a challenging time. Without a plan, your child may end up overtired, and you may end up frustrated. Listen in and let Allison walk you through this tricky transition so you can avoid feeling stuck.

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1. My Case for an Early Bedtime Oct 24, 2021

Early bedtimes work. They help babies and children fall into their ideal sleep rhythm, which leads to higher quality, more restorative sleep. But parents can be a bit resistant to the idea of an early bedtime. In this episode, Allison will address WHY she’s such an advocate of early bedtimes and HOW early bedtimes brought her household MORE joy and MORE quality time together. She can identify with parents who have concerns. She resisted this idea for nearly two years herself. She’ll share how her family made the change and walk you through a client’s recent experience with an earlier bedtime as well.

You’ll learn the benefits of catching your baby before their second wind kicks in and strategies to help your family set up an earlier bedtime schedule. The end result is a happier, more well rested baby and parents with some extra time to themselves in the evenings. Sounds like it might be worth a try, right?

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