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19: My Child Is Scared Of The Dark! (How To Introduce A Nightlight) Jun 28, 2018

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I've coached many families through adding nightlights and helping an older child become confident in sleep. But it wasn't until my OWN daughter where I put these practices into play personally.

In this episode I'm walking you through:

1. When to introduce a nightlight

2. Why you should avoid a nightlight if your child isn't old enough

3. How to prepare your child for a nightlight

4. My favorite nightlight & why!

Products mentioned on the episode:

My favorite blackout liners
This salt lamp with dimmer!

>>WATCH THIS EPISODE ON MY IGTV CHANNEL!

18: When It's Time To Say Goodbye To Naps Jun 21, 2018

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It's the day NO ONE wants to come: time to say goodbye to the nap!

Personally, I dreaded the nap drop but it's now turned into a fun opportunity to watch my daughter increase her independent play skills...and sometimes sneak off for midday dates just the 2 of us!!

In this episode I'm talking through WHEN it's time to drop the nap, HOW to do it, WHAT to do instead of napping and WHY you might need to keep that nap.

>>Grab a FREE quick-guide photo for Quiet Times HERE

>Read review from families who have worked with me HERE!

17: Making Nap Transitions Easier (From 3 to 2 & 2 to 1) Jun 14, 2018

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Wondering when it's time to make the change from 3 to 2 naps? Or take the leap from 2 to 1 nap?

I hear from my clients all the time, "Becca! Give me a schedule!" or "Is it the right time to go down to one nap?"

On today's episode I'm laying it all out for you! How to handle the transition from 3 to 2 naps and 2 to 1 nap.

This episode is heavy on the numbers, so to help guide you visually use these downloads below to really solidify your child's schedule.

>>DOWNLOAD YOUR CHILD'S 2 NAP SCHEDULEDOWNLOAD YOUR CHILD'S 1 NAP SCHEDULE

16: Travel Part 2- How To Handle Sleep On Vacation Jun 08, 2018

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*SURPRISE! My oldest daughter joined me for a fun intro to the show today! Enjoy her description of bedtime routine and quiet time...apparently she loves tooth paste the best...Ha!*

How To Handle Sleep On Vacation:

Now you're on vacation!

1) Set up the room: can you get a suite? extra bathroom? closet?

2) Keep Naps on Day 1 on point!

3) Understand when an early bedtime is necessary

4) Measure how to get back on track at home!

Where are you headed out on vacation this summer? Share with me how you're taking your sleep skills on the road with you!

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Looking for suggestions for travel items??? BABY | TODDLER

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15: Travel Tips- How We Maintained 12 Hours of Sleep On Vacation...With Toddlers May 31, 2018

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I often get people telling me they think about me their entire vacation...ha! Sleep can be totally thrown off when your child is in a new environment, but you don't have to sacrifice great sleep!

On Episode 15 Becca and her husband Chad walk through what their vacation was REALLY like with their 3 and 2 year old!

We cover:

-HOW bedtime routine shifted

-WHAT obstacles stood in the way for Night 1 & 2

-WHEN you should get your kid to sleep after a long day

-HOW to prepare your kids for a hotel stay

-WHY sleep cues are important!

If you're headed out with your great sleeper on vacation this summer, listen in and feel free to copy everything we did!!

If you're totally astonished that 12 hours of sleep is even possible...let's talk!!! You really can go on vacation and have a great night sleep!

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PODCAST MENTIONS:

-Travel Blackout Blinds

-How to use foil to blackout windows

-Follow on Instagram for more tips

-Favorite travel essentials for toddlers

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Music by Chad Campbell

14: Travel Tips Part 1- Surviving The Travel Day! May 25, 2018

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Over the next few weeks I'll be sharing travel podcasts to help you score the best sleep success while on the road or in the skies!

Part One:

-Naps on the go

-What to do if there is NO nap!?

-How to deal with bedtime on Night One

-Setting up the room

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13: Designing a Nursery That Works! {Guest, Chyrelle Dorinsky} May 17, 2018

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Nesting and designing a nursery is probably the most enjoyable process of preparing for baby! But often when I visit a client's home I notice a few things missing that ensure a great sleep environment.

In this episode I'm reviewing my top three essentials for all baby and kid rooms! Plus, Chyrelle Dorinsky of Lustre Home joins me to talk about how to design a nursery by shopping your home, finding key pieces and sticking to an accent wall rule of thumb!

Becca's Top Three Essentials:

1. Blackout Liners or Blackout Curtains

2. White Noise Machine

3. Firm Flat Surface! (Crib, bassinet or pack 'n play)

*See all products I love here!*

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Website and Portfolio | Instagram

READY TO GET A FREE CHAPTER PREVIEW OF SLEEP FROM THE START: ONLINE NEWBORN COURSE? >>Download now!!

12: My Husband Says No {Sleep Training Questions Dads Have} May 10, 2018

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After working with hundreds of families, I've heard parents ask me LOTS of questions. These are the most frequently asked Dad questions I receive. I love talking through these questions with them, and then turning them into sleep believers!!

>> Download the 13 questions Dads most frequently ask me HERE!

When I speak with a family and Mom says, "I'm ready. But my husband said no because ___________." There are actually three responses I get most often:

1. "...He wants us to try one more thing."

2. "...He says this is just a phase."

3. "...He doesn't think we need to hire someone."

Now I will say Moms have these questions too, it's just that Dads tend to voice them much more strongly. On today's episode I'm answering these three "My husband says no because..." and sharing 10 more here!

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11: Tips for Choosing a Pediatrician {Guest: Dr. Janet West, Pediatrician} May 03, 2018

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There is NO manual that comes with your baby! But now!!! You have Sleep From The Start: Online Newborn Course. My Online Newborn Course is designed to help the expecting mom, the new mom, or the mom again. Perfect for babies 0-12 weeks old, this course will help you lay expectations and routines for baby...creating sanity for everyone!

This episode is just a 12 minute segment from a one hour interview with Dr. Janet West, Pediatrician (RVA Baby), that you'll get IN the Newborn Course! We answered questions like: What is the difference between gas drops and gripe water? What is gripe water?! How can I know if my baby has reflux? Can you overdose on saline spray?! Can I bring my baby to the beach?

Ready to get started with Little Z's Online Newborn Course?! Learn more here!!

Here are Dr. West's tips to find a Pediatrician:

1) American Academy of Pediatrics- find a board certified doctor

2) Understand that your relationship with your Pediatrician is more than a service, it's a personal relationship. "It's like shopping for a mate! When you're in distress, you want someone who can be there to support you."

3) Make sure the doctor office is available for visits!!

4) Doesn't just have to be a Pediatrician- can be a Family Physician you have a great relationship too!

5) Consider your needs: are you high needs? Do you need someone to answer your questions all the time?

6) Two ways to go with finding a practice: Large Practice with weekend and extended hours vs. Small Practice. Pros and cons to both!

Going with a Large Practice? Ask these questions:

How often do I find my primary care doctor?
Will I see them for every well visit?
When I call- do you have a nurse available for questions right away? Is my doctor available if I need to talk with them?
How fast will you get back with me? 2 hours? 24 hours?
When I call at night- who will I speak to?
Will there be a nurse to answer my questions to decide if I should bring my baby in to the doctor?
When you visit the practice, are there a lot of families there?

"A good physician wants to partner with you."

Going with a Small Practice? Ask these questions:

Are there weekend hours or extended hours?
Is there a nurse line service who I can talk to when I call to ask questions?
Where will you send me after hours?

Follow Dr. Janet West on Instagram or Facebook

Learn about Dr. West's services through RVA Baby

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**LOOKING FOR A FREE RESOURCE?! CHECK OUT THIS NEWBORN ESSENTIAL SLEEP GUIDE!**

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Music by Chad Campbell

10: What's A Sleep Prop? (The Good & The Not So Good) Apr 19, 2018

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Stepping out of my own head today and breaking down what a sleep prop is, when they are useful, and when we need to think about ditching them.

Sleep Prop Breakdown By Age:

Newborns- pacifiers, swaddles, rocking, bouncing...anything! These sleep props are so needed because newborns cannot self-soothe. But we do need to use them correctly! Check out Sleep From The Start: Online Newborn Course to learn ALL about newborn sleep!

Baby- around 4 months old your baby can learn self-soothing strategies so we need to begin the prop elimination! White noise, darkness, sleep sacks, thumb-sucking, or anything THEY control!

Toddler- stuffed animals, blankets, even family photos are great sleep props for toddlers and preschoolers.

Ready to ditch the sleep props and teach your child to sleep independently? Let's get started!

>>I have a baby!

>>I have a toddler!

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Music by Chad Campbell