The Sleep Sense Show

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Episode 064 - Don't Yell Oct 06, 2017

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I don't know if anyone can honestly claim to have never yelled at their kids before. I know I have, and I also know that I'm a better parent when I don't.

With that in mind, I have a few tips in today's show to help you maintain your composure and communicate effectively without raising your voice when your kids are pushing you to the breaking point.

Episode 063 - Designer Daddy Sep 29, 2017

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Today, for the first time ever, we have a real, live, honest-to-goodness man on the show! Brent Almond is the owner of Designer Daddy. "A gay dad blogger parenting with style, sass and sentiment."

We'll be talking about how he got started, where he gets his inspiration, and what it's like to be one half of a two-dad parenting team.

He's also the creative force behind a new line of heartwarming parenting products; ones I'm sure you're going to absolutely love.

Episode 062 - Moving Tips with Christine Stevens Sep 22, 2017

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Moving from one house to another is one of the most stressful events in a person's life, but if you throw a couple of kids into the equation, it can turn the aggravation meter up another few notches, to say the least.

Today, I'm talking to Christine Stevens, one of my esteemed Sleep Sense Consultants and a true veteran when it comes to moving with little ones.

She's got some amazing tips for keeping your little ones occupied and happy while you make the transition from your old house to the new one, and make the move as smooth as possible.

Episode 061 - Managing Screen Time Sep 15, 2017

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TV, computers, tablets and smartphones have proven to be a pretty invaluable resource for parents over the years. Bright lights, fun games, catchy music and colorful images can be a great way to distract your little one for a little while, and in many cases, these devices can be great educational tools as well.

But, as with anything that our kids love, there's a balance that needs to be struck between how much they want and how much is good for them.

On today's show, I'll give you my take on how much screen time is too much, and some tips on how to set limits that your child will understand and accept.

Episode 060 - The Four Month Sleep Regression Sep 08, 2017

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Is there such a thing a the "Four-month sleep regression?" Absolutely. But it seems like every time our little ones hit a bump in the road when it comes to sleeping through the night, we try to put a label on the problem.

That's not to say that regressions aren't a real thing, but identifying the actual cause for a few rough nights in baby's routine can help you decide what course of action to take (if any) and in today's episode, I'll help you do just that.

Episode 059 - Back to School Sleep Tips Sep 01, 2017

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Summertime brings about a lot of new experiences for kids. For many, it can be their first time traveling, meeting relatives, visiting theme parks, and any number of exciting adventures.

But it also means that the schedule they follow during the school year tends to get tossed out the window, especially when it comes to bedtime.

So now that they're headed back to school, how can you get them back into the rhythm and make sure they're getting the sleep they need?

It's easier than you think, with the right guidance, and I'm here today to help get your little ones back into bed at a decent hour and sleeping through the night again so they can wake up refreshed and ready to learn!

Episode 058 - My Story Aug 18, 2017

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When I was preparing to welcome my first child into the world, I had a distinct, utopian vision of what motherhood was going to be like.

The reality of motherhood didn't match it in the least.

The first six months of motherhood were actually some of the hardest days of my life. I loved my baby, of course, but I also experienced overwhelming feelings of failure and guilt.

Today, I'd like to tell you about what brought this on, and what I did (and what you can do, if you're feeling the same way!) to change it.

Episode 057 - Life After Materity Leave Aug 10, 2017

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When the time comes to return to work after the birth of a child, how many women can say that they feel genuinely ready?

Not just physically, although that's certainly an important factor, but emotionally prepared and comfortable to leave their newborn for long stretches during the day with someone else.

For those of us who have been through the process, we know how stressful and emotionally taxing it can be.

Enter Lauren Brody Smith, author of The Fifth Trimester - The Working Mom's Guide To Style, Sanity & Big Success After Baby.

In today's episode, I'm speaking with Lauren in depth about her strategies for returning to your job after maternity leave, how to physically and mentally prepare yourself in the days before going back, and the importance of openness, honesty and support in the workplace.

Episode 056 - Travel Tips Aug 04, 2017

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So you've finally got your little one sleeping soundly through the night. You've established a great bedtime routine, you're sticking to it every night, and baby's learned to settle independently when she wakes up in the night.

But now it's vacation time, so how are you going to adhere to your schedule when everything's thrown into upheaval?

Well, the short answer is, you're not. You're going to have to deal with the change in surroundings and schedule as best you can. So in today's episode, I've got some tips for minimizing the impact that travel will have on their sleep, and how to get them back on track as soon as you get home.

Episode 055 - Transitioning to Fewer Naps Jul 28, 2017

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For most of the families I've worked with, getting their kids to sleep through the night is the easy part. Getting them to take long, consolidated naps? That's where things get tricky.

One of the major reasons for this is because, unlike nighttime sleep, the number and length of naps required for babies and toddlers changes relatively quickly.

Today, I'll be giving you a rundown of how much daytime sleep your little one needs, and how to spot the signs that they're ready to cut one out altogether.

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