Creating Well-Rested Families

Text us your sleep questions. In this episode of "Creating Well-Rested Families," we dive into the importance of maintaining a consistent morning wake time for your baby. Discover why keeping their wake-up time within 20-30 minutes of their usual schedule can make a significant difference in their overall sleep quality. Join us as we explore how a consistent morning wake time can help yo...

Text us your sleep questions. Welcome! In this second episode of our two-part series, 'Creating Well-Rested Memories,' we share 5 more essential reminders for parents of little ones. Life can be hectic, but hoping these reminders can help you in those moments.  Today, we cover five other reminders to help you feel more supported and empowered so you can start thriving in parenthood. LIST...

Text us your sleep questions. Welcome! In this first episode of our two-part series, 'Creating Well-Rested Memories,' we share essential reminders for parents to little ones. Life can be hectic, and it's easy to forget to take care of ourselves.  Today, we’ll cover the first five reminders to help you feel more supported and empowered so you can start thriving in parenthood. Stay tu...

Text us your sleep questions. Listen in as I share an episode I recorded with Sarah from Previa Alliance Podcast regarding traveling with your family and still remaining well-rested. I share tips and tricks on how to enjoy travel without worrying about whether or not your baby will sleep. My ultimate motto regarding travel is... You have to parent at home or away so why not do it on a tropical isl...

Text us your sleep questions. Sneak peek into a membership coaching call with the mom of a 10-month-old. They found us through a consultation we had through EXPECTFUL and then ended up joining a group coaching session. They are implementing the sleep plan on their timeline and as they see fit which is something I preach all the time to my clients. Doing things on your timeline and when you are rea...

Text us your sleep questions. In this episode, we talk about a moment parents dread, dropping their toddler's last nap. Is your toddler refusing their naps or fighting bedtime? They may be ready to drop their last nap even though you may not be ready for that to happen. But some of the signs may be misleading and could lead you to drop that nap too soon leading to more sleep troubles. A famil...

Text us your sleep questions. In this episode, we continue our exploration of the 4-month sleep regression with part 2 of our series. This week, we delve deeper into 4 specific sleep challenges many parents face during the 4-month sleep regression. I also provide practical tips and hacks to help you navigate this tricky period. We talk about ways you can handle sleep associations such as contact s...

Text us your sleep questions. In this episode, I dive into the 4-month sleep regression and share my own journey with my daughter. Back in 2017, sleepless nights were our reality.  We tried everything—rocking, nursing, co-sleeping—but nothing seemed to work. Exhausted and anxious, I decided to research various sleep training methods. With patience and perseverance, I successfully transitioned my d...

Text us your sleep questions. Bringing you back to when I first kicked off Nested to Rested Sleep Consulting and held group sleep coaching. In this episode, I am sharing a coaching call I had with a mom who was part of the group sleep coaching. We chat about her 4.5-month-old dealing with night wakings, false starts, short naps, and their readiness to drop some night feeds and start sleep training...

Text us your sleep questions. In this episode of "Creating Well-Rested Families," we dive into the common challenge of short naps and offer practical strategies for parents to help their babies nap longer. Are you ready to reclaim some of your time back during the day instead of being in a constant short nap cycle with your baby? I am here to help. In this episode we'll cover: Under...

Text us your sleep questions. Welcome to Episode 4 where we chat all about when and how to drop your baby’s night feeds.  Now keep in mind that this is something your baby does naturally on their own or may need a little help from you when and if you and baby are ready. This may also improve sleep for you and your family to help get you on step closer to becoming a well-rested family.  In this epi...

Text us your sleep questions. Welcome back to Episode 2 of "Creating Well-Rested Families" where we dive into the concept of awake windows and how these crucial periods influence your baby's sleep. In this episode, I explore the differences in awake windows between newborns, infants, and toddlers, and explain why understanding these intervals is essential to prevent overtiredness. S...

Text us your sleep questions. Welcome back to Episode 3 of "Creating Well-Rested Families." In this episode, we delve into creating the perfect sleep environment for your little one, focusing on what's truly essential beyond the aesthetics of a Pinterest-perfect nursery. As your certified pediatric sleep consultant, I prioritize safety and functionality, discussing the ABCs of sleep...

Text us your sleep questions. Welcome to the first episode of "Creating Well-Rested Families," where I, Unnati Patel, your certified pediatric sleep consultant and sleep bestie, delve into the gentle world of sleep training without the tears.  In this opening session, I focus on debunking the myths surrounding the "cry-it-out" method and introduce alternative strategies that al...

Text us your sleep questions. I’m Unnati Patel, your certified pediatric sleep consultant, and virtual mom bestie. A mama of two IVF miracles who had no support with her fair share of sleep struggles. That is why I am on a mission to create well-rested families by supporting you with all of the baby sleep help you need. Start feeling more confident in the approaches you take in your parenting jour...