Sleep Cues: The Everything Parenting Podcast

“The number one question we hear from parents is: Why is my baby waking every hour all night long? It’s the number one question we hear from parents — and one of the hardest parts of managing sleep. In this episode, we talk about why frequent night wakings are so common and share  somethings you can put in place to help your baby start sleeping longer stretches. If you’re exhausted and looking for...

Answering this week's Top 5 Sleep Questions. This week’s questions highlight the following topics: - Do you cap the nap of a 19 month old? If so, at what time or how long? - What is the best bedtime for a 2 year old? He naps for 2 hours and usually wakes up for the day around 6am.  - My 7 month old has wake windows of 2 hours before nap 1, and then 2 hours 15 mins leading up to his other naps...

[REPLAY] Joining Sleep Cues today is Jenny Best, the founder of Solid Starts.  Jenny is a baby-led weaning expert and food and farming enthusiast on a mission to make it easier for parents to introduce real food to their babies. Solid Starts was born out of necessity. Solid Starts advocates for an approach that they named #FingerFoodFirst . Based on a method called “baby-led weaning,” FingerFoodFi...

Answering this weeks Top 5 Questions! This week's questions highlight the following:    - What age to start sleep training - Moving to bigger wake windows - Night wakes and wake windows - The mid-day nap - When to stop using a baby monitor Erin Junker | Paediatric Sleep Consultant Instagram @thehappysleepcompany Website www.thehappysleepcompany.com

[REPLAY] of our interview with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish  all about boundaries — and specifically setting boundaries with in-laws! Dr. Tracy is a Clinical Psychologist, Mom of 2, Wife and Creator of Be Connected. Helping women go from disconnected and overwhelmed in their relationships to being able to share their feelings and needs.  To work through hard moments and family challenges side-by-side, and...

Answering this week's Top 5 Sleep Questions. This week’s questions highlight the following topics: - My 18 month old has been on one nap per day for a few weeks but only ever naps 1.5 hours. Her nap is at noon. How can I get her to sleep 2-3 hours?  - What are the wake window for a 10 month old? - Do you have tips for a 19 month old who is experiencing a lot of separation anxiety at bedtime? ...

On today's episode we’re joined by Canadian lifestyle blogger Sara Ballantyne for a real and refreshingly honest conversation about rediscovering your personal style after having a baby. Sara shares her own postpartum journey... what shifted, what inspired her, and how she rebuilt a wardrobe that made her feel confident, comfortable, and like herself again. From realistic tips on dressing you...

It’s that magical time of year filled with festive gatherings, sweet treats, and plenty of holiday excitement—but also the potential for major sleep disruptions. Between travel, late-night events, and a constantly changing schedule, little ones can quickly become overtired, making the season feel a lot less merry.  In this episode, we break down why holiday sleep struggles happen and share practic...

Answering this week's Top 5 Sleep Questions. This week’s questions highlight the following topics: - My 18 month old is waking up at 5:30am and not going back to sleep. Do you have tips for a later sleep in? - My 7.5 month old baby is on 2 naps per day but often waking for the day at 4:30-5am, how can I get him to sleep later? - My 8.5 month old will only nap for 30 minutes. I have tried vari...

Traveling with little ones can feel like a mission — especially when sleep schedules are on the line! In this episode, we’re tackling your biggest questions about airplane travel with babies and young children. From planning naps around flight times to keeping your baby comfortable midair and sharing practical, sanity-saving tips to help you reach your destination with a happy traveler (and a good...

Today’s guest has been on our show before, a few times, talking about everything from relationship-building after baby, to sex after baby, to managing your in-laws around the holidays, once you’ve had a baby! She is a clinical psychologist, couplestherapist, and sought-after relationship expert, and she is the Owner of the mental health clinic Integrated Wellness, in my city of Ottawa, Canada, whe...

Answering this week's Top 5 Sleep Questions. This week’s questions highlight the following topics: - Should you do a nap routine for on the go naps? - What’s a good nap schedule for a 10 month old who normally wakes at 7am? - 16 week old baby only contact naps, but she sleeps independently at night. How can I get her to nap in the crib? - My 13 month old has ben skipping her second nap. Shoul...

Today’s guest is Dr. Scott Rollo, a behaviour change scientist and public health professional. His work focuses on kids’ health — especially physical activity, screen time, and healthy habits. Scott has helped shape national and international guidelines and works with schools and families to support healthier, more active, and resilient children! The Happy Sleep Company’s Infant / Toddler Sleep Pr...

Oh, the dreaded Fall Back – the change in Daylight Saving Time that occurs each autumn that has parents of already-early wakers wanting to run for the hills. Good news! There ARE ways to manage Daylight Saving Time that will result in much less stress as well as options you have to approach it for you and your family!!  PS. Request your free 20-minute phone consultation with The Happy Sleep Compan...

Answering this week's Top 5 Sleep Questions. This week’s questions highlight the following topics: - How can I support my 12 week old who only does contact naps to transition to bassinet naps? - 1 nap for my 17 month old has been very tough. He is doing short naps, including at his new daycare. How can I lengthen his naps? - My 15 month old just started a new daycare and isn’t always going do...

In this episode, we sit down with Abbi Warden, COO, mom, and leader, to talk about the realities of balancing executive life with raising young children. Abbi shares her journey as a parent and professional, how she manages the mental load at home, and the systems and support that keep her grounded. We dive into work-life integration, leadership lessons shaped by motherhood, and what she hopes her...

Answering this week's Top 5 Sleep Questions. This week’s questions highlight the following topics: - Tips for a 4 year old just starting school who just dropped a nap? We usually do a 7pm bedtime - What are your thoughts on water sippy cup in a crib overnight? My 19 month old started asking for it - I Can’t kick the 5am wake ups for my 19 month old - help! - My baby has reflux - what are your...

Fevers are one of the most common (and stressful!) parts of parenting. In this episode, Dr. Brie-Anne Rosenberg helps us understand why children get sick so often, what a fever means, and how parents can respond with calm and clarity. Dr. Brie-Anne Rosenberg studied biology at McGill University before completing her medical degree at the Jagiellonian University Medical College of Krakow, Poland, a...

With summer winding down, it’s time to reset and get your toddler’s sleep back on track. Sharing our tips for building a schedule for your toddler that will help keep a consistent routine to support healthy sleep and easier bedtimes!  The Happy Sleep Company’s Infant / Toddler Sleep Program is suited best for children who are 14 weeks to 3 years of age and still sleeping in a crib. Children at thi...

Answering this week's Top 5 Sleep Questions. This week’s questions highlight the following topics: ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ - Tips for naps not at home - Wakes through the night for a feed - Waking before 6am - Sleep coaching - My thoughts on Cry It Out Erin Junker | Paediatric Sleep Consultant Instagram @thehappysleepcompany Website www.thehappysleepcompany.com

Relationships After Baby - Interview with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish Clinical Psychologist & Couples Therapist Whether you are a new parent or expecting soon - you prepare for a lot, but one thing you likely don't expect to prepare is your relationship changing. You've heard the warnings, "you're going to be so tired," or "your relationship will change quick." Hey,...

There are a few of main things we focus on with families when they come to us for 1-on-1 support with sleep coaching. They are the things that set up a great foundation for amazing sleep for your infant, toddler and even pre-schooler... these things are scheduling, sleep coaching strategies and ROUTINES.  Today we are specifically focusing on the bedtime routine. What a great bedtime routine can l...

Travel is fun... and does not have to stop after children! Family trips and family packing can feel overwhelming but honestly bringing the extra things to make a great sleep environment is worth it! This episode is all about the travel essentials. What to bring to continue with your sleep schedule and routines! In this episode we've partnered with Obasan Click HERE to save - We want your kids...

In today's episode, we are joined by Amy, C-section recovery coach and founder of Caesarean Phoenix – where she helps busy C-section mums who feel truly broken, disconnected, and hopeless since having c-section/s, and often wrestling with the belief that you shouldn't prioritize your own well-being after childbirth, yet knowing you need to be stronger to fully enjoy life with your childr...

Related to naps, the concept of “crib hour” is this: if baby wakes up at any point under an hour from when they were put down, you leave them be until a full hour has passed since they initially went to sleep.  This is a popular option among some for lengthening a baby’s short naps… But, here’s why I don’t subscribe to crib hour. PS. Request your free 20-minute phone consultation with The Happy Sl...