The Kids Sleep Show

What happens when the healthcare system fails a physician? Dr. Sonal Patel, a pediatrician, neonatologist, and lactation specialist, has lived both sides of postpartum care. After personally navigating postpartum depression, perinatal anxiety, pre-eclampsia, VBACs, severe tears, and breastfeeding struggles across four pregnancies, she turned her experience into action. Dr. Patel founded NayaCare,...

What happens when the healthcare system fails a physician? Dr. Sonal Patel, a pediatrician, neonatologist, and lactation specialist, has lived both sides of postpartum care. After personally navigating postpartum depression, perinatal anxiety, pre-eclampsia, VBACs, severe tears, and breastfeeding struggles across four pregnancies, she turned her experience into action. Dr. Patel founded NayaCare,...

Sometimes the best products are born out of pure necessity. When Alaina Moulton was pregnant, on bedrest, and married to a military spouse, she knew that a traditional plug-in bottle warmer simply wasn't going to cut it. She needed something portable, something that could work anywhere. When she asked manufacturers if it was possible to warm a bottle using battery power, she was told no, repeatedl...

What do you do when your newborn hates being swaddled and nothing on the market works? If you're Liz Hilton, you invent something better. A mother, designer, and entrepreneur with a background in 3D knit technology, Liz took a very real newborn sleep problem and built a solution from scratch in her garage. That solution became Swaddelini, a swaddle designed to contain babies while still allowing n...

The internet is loud, contradictory, and overwhelming when it comes to baby sleep, and no one knows that better than Chrissy Lawler. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, sleep specialist, and founder of The Peaceful Sleeper, Chrissy has spent over 15 years helping more than 400,000 families worldwide find their way to better rest, including celebrity and pro-athlete clients. But this isn't...

If you've ever wished your postpartum snack could actually *do something* for your milk supply and taste amazing at the same time, this episode is for you. I'm sitting down with Dominique "Nika" Spencer, cake artist, mom of two, and founder of A Whisk Worth Tasting, a licensed home bakery right here outside Philadelphia in Lafayette Hill, PA, to celebrate the nationwide launch of her lactation coo...

When Luke Mickelson set out to build a single bed for a child in need, he had no idea it would spark a nationwide movement. In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Luke, founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) to hear how one act of kindness turned into a life-changing mission. From his small-town roots in Kimberly, Idaho, to becoming a CNN Hero and national voice for service, Luke shares how...

This week, on the Kids Sleep Show Podcast, we cover the 4-month sleep regression. It is a huge challenge for so many parents, especially as many transition back to work, and sleep struggles amplify with short daycare naps and support to sleep. Today, I dive into what causes the 4-month sleep regression and an actionable plan to get past it and move on to a balanced bedtime, the ideal 4-month-old n...

This week, on the Kids Sleep Show I welcome the Founder of Truuce bedding, to share all about this amazing and innovative Duvet bedding system, that my son, 10 and father, 75 both love equally for the simplicity in creating a clean and polished look in the bedroom, without the fuss.  Nancy Johnston and Kerry Roberts are the visionary founders of Truuce, a company that combines design, research, an...

In today's episode, we are delighted to welcome Lindsay Hancock, the founder and CEO of My Better Batch, a remarkable brand transforming the way busy families approach baking. With a background in the food industry and a passion for family-friendly solutions, Lindsay brings both heart and expertise to our conversation.  Whether you're a first-time parent navigating the juggle of work and family, o...

This week, I welcome the founder of Golden on Tap, Tara Golden to the Kids Sleep Show.  Tara Golden has been an IBCLC for over six years, working in both outpatient and inpatient settings before launching my own virtual lactation consulting practice. Through her business, she offers prenatal breastfeeding basics classes, virtual consultations, and ongoing support via text messaging services. Her a...

Naomi Coe is the founder of Little Crown Interiors and author of the nursery design book, Your Perfect Nursery. She founded Little Crown Interiors in 2008, focusing her design studio on nurseries and children's spaces.  Bringing together beauty, functionality, and safety, Naomi believes in creating spaces for her clients that are unique, intentional, and curated. Today on the Kids Sleep Show podca...

When it comes to creating the best nursery and sleep environment for your little one, most parents think about blackout curtains, white noise, and cozy sleep sacks. But there's one element of the nursery that often gets overlooked, and it can have a big impact on your baby's health and sleep quality: the air they breathe. In this week's episode of The Kids Sleep Show, I sat down with Alex Melecki,...

This week, I am welcoming Stefanie Broes, the co-founder of Moonbird, a health tech start-up active in the well-being space. Moonbird is the world's first handheld breath pacer and is all about making breathwork accessible to let people live healthier and happier lives. The product is used to decrease stress, manage anxiety, and combat sleeping problems. Stefanie has a medical background, a PhD in...

Join us this week as we welcome Pediatrician and Holistic Health Coach Dr. Varisa Perlman, MD to the Podcast to discuss LaPetite Cream and the results that led her to collaborate with the French founders because the results were so unbelievable. While we initially met them at PreggoExpo New York, we quickly fell in love with the results of just trying for our hands, let alone a baby's bottom & we...

Could the root of your child's sleep struggles be tied to something deeper, like oral function or how they breathe? In this powerful episode, I'm joined by Dr. Leslie Pasco, founder of MyoWway Centers, to unpack the surprising connection between airway health, myofunctional therapy, and pediatric sleep. As a seasoned dentist, entrepreneur, and airway health advocate, Dr. Pasco brings a unique, who...

This week, I'm sitting down with Ben Norment, founder of Stork Exchange, the modern marketplace giving open box, overstock, and returned baby products a new purpose. In a world where 20% of returned baby gear ends up in landfills, most of it never even used, Stork Exchange, based in Charlotte, NC, is building a smarter, more sustainable way for families to shop. By rescuing top-brand products from...

This week on the Kids Sleep Show, I welcomed Ellen Murphy, the founder of Sona, formerly Belly Baloo, to discuss her new product that enables you to get photos from your ultrasound right to your phone during your appointment. It's amazing to see how far technology has come and what amazing things Sona is bringing to the space. If you are expecting your first or next, you don't want to miss this ep...

It starts the moment you walk out of the room, your baby bursts into tears like you've just left for good. Sound familiar? You're not alone. Separation anxiety is a completely normal part of your baby's development—but that doesn't make it any less exhausting, especially when it starts to affect sleep. In this episode of The Kids Sleep Show, we're digging deep into what separation anxiety is, when...

In this episode of The Kids Sleep Show Podcast, I sit down with the General Manager Charlotte Wenham of Baby Shusher, the must-have sleep tool that's helping parents everywhere soothe their little ones to sleep. We dive into the science behind rhythmic shushing, how the Baby Shusher mimics real-life soothing techniques, and why it's a game-changer for tired parents. We also explore the brand's jou...

Why Your Baby is Waking Up Too Early & How to Fix It! If your baby or toddler is waking up too early, think 4:32 AM wake-ups that leave you exhausted, you're not alone! Early morning wakings in babies are a common sleep struggle for parents, but the good news is that they can often be fixed with a few key adjustments. This week, I'm diving into the top reasons why babies wake up too early, how to...

This week, I am delighted to have Kim West {AKA The Sleep Lady} and Macall Gordon, a Gentle Sleep Coach and the Founder of Little Live Wires on the podcast, to discuss how to parent those non-stop, alert kiddos who tend to really fight sleep. This book offers tolerable, doable strategies and they were just a joy to speak with!  Join us as we dive in and discuss our combined 3 decades of sleep expe...

Hiring a nanny can feel like a monumental task, especially when you're trying to ensure your little one gets the sleep they need. As parents, we want to create a nurturing environment that supports healthy sleep habits and overall development. So, how do you find the right person who understands the intricacies of your child's sleep needs? Today, we are joined by Stephanie Fornaro, the Founder & C...

Traveling with a baby or toddler can feel like embarking on a grand expedition, filled with excitement but also a sprinkle of anxiety. As parents, we all want to ensure our little ones are comfortable and well-rested, even when we're away from home. So how do we navigate travel challenges while keeping the schedule intact? Let's explore some practical tips and insights that will help you make the...

Baby sleep schedules are such a hot topic, and in this week's episode, I break down why you must understand the science and your little one's signs that it might be the age to move from 3-2 naps, and protect bedtime, sleeping through the night and finally, some sense of a nap schedule with your little one.    Episode Highlights: What age should you switch from 3 - 2 naps with baby? How long can a...