The Kids Sleep Show

I am so blessed to welcome Dr. Taylor Day to the show this week. "Dr. Tay" is a licensed clinical psychologist. She specializes in the diagnosis and intervention of autism. She also feels passionate about supporting parents as they navigate the autism journey. Dr. Tay developed The Whole Family Approachᵀᴹ, which is a comprehensive model including evidence-based interventions for autistic children...

Parents, it's normal to feel both excited and a little apprehensive when your baby is starting daycare for the first time. It can be a big transition for both you and your baby, but with some preparation, it doesn't have to be overwhelming. In today's episode, I share tips to help make the transition easier for you both.

As tired parents look to troubleshoot their baby's sleep challenges, they often go down a checklist of potential problems. Is the baby teething? Are they hungry? Did they poop? Could this be a sleep regression? Why are naps so short? Will they ever sleep through the night? Parents have no shortage of questions, but today, we are diving into the answers for you so you, too, can bring rest back into...

This week, on the Kids Sleep Show, I am joined by Prince Lionheart CEO, Kelly McConnell, as we chat about the history of this now 50-year-old company and what makes them the GO-TO company for all the products parents need to make parenting a touch easier.  In the show, we cover: The best selling products they have & why you need them.  The quality promise & commitment  What makes their diaper bin...

In today's episode, I cover some of the most frequently asked questions about an 8 month old's sleep, such as:  What are 8 month old wake windows? What causes the 8 month old sleep regression? how much daytime sleep for 8 month old is right? 8-month-old sleep schedule? What is the 'ideal' 2 nap schedule for 8 month old? What is the 8-month-old sleep schedule for waking at 6 am? How do you manage d...

On today's show, I am honored to speak with Sandy J. Green, a CLC and breast pumping expert. She joins be today to help new mothers navigate the world of pumping, including how to start pumping, when you should start pumping, what a schedule for pumping should look like and things to be aware of that could impact your milk supply. 

At 18 months, a shift happens in children that can last for many years to come. That shift is independence, curiosity, and learning of boundaries. As parents, we can sometimes find we are caught in limbo when we get here, and suddenly, sleep is the first thing to derail. This episode is for you if your child won't stay in their bed, won't sleep through the night, takes short naps, or is waking up...

This week, I welcome Allie Ticktin, the Founder of Play 2 Progress , a fantastic organization dedicated to helping kids build critical developmental skills through play. They educate, empower, and guide families on their journey through childhood.  Based in California but educating families throughout the world with her book , Allie and her team are changing the way we engage with our youth.  On t...

When babies come out of the womb, they are exposed to a whole new world, and for several weeks, wish they were still tucked up cozy in your belly.  In today's episode, I share some tips for using the 5 S's to calm and sooth an upset baby. 

Join me as I welcome Michelle Mintz, M.S., CCC-SLP, The Early Development Expert, & the creator of Baby Blooming Moments™, a unique, one-on-one parent coaching experience, virtually or in person, empowering parents, siblings, grandparents, and nannies to enrich the way they interact with their babies and toddlers. Michelle develops personalized, proactive strategies to help families transform ever...

You finally got your cute and chunky little one to sleep through the night, then, just a few weeks later, all of a sudden, your 18-month-old freaks out when you leave the room. Ugh, separation anxiety? Afraid of the dark? Now… you find yourself sitting with your new toddler until they fall asleep and eventually co-sleeping with them overnight because you don't know what else to do- if you don't, t...

October is Safe Sleep Awareness Month and Pregnancy & Infant Loss Month. In today's episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Alison Jacobson, the CEO of First Candle, an organization whose mission is to educate about safe sleep and also support those who have lost a child.  Alison Jacobson has been involved with First Candle for over 20 years following the loss of her first son to Sudden Unexp...

Happy 1st Birthday!..... Now, another sleep regression. What happens at the pivotal birthday and what can you do as parents to keep your infant sleeping well and you sleeping well during so many developmental and physical changes?  Don't worry - we dive into that in today's episode, to ensure you keep that amazing sleep you all need to be your best.  If you are a family member is struggling with s...

Baby eczema is a common skin condition that affects infants. Baby eczema affects an estimated 15% to 20% of infants under age 2 here in the US. Symptoms of baby eczema usually begin during the first six months and include dry skin, itchy skin, a bumpy rash, and skin discoloration. A combination of genetic and environmental factors causes baby eczema and we dive deeper into that today with Dr. Kati...

Early morning wakings are such a systematic {& complicated} challenge for many parents. In this episode, I share with you more details about ensuring you set your child up for the right alignment in the day, to yield a "normal" wake-up after 6:00 am. Plus, I discuss sleep cycle counting, and exactly how to fix what might have turned into a habit of waking to see you.   

Is it OK to co-sleep? How does the APP weigh in, and what does safe sleep look like - perspectives from a Baby Sleep Coach.

Sleep regressions are hard, but they don't have to derail your sleep or sleep success. Whether it's the 7-month, 8-month, or 9-month sleep regression, in this episode, I explain why sleep regressions happen and how to fix them.

The toddler tornado - we know that all too well here at Tiny Transitions Sleep Coaching. So many of our clients struggle with a toddler's bedtime, and I am here to help. In this episode, I share the five essential parts crucial to building a bond, balancing behavior, and helping your child drift peacefully to bed for the night. 

A common question from many new families is when should a child sleep through the night. The answer, well. It depends - some babies do it between 8-12 weeks and for others, it can take months. Listen and learn how to identify the main inhibitors to your baby getting that solid 11-12 hours of rested sleep.  Every child is unique and we help you feel confident that you are providing for your baby ri...

 In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Mark and Hannah, the founders of Sleep Out Curtains, a revolutionary and 'green' curtain that can take your sleep to the next level, at home or on the go. Join me as we journey with them and how Sleepout came to be, plus the other exciting things they are working on to make your sleep successful.

In this episode, I am joined by Angela Stuart, a Sleep Consultant on my Slumber Squad from Austin, TX, and our resident Toddler Expert to discuss some tools and strategies parents should have to reset their little ones' sleep at bedtime and through the night.

In this episode, I dive into the weird time between 3 months old and 4 months old, when things "should" be stabilizing but seem to get a mess again. What's happening?? Listen to this episode and you will answer that question.

In this episode, I dive into the topic of solids, when to pull back on them if baby isn't sleeping well, what type of solids are nutritionally awesome.  I discuss how solids impact a child sleeping well and how you help my baby to sleep through the night and know they are not hungry and don't need to eat.

 In this episode, I dive into a conversation on Melatonin, how it's used, how it works in the body, what foods contain melatonin, and what you should understand about this hormone.

Many times, there is 'something' a toddler seeks that leads you into their bedroom multiple times a night, causing them to no longer sleep through the night and causing a sleep regression for weeks and sometimes months. In this episode, I explain a situation with a recent client about the lost lovie overnight and how we changed his behavior and stopped the overnight wakings