The Kids Sleep Show

In this episode, Courtney discusses how to effectively manage the skipping time zones when traveling with a child and what it should look like for you to balance sleep. She also further dives into traveling with a child and nap management on long car rides / overnight trips. 

In this episode, Courtney dives into the root cause of separation anxiety in children and the 5 things you can do to build a healthy relationship with your child and minimize the severity of separation anxiety in infants and toddlers.

In this episode, Courtney speaks with Sarina Weaver, a School Psychologist in the Philadelphia area, working specifically with children who have special needs. We discuss the diagnosis of autism, sensory processing, and working to support healthy sleep in children diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum. 

In this episode, Courtney dives more into the world of Pediatric Sleep Coaching and Consulting. In this space, it's important to understand a few key things as you assess the person you want to entrust in supporting your family's journey to sleep. 

In this episode, Courtney chats all about the dreading sleep regressions that happen, mainly in our first year. She uncovers the cognitive, physical and developmental leaps that can cause them and how to ensure you don't backslide on the sleep progress that you have made on your journey with your baby. 

In this episode, Courtney reviews the common mistakes parents make when they are "DIY" sleep training. She discussed the methods to sleep training and what key things ensure you reach sleep success in your home. 

In this episode, Courtney discusses the ideal bedtime routine duration, environment and order of 'events,' to ensure your child's body has the ability to calm and settle before rest, at the optimal time. Consistency in this routine helps the body to know sleep is coming and prepare itself for rest. 

In this episode, Courtney discusses the #1 thing that parents overlook, which leads to hours of tears, trouble settling, kids not sleeping through the night and early morning waking. With some adjustments and better alignment, everyone will wake up feeling more refreshed. 

In this episode, Courtney discusses the 3 easy changes that parents can make immediately, to help ensure you are setting you and your child up for sleep success tonight. When parents miss these 3 key things, it can cause more tears, more trouble going to sleep and more trouble staying asleep. 

There are 3 changes you can make today in your child's room to get more sleep tonight. First, we discuss the use of night lights in a child's room, something I see frequently as a sleep consultant.  Next, we discuss ambient lighting from the gadgets, timers, monitors, etc that are emitted from devices. Finally, we discuss body clock management to avoid overtired and ensure your infant or toddler h...

If you want to know all about doulas, this is the podcast episode for you. Courtney is joined by Ava Ellis of Womb and Wellness to discuss the role that a doula plays in your pregnancy and birth journey.

All too often we forget to make time for ourselves, especially when we have a little one to look after. Courtney is joined by Julia Hickman, @thepetitefastinista, to discuss the ways you can take care of yourself as a mother.

If your child is sleeping with you or in your room, you might be missing a piece of your independence. Courtney discusses when it might be time to help your child move into their own room.

Courtney is joined by Miss Leslie, a virtual nanny. They discuss the role of childcare during COVID-19 and what options you can consider for your child during these times.

During these times, many children are suffering from anxiety and too much stress. Courtney is joined by reiki master teacher and author Sophie Shaw to discuss how reiki and meditation can be beneficial for children, especially those with anxiety.

With the more recent trend of weighted blankets, you may be wondering if adding one to your baby's sleep routine is a good idea. Courtney has all the answers for you in this episode.

One of the most difficult parts of divorce is approaching the subject with your children. Courtney is joined by Dr. Tara Egan, a therapist, parent coach, and author to discuss the ways divorce effects children and how you can handle the subject smoothly.

An easy-to-understand look at how your child's body produces hormones to regulate their sleep so you can better understand how to help them be well-rested and of sound mind.

Courtney is joined by Malva Gasowski, parenting coach and couples counselor, to talk all about what Positive Parenting is and how you can implement it into your life to be the best parent you can be.

Divorce is a difficult situation for an entire family. Stress and separated homes can impact sleep for everyone involved, including your children. Courtney discusses some ways to navigate sleep through divorce and separation.

Joined by Kristina Campos, founder of The Impactful Parent, to discuss how children handle anger, and how you can help them process these sensitive feelings.

Is your child ready to make the transition from two naps a day to one? Courtney has all the advice you're looking for in today's podcast so you can make the transition smoothly and comfortably.

So many moms struggle with postpartum depression and anxiety, many without even realizing that is what they are experiencing. Courtney is joined by Gunjani Patel, a licensed therapist, to discuss ways to handle PPD and PPA so that you can enjoy your new life to the fullest.

One of the most useful tools for helping your children sleep is the OK to Wake Up clock. Courtney discusses their benefits and how you can implement them into your family's routine to make the mornings run a little smoother.

Courtney is joined by Wendy Valente, interior designer and mother of an autistic child, discuss together how you can design your home to the needs of your child.