Jaimie is a mom of three with a professional background in education, coaching, and operations. That combination of real-life parenting experience and a passion for helping others gives her a practical and compassionate approach to sleep—one that recognizes that every child and every family is different.

Together, they talk about Jaimie’s own experiences with sleep as a parent, what drew her to pediatric sleep, and why she believes children can develop healthy, independent sleep skills without sacrificing the strong connection they share with their parents. They also discuss why sleep support doesn’t have to feel rigid or overwhelming and how simple, personalized strategies can help families feel more confident about the changes they’re making.

Jaimie works with families with children from birth through age 12, supporting everything from newborn sleep and naps to night wakings, bedtime battles, early mornings, and independent sleep skills.

This conversation is a chance to get to know Jaimie, hear more about her approach, and learn why she’s so excited to support families as part of the Parenting Practice team.

🎧 Tune in to meet Jaimie and hear how practical, personalized sleep support can help create better sleep and more peaceful days and nights for the whole family.

Jaimie’s Contact Information
Email: jaimie@parentingpracticeco.com

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Jessica shares insights from her work with families and her book, The Phone Book, helping parents understand how technology impacts children's sleep, emotional regulation, physical activity, friendships, and overall development. Together, Lindsey and Jessica discuss practical ways to establish healthy digital habits in children ages 5–10, including creating family media plans, setting boundaries around devices, protecting sleep, and navigating gaming and online safety.

The conversation emphasizes that technology itself is not the enemy. Instead, families can approach screens with intention, balance, and ongoing conversations that help children develop healthy relationships with digital devices. From bedtime routines to family values, Jessica offers realistic strategies parents can begin implementing today to support both healthy sleep and healthy technology use.

If you've ever wondered how much screen time is too much, how to handle pushback when setting limits, or how to prepare your child for a digital world, this episode is packed with practical guidance and encouragement.

Jessica Speer is an author and educator who focuses on helping children and families navigate social-emotional development and digital wellness. She is currently completing a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling and works directly with children and families. Her book, The Phone Book, helps elementary-aged children understand technology, online safety, and healthy digital habits in an age-appropriate way.

• Healthy digital habits start with clear family expectations and conversations.
• Screen time should never replace sleep, exercise, play, or family connection.
• Children benefit from helping create family technology rules and routines.
• Devices can interfere with emotional regulation when used as a primary calming tool.
• Screen-free bedtime routines support better sleep quality and circadian rhythms.
• Parents can reset unhealthy technology habits at any time through calm, collaborative conversations.
• Modeling healthy device use is one of the most effective ways to teach children digital responsibility.
• Keeping devices out of bedrooms helps protect sleep and reduce overnight screen use.
• Online gaming and connected platforms require ongoing discussions about safety and boundaries.
• The goal is not to eliminate technology but to teach children how to use it wisely.

• Protecting sleep remains one of the most important things parents can do for their child's mental, emotional, and physical health.

Learn more about Jessica, her books, and her free family resources at her website: JessicaSpeer.com. Lindsey and Jessica discuss several practical tools that families can use to start building healthier digital habits right away.

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The answer is simpler—and more powerful—than most parents expect.

Sleep isn’t just a behavior to fix.
It’s a system-based experience.

When one piece of that system is off, sleep can feel confusing, exhausting, and impossible to solve. But when the right pieces are aligned, sleep becomes significantly easier—often without adding more strategies or effort.

In this episode, they break down the four key systems that shape your child’s sleep:

• Biological System: Understanding your child’s circadian rhythm, sleep pressure, and why timing matters more than rigid schedules
• Environmental System: How light, stimulation, and daily cues either prepare or prevent your child from settling into sleep
• Emotional System: The connection between your child’s nervous system and your own—and how regulation and connection impact bedtime
• Behavioral System: Sleep training, boundaries, and expectations—and why these only work best when the other systems are supported first

Through real-life examples and practical reframes, Lindsey and Paige show that sleep struggles are rarely about doing more—they’re about doing the right things in the right order.

This episode will help you shift from feeling stuck and overwhelmed to understanding exactly where to focus your energy.

🎧 Tune in to learn how aligning your child’s sleep system can reduce bedtime battles, improve sleep quality, and bring more ease back into your home.

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If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.

The truth is, most sleep advice is taught in a method-first way—focusing on routines, schedules, or sleep training techniques in isolation. But when those pieces aren’t working together, families are left feeling exhausted, confused, and questioning themselves.

In this episode, Lindsey and Paige introduce a foundational shift:
Sleep doesn’t live in one strategy—it lives in a system.

They break down the three key areas that influence your child’s sleep:

• Biological (Schedule & Circadian Rhythm): Why consistent wake times and aligning with your child’s internal clock matter more than rigid wake windows
• Environmental (Sleep Environment): How light, stimulation, and evening routines either support or sabotage sleep
• Emotional (Regulation): The powerful role of your child’s nervous system—and your own—in shaping how bedtime unfolds

Through real client examples, they show how sleep challenges often aren’t about doing more, but about zooming out and aligning the full picture.

This episode is both a relief and a reframe:
You’re not failing. You’ve likely just been given incomplete information.

🎧 Tune in to learn how a system-first approach can reduce bedtime battles, improve sleep quality, and bring more ease and confidence back into your home.

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Kristen shares how her own experience as a mom—feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and “like a shell of a human”—led her into the world of sleep consulting. That lived experience deeply shapes how she now works with families, offering guidance that is practical, compassionate, and rooted in real life.

Together, they unpack common misconceptions around sleep training, why it often carries an unfair negative reputation, and how the true goal of sleep support is to empower parents, not pressure them. Kristen also explains why she’s a big believer in early bedtimes, how small sleep wins can dramatically boost parental confidence, and why routine and predictability matter so much for children’s development.

This episode highlights how improved sleep can transform family dynamics—and reminds parents that needing support doesn’t mean they’re failing, it simply means they don’t have to do this alone.

🎧 Tune in to get to know Kristen, learn why sleep is foundational for the entire family, and hear how personalized sleep consulting can bring clarity, confidence, and rest back into your home.

Kristen's Information

Email: Kristen@parentingpracticeco.com

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Maureen is a mom of three daughters living in Colorado, with a professional background in marketing and experience working closely with baby and parenting brands. That blend of real-life parenting and industry insight gives her a unique perspective on sleep training—one that’s grounded, compassionate, and realistic.

Together, they unpack some of the most common misconceptions around sleep training, why it’s never one-size-fits-all, and how aligning sleep strategies with a family’s values makes all the difference. Maureen also shares why consistency is king, how collaboration within the Parenting Practice team strengthens family support, and why sleep is a lifelong skill worth prioritizing from the very beginning.

This conversation is reassuring, practical, and empowering—especially for parents who feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure where to start.

🎧 Tune in to learn how personalized sleep support can reduce confusion, restore rest, and help families feel confident moving forward.

Maureen's Contact Information

Email: maureen@parentingpracticeco.com

IG: @sweetdreamsbymaureen

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Katie brings a unique and powerful perspective to sleep support—working hands-on with children every day in her clinical role while also guiding families through sleep challenges at home. As a mom to a 6-year-old and expecting a baby boy any day now, she understands both the medical and emotional sides of pediatric sleep in a deeply personal way.

This episode is a warm, honest conversation that blends science, real-life parenting, and compassionate support—perfect for families who want sleep guidance grounded in both expertise and empathy.

🎧 Tune in to get to know Katie and learn why her approach resonates so deeply with families navigating sleep from infancy through childhood.

Katie's Information

Email: katie@parentingpracticeco.com

IG: katie_parentingpracticeco

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Constance brings a uniquely holistic perspective to family support — blending her clinical background in women’s health with her expertise in pediatric sleep. In addition to sleep consulting, she also provides fertility and postpartum coaching, helping mothers navigate some of the most vulnerable, transformative seasons of their lives.

Constance’s warmth, depth of knowledge, and whole-family approach make her an invaluable part of our team — and someone parents feel instantly safe with.

Constance's Information

Email: Constance@parentingpracticeco.com

IG: @constance.childsleep_expert (Sleep)

IG: @fertility_empowered_coaching (Fertility)

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In this episode, Natalie shares her journey from being a Special Education teacher to becoming one of our most trusted pediatric sleep experts. As a mom to three girls — with baby number four on the way — Natalie brings a blend of deep professional knowledge and real-life experience into every family she supports.

Tune in and meet the expert behind so many of our success stories — you’re going to love her.

Natalie's Contact Info

Email: natalie@parentingpracticeco.com

IG: @nataliezaun

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Constance introduces her brand-new course and guide, Sleep & Connection, a simple and practical framework for building connection with children ages 1.5 to 5 years. This episode breaks down why connection matters, what it looks like in practice, and the small, actionable steps parents can use to help their child feel safe, regulated, and ready for sleep.

Listeners will learn:

• Why emotional connection is a biological need for sleep, not just a “nice extra”

• Signs that your child is craving more connection before bedtime

• How connection helps reduce bedtime battles, separation anxiety, and nighttime wake-ups

• Constance’s exact step-by-step connection routine used with her own clients

• Practical habits parents can use daily to create security and strengthen attachment

If you’ve ever wondered why your child resists sleep—or why bedtime feels like an emotional rollercoaster—this episode gives you the missing piece. Constance shows parents how nurturing connection doesn’t delay sleep teaching… it makes it more effective, more peaceful, and far more sustainable.

👉 Want Constance’s full framework?Purchase the guide or join the Parenting Practice Membership to access the full mini-course, community support, and personalized help.

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Paige and Lindsey dive deep into the brain science behind rest, explaining how lack of sleep activates the amygdala (the “alarm center”) and suppresses the prefrontal cortex (the “calm center”). The result? More reactivity, less empathy, and a home that feels emotionally charged instead of connected.

You’ll learn how to:
💤 Recognize the signs of sleep-related emotional dysregulation by age
💤 Understand how parental exhaustion fuels family tension
💤 Use wind-down routines, movement, and mindfulness to calm the nervous system
💤 Create a consistent sleep rhythm that supports regulation for everyone
💤 Implement practical tools — from bedtime gratitude to morning resets — to restore balance

Through relatable stories and real-life examples, Paige and Lindsey show how improving sleep transforms behavior, strengthens connection, and brings more peace into the home.

Because when sleep improves, so does emotional regulation — and with that comes more patience, empathy, and gratitude from everyone in the family.

If you’re ready to move beyond survival mode and create lasting calm, this episode is your roadmap.

🎧 Tune in to Episode 38 of Snooze Worthy — and rediscover the power of rest as the foundation for emotional harmony.

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In this heart-centered episode, Paige and Lindsey explore the deep connection between sleep, gratitude, and family connection — and how reclaiming rest can transform the rhythm of your home.

Together, they unpack the science of what happens when families are sleep-deprived — elevated cortisol, emotional reactivity, and stress — and contrast it with what unfolds when rest takes priority: emotional regulation, calm connection, and true presence.

You’ll learn:✨ Why rest is more than sleep — it’s a feeling of safety and belonging✨ How gratitude activates the body’s “rest and digest” state✨ Simple rituals like The 3-Thankfuls and Family Rest Hour that help your home slow down✨ How to model calm and regulation for your kids through micro-moments of stillness✨ Why choosing presence over perfection (especially during the holidays!) creates lasting connection

Paige and Lindsey remind us that rest isn’t a luxury or a reward — it’s the foundation for emotional health, gratitude, and joy. When families slow down enough to notice the good, gratitude naturally takes root.

If you’re ready to make your home feel calmer, safer, and more connected, this episode will show you how to begin — one restful rhythm at a time.

🎧 Tune in to Snooze Worthy Episode 37 and learn how to build a family culture that values rest as much as love.

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In this episode of Snooze Worthy, Lindsey and Paige tackle one of the most common—and confusing—sleep struggles parents face: how to tell the difference between genuine fear, developmental imagination, and bedtime stalling.

They’ll walk you through:
💡 Why fears of the dark and monsters are normal (and when they usually show up)
🧸 How to respond with empathy—without reinforcing the fear
🚰 How to handle those endless nighttime call-outs (and stop the “one more hug, one more drink” cycle)
🛏️ Simple tools that actually work—like bedtime passes, worry boxes, and calm, predictable routines

Plus, they share real-life stories from their own homes and client families that show exactly how consistency (and a little humor) can turn nighttime chaos into calm confidence.

Because the truth is: your child’s sleep fears are real—but so is your ability to help them. With the right mix of connection, structure, and consistency, everyone can rest easier.

🎧 Listen to Episode 36: Fear of the Dark, Monsters, and Those Endless Nighttime Call-Outs on Spotify or YouTube.
📞 Need personalized guidance for your child’s bedtime battles? Book a Sleep Evaluation Call and we’ll help you create a plan that brings peace back to bedtime.

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In this episode of Snooze Worthy, Lindsey and Paige share practical (and realistic) strategies to help your family enjoy Halloween without completely derailing your child’s sleep routine. You’ll learn how to:
🕒 Set clear expectations before the big night
🍭 Manage sugar and stimulation after trick-or-treating
🌙 Reset your child’s sleep schedule the next day

Plus, they’ll share what Halloween looks like in their own homes—including how they handle candy, bedtime, and keeping things calm after the chaos.

Because yes—you can have a magical Halloween and a well-rested family. It’s all about balance, structure, and a little post-holiday consistency.

📞 Need help getting back on track after the holidays?
Book a Sleep Evaluation Call with our team today and let’s build a plan that brings restful nights back to your home.

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You’ll learn:
✨ The key differences between nightmares (REM sleep, remembered) and night terrors (deep sleep, not remembered)
✨ Common triggers that cause them, from overtiredness and irregular schedules to stress and imagination overload
✨ How to comfort your child after a nightmare vs. how to handle a night terror episode without making things worse
✨ Prevention strategies to reduce both—so everyone can get back to restful nights

Whether your child is waking up scared from a bad dream or screaming in the middle of the night without remembering it later, this episode will help you understand what’s really happening—and what to do next.

👻 Ready to stop the “spooky” wake-ups and bring peace back to your nights? Book a Sleep Evaluation Call with us today

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They’ll recap the key takeaways, bust common myths (like “some kids just don’t need sleep”), and share a simple framework—rhythm, routine, and nourishment—that makes healthy sleep feel doable, not overwhelming. Whether you’re battling bedtime battles, night wakings, or just wanting to give your child the best foundation, this episode will help you focus on what really matters.

Sleep science isn’t complicated—it’s practical. And when you apply it consistently, the results speak for themselves.

👉 Want support tailoring these steps to your child? Book a call with us and let’s simplify sleep together.

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You’ll learn which foods support sleep (like protein, magnesium, and complex carbs), which ones can disrupt it (hello, sugar and hidden caffeine!), and how timing meals and snacks makes all the difference. Plus, they’ll share simple, practical tips—like offering protein at every meal or adding a balanced bedtime snack—that can set your child up for deeper, more restorative sleep.

If you’ve ever wondered whether that evening juice box or dessert is sabotaging bedtime, this episode will give you the clarity you need.

👉 Want personalized guidance on how nutrition fits into your child’s sleep plan? Book a call with us and we’ll help you make small tweaks with a big impact.

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From the release of growth hormone during deep sleep to the way the brain organizes and locks in new information, you’ll learn why those overnight hours are critical for everything from height and healing to memory and mood. They’ll also highlight the real-life signs that poor sleep may be impacting your child’s development—like frequent meltdowns, slow milestone progress, or constant illness.

Finally, Paige and Lindsey share practical, age-specific tips to help you protect bedtime, recognize overtired cues, and ensure your child is getting the restorative rest they need to thrive at home, school, and beyond.

If you’ve ever wondered why your toddler suddenly masters a new skill after a good week of sleep—or why a late bedtime leaves your preschooler struggling the next day—this episode will connect the dots.

👉 Ready to find out if your child’s sleep is truly supporting their growth and learning? Book a call with us to get a personalized plan for your family.

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We’ll break down what circadian rhythms are, how they develop in babies and children, and why hormones like melatonin and cortisol play such a big role in sleep. You’ll learn how to recognize when your child’s rhythm is out of sync (think: bedtime battles, early morning wakeups, and restless nights) and practical ways to reset it using light, darkness, and daily routines.

We’ll also tackle common myths—like whether keeping your child up later will help them sleep in (spoiler: it won’t!)—and share personal stories and client wins that show just how powerful aligning with your child’s natural rhythm can be.

If you’ve ever wondered why your child’s sleep feels chaotic, this episode will give you the science and strategies to bring more peace to your nights (and days).

👉 Ready for a personalized plan that works with your child’s natural sleep rhythms? Book a call with us today.

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From rigid school drop-offs and late practices to car catnaps that wreck the rest of the day, you’ll learn why these challenges matter for your baby’s development—and how to work around them without losing your mind.

We’ll cover:

• 🧠 Why disrupted naps can lead to overtiredness, bedtime battles, and harder nights

• 🔬 The science behind naps and brain development

• 🔧 Practical strategies to protect one solid nap a day, adjust wake windows, and use motion sleep strategically

• ⏰ How to shift bedtime earlier when needed

• ❤️ Ways to keep a familiar rhythm, even when every day looks different

If you’re feeling like school-year logistics are sabotaging your baby’s sleep, this episode will give you flexible, realistic solutions to keep your whole family rested.

🎯 Need more hands-on help?
Join our Parenting Practice Membership for live coaching, community support, and a full library of resources on navigating sleep transitions for babies, toddlers, and big kids.

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In this episode of Snooze Worthy, pediatric sleep specialists Paige and Lindsey share practical, research-backed strategies to help school-aged kids protect their sleep—without nightly battles. You’ll learn:

• 🧠 The real impact of less-than-9-hours of sleep on mood, focus, and academics

• 📱 How screens and social media disrupt sleep (and realistic ways to set limits)

• ⏰ How to build a school-year rhythm that balances rest, downtime, and connection

• 💬 Ways to support kids through stress without overpacking their schedules

Whether your child is a night owl glued to group chats or just struggling to wind down after a busy day, this episode will give you the tools to help them sleep well and thrive.

🎯 Want more school-age sleep support?
Join our Parenting Practice Membership for expert coaching, a complete school-age sleep guide, and real-time help with screen struggles, bedtime battles, and schedule resets.

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In this practical and encouraging episode of Snooze Worthy, pediatric sleep specialists (and fellow moms) Paige and Lindsey break down how to ease your child back into a healthy school sleep routine—without the meltdowns, power struggles, or late-night chaos.

You’ll learn:

• 🧠 Why your child’s circadian rhythm is key to school success

• 📚 What the research says about sleep, behavior, and cognitive performance

• 👣 How to gradually shift bedtime and wake times (even if you're starting late!)

• 💡 Gentle ways to hold boundaries and support your child through the transition

Whether school starts next week or next month, this episode is packed with realistic, science-backed strategies to help your family get back on track—and stay there.

🎯 Want more support?
Join our Parenting Practice Membership where we dive even deeper into school year sleep, bedtime resistance, and transitions. You’ll get access to our expert team, downloadable resources, and a supportive community of parents. Learn more here!

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We cover:

• 🧠 How baby brains grow and why sleep is essential for development

• 🕒 What makes newborn sleep cycles so different from ours

• 🌅 The role of circadian rhythms, melatonin, and sleep pressure

• 🍼 The real connection between feeding and sleep (and why it matters)

Whether you’re in the thick of the 4-month regression or just trying to make sense of those short wake windows, this episode will help you understand what’s normal—and what you can do to support better rest.

🎯 Want step-by-step guidance tailored to your baby’s sleep? Join our Parenting Practice Membership! You’ll get expert support, real-time answers, and confidence as your child’s sleep evolves.

👉 Click here to join us today. Because sleep isn’t just about schedules—it’s about science.

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Join pediatric sleep specialists Lindsey and Paige as we dive into the science behind routines and why this simple habit helps children regulate, connect, and actually settle into sleep. Whether your toddler is bouncing off the walls at 9 p.m. or you’re too exhausted to even think about a routine, we’ve got you.

💤 What you’ll learn:

• The brain science behind predictability and nervous system regulation

• Why resistance at bedtime doesn’t mean failure

• The ideal structure for a routine (and how to start small)

• What to eliminate for a smoother wind-down

✨ Ready for calmer nights?
Download our Bedtime Builder Guide—your step-by-step plan to create a consistent, connected, meltdown-free bedtime routine that actually works.

Let’s make bedtime your favorite part of the day.

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In this episode, pediatric sleep specialists and moms, Paige LeGault and Lindsey Burchfield, break down:
🔹 Why rapid brain development disrupts sleep
🔹 How newfound independence leads to bedtime battles
🔹 What overtiredness really looks like (hint: it’s not always yawning)
🔹 The surprising connection between low iron and restless nights

Plus, they share what actually helps stabilize toddler sleep—without resorting to power struggles or perfection. From calm boundaries to intentional connection and bedtime visual tools, you’ll walk away with strategies that work in real life.

💡 Spoiler: This isn’t about “fixing” your child—it’s about understanding what’s developmentally normal and responding with confidence.

🎧 Tune in now and grab practical tips you can use tonight—and don’t forget to check out the Parenting Practice Membership for full toddler sleep support.

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In this episode, we’re stripping things down to the essentials. July is our Back to Basics month, and we’re kicking it off by revisiting the building blocks of great sleep. Whether you're a first-time listener or a seasoned Snooze Worthy fan, this episode is your reminder that you don’t need complicated systems or rigid routines to get your child sleeping well.

We break down:

• What "foundational sleep" really means

• Why independence and routine go hand in hand

• The common traps families fall into when they skip the basics

• How to reset without starting over

If your child’s sleep has gone sideways and you’re not sure where to begin, this episode is your roadmap back to peace.

💤 Want ongoing support as you implement these strategies? Join our Parenting Practice Membership for just $33/month and get access to live Q&As, expert resources, and real-time support from our team of certified sleep specialists. Because sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity.

👉 Join the Membership Now

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🌙 Key Tip: Protect the rhythm, not the clock. Predictability is more important than perfection.

❤️ Permission granted to enjoy your summer and protect sleep. We’ll show you how to do both.

🎧 If this series helped you breathe easier this summer, don’t forget to like, follow, and leave a review—it helps other tired parents find us!

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✈️ Travel Toolkit: Portable blackout shades, familiar routines, and wake time consistency are your best friends.

👶 Whether you’re road-tripping or flying across time zones, this episode will leave you feeling more prepared—and a lot less stressed.

📬 Planning a trip soon? Follow or subscribe now so you have these travel tips saved when you need them most!

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💤 Sleep Science: Earlier bedtimes support better quality sleep, emotional health, and easier days.

🎯 Tips inside for resetting rhythms without drama—and how to enjoy summer without sliding too far off course.

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🛠 Takeaway: Even just 4–5 predictable nights a week can make a world of difference.

📲 Join the conversation in our Parenting Practice community and let us know: what’s your biggest summer sleep win or challenge so far?

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Gabby, a mother who bravely shares her experience with postpartum psychosis—an often misunderstood and rarely talked about maternal mental health condition. From the early signs that something wasn’t right to the critical turning point that led her to seek help, Gabby opens up about the reality of navigating a mental health emergency in the postpartum period.

We explore the difference between postpartum depression, anxiety, and psychosis, and provide insight into recognizing red flags, accessing support, and removing the stigma surrounding maternal mental health challenges. Whether you’re a parent, a support person, or a provider, this episode sheds light on an important topic we all need to understand more fully.

🛑 If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of postpartum psychosis, please seek immediate medical attention or call a crisis line in your area.

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🔗 Learn more and access our maternal mental health resource list at www.parentingpracticeco.com

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We unpack:

• What the postpartum period actually is (hint: it’s more than just the first six weeks)

• The difference between the baby blues and more serious conditions like postpartum anxiety (PPA) and postpartum depression (PPD)

• Common signs and symptoms to watch for—and when to reach out for help

• Tangible ways to make the most out of postpartum, including support systems, rest, mindset shifts, and mental health check-ins

Whether you're in the middle of postpartum or preparing for it, this episode is a must-listen to help you feel informed, empowered, and less alone.

💛 You don’t have to do postpartum alone—and you shouldn’t.
📞 Learn more about working with Constance or accessing postpartum support at www.parentingpracticeco.com

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We also introduce The Sleep Farm, our gentle and practical newborn sleep guide designed specifically for babies 0–3 months. This guide walks parents through how to create calm, connection, and sustainable routines without pressure, crying, or rigid schedules.

Whether you’re expecting, in the thick of newborn life, or supporting someone who is, this episode is filled with validation, encouragement, and actionable steps to help your whole family rest a little easier.

🍼 Ready to start your sleep journey off right?
📥 Grab The Sleep Farm at our Shopify store

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✨ Need guidance on building a solid sleep foundation? Download our FREE resource: Sleep Teaching Foundationsto start your family’s journey to better sleep.

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In Episode 12, we're diving into one of the most debated topics in sleep training: "Cry It Out." What does "Cry It Out" really mean, and why does it stir up such strong opinions? We'll break down the myths, explain the method, and share how our approach is significantly different. If you've ever wondered what "Cry It Out" entails or how it compares to other sleep strategies, this episode is for you. Join us as we shed light on this controversial topic and offer compassionate, effective alternatives to help your little one achieve restful sleep.

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In Episode 11, we're exploring the difference between Secure Attachment and Attachment Style Parenting. We'll dive into what Secure Attachment truly means and how you can cultivate it—even if you choose to sleep train your child. We'll also discuss why it's nearly impossible to adhere strictly to Attachment Style Parenting, and why that's perfectly okay. Secure Attachment is built in many ways beyond sleep strategies, and we're here to unpack those with you. Tune in as we provide clarity, support, and actionable advice to help you foster a secure and loving bond with your child, no matter your parenting approach.

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In Episode 10, we’re diving into sleep strategies for families on the go. Traveling with kids can be an adventure, but navigating time zone changes, setting up a sleep-friendly environment in new places, and managing sleep around busy event schedules can be challenging. In this episode, we’ll cover essential tips for helping your child adjust to new time zones, creating a comfortable sleep setup wherever you are, and balancing rest with the demands of travel plans. Join us to make your next trip smoother with practical, expert advice on ensuring your little one gets the sleep they need—so you can enjoy your travels to the fullest!

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We’ll also share tips on how to create a calming and consistent sleep environment that works for your busy little one. Join us to learn practical strategies for helping your toddler sleep soundly through the night!

And don’t forget to check out Episode 7, where we guide you through creating the perfect bedtime routine for any age. It’s one of the simplest yet most essential steps you can take to ensure your child gets a restful night’s sleep!

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