Little Z's Sleep Podcast

Wondering when it's time to make the change from 2 to 1 nap? If your baby is between 12-14 months old, it could be time!! In this episode Becca will walk you through: -Signs that point to needing to drop the second nap -How to move Nap 1 to mid-day  -Ideal timing for the 1 nap -How long to expect it for -When to choose a car or stroller nap in the afternoon -Dealing with over tiredness during the transition

Wondering when it's time to make the change from 3 to 2 naps? If your baby is 6-7 months old, it's time!! Get ready to rejoice, because it's finally time for a predictable nap schedule from baby! When we switch from 3 to 2 naps, generally you'll find the same wake and nap times for baby each day. Which is a relief after a long 6 months of nap changes!

If you're listening to this podcast, you're probably in a phase where you feel surrounded by diapers, endlessly counting down to nap, and wondering if you'll ever see a full night of sleep?! I get it! Today I'm sending you encouragement that you ARE doing a great job!! Listen to this episode for tips on how to care for you, how to manipulate naps (YES!), teach your toddler responsibility, and manage this season well. 

So you have a sleepless child, but your'e hesitating about making change. It's okay! I get it! Over the years I've talked with so many families who are READY...and many families who want to make change, but aren't ready to commit. I'm sharing 3 ways you know you're ready to GET STARTED and make lasting change. 

If you've hung around my Instagram long enough, you've heard me shout Carly's name from the rooftops!! Carly Tulloch is the founder of WeeTalkers, an incredible Instagram account sharing speech and language tips for children of all ages!  In today's episode, I'm talking with Carly about her roots, passion of speech, and walking through developmental milestones for children as they grow.

There's a big difference between napping at home and napping outside the home! Whether your child attends a daycare or sitter during the day- we all need to be informed and realistic about the sleep there!  Highlights from this episode: 1. YOU are your child's advocate! 2. Can we bring any comforts from home? 3. How to adjust bedtime with short daycare naps. 4. When daycare naps will change for the better! 5. Have an older child who still has to nap at daycare? 

Raise your hand if your child is the master of the 30 minute nap?! Or maybe you've nailed it down to exactly 33 minutes?!  Yes, I hear that ALL the time! Short naps are for sure a common theme with my clients, and we work hard to solve them!  What's the reason behind them? Daytime sleep cycles around about (you guessed it) 30 minutes! So typically the child is waking up after one sleep cycle and not really sure how to go back to sleep. 

We see the Dock-A-Tot and Rock-N-Play everywhere! In fact, they tend to be the #1 items recommended on registry lists! However, there are so many reasons these two items really should be avoided, and are not recommended (even banned) by research and government agencies.  In this episode I'm sharing my biggest problems with the Dock-A-Tot, Rock-N-Play & the Snoo. 

Ever wondered if dream feeds would solve your baby's sleep? Been considering just dumping some oatmeal in baby's bottle at night? Is it true that a heavier stomach means baby will sleep longer? Is there any harm in allowing your child to sleep with a water bottle?

Leaving home with baby is hard enough, and I know you basically feel like you're moving in when you get there! But of all the things you pack on vacation, THIS is the one you won't want to forget!  On today's Podcast Becca is talking with Katy Mallory of SlumberPod-  a portable privacy, blackout tent to go ontop of baby's pack n play!! 

Hooray!! Your little one is officially out of the newborn status and now...a baby, fully able to self-soothe and sleep well! But, you might be finding that those newborn days of 3-4 wakes (or more?!) per night are still happening. And even, getting worse!  Breathe easy, I've got you covered!  FOUR MONTH BABY SLEEP E-COACHING IS HERE! 

It's National Adoption Month! I'm talking with Elisabeth Bean, mom to adorable Nora Bean, about her and her husband's adoption process, sleep training process and how we can support families like her! 

It's the #1 excuse I hear!!! "Becca, my child is teething so I have to rock them to sleep."  "I know they are teething so should I not sleep train until it's over?" "Teething is the worst! They stopped sleeping in their bed and only want me!"  You're probably not going to enjoy my message today, but I'm just not convinced that it's teething! In this episode I'm sharing my teething strategies and how to maintain your good sleeper through this. 

There's nothing more pathetic than a sick baby! And while sleep is the best medicine to help your baby or toddler overcome not feeling well, inevitably sickness will disrupt sleep.  Today Becca sharing her favorite tools & strategies to help your little sleeper still get the most out of their Zzz's and feel better soon!

Ya'll, EVERYTHING goes back to bedtime routine! It's so important to have a solid routine that cues your baby for sleep. I love creating a simple bedtime routine with families that is stress-free, cuddly AND portable! This routine we talk about today can be started from Day 1 of your baby's life- and continue until 12 months old. No matter where travels take you or who babysits, as long as you have the same routine...you'll have sweet dreams!