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| Episode 127: Dr Halaina on Mum Life & Mental Health | 12 oct. 2026 | 01:02:05 | |
Does being a clinical psychologist make parenting a walk in the park? According to Dr Halaina Winter, not quite. Dr Fallon chats with Dr Halaina about her experience as a first-time parent: the surprises, the self-doubt and the moments that humbled her. Together they explore practical ways to look after your mental health in those early years. Whether you’re expecting, newly home with your baby or deep in the toddler trenches, you’ll come away feeling reassured, understood and a little less alone. Services mentioned in this episode: PANDA: 1300 726 306 Lifeline crisis support: 13 11 14 Cope: https://www.cope.org.au/ Gidget Foundation: https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au/ Learn more about Dr Halaina Winter: Follow on instagram @drhalainawinter Need sleep support?✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support! 🏢 Prefer an appointment? Explore appointment options with our team of practitioners. 🔍 Search our index of parent questions here Give us some love!☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok 💖 Tell your mates about us Subscribe 🔽 ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | |||
| Episode 126: Early rising, decoded | 24 sept. 2026 | 01:11:08 | |
If your little one is waking before the sun and ready to party while the rest of the house sleeps, this episode is for you. Early rising is one of the most common sleep struggles parents face, but the good news is that it almost always comes down to just a handful of causes. In this episode, Dr Fallon (PhD, Sleep Practitioner) will help you identify the cause of your little one's early rising so you can take steps to reclaim your sleep in - plus she answers questions from tired parents. Need support?✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support! 🏢 Prefer an appointment? Explore appointment options with our team of practitioners. 🔍 Search our index of parent questions here Give us some love!☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok 💖 Tell your mates about us Subscribe 🔽 ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | |||
| Episode 125: When sleep progress stalls (you need to address these 3 factors) | 07 sept. 2026 | 00:45:35 | |
Dr. Fallon Cook breaks down the three core factors that influence nighttime sleep in babies and toddlers - leave one unaddressed and those night wakes will continue Tune in to identify the missing factor that stands between you and better nights. ➕ Plus hear answers to 8 brilliant parent questions Need support? ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support! 🏢 Prefer an appointment? Explore appointment options with our team of practitioners. 🔍 Search our index of parent questions here Give us some love!☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok 💖 Tell your mates about us Subscribe 🔽 ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | |||
| Episode 124: Book Week Made Easy | 24 août 2026 | 00:46:26 | |
In this episode, Dr Fallon shares practical parenting hacks for stress-free Book Week costumes, along with expert advice on sleep and settling challenges for babies and toddlers.
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Need support? ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support! 🏢 Prefer an appointment? Explore appointment options with our team of practitioners. Give us some love! ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok 💖 Tell your mates about us Subscribe 🔽 ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | |||
| Episode 123: Dropping the final nap | 14 août 2026 | 00:58:59 | |
Is your toddler fighting their nap like it's a personal insult? Then you might be wondering if it's time to drop that final nap. In this episode Dr Fallon (PhD) shows you exactly how and when to do it. 🔍 Search our index of parent questions here Need support?✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support! 🏢 Prefer an appointment? Explore appointment options with our team of practitioners. Give us some love! ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok 💖 Tell your mates about us Subscribe 🔽 ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | |||
| Episode 122: Bringing bedtime earlier | 28 juil. 2026 | 00:57:09 | |
If your little one has decided a late bedtime and a long sleep in each day is their vibe, then this episode is for you! Dr Fallon walks you through exactly how to bring bedtime and wake up time earlier – the fast way and the slow way - so you can choose what suits your child best. 🔍 Search our index of parent questions here Need support?✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support! 🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic, or explore telehealth options with our team of practitioners. Give us some love! ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok 💖 Tell your mates about us Subscribe 🔽 ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | |||
| Episode 121: Unique Sleep Needs | 13 juil. 2026 | 01:11:45 | |
Understanding your baby or toddler's unique sleep needs is one of the most important steps you can take towards better sleep for your whole family. Join Dr Fallon (PhD) to learn about how variable sleep needs can be between babies, and learn how you can identify and cater to your child’s unique sleep needs. Plus Dr Fallon answers 20 brilliant questions submitted by Sombelle members. Here's the link to the chart referred to in this episode: https://www.thensf.org/how-many-hours-of-sleep-do-you-really-need/ Need support?✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support! 🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic, or explore telehealth options with our team of practitioners. Give us some love! ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok 💖 Tell your mates about us Subscribe 🔽 ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | |||
| Episode 120: How to tailor your cot settling approach | 16 juin 2026 | 00:38:42 | |
For most babies and toddlers, sleep improves when they start to fall asleep in their cot. But what if you have a super sensitive baby? One who absolutely HATES their cot and will scream the moment you dare even walk in to their nursery? Luckily, there is a solution, it just takes creativity and a little bit of dedication. If you’ve struggled to settle your baby or toddler in their cot, this episode is for you. Need support?✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support! 🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic, or explore telehealth options. Give us some love! ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok 💖 Tell your mates about us Subscribe 🔽 ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | |||
| Episode 119: Permission slips for tired parents | 29 mai 2026 | 00:48:41 | |
I was thinking about what I would tell my younger self. The version of me who had a newborn, or a six-month-old, or a toddler who had decided that 4:30am was a completely acceptable time to begin the day And I realised that the things I’d actually want to tell her aren’t the research findings. They’re the softer things. The permission slips. The things nobody really says out loud. So that’s what this episode is. Three things I genuinely believe can help all parents, and I hope at least one of them lands for you. Plus I answer your questions ☺️ Let’s get into it. - Dr Fallon ❤️ Need support? ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support! 🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic, or explore telehealth options. Give us some love! ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok 💖 Tell your mates about us Subscribe 🔽 ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | |||
| Episode 118: Fixing False Starts | 27 avr. 2026 | 01:03:42 | |
If you settle your baby or toddler at bedtime, only for them to wake up less than 2 hours later, then you’re familiar with ‘false starts.’ False starts happen when babies or toddlers don’t begin their nights with a long stretch of deep sleep – they may have this deep sleep later in the night, or not at all. In episode 118, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs & Sleep Practitioners) unpack why false starts happen, and how you can fix them. Need support? ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support! 🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic, or explore telehealth options. Give us some love! ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok 💖 Tell your mates about us Subscribe 🔽 ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | |||
| Episode 117: Fixing the 5am wake up | 13 avr. 2026 | 01:16:29 | |
If 5am wake-ups are a regular occurrence in your house, you are not alone, and more importantly, you are not stuck. Early rising is one of the most common sleep complaints we hear from parents, and one of the most misunderstood. Many parents assume their little one is just wired that way, but in most cases there's a clear reason it's happening, and a fix. In this episode, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs & Sleep Practitioners) walk you through the most common causes of early waking, the mistakes that can accidentally lock in that 5am start, and the practical steps you can take to shift things in the right direction. Need support?✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support! 🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic, or explore telehealth options. Give us some love! ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok 💖 Tell your mates about us Subscribe 🔽 ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | |||
| Episode 116: Yes, you can wake your sleeping child | 02 avr. 2026 | 00:46:57 | |
Waking your child from a nap might feel counterintuitive - especially if you were up half the night with them! But sometimes a long day nap only increases the chances of another tricky night - at some point, we have to put the brakes on this cycle. In this episode of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon (PhD, Sleep Practitioner) explains when and why your baby or toddler should be woken from their naps. Need support?✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support! 🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic, or explore telehealth options. Give us some love! ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok 💖 Tell your mates about us Subscribe 🔽 ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | |||
| Episode 115: The mental load of sleep – who carries it in your house? | 16 mars 2026 | 01:03:39 | |
You know the feeling: your baby is finally asleep, but your brain is just getting started 😓 In this episode, Dr. Fallon Cook & Dr. Laura Conway (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) dive into something that keeps so many parents awake long after bedtime - the mental load of sleep. We’re talking about the 2am maths equations, the endless planning, and the invisible second shift that runs on a loop in your head. Join us as we name it, unpack why it hits so hard, and share practical strategies for sharing the load so you can actually rest when your little one does. Need support? ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support! 🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic, or explore telehealth options. Give us some love! ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok 💖 Tell your mates about us Subscribe 🔽 ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | |||
| Episode 114: Managing your low sleep needs child | 03 mars 2026 | 01:04:44 | |
If you’ve ever heard the phrase, 'Sleep begets sleep' and wanted to throw a book across the room, this episode is for you! Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) tackle one of parenting's most exhausting curveballs: the low sleep needs baby or toddler. Let’s ditch the guilt, drop the pressure to 'fix' them, and dive into real-world strategies to help you, and your low sleep needs child, thrive! Need support?✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs for immediate support. 🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic 🙋♀️ See Dr Fallon in our Telehealth clinic Give us some love!☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok 💖 Tell your mates about us Subscribe 🔽 ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | |||
| Episode 113: Using white noise to support sleep | 16 févr. 2026 | 01:02:09 | |
Inside the womb, your baby’s world is a constant hum of blood flow, digestion, and a heartbeat that thumps like a drum. It’s no wonder most babies find white noise soothing – it sounds like home! From calming a crying infant to blocking out the doorbell during nap time, white noise is a simple tool can be a game-changer for the whole family. In this episode, Dr Fallon (PhD, Sleep Practitioner) breaks down exactly how to use white noise to support your little one’s sleep, without the common mistakes. Need support? 🙋♀️ See Dr Fallon in our Telehealth clinic 🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs for immediate support. Give us some love!☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok 💖 Tell your mates about us Subscribe 🔽 ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | |||
| Episode 112: Master the bedtime routine | 02 févr. 2026 | 01:08:44 | |
Everyone says that a good bedtime routine is super important for children. But has anyone ever told you why? Or how to set up a great bedtime routine for your little one? In this episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) dive right in, so you can learn what’s happening in your child’s brain when you begin their bedtime routine, how to set up a great bedtime routine for your baby, toddler, or older child, and what to do if bedtime, feels more like heading in to battle, than the relaxing wind down you hoped it would be. Need support? 🙋♀️ See Dr Fallon in our Telehealth clinic 🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs for immediate support. Give us some love!☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok 💖 Tell your mates about us Subscribe 🔽 ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | |||
| Episode 111: The Sleep Assessment Breakdown | 19 janv. 2026 | 01:14:10 | |
If you're a sleep-deprived parent, you've probably wondered what really happens when you seek help. In this episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) walk you through their entire assessment process - the step-by-step approach that allows them to tailor support for your baby or toddler and maximise your chances of success. If you're exhausted and looking for answers, this episode is essential listening. You'll uncover the key clues that can make sleep and settling easier for your family. 🙋♀️ See Dr Fallon in our Telehealth clinic: https://www.infantsleep.com.au/appointments 🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic, Malvern: https://www.infantsleep.com.au/melbourne ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs for immediate support. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts
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| Episode 110: Sleep Dilemmas Answered | 14 janv. 2026 | 01:01:18 | |
Parent questions have been coming through thick and fast during the xmas and new year holidays so on parent request, in this episode Dr Fallon & Dr Laura dive in to how to adjust nap lengths, how to choose a settling approach for a new baby when you already have a toddler in the house, how to reduce the number of overnight feeds, and what to do when your baby only settles for one parent. Plus, we discuss our big plans for 2026, including a huge expansion of our clinic services so more families can enjoy easier settling and more restful nights with their little one. 🙋♀️ See Dr Fallon in our Telehealth clinic! For the first time in 2 years, Fallon is seeing new families: https://www.infantsleep.com.au/appointments 🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic, Malvern: https://www.infantsleep.com.au/melbourne ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs for immediate support. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | |||
| Episode 109: 10 tips for a Merry Xmas with your little one | 08 déc. 2025 | 01:05:17 | |
Dr Fallon and Dr Laura share personal stories about their own Christmas celebrations, offer practical tips for managing holiday stress, and emphasise the importance of self-care. Learn how to navigate family dynamics, set realistic expectations, and embrace new traditions. Additionally, they answer listener questions about sleep challenges and parenting strategies. ✅ Need additional support? Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs, where we have an entire chapter dedicated to helping you resolve sleep pressure difficulties. Or visit our wonderful sleep clinic, via Telehealth or in person if you're local to Melbourne. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | |||
| Episode 108: The magic of a set wake up time | 24 nov. 2025 | 00:55:23 | |
When you wake your child at the same time each day, you’re giving their circadian rhythm a clear signal that helps shape predictable naps and easier bedtimes. It’s not easy to get up on time after a tricky night, but in today’s episode Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) unpack why it’s worthwhile, and share how to make it work for your family. ✅ Need additional support? Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs, where we have an entire chapter dedicated to helping you resolve sleep pressure difficulties. Or visit our wonderful sleep clinic, via Telehealth or in person if you're local to Melbourne. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | |||
| Episode 107: Does bedsharing have benefits? | 12 nov. 2025 | 00:56:38 | |
Does bedsharing have benefits for infant development or attachment? The quick answer is no. Systematic reviews (the highest form of scientific evidence) consistently show that bedsharing is associated with: 1️⃣ Longer breastfeeding duration 2️⃣ Increased risk of death 3️⃣ More frequent night waking Bedsharing might be your preference, and that's ok, but it's important to understand both the risks, and the reality - babies who sleep in cots are just as well attached to their parents, as those who share a bed with their parents. Drs Fallon & Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) dive head first in to the scientific literature on bedsharing, so you can make an informed decision for your little one ✅ Need additional support? Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs, where we have an entire chapter dedicated to helping you resolve sleep pressure difficulties. Or visit our wonderful sleep clinic, via Telehealth or in person if you're local to Melbourne. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts
If you choose to bedshare please follow the RedNose guidelines for safer cosleeping: https://rednose.org.au/safe-sleep-and-safer-pregnancy/newborn-to-1-year/co-sleeping-with-your-baby/ REFERENCES: Das, Rashmi Ranjan, Sankar, M. Jeeva, Agarwal, Ramesh, Paul, Vinod Kumar, Is “Bed Sharing” Beneficial and Safe during Infancy? A Systematic Review, International Journal of Pediatrics, 2014, 468538, 16 pages, 2014. https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/468538 Baddock, et.al. The influence of bed-sharing on infant physiology, breastfeeding and behaviour: A systematic review, Sleep Medicine Reviews, Volume 43, 2019, Pages 106-117, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.smrv.2018.10.007. Horsley T, Clifford T, Barrowman N, et al. Benefits and Harms Associated With the Practice of Bed Sharing: A Systematic Review. Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med. 2007;161(3):237–245. doi:10.1001/archpedi.161.3.237 A Morneau, A Vallieres, 0949 Should Parents and Children Share the Same Bed? A Systematic Review of the Consequences of Bedsharing on Sleep and Child Development, Sleep, Volume 43, Issue Supplement_1, April 2020, Pages A360–A361, https://doi.org/10.1093/sleep/zsaa056.945 Wolf et. al., (2025). Mother–Infant Bed-sharing Is Associated with Increased Breastfeeding: A Systematic Review. Breastfeeding Medicine, 20 (4). | |||
| Episode 106: The Answer is Sleep Pressure | 27 oct. 2025 | 01:02:34 | |
If your baby or toddler has false starts, split nights, or they are hard to settle to sleep, then there is a very good chance your little one has a sleep pressure difficulty. The good news? These problems are easily fixed by taking a close look at the daily rhythm. When sleep pressure challenges are resolved, the door to easier settling and quieter nights, swings wide open. This episode is Dr Fallon & Dr Laura's guide to identifying and fixing sleep pressure difficulties. ✅ Need additional support? Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs, where we have an entire chapter dedicated to helping you resolve sleep pressure difficulties. Or visit our wonderful sleep clinic, via Telehealth or in person if you're local to Melbourne. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | |||
| Episode 105: Night Weaning | 14 oct. 2025 | 00:57:02 | |
Is your baby hungry at 2am…or do they feed simply out of habit? Not all babies will stop feeding overnight when it’s no longer necessary – some enjoy those overnight feeds a lot and expect them to continue for 1, 2, or even 3 years! There are loads of factors that influence night feeding and in this episode Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) unpack what you need to know before weaning overnight feeds. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts ✅ Visit our clinic or join Sombelle for expert support with baby & toddler sleep & settling difficulties. | |||
| Episode 104: Speech & Sleep with Dr Kylie | 16 sept. 2025 | 00:49:51 | |
When parents know how to spot communication difficulties, they’re able to quickly increase the support their little one’s need for communication to thrive! In episode 104 of Brand New Little People, you’ll meet Dr Kylie Smith, speech pathologist and mum of three. Dr Kylie will teach you: 👉🏽 What typical communication development looks like 👉🏽 How to identify that your little one needs support 👉🏽 Tips for building language skills that you can integrate into everyday life ➕ PLUS Dr Fallon answers all your questions about sleep and settling 💤
🗣️ To learn about communication milestones visit Speech Pathology Australia ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts ✅ Visit our clinic or join Sombelle for expert support with baby & toddler sleep & settling difficulties. | |||
| Episode 103: Night waking is normal…right? | 02 sept. 2025 | 01:09:47 | |
Imagine this – your 6 month old baby wakes at least 5 times every night, sometimes very briefly and other times for up to 2 hours 😥 You’ve rocked and shooshed your baby for so long that your body aches every day. The minute your head hits the pillow your baby wakes again. In a state of desperation you open Instagram and there it is in big, bold font, with a picture of a peaceful, well rested mother. It reads: “It’s normal for babies to wake in the night”. Ughhh. 😒 In today’s episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) unpack this very toxic statement, because parents deserve better. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/infant.sleep ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ Visit our clinic or join Sombelle for expert support with baby & toddler sleep & settling difficulties: https://loom.ly/RZeC0NA | |||
| Episode 102: Sleep apnoea in babies & toddlers | 20 août 2025 | 01:09:21 | |
Sleep apnoea can occur at any point in the lifespan, in any gender, and when left untreated in babies and toddlers it can have a huge impact on sleep quality and your child’s broader wellbeing. Our sleep clinics focus on the behavioural aspects of sleep, but we always screen for sleep apnoea and refer on when needed. 👉🏽 Let’s learn the four key signs every parent needs to be on the lookout for. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/infant.sleep ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ Visit our clinic or join Sombelle for expert support with baby & toddler sleep & settling difficulties: https://loom.ly/RZeC0NA | |||
| Episode 101: How to drop a nap | 04 août 2025 | 00:54:03 | |
😴 Knowing when and how to drop a nap is important. It can make the difference between your little one having great overnight sleep….or having weeks or even months of really tricky nights 🙁 👉🏽 In Episode 101 Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) unpack the key signs that your little one is ready to drop a nap, and talk you through exactly how to manage the transition 💅🏼 ✅ Visit our clinic or join Sombelle for expert support with baby & toddler sleep & settling difficulties: https://loom.ly/RZeC0NA ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8
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| Episode 100 🎉 Behind the scenes with Dr Fallon & Dr Laura | 30 juil. 2025 | 01:05:25 | |
Welcome to Episode 100 of Brand New Little People, the podcast that’s helped over 193,000 sleepy parents navigate the wild world of baby and toddler sleep! For 100 episodes, we’ve been your go-to for evidence-based, no-guilt sleep support, and guess what? We’re still the highest-ranked infant sleep podcast in the parenting charts! 🎉 Together, we’ve answered over 600 parent questions, cheered on your victories, and busted myths from Australia to Finland, the USA to Japan, because yes, sleep struggles are truly universal! But today? We’re mixing it up! For our 100th episode, we’re pulling back the curtain (just a little!) on who we really are—with fun facts, hypotheticals, and we’ll address some recent parent questions too. Let’s celebrate how far we’ve come… and how much more there is to learn! ✅ Visit our clinic or join Sombelle for expert support with baby & toddler sleep & settling difficulties: https://loom.ly/RZeC0NA ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 | |||
| Episode 99: Sleep Questions Answered | 21 juil. 2025 | 00:54:44 | |
In this episode, Dr Fallon Cook and Dr Laura Conway answer 10 brilliant sleep-related questions from very tired parents. They explore various topics including sleep cycles, teething, toddler behaviour, and the impact of daycare on sleep routines. Tune in as they dive deep in to the importance of understanding baby and toddler's sleep needs and offer practical advice for parents navigating these challenges. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ Visit our clinic or join Sombelle for expert support with baby & toddler sleep & settling difficulties: https://loom.ly/RZeC0NA | |||
| Episode 98: 3 Factors to Reduce Night Waking | 02 juil. 2025 | 01:08:41 | |
In older babies and toddlers, night waking is influenced by 3 key factors, (1) how they settle to sleep, (2) the daily rhythm, and (3) motivating factors. If one of these 3 factors isn’t addressed, it’s likely night waking will continue to be a persistent problem. Success comes when all three factors have been addressed. In episode 98 of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) unpack the 3 factors that impact night waking, so you are your little one can enjoy restful nights. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ Visit our clinic or join Sombelle for expert support with baby & toddler sleep & settling difficulties: https://loom.ly/RZeC0NA | |||
| Episode 97: Parasomnias | 24 juin 2025 | 00:56:31 | |
Night terrors, sleep talking, confusional arousals, sleep walking, and nightmares, are all common types of parasomnias that can occur during toddlerhood. Parasomnias are undesirable experiences that occur during sleep, that usually aren’t harmful, but they can be disturbing and frustrating for parents. In episode 97 of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) explore what causes parasomnias and how you can best manage these in your toddler. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ Visit our clinic or join Sombelle for expert support with baby & toddler sleep & settling difficulties: https://loom.ly/RZeC0NA | |||
| Episode 96: Sleep during illness | 16 juin 2025 | 00:58:11 | |
You’re finally starting to enjoy some longer stretches of overnight sleep, when suddenly your baby or toddler catches a virus and before you know it you’re back to multiple night wakes and tricky settling. Often when our little ones recover from illness, their sleep takes a surprising amount of time to return to normal. This is a well worn path by generations of parents! In episode 96 of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) discuss how to navigate sleep challenges during illness, with your baby or toddler. ⭐️ Join Dr Fallon in the Raising Children Network sleep webinar for babies 4-12 months, it’s FREE! Register now. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ Visit our clinic or join Sombelle for expert support with baby & toddler sleep & settling difficulties: https://loom.ly/RZeC0NA #sleep #babysleep #toddlersleep #parenting #sleepclinic #earlyparenting #sleephelp #sleeptips #sleepdoctor | |||
| Episode 95: The 4-Month Sleep ‘Regression’ | 02 juin 2025 | 01:03:40 | |
It’s a big concern for so many new parents - the dreaded four month sleep ‘regression’. The science behind sleep regressions is non existent 🤷🏻♀️ so mostly, we disregard them, but the reality is, sleep often does become a big challenge at 4 months of age for so many parents and their babies. 🎧 In episode 95 of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) unpick why sleep can worsen at 4 months of age, and what you can do to keep sleep on track. ⭐️ Join Dr Fallon in the Raising Children Network sleep webinar for babies 0-3 months, it’s FREE! Register now. ⭐️ Sign up for Parent Day to hear experts speak on a range of parenting topics including Dr Laura who will speak about how to make bedtimes easier in toddlers to teens. This is an initiative of the International Congress on Evidence-based Parenting Support. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://sombelle.infantsleep.com.au/ | |||
| Episode 94: Moving your toddler from cot to bed | 26 mai 2025 | 00:56:56 | |
We all dread the day it happens—your toddler suddenly starts trying to climb out of the cot, and it feels like game over for sleep. Well, good news: it doesn’t have to be. While we don’t always get to choose when our toddlers transition to a bed, there are plenty of ways to make the shift smoother and keep their sleep (and yours!) on track. 🎧 In episode 94 of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) share everything they wish they’d known before moving their own little ones from cot to bed—so you can handle this milestone with confidence. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ Visit our clinic or join Sombelle for expert support with baby & toddler sleep & settling difficulties: https://loom.ly/RZeC0NA #sleep #babysleep #toddlersleep #parenting #sleepclinic #earlyparenting #sleephelp #sleeptips #sleepdoctor | |||
| Episode 93: Dummies & sleep | 20 mai 2025 | 00:55:25 | |
👶🏽 Dummies, or pacifiers, can be a life saver for exhausted parents. Some babies and toddlers find it comforting to suck, and their dummy becomes part of their strategy for staying calm and even falling asleep. But dummies don’t come without their controversies. 🎧 In episode 93 of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura deliver the sensible middle ground, discussing the pros and cons of dummy use - so you can make an educated decision about whether to give your baby a dummy. 👉🏽 PLUS learn everything you need to know about weaning the dummy when the time comes. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://sombelle.infantsleep.com.au/ | |||
| Episode 92: What is 'Cry It Out'? | 05 mai 2025 | 00:47:44 | |
We never recommend the 'Cry It Out' (CIO) approach in our sleep clinics - and for good reason. In this episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) unpack what CIO means, and what alternatives align better with responsive, evidence-based care. We also take a look at the damage that can be done when the term 'Cry It Out' is applied incorrectly and explore why we steer families toward more supportive sleep solutions. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee! 🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://sombelle.infantsleep.com.au/ | |||
| Episode 91: Rigid wake windows can worsen sleep | 28 avr. 2025 | 01:07:55 | |
Rigid, age-based wake windows are splashed across the internet, promising the solution to all your baby’s sleep difficulties. But do they actually work? Mostly, no. 🥱 The majority of age-based schedules aim for more sleep than is typical for your baby’s age. 📉 They also assume that all babies of the same age need the exact same thing – which is a bit like assuming that all babies of the same age are the same height and weight! In this episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) unpack why following rigid age-based wake windows can do more harm to sleep than good. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee: https://loom.ly/gKUHe3M ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ❤️ Listen on Spotify https://loom.ly/ZuBk3N0 ❤️ Listen on Amazon Music https://loom.ly/ZsS9sTQ 🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube https://loom.ly/JhNkXPs ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://loom.ly/RZeC0NA Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infant.sleep.australia/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sombelle | |||
| Episode 90: Contact naps to cot naps in 3 easy steps | 17 avr. 2025 | 00:57:19 | |
There is nothing better than those sweet baby cuddles when your little one naps, but at some point, you may find yourself wishing you could have your arms back. You’re not alone! Contact naps can be precious, but they might not feel sustainable, especially if you’ve got other children 👧🏻 your own sensory challenges 🌻 or you simply want to use the bathroom...alone 🚽 In this episode, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) share 3 easy steps to help you nail the switch from contact naps to cot naps, using a low-stress, adaptable, approach. Plus, we answer your burning sleep questions! ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee: https://loom.ly/gKUHe3M ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ❤️ Listen on Spotify https://loom.ly/ZuBk3N0 ❤️ Listen on Amazon Music https://loom.ly/ZsS9sTQ 🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube https://loom.ly/JhNkXPs ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://loom.ly/RZeC0NA | |||
| Episode 89: Low Sleep Needs? It’s going to be OK! | 07 avr. 2025 | 01:01:28 | |
In this episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) unpack what it means to have a low sleep needs baby or toddler, how to know if your little one is getting the amount of sleep they truly need, and how you can manage their lower sleep requirements across the first few years. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee: https://loom.ly/gKUHe3M ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ❤️ Listen on Spotify https://loom.ly/ZuBk3N0 ❤️ Listen on Amazon Music https://loom.ly/ZsS9sTQ 🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube https://loom.ly/JhNkXPs ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://loom.ly/RZeC0NA 📷 Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infant.sleep.australia/ | |||
| Episode 88: Your Guide to the end of Daylight Saving Time | 31 mars 2025 | 01:03:36 | |
If you’ve been trying to get your baby or toddler to go to bed earlier and wake earlier, then the end of Daylight Saving Time (DST) is going to be a huge win for you! But what if you’re happy with your baby or toddlers’ bedtime and wake time and feel mildly petrified that the end of DST is going to mess things up? Never fear, today Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) explain how you can take pre-emptive steps to ensure a smooth transition when clocks change this coming Sunday, in Victoria, NSW, ACT, SA and Tasmania. PLUS hear answers to parent questions about baby and toddler sleep and settling. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee: https://loom.ly/gKUHe3M ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://sombelle.infantsleep.com.au/ ❤️ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infant.sleep.australia/ & https://www.instagram.com/brand.new.little.people/ | |||
| Episode 87: Parental Presence at Bedtime | 24 mars 2025 | 01:06:50 | |
You might have worked really hard to build your child’s confidence falling asleep in their cot or bed at bedtime. But what happens if you still find yourself sitting in their room near their cot or bed, until they fall asleep? Some parents don’t mind this, but others find it difficult, especially if they have other children to get to bed, and for some, their children continue to wake overnight, wondering why their parent isn’t still sitting beside their bed, and insisting that they return. Cue parental exhaustion! If you want to reduce your presence at bedtime, using gentle methods, this episode is for you. Join Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhD’s & Sleep Practitioners) to learn how to gently reduce your presence at bedtime with your child.
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| Episode 86: Self-soothing behaviours | 17 mars 2025 | 01:03:23 | |
The term ‘self-soothing’ gets thrown around a lot on the internet, but what does it actually mean? In its simplest form, self-soothing refers to the behaviours humans use to calm themselves when feeling upset. For an adult this might mean meditation, deep breathing, or debriefing with a friend, and for a baby this could mean sucking their thumb or fingers, stroking their ears or nose, or rocking their head back and forth. There are a huge number of ways humans can self-soothe. You might have heard that it’s impossible for a child under the age of 3 years to self-soothe, but this isn’t quite true – even tiny newborns can show some self-soothing behaviours, like sucking their hands – however, it’s their capacity to self-soothe that is also tiny and takes time to develop – so we can’t expect too much, too soon. In episode 86 of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs) dive deep in to self-soothing, to dispel some myths and help you to recognise your little one’s attempts to self-soothe. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/infant.sleep ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://sombelle.infantsleep.com.au/ ❤️ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/infant.sleep.australia/ & https://www.instagram.com/brand.new.little.people/ | |||
| Episode 85: Strong-willed toddlers | 03 mars 2025 | 01:05:21 | |
Imagine if your toddler’s bedtime often took longer than 3 hours 😥 Imagine they refuse to sleep in their cot, will only fall asleep if breastfed, and every approach you’ve previously tried simply hasn’t ‘stuck.’ Sounds pretty awful doesn’t it? 😔 This week we received an email from Michelle, a parent who is currently battling this exact situation with her toddler. Michelle desperately wants her toddler to sleep in his cot, but is worried about how much he might push back against any changes. In this episode, you'll learn how to effectively manage tricky toddler bedtimes as Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs) explore the factors you need to be across, and the best approaches to get bedtime on track. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/infant.sleep ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://sombelle.infantsleep.com.au/ ❤️ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/infant.sleep.australia/ & https://www.instagram.com/brand.new.little.people/
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| Episode 84: Cot Shenanigans | 24 févr. 2025 | 00:50:54 | |
Has your baby or toddler suddenly started to sit or stand in their cot? Have easy bedtimes evaporated in to thin air as you struggle to get your little one to stay lying down long enough to fall asleep? 😵💫 If this is you, don’t worry. You’re encountering a very common hurdle but it can be overcome. In this episode, you’ll learn what to do when your little one starts to practice their new skills in their cot, and how to get them falling asleep quickly again 🙌🏽 ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/infant.sleep ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://sombelle.infantsleep.com.au/ ❤️ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/infant.sleep.australia/ & https://www.instagram.com/brand.new.little.people/ | |||
| Episode 83: Does darkness help sleep? | 17 févr. 2025 | 00:49:33 | |
You’ve probably heard some advice suggesting that babies and toddlers must sleep in a dark room…. and then moments later heard the exact opposite – that all babies need to learn how to sleep in a brightly lit, noisy room. 😵💫 So who’s right? Our dedicated listeners won’t be surprised to hear that the answer depends a little bit on your individual child. As always, there are shades of grey between the polarising views on this topic 🌚 In this week’s episode you’ll learn how to tell if your child needs darkness for sleep, so you can set up the perfect sleep environment tailored to your little one 💗 ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/infant.sleep ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://sombelle.infantsleep.com.au/ ❤️ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/infant.sleep.australia/ & https://www.instagram.com/brand.new.little.people | |||
| Episode 82: Your Pep Talk | 10 févr. 2025 | 01:06:04 | |
When your baby or toddler isn’t sleeping well and you’re filled with dread at the thought of facing another broken night, it can feel like you are so deep down in the trenches that you might never climb out 😥 When broken sleep stretches across weeks, months, or even years, it’s easy to feel like better nights are just SO far away. But they are not. 😎 Even with the most challenging, ingrained, persistent sleep difficulties, with the right plan in place it's likely you’ll begin to see some progress in the first week and perhaps even an entire resolution by the second or third week. It’s never too late to improve sleep, you just need the right plan to get you there. Whether you’re a Sombelle member or one of our clinic clients, or just a listener, this episode is your pep talk. Because you CAN do this, sleep CAN improve, you just need a dose of confidence and a steely resolve. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/infant.sleep ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://sombelle.infantsleep.com.au/ ❤️ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/infant.sleep.australia/ & https://www.instagram.com/brand.new.little.people/ | |||
| Episode 81: Toddler Sleep During Big Life Changes | 03 févr. 2025 | 01:06:03 | |
In this episode of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) discuss how you can help your toddler adjust to big life changes, with a specific focus on protecting their sleep. Do toddlers who sleep through the night have interrupted sleep after a new baby arrives? What about moving house with a toddler – how do I avoid hiccups with their sleep during such a big change? My toddler has never fallen asleep without me there to settle them and now they’re starting childcare – how can I prepare them for this? These are just some of the topics we’ve been asked to address on the podcast. And they all speak to a common theme – toddlers. We LOVE toddlers – they’re curious little scientists, trying to work out how the world works and when their world suddenly shifts, they can find it really tough. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/infant.sleep ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://sombelle.infantsleep.com.au/ ❤️ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/infant.sleep.australia/ & https://www.instagram.com/brand.new.little.people/
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| Episode 80: The Perfect Nap | 21 janv. 2025 | 01:04:56 | |
In our sleep clinic it’s common to hear parents say they’re worried about their baby or toddler’s naps. And we completely understand why. Everyone has a different opinion on how long naps should be and it gets tangled up in a lot of emotion. The reality is, the perfect nap for your child might be entirely different from the perfect nap for another, and it might even change day to day. The best nap is the one that leaves your baby or toddler refreshed and ready to go – whether it’s a 10 minute powernap or a 3 hour mega nap. In this episode Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) unpick what science says about naps, removing the guilt and empowering you to feel confident in your baby or toddlers daily rhythm. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/infant.sleep ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://sombelle.infantsleep.com.au/ ❤️ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/infant.sleep.australia/ & https://www.instagram.com/brand.new.little.people/ | |||
| Episode 79: Sleep & Attachment | 13 janv. 2025 | 01:10:35 | |
Some parents believe bed sharing and holding their child for their naps, will create more secure attachment than if their child sleeps in a cot or bed. But actually, where your child sleeps has very little bearing on their attachment style. Secure attachment is built through warm and responsive interactions when your child is awake, not during their sleep. Sharing your bed with your child might work well for you, but if you prefer your child sleeps in their cot or bed then you can feel confident that this won’t negatively impact attachment. In this episode Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) unpack the truth about sleep & attachment, so you can ditch the guilt and make decisions that work for you and your family. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/infant.sleep ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://sombelle.infantsleep.com.au/ ❤️ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/infant.sleep.australia/ & https://www.instagram.com/brand.new.little.people/ | |||
| Episode 78: How to stop bed sharing | 06 janv. 2025 | 01:03:23 | |
Parents often tell us that there was one particularly tricky night when their baby or toddler just wouldn’t fall back asleep, and they finally caved, bringing their child in to their bed, in the hopes of getting more sleep. The problem? Their child realised that bed sharing was an option and decided that this would be the only place they would fall asleep from that point onwards 😅 Some parents enjoy bed sharing but for most it makes sleep worse – night feeding can drastically increase, as can parent stress about SIDS, and wriggly children might constantly wake their exhausted parent. In this episode Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) unpack the 2 factors most commonly associated with unwanted bed-sharing. If your little one doesn’t share your bed then this episode will be a good lesson in prevention! And if you have a little one sharing your bed, and you’re keen to move them back in to their own sleep space, then this episode will give you guidance on how to achieve this. ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/infant.sleep ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts https://loom.ly/zui5kX8 ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://sombelle.infantsleep.com.au/ ❤️ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/infant.sleep.australia/ & https://www.instagram.com/brand.new.little.people/ | |||