Allison Egidi, a pediatric sleep and wellness coach and mother of two girls, offers listeners solutions for infant and children’s sleep and connects you with other helpful parenting and motherhood resources. As a full-time working mom who traveled frequently for years and now works from a home office, Allison has learned how to put her evidence-based approaches to work in real life. She brings her straight-forward attitude and a side of humor to every episode.
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196. Daycare Naps vs. Bedtime Battles: What Parents Need to Know
Season 4 · Episode 196
Monday, July 14, 2025 • Duration 12:05
Struggling with bedtime battles that seem worse after daycare days? You’re not alone—and today’s episode of How Long ‘Til Bedtime? is here to help you understand what’s really going on.
In this episode, pediatric sleep specialist Allison Egidi breaks down the connection between daytime naps in daycare or preschool and the bedtime resistance you may be facing at home. If your 2.5 to 5-year-old naps at school and bedtime has become your least favorite time of day, this episode is for you.
You’ll learn:
Why most kids under 3.5 still need a daily nap or structured rest time
How naps improve emotional regulation, impulse control, and memory
What signs to look for to know if your child still needs a nap
Why capping naps—not cutting them—might be your secret weapon
How to set up a weekend reset plan to reclaim peaceful bedtimes
What to do when your child’s daycare “won’t wake a sleeping child”
When to consider a full bedtime reset (and how Allison can help)
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After 3.5 years and nearly 200 episodes, Allison is asking for a small but meaningful favor: would you take a few minutes to fill out a short listener survey? It’ll help us shape future episodes to better meet your needs, and as a thank-you, you’ll get a free 15-minute sleep coaching call with Allison—no strings attached.
Plus, complete the survey by July 31st and you’ll be entered to win a WHOOP 4.0 strap with two months of service.
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Want to hear more from Allison? Provide your email address here to receive Allison’s weekly email about the podcast and other fun topics.
Enjoying How Long ‘Til Bedtime? Please consider rating and reviewing the show. This helps Allison support more parents. Click here, scroll to the bottom, rate the podcast, and select “Write a Review.” And if you’re a Spotify listener, you can now leave reviews on Spotify by clicking here. Also, if you subscribe to the show, you won’t miss any episodes!
Longer days and spontaneous summer fun often lead to later bedtimes, skipped naps, and disrupted routines. For some toddlers and babies, this isn’t a big deal. But for others—especially children with more sensitive sleep needs—even a few “off” days can trigger a summer sleep regression.
In this episode, pediatric sleep specialist Allison Egidi explains how summer sleep schedules can either support your child’s rest or lead to overtired toddlers, bedtime battles, night wakings, and early morning wakeups.
You’ll learn how to spot the signs of a sleep regression caused by summer schedule changes, how sleep debt builds over time, and what to do when your toddler or baby’s sleep gets off track. Allison also shares personal stories from her own family—highlighting just how different two children can be when it comes to summer sleep flexibility.
🎧 Tune in to discover:
Why it’s normal to want more flexibility in the summer
Which babies and toddlers thrive with a relaxed sleep schedule—and which don’t
How “sleep debt” builds and triggers toddler and baby sleep regressions
Signs your summer schedule may be causing sleep struggles
Real-life examples of two kids with totally different sleep needs
How to reset your child’s sleep routine—without giving up summer fun
Whether you're managing nap schedule chaos, late-night pool parties, or early-morning wakeups, this episode will help you find your child’s tipping point and create a summer rhythm that works for your whole family.
🎁 Bonus: Fill out the quick listener survey before July 31st for a free 15-minute coaching call and a chance to win a Whoop Strap 4.0! 👉 sleepandwellnesscoach.com/survey
194. Fireworks & Bedtime: Helping Kids Sleep Through July 4th with Ellen Hayden
Season 4 · Episode 194
Monday, June 30, 2025 • Duration 27:53
Fireworks are fun—until they wake your toddler at 10 PM. In this episode, Allison Egidi is joined by fellow pediatric sleep coach and returning guest Ellen Hayden to talk all things July 4th, bedtime anxiety, and how to prep kids for loud nighttime celebrations. They cover real-life examples from Ellen’s son, who’s three and full of questions, and offer evidence-based tips for parents trying to keep bedtime intact during a noisy holiday weekend.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
How to frame fireworks in a positive light (without planting fear)
Factors to consider when deciding whether to keep your child up for fireworks
Why white noise can be your secret weapon
How to prep for sleep disruptions without feeding anxiety
What to do if your child wakes up during fireworks
Allison’s go-to solution to recover from a night of firework-disrupted sleep
🎁 Bonus: Fill out the quick listener survey before July 31st for a free 15-minute coaching call and a chance to win a Whoop Strap 4.0! 👉 sleepandwellnesscoach.com/survey
193. Men’s Mental Health & Fatherhood with Dr. Dan Singley
Season 4 · Episode 193
Monday, June 23, 2025 • Duration 53:36
This week on How Long ’Til Bedtime?, we’re continuing our recognition of Men’s Mental Health Month with an important and timely conversation about paternal postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety in fathers, and the overall mental health challenges new dads face.
Sleep and wellness coach Allison Egidi is joined by Dr. Daniel Singley, a San Diego-based clinical psychologist, board-certified in cognitive behavioral therapy, and the founder of the Center for Men’s Excellence. With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Singley specializes in reproductive psychology and supporting men through the transition to fatherhood.
Following last week’s personal story with Christopher Rose, this episode offers a broader, expert-led perspective on why mental health for new fathers needs more attention—and what we can do about it.
In this episode, Dr. Singley shares:
Why men’s mental health during the postpartum period is often overlooked
The most common symptoms of paternal postpartum depression and anxiety (and how they differ from maternal symptoms)
How invisibility during pregnancy and postpartum affects dads’ emotional well-being
Risk factors that make some fathers more vulnerable to postnatal mental health struggles
Practical ways partners, friends, and professionals can support struggling dads
How workplace policies, paternity leave, and cultural shifts can better support mental health in fathers
Accessible resources for dads who may be hesitant to seek therapy
Key Takeaways:
Around 1 in 10 fathers experience postpartum depression, and even more experience postpartum anxiety—yet many remain undiagnosed and unsupported.
Symptoms of male postpartum depression may include anger, irritability, withdrawal, substance use, or even physical symptoms like headaches and chest pain.
When one parent is struggling, there's a 50% chance the other is too—proving the need for a whole-family approach to perinatal mental health care.
192. Men Get Postpartum Depression Too: Christopher Rose’s Story
Season 4 · Episode 192
Monday, June 16, 2025 • Duration 34:09
Postpartum depression doesn't just affect mothers. In this powerful episode honoring Men’s Mental Health Month, Allison Egidi talks with first-time father Christopher Rose about his struggle with paternal postpartum depression, anxiety, rage, and OCD after the birth of his daughter during the pandemic.
If you're a new dad, partner, or anyone supporting a family with a newborn, this candid conversation offers insight, support, and hope for healing.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
What postpartum depression in dads can actually look like
Early signs and symptoms of postpartum depression in dads
The impact of breastfeeding challenges and lack of support
Why many fathers feel isolated and overlooked
How societal pressure affects men’s mental health
Christopher’s turning point and how he got help through Postpartum Support International (PSI)
Advice for new dads who feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally unwell
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191. Your Top 3 International Travel Sleep Challenges — Solved!
Season 4 · Episode 191
Monday, June 9, 2025 • Duration 15:35
Planning a trip abroad with your little one? Wondering how to navigate time changes, late dinners, and sleep on long flights? You’re not alone—and this episode is here to help.
After taking her own daughters to Europe three times (and guiding dozens of families through international sleep transitions), Allison is sharing real-life strategies for helping your child sleep well during international travel — so your trip is filled with memories, not meltdowns.
In this episode, she covers the three biggest international travel sleep challenges she hears from families — and how to handle each with confidence.
✨ You’ll learn:
The best time of day to book your flight (and how to handle sleep on board ✈️)
How to help your child adjust quickly to a new time zone — even if that first night is rough
What to do when dinner is at 7pm but bedtime used to be at 7pm 😬
Whether you're heading across the pond or just dreaming of it, this episode is packed with practical tips that will help your whole family sleep better — and travel happier.
190. Your Top 3 Summer Travel Sleep Problems — Solved!
Season 4 · Episode 190
Monday, June 2, 2025 • Duration 13:18
If you’re planning a summer getaway with your little one, this episode is your go-to guide for handling sleep challenges while traveling. From shifting nap schedules to hotel room sharing to resetting after vacation — we’re covering it all with simple, realistic strategies that will help keep sleep on track without sacrificing the fun.
✈️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
How to balance naps and bedtimes while still enjoying your vacation
Tips for managing sleep in shared spaces (like hotels or relatives’ homes)
What to do if your child’s sleep falls apart — and how to quickly reset once you’re home
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189. [ENCORE] Where Did I Go with Ellen Jones and Holly Kennedy
Season 4 · Episode 189
Monday, May 26, 2025 • Duration 01:04:09
In honor of Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes exploring the emotional and mental shifts that come with new motherhood.
In this encore conversation, Allison Egidi is joined by Ellen Jones and Holly Kennedy, maternal wellness coaches and co-founders of Mother Tree Wellness, to talk candidly about their own experiences with postpartum depression and anxiety—and how they turned those struggles into a mission to support other moms.
Inside this episode, you’ll learn:
How postpartum anxiety and depression can show up—even when you're “doing all the right things”
The personality traits that may increase vulnerability to postpartum mental health challenges
The real meaning of “losing yourself” in motherhood—and how to start finding your way back
How partners can be better prepared to offer support
The difference between therapy and maternal wellness coaching
What to say (and not say) to new moms who might be struggling
✨ Whether you’re a new mom, an expecting parent, or someone supporting a loved one through this transition, this episode is packed with validation, wisdom, and hope.
More help is available from Postpartum Support International: postpartum.net
May is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month. Each of the ten episodes we have dedicated to this important subject offers a slightly different perspective. Listen in and help spread the word by forwarding an episode or two to a new mom in your life.
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188. Day/Night Confusion in Newborns: How to Help Your Baby Sleep Better
Season 4 · Episode 188
Monday, May 19, 2025 • Duration 11:10
Is your newborn wide awake at night, but sleeps peacefully all afternoon? You're likely dealing with day/night confusion, a completely normal—but totally exhausting—part of early parenthood.
In this episode, pediatric sleep and wellness coach Allison Egidi breaks down:
What day/night confusion really is and why it happens
The simple environmental changes that help your baby reset their internal clock
How to use light and dark to gently guide your newborn’s circadian rhythm
How long it can take to "fix" day/night confusion
When and how to start capping naps
What “progress” actually looks like during this phase (hint: small wins matter!)
You’ll also learn why this is a temporary developmental phase, and how consistent day/night signaling can help it resolve sooner—often by 6 weeks of age.
If you're in the thick of it, Allison's guidance will help you feel reassured and empowered as you support your baby's sleep development from the start.
✨ If you found this episode helpful, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review. It helps other tired parents find the show!
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Need more support with newborn sleep? Join Allison’s Have Baby, Need Sleep program for step-by-step guidance, expert modules, and live weekly Q&As. Learn more here!
May is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month. Each of the ten episodes we have dedicated to this important subject offers a slightly different perspective. Listen in and help spread the word by forwarding an episode or two to a new mom in your life.
Want to hear more from Allison? Provide your email address here to receive Allison’s weekly email about the podcast and other fun topics.
Enjoying How Long ‘Til Bedtime? Please consider rating and reviewing the show. This helps Allison support more parents. Click here, scroll to the bottom, rate the podcast, and select “Write a Review.” And if you’re a Spotify listener, you can now leave reviews on Spotify by clicking here. Also, if you subscribe to the show, you won’t miss any episodes!
Want to hear more from Allison? Provide your email address here to receive Allison’s weekly email about the podcast and other fun topics.
Enjoying How Long ‘Til Bedtime? Please consider rating and reviewing the show. This helps Allison support more parents. Click here, scroll to the bottom, rate the podcast, and select “Write a Review.” And if you’re a Spotify listener, you can now leave reviews on Spotify by clicking here. Also, if you subscribe to the show, you won’t miss any episodes!
Want to hear more from Allison? Provide your email address here to receive Allison’s weekly email about the podcast and other fun topics.
Enjoying How Long ‘Til Bedtime? Please consider rating and reviewing the show. This helps Allison support more parents. Click here, scroll to the bottom, rate the podcast, and select “Write a Review.” And if you’re a Spotify listener, you can now leave reviews on Spotify by clicking here. Also, if you subscribe to the show, you won’t miss any episodes!
Enjoying How Long ‘Til Bedtime? Please consider rating and reviewing the show. This helps Allison support more parents. Click here, scroll to the bottom, rate the podcast, and select “Write a Review.” And if you’re a Spotify listener, you can now leave reviews on Spotify by clicking here. Also, if you subscribe to the show, you won’t miss any episodes!
Want to hear more from Allison? Provide your email address here to receive Allison’s weekly email about the podcast and other fun topics.
Enjoying How Long ‘Til Bedtime? Please consider rating and reviewing the show. This helps Allison support more parents. Click here, scroll to the bottom, rate the podcast, and select “Write a Review.” And if you’re a Spotify listener, you can now leave reviews on Spotify by clicking here. Also, if you subscribe to the show, you won’t miss any episodes!
Want to hear more from Allison? Provide your email address here to receive Allison’s weekly email about the podcast and other fun topics.
Enjoying How Long ‘Til Bedtime? Please consider rating and reviewing the show. This helps Allison support more parents. Click here, scroll to the bottom, rate the podcast, and select “Write a Review.” And if you’re a Spotify listener, you can now leave reviews on Spotify by clicking here. Also, if you subscribe to the show, you won’t miss any episodes!
Want to hear more from Allison? Provide your email address here to receive Allison’s weekly email about the podcast and other fun topics.
Enjoying How Long ‘Til Bedtime? Please consider rating and reviewing the show. This helps Allison support more parents. Click here, scroll to the bottom, rate the podcast, and select “Write a Review.” And if you’re a Spotify listener, you can now leave reviews on Spotify by clicking here. Also, if you subscribe to the show, you won’t miss any episodes!
Want to hear more from Allison? Provide your email address here to receive Allison’s weekly email about the podcast and other fun topics.
Enjoying How Long ‘Til Bedtime? Please consider rating and reviewing the show. This helps Allison support more parents. Click here, scroll to the bottom, rate the podcast, and select “Write a Review.” And if you’re a Spotify listener, you can now leave reviews on Spotify by clicking here. Also, if you subscribe to the show, you won’t miss any episodes!
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