S1E13 AVOID DROPPING A NAP TOO EARLY BY FIRST EVALUATING THESE 8 AREAS
This episode covers a topic that is so valuable but often overlooked. And that is what to consider in order to avoid dropping a nap too early! In this episode you will learn why dropping a nap too early can be an issue, the very first thing to do if sleep is off, and eight areas to consider evaluating before assuming your child is ready to drop a nap. Click here to view the show notes and access any links or documents mentioned in this episode at www.afterthestorksleep.com/post/episode13.
20 Touko 202117min
S1E12 NAPTIME SHOT BECAUSE YOUR CHILD FELL ASLEEP IN THE CAR?
You are heading home with your infant, toddler, or preschooler from an outing. You are doing your best to be back for your child's next nap. However, your child falls asleep for even just five minutes! You get all anxious because you know that the chance of them taking a good nap is now shot and your sacred hour or two to get things done and have alone time will possibly be nonexistent. I would bet money that you are shaking your head up and down, snapping your fingers going, "Mmmmmmhmmm!" If this is you, this episode is for you. Hit play to learn why those dreaded car naps throw off sleep, how to avoid them if possible, and what to do when ya just have to embrace them. Click here to view the show notes and access any links or documents mentioned in this episode at www.afterthestorksleep.com/post/episode12.
6 Touko 202117min
STORK STORY SERIES x RACHEL RADSPINNER
Stork Story Series are episodes consisting of chats with past clients to provide you with the perspective of parents prior, during, and after working with me, an Infant & Toddler Sleep Consultant. This episode is Rachel Radspinner's story of her experience with the sleep of her son Remy. She speaks to how sleep deprivation effected her as an individual and her relationship with her partner, their experience of sleep training for Remy, what shocked her about Remy during the process, and more! Click here to view the show notes and access any links or documents mentioned in this episode at www.afterthestorksleep.com/post/rachel.
22 Huhti 202131min
S1E11 MYTH Your Child Will Start Sleeping Through the Night When They are Ready
In this episode of the After the Stork Podcast, you will learn about the common misconception that a child will just start sleeping through the night whenever they are ready. While yes, some children do this. Many do not. Many need you, the parent, to take responsibility in creating the components necessary for them to sleep well. Your child cannot control their sleep environment or when you place them into their crib for sleep. Your child does not know the importance of sleep for their little bodies and how to improve it. Just like it is up to us to provide our children with nutritious food and vaccinations. And like it is up to us to provide our children the space and opportunity to fall down and get back up when learning to walk because it is necessary in their learning of the skill. The same is necessary for sleep! Click here to view the show notes and access any links or documents mentioned in this episode at www.afterthestorksleep.com/post/episode11.
15 Huhti 202110min
S1E10 Should My Child be Sleeping Through the Night?
In this episode, we are going to explore what to realistically expect throughout the night for your child's sleep due to the nature of sleep, how we define sleeping through the night (STTN) here in the Stork Community, and five different areas that can have an affect on whether or not your child could be sleeping through the night. Click here to view the show notes and access any links or documents mentioned in this episode at www.afterthestorksleep.com/post/episode10.
8 Huhti 202115min
S1E9 Sleep Deprivation Doesn't Have to Last as Long as the Diapers
Busting myths and misconceptions left and right. And this one is to let you know that you do not have to accept the false narrative that exhaustion is just part of the whole parenting gig until your child is older. Sure, you might have days. But if you are sleep deprived directly in relation to your child's sleep struggles and want to change that? You don't have to wait until they are out of diapers. Click here for the show notes and to get your copy of The Five Key Components to Consider in Every Infant & Toddler Sleep Plan at www.afterthestorksleep.com/post/episode9!
25 Maalis 20217min
S1E8 How to Drop Night Feedings with Intention
In this episode you will learn about three options for dropping night feedings if you decide this is right for your child and family and the steps to take for each one. To provide guidance while implementing either option, get your free copy of Sleep Training with Night Feedings in the show link. Click here for the show notes at www.afterthestorksleep.com/post/episode8.
18 Maalis 202116min
S1E7 MYTH Sleep Training Means Getting Rid of Night Feedings, Potentially Depriving Your Child of Food
In this episode you will learn about the common misconception that sleep training means getting rid of all night feedings, potentially depriving a child of food. You will learn about the realistic expectations to set for night feedings and sleep, what to consider when deciding whether or not to keep night feedings, and the steps for how to go about sleep training if keeping night feedings. If your child has night feedings and you are considering sleep training, this episode is for you! If you are a professional who works with parents who have younger children who have night feedings, this episode is also for you! Unfortunately, the idea of sleep training is not fully understood by a lot of people outside of the sleep realm and, thus, there is negative energy around it that passes onto parents. And that negative energy often stems from misconceptions like the one mentioned here. Join me to learn about the reality of night feedings when working to improve sleep and, together, let's change the narrative so that parents know they have options. Click here for the show notes at www.afterthestorksleep.com/post/episode7.
11 Maalis 202123min
