Are you considering moving your child from the crib to a bed? Is someone in your life pressuring you to ditch the crib? Trying to prepare for where your child will sleep when you bring a new baby home? Today’s episode is for you. Allison often tells people that one of the most valuable pieces of advice she can give them is to keep their child in the crib longer than they think they need to. In today’s episode, she’s going to explain why she gives that advice and break down 5 myths about the crib to bed transition.
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From baby sleep to toddler sleep, daycare naps to sleep training—How Long ’Til Bedtime? is the podcast for parents who want practical, guilt-free sleep tips they can actually use.
Hosted by pediatric sleep coach Allison Egidi, each episode delivers real solutions for every stage—from navigating newborn sleep struggles and weaning night feedings to helping your 3-year-old fall asleep independently (and stay asleep!). Whether you’re trying to make sense of daycare sleep patterns, craving your evenings back, or simply need a working mom podcast to keep you grounded, you’re in the right place.
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