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How long should it take your baby to drift off? 5 minutes? 15? More? Sally and Bec break down what’s normal when it comes to settling times, why a quick bedtime isn’t always a good sign, and what to do if your baby or toddler suddenly takes longer to fall asleep.
Expect practical examples, stories from real families (and our own kids!), plus tips for making sure your schedule and wake windows actually match your baby’s sleep needs.
What You’ll Learn
• What “sleep onset latency” really means
• Why quick bedtimes can signal overtiredness
• Why some babies cry for 1–2 minutes every night — and it’s normal
• When longer settling means you should adjust your wake windows
• Why it’s okay to let them process and take their time
🎙️ ABOUT NAP TRAPPED
Nap Trapped brings together sleep consultants Sally Woods (The Sleep Concierge) and Bec Maher (The Sleep Centre) to transform baby sleep challenges into practical solutions. Whether you’re currently trapped under a napping baby or seeking better sleep, each episode combines evidence-based advice with real parenting experience. No judgement, just expert insights with a side of solidarity.
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Chapters
00:00 Welcome & intro00:10 Why we get this question all the time01:00 What’s normal sleep onset latency?03:00 Why some babies cry before sleep (and it’s okay)05:30 How sleep onset changes as sleep improves07:30 Wake windows & “are they tired enough?”10:30 When to tweak your schedule (or not)13:00 Naps: into cot vs asleep time16:00 Real family stories + examples19:00 Final thoughts: trust your schedule & let them settle
