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Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 106: The Answer is Sleep PressureIf 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.
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2025-10-271h 02
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 105: Night WeaningIs 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.
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2025-10-1457 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 103: Night waking is normal…right?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, Slee...
2025-09-021h 09
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 101: How to drop a nap😴 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 💅🏼
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2025-08-0454 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 100 🎉 Behind the scenes with Dr Fallon & Dr LauraWelcome 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 ar...
2025-07-301h 05
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 99: Sleep Questions AnsweredIn 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.
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2025-07-2154 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 98: 3 Factors to Reduce Night WakingIn 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.
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2025-07-021h 08
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 97: ParasomniasNight 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.
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2025-06-2456 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 96: Sleep during illnessYou’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.
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2025-06-1658 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 95: The 4-Month Sleep ‘Regression’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.
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2025-06-021h 03
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 94: Moving your toddler from cot to bedWe 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 y...
2025-05-2656 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 93: Dummies & sleep👶🏽 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.
2025-05-2055 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 92: What is 'Cry It Out'?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.
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2025-05-0547 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 91: Rigid wake windows can worsen sleepRigid, 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...
2025-04-281h 07
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 90: Contact naps to cot naps in 3 easy stepsThere 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 yo...
2025-04-1757 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 89: Low Sleep Needs? It’s going to be OK!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.
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2025-04-071h 01
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 88: Your Guide to the end of Daylight Saving TimeIf 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...
2025-04-011h 03
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 87: Parental Presence at BedtimeYou 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 bedtim...
2025-03-241h 06
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 86: Self-soothing behavioursThe 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...
2025-03-171h 03
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 85: Strong-willed toddlersImagine 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 man...
2025-03-031h 05
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 81: Toddler Sleep During Big Life ChangesIn 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 a...
2025-02-031h 06
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 80: The Perfect NapIn 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...
2025-01-211h 04
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 79: Sleep & AttachmentSome 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...
2025-01-131h 10
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 78: How to stop bed sharingParents 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 e...
2025-01-061h 03
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 77: From 8-10 night wakes to ZERO!Cassie had an 8 month old who was waking multiple times each night. When she sought help from a friend she was told that bed sharing would be the best way to maximise her sleep and her baby’s sleep too. But instead of helping, bed sharing caused a drastic increase in night waking. Her son was now waking 8-10 times per night and Cassie was more exhausted than ever. But all of this turned around in under a week.
In this week’s new episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) talk about what Cassie did to g...
2024-12-161h 00
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 76: Baby & Toddler Sleep During the Festive SeasonWhether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or if you just enjoy a nice break from paid work over the New Year period, you might have questions about how to manage your baby or toddler’s sleep. With family gatherings, changing routines, excitement and fun, it can feel a little scary to suddenly have your little one out of routine.
In today’s episode Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) discuss how you can keep sleep on track during the festive season, so everyone is well-rested.
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2024-12-091h 07
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 75: Your Guide to Tired SignsYour baby is happily playing but then lets out a yawn. What do you do? Do you drop everything and sprint for the nursery, keen to settle them for sleep before they become overtired? Or do you wait longer to see if a collection of tired signs show up? It might surprise you to learn that yawning isn’t a reliable tired sign in little babies. It might also surprise you to learn that the haste with which you settle your baby after spotting a tired sign, very much depends on their age. If you’re confused, you’re not al...
2024-12-021h 01
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 73: Parent sleepYour baby or toddler wakes in the night and you drag yourself out of bed, exhausted, but by the time you’ve got them back to sleep and you finally climb back in to your bed…you’re wide awake. In the middle of the night, it’s easy to begin worrying about anything and everything. Before you know it, your heart rate is up, you’re replaying every embarrassing thing you ever did, or doubting your life choices, and you might lie there for ages trying to fall back asleep.
In this week’s episode of Brand New Li...
2024-11-111h 00
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 72: Sleep & settling can be hard to changeNew parents are told to expect their sleep to change forever—but nothing truly prepares you for the reality of caring for a precious new life on such fragmented sleep. After the blur of the early weeks and months, many parents find themselves ready to make adjustments to where, when, and how their baby sleeps. For some, this shift happens within the first six months; for others, closer to a year; and for some parents, they simply aren’t ready to make changes to their child’s sleep until their little one is a toddler or preschooler. But one thing...
2024-10-281h 05
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 71: What’s your ‘17 diapers’ story?Let’s talk about the ‘17 diapers’ trend happening on TikTok. Hannah is a mum who posted a video counting the number of dirty diapers she could find lying around her house. She found 17. She has a newborn and a toddler, so that’s probably 1 days’ worth of dirty nappies. Most would find this normal and unsurprising, but over 10,000 people jumped on her post to leave nasty comments criticising her parenting.
Thankfully, that wasn’t the end of it. An army of mums came to Hannah’s rescue, creating their own videos describing what their own version of ‘17 diapers’ looked...
2024-10-2254 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 70: Trauma & ParentingWelcoming your own little baby to the fold is usually a pretty exciting and thrilling moment. Whilst the majority of new parents experience a lot of joy during this time, for some, the transition to parenthood is lined with trepidation. This is because we don’t begin parenting from a clean slate. We all arrive in parenting with our baggage – from our own experiences being parented as children, from the experiences we have birthing our children, and from the expectations set upon us by the societies and cultures we live within. In this week’s episode we’re going to explo...
2024-10-141h 03
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 69: Extreme parent fatigueIf you’re the parent of a toddler who’s had ongoing sleep difficulties since birth, chances are you’re battling extreme, unrelenting fatigue. How can parents possibly begin to make changes to their little one’s sleep, on the back of months of their own sleep deprivation? Especially when the sleep deprivation has contributed to increased depression and anxiety symptoms. This week we discuss strategies parents can use to manage their own fatigue when working towards improving their little one’s sleep.
Tune in to episode 69 of Brand New Little People, to hear Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhD...
2024-10-071h 01
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 68: Sleep Associations & DSTAre sleep associations real? Data from thousands of babies, children, and adults concludes that they absolutely are. So why has there been a recent increase in anti- sleep association sentiment on social media? Sleep associations are the things we need present in order to fall asleep and these tend to gradually shift across the lifespan.
Tune in to hear Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs) unpack the science behind sleep associations, and the impact sleep associations might have on your baby or toddlers sleep. You’ll also learn how to help your little one adjust to the start of...
2024-09-301h 07
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 67: Setting boundaries with familyMany new parents have to navigate the influx of unwanted advice offered by extended family members. This can be amplified when extended family lives with you or comes to stay for an extended period.
Like our anonymous listener, whose mother and sister in law constantly entered the bedroom when she was settling the baby, to tell her how she could be doing things differently. Setting clear boundaries with extended family, early on, can help set expectations and minimise hurt feelings. You are the parent and you set the rules.
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2024-09-231h 04
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 66: There’s no shame in cot settlingThere are plenty of people who will try to convince you that the only right way to settle your baby for sleep, is their way. They often describe cot settling as being harmful for babies, and when they try to use research papers to back up their opinions, they cite papers that don’t even examine sleep (or infants!) or papers that are purely theoretical and which don’t report on data from families. It creates an unnecessary minefield for parents and leads to feelings of shame and exhaustion.
Tune in to hear why Dr Fallon & Dr Laura...
2024-09-091h 04
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 65: Persist or pull the plug?When you try a new approach for settling your baby, it’s important to persist for a while so you can see if it works for them, and for you! Knowing when to ‘pull the plug’ and try something different, will depend on several factors, including how your baby is responding, and how you feel about continuing. There is usually some trial and error when it comes to settling a baby, and that’s ok. You and your baby are learning.
Tune in to episode 65 to hear Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs) describe the factors parents should consider...
2024-09-0257 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 64: Sleep at ChildcareWhat should you do if your childcare centre refuses to support your baby or toddler's typical sleep patterns or settling preferences? And what is the best way to approach these tricky conversations? Babies and toddlers often surprise their parents by settling with minimal fuss at childcare, and often sleeping great long stretches with ease. But for some babies and toddlers, this makes their nights very challenging.
Tune in to hear Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) discuss how to manage sleep and childcare.
Parent questions are also answered including:
Why does my baby wa...
2024-08-261h 00
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 63: Unpaid work is workThere is no job more demanding or exhausting, than raising a child. Yet sometimes parents focus more on protecting the sleep of the parent who is in paid work, than the sleep of the parent in charge of keeping the little ones alive and thriving. It’s not always possible to perfectly split the labour of child rearing, but it’s important that whatever the division of labour, both parents’ health and wellbeing is protected. After all, that’s what genuine partnership is all about!
Join Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) as they explain what you can...
2024-08-1953 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 62: Poor Sleep? Start Here.In this episode Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs) unpack five key factors to consider when addressing your baby or toddler's sleep difficulties. With each of these factors accounted for, you’ll be on the path to more restful nights!
Tune in to the full discussion in episode 62 of Brand New Little People, as Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs) answer questions from parents including:
Should I persist with my current settling approach or is it time to try something new?
How can I help my toddler, who has separation anxiety, settle to sleep confidently and independently?
Should we take...
2024-08-1259 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 61: Fearless cot-settlingThis week, Dr Laura (PhD) tells us about a family who were carrying a lot fear and guilt surrounding their baby’s sleep, and how they overcame these fears and improved sleep for the entire family.
Many parents report feeling upset and conflicted about their child’s sleep because they’ve been told that their child’s extreme sleep difficulties are normal, that any number of night wakes or tricky settles is acceptable, and that their job as parent, is simply to endure. These parents are often burdened with guilt for seeking support for their child’s sleep diff...
2024-08-051h 00
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 60: Are Contact Naps OK?Most little babies love to take some day naps in the arms of a parent, because it feels snug and warm. Contact naps can be blissful in the early days, but often become challenging as babies become heavier and parents need more hands-free time to get things done.
In this episode Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs) talk about factors parents should consider when deciding if contact naps will stay or go. As with most parenting decisions, there is no clear right or wrong approach, but having all the facts will empower you to make the best decision...
2024-07-3051 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 59: Dropping Toddler Night FeedsSome toddlers are VERY reluctant to stop having milk feeds overnight, even when they no longer need to feed due to hunger or to meet their nutritional requirements.
In this episode Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs) discuss what you can do to ease this transition for your toddler, including signs they might not be ready, and tips on how you can support your child to cope with their big emotions during this change.
Parent questions are also answered, including:
Do I need to stop offering my toddler milk overnight?
Is it normal for my...
2024-07-2244 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 58: ‘Leaps’ don’t cause disrupted sleepDevelopmental ‘leaps’ have been blamed for unsettled infant behaviour and sleepless nights for over 30 years, all because of one small, flawed study conducted in the early 90’s. But what does the research evidence really tell us about leaps? And why is the idea of leaps so pervasively trusted by today’s parents?
Tune in to hear Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs) dissect the science behind leaps and learn why parents shouldn’t dismiss all unsettled behaviour or persistent sleep difficulties as being due to leaps.
Parent questions are also answered, including:
Should I stop contact na...
2024-07-1557 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 57: Ideal Wake Windows Don’t ExistIf you could only nail those wake windows sleep would be perfect…right? Wrong! Following set wake windows might work for some families but for many they don’t work, and may even worsen sleep. Every baby has their own unique sleep requirements and the amount of sleep a baby or toddler might need at any age could vary as much as 5 hours from child to child! This means babies and toddlers can have vastly different amounts of time awake yet can still have good sleep health.
Tune in to hear Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs) disc...
2024-07-0850 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 56: Night waking: Normal or not?All humans wake multiple times overnight, and we usually don’t remember – we do a quick ‘systems check’ and then return to sleep in just a few seconds. Some babies & toddlers feel very confident and secure in their cots and upon waking at night will happily fall straight back to sleep – but others wake up very upset or startled, and can’t resettle themselves without parent support. Night waking in older babies and toddlers, tends to become problematic when night wakes are prolonged, require intense support, and parents are becoming increasingly exhausted.
Tune in to hear Dr Fallon and Dr...
2024-07-0146 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 55: Baby Sleep ControversiesSocial media is full of baby sleep advice and amongst the good advice is some truly alarming and potentially harmful misinformation. Tune in to hear Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs) debunk misleading advice around baby sleep and answer parent questions including:
How can I help my baby overcome jet lag?
What can I do if my baby won’t sleep in anyone’s arms but mine?
How does day sleep impact night sleep?
How to avoid sneaky pram naps that impact my toddler’s night sleep?
Should I stop feeding my baby to sleep?
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2024-06-2458 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 54: When to drop a napKnowing when and how to drop a nap can feel like a minefield. Learn our tips for identifying when to drop a nap and what you can expect while your baby or toddler adjusts to a new daily rhythm.
Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs) also answer parent’s questions including:
Is it ok to bring bedtime slightly earlier when trying to drop a day nap?
Should I expect my toddler to add extra sleep to their nights when I drop a day nap?
Which should I work on first - dropping a day nap or stopping cosle...
2024-06-1751 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 53: Balancing paid work with raising childrenDr Fallon took drastic action when she realised the juggle of paid work plus raising children had become too much to manage. Tune in to hear what prompted a house sale 🏠, a big move 🚚, and a total rethink of family life 😌
Dr Fallon & Dr Laura also answer questions from parents including:
How can I add more sleep to my child’s daily rhythm?
Is it too early for my FOMO baby to drop to 1 day nap?
How long are sleep cycles?
Why is my baby suddenly waking up so much?
🎁 To celebrate the 1st birthday of the Sombell...
2024-06-0355 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 52: Help your child love their cotHere are Dr Fallon & Dr Laura’s top 5 tips for helping your baby or toddler happily fall asleep in their cot or bed. These are the tips they discuss with families every day in their paediatric sleep clinics. This episode will empower you with the skills to work on settling your baby or toddler in their cot or bed, when you feel ready to do so.
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2024-05-2749 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 51: A little bit of everything!This week’s episode is entirely dedicated to you, the parents! Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhD’s) answer questions about sleep and settling submitted by Sombelle parents. Ranging from tiny newborns to pre-schoolers, this episode covers the most common sleep & settling difficulties you’re likely to face with your little one during the first few years.
Questions answered include:
After a stretch of great sleep, why is my baby’s crying suddenly increasing at bedtime?
Why does sleep sometimes randomly worsen?
When should the longest day nap happen?
Which parent should take the lead on settling?
How can I...
2024-05-201h 05
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 50: Lucy’s storyTo celebrate our 50th episode, we are sharing the story of 6.5 month old baby *Lucy. Dr Laura explains the struggles Lucy’s parents were facing with her sleep and settling, including difficult settling and up to 8 overnight wakes. Lucy’s parents felt exhausted and nervous about making changes after reading conflicting advice online. Hear how Laura carefully crafted an approach to suit Lucy’s temperament and unique sleep needs, whilst also ensuring the approach felt comfortable for Lucy’s parents. Lucy’s sleep quickly improved and she’s still sleeping well several months on.
Tune in to learn about...
2024-05-1356 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 49: Reducing Overnight WakesIf you’re struggling with overnight wake ups in your baby or toddler, tune in to hear Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs) discuss the 5 key factors that hold the key to more restful nights for you and your little one. This episode is your ultimate guide to reducing night waking!
Parents questions are also answered, including:
My baby wakes for 3 hours in the middle of the night and refuses to fall back asleep in their cot. How do we stop these extended night wakes?
My toddler used to wake 15 times per night and now only wakes on...
2024-05-0657 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 48: Managing a new baby with older childrenEveryone struggles to find a daily rhythm when managing a newborn baby plus older children. Keeping older children entertained, fed and safe, whilst also cycling through endless feeds and newborn cuddles, does get easier and you will find your feet.
In this episode of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs & Sleep Practitioners), share their best tips on how to manage a new baby whilst also caring for their older sibling/s.
Parent questions are answered, including:
How do I move my toddler from their cot to a floor bed?
When s...
2024-04-2936 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 47: Generic sleep schedules, yay or nay?Age-based sleep schedules are all over the internet, but are they any good? Most overestimate how much sleep babies actually need and this can lead to settling difficulties, excessive night waking, and exhausted parents.
In this episode of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs & Sleep Practitioners), explain how to find your baby or toddler’s perfect daily rhythm that caters to the amount of sleep they actually need.
Parent questions are answered, including:
My toddler becomes hysterical if I don’t feed him to sleep, what can I do?
Why does...
2024-04-2247 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 46: Calming your unsettled baby/toddlerHave you ever struggled with a baby who won’t stop crying, or a toddler who is so wound up they just cannot settle down for sleep? All babies and toddlers have moments when they’re highly dysregulated. Knowing how to manage these moments is an important parenting skill.
In this episode of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs & Sleep Practitioners), explain exactly how to help your baby or toddler calm down in preparation for good sleep.
Parent questions are answered, including:
Should I adjust my baby’s daily rhythm if one...
2024-04-1543 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 45: Travelling with babies & toddlersWorried about how your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling might be impacted by travel? Don’t worry, we’ve got you sorted. The truth is, most babies and toddlers adapt really well to shifting time zones and new sleep arrangements, and with a few tips and tricks you’ll have a wonderful holiday.
Join Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) as they unpack everything you need to know to ensure everyone sleeps well during your next local or international trip.
They also answer parent questions including:
What should we do if we’ve dr...
2024-04-0850 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 44: NappingJust when you think you’ve got your baby or toddler’s naps sorted, 💥BOOM💥…you’re back to square one. Your baby or toddler's naps will change a lot over the first few years depending on their age and their unique sleep requirements. This might mean you have to pivot, and adjust their naps to keep them happy and well rested, day and night.
In episode 44 of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) explain how to troubleshoot common nap difficulties, including how to identify when it’s time to drop a nap, and how to str...
2024-03-2545 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 43: 'Sleep Health' in Babies & ToddlersSleep is one of the three pillars of health, alongside nutrition and exercise. This is true for babies, toddlers, children, and adults. ‘Sleep health’ will look different depending on your age.
In this episode of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs & Sleep Practitioners), explain how to identify good and poor sleep health and discuss why taking care of sleep in your little one, is just as important as taking care of other aspects of their wellbeing.
Parent questions are answered, including:
How can I calm my super busy baby at bedt...
2024-03-1754 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 42: Cot Settling, Bravely.Are you worried, perhaps even frightened, to try settling your baby or toddler in their cot? You’re not alone, many parents struggle with this transition because they’re unsure how to manage their own, and their child’s big emotions, and they don’t want to cause any harm.
In this episode, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura talk about how to support your child’s emotional wellbeing by providing intense support and reassurance during this transition. When done properly, supporting your baby or toddler to settle in their cot for sleep, can strengthen the relationship between you and yo...
2024-03-1055 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 41: ‘Failing’ Sleep SchoolWhat does it mean to ‘fail’ sleep school, and are parents being too hard on themselves?
This week, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura discuss why some babies and toddlers don’t have success at sleep school, and what parents can do about it. They answer parent questions including:
How can I extend my baby’s day naps?
How can I reduce my toddler’s night waking?
How do I stop patting my baby to sleep?
How can I get my baby to settle in their cot if they don’t stop moving?
Why does my toddler want me to v...
2024-03-0442 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 40: Dummies & comfortersShould you ditch the dummy? And if so, what’s the best way to do it?
When is the right age to introduce a comforter, or small soft toy, to your baby?
This week, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura discuss the pros and cons of dummy use, including when and how to ditch the dummy. They also discuss the benefits of using a comforter, or small soft toy, from 7 months of age onwards and answer parent questions too.
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2024-02-2650 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 39: Toddler Sleep & Separation AnxietyWhat can Taylor Swift teach us about parenting? According to Dr Fallon, quite a lot! Toddlers have big emotions and so do kids (and parents) who miss out on Era’s tour tickets 😆 Learning how to support your child through their big emotions is a skill that all parents develop - with some trial and error along the way!
This week, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura discuss how to navigate the trickiest toddler emotions, separation anxiety, and toddler sleep difficulties. They also answer parent questions including:
My toddler stands up and screams when I try to settl...
2024-02-1948 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 38: Split nights & cat-nappingJoin Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhD’s, Sleep Practitioners) to learn strategies for managing sleep and settling difficulties in your baby, toddler, or pre-schooler, including what to do about split or ‘biphasic’ nights, and when to worry about short naps, or ‘cat naps’.
Listen to Fallon & Laura as they answer parent questions including:
My baby has started rolling in his cot & waking up stuck on his tummy, how do I get his sleep back on track?
My baby wakes 10+ times each night, what do I do?
Should I unswaddle my baby before or after moving them to a...
2024-02-1255 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 37: Navigating settling changes: when, how, and in what order?Dr Fallon & Dr Laura discuss factors to consider when making changes to how and where your baby or toddler settles for sleep, and answer parent questions:
Should we stop cosleeping before moving our toddler to their own bedroom?
Should we stop offering a bottle at bedtime?
When do sleep requirements stop declining?
Which parent should do the settling?
Is it ok to take a break from a new settling approach, or is it best to persist?
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2024-02-0544 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 36: Preparing Your Little One For Childcare.Tune in to hear Dr Fallon and Dr Laura’s (PhDs) top tips for helping your child adjust to their new childcare environment. They also answer questions including:
Is it ok if my baby or toddler is settled differently at childcare?
How can I help my small baby adjust to settling in their cot?
How can I ease my baby’s transition to sleeping in their own bedroom?
What can I do when my baby or toddler rolls or stands up in their cot?
🍼 If your little one is about to begin childcare, read our tips for a smooth...
2024-01-2941 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 35: Common Sleep Setbacks After Making ProgressSleep isn’t linear – there will be ups and downs, and unexpected hurdles. This is entirely normal but it doesn’t make these sleep hurdles any less distressing for tired parents! In this episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura talk about the hurdles – how to identify hurdles, and tips for overcoming hurdles. Plus they answer questions from Sombelle parents.
🏫 Is your little one about to start school? Read our sleep tips for parents of children starting school: https://www.infantsleep.com.au/blog/schoolstart
🍼 If your little one is about to begin childcare, read our tips for a smooth tra...
2024-01-2251 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 34: Managing Multiples & Troubleshooting Sleep DifficultiesAre you the parent of multiples or know someone who is? Tune in to this week’s episode to learn insider tips on improving sleep and settling in twins, triplets, quads, quins, and more! Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhD’s) also answer questions, including:
How can I support my baby who cries very hard when we try to change how they settle to sleep?
How can I stop the dreaded 4am wake up?
My child is restless from 4-7am, why and what can I do?
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2024-01-1534 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 33: Answers To Your Sleep & Settling QuestionsJoin Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhD's) as they discuss all things sleep, settling, and early parenting. In this episode they answer questions submitted by parents, including:
Should I offer my baby extra day sleep when they're unwell?
How can I make my baby sleep in longer each morning?
How can I transfer my baby to the cot without waking them?
When can I drop night feeds?
My baby hates naps - what should I do
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2024-01-0848 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 32: Parenting in PartnershipWhen parents work together in genuine partnership, parenting is easier and relationships flourish. But how can you set the groundwork for equal parenting right from those first few days? And what can you do if your partner isn’t able, or available, to share the settling during the night?
Join Dr Fallon & Dr Laura as they discuss how to share the parenting load and protect your parenting relationship. They also answer parent questions, including:
What to do if your baby is refusing to sleep in their cot or bassinet,
Should the last nap of the day be...
2023-12-1844 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 31: Choosing your battlesParenting requires us to constantly make decisions – do we surrender to this new parenting challenge? Or is it best to step in to your ‘parenting power’ and set gentle boundaries? It’s an internal struggle we all have as parents and it’s particularly challenging during the first few years of parenting our little ones.
Join Dr Fallon & Dr Laura as they discuss how to choose your parenting battles, and answer parent questions including:
When and how to drop the dummy
What to do when you’re exhausted and finding it hard to parent
Managing sleep with your dis...
2023-12-1137 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 30: Understanding sleep associationsWe all have sleep associations, or things we need present to fall asleep. Some sleep associations make baby and toddler sleep very challenging.
Join Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhD’s) as they explore the helpful, and not so helpful, sleep associations that might be influencing your little one’s sleep.
They also answer member questions including:
How do I get my baby or toddler in to a new daily rhythm?
Is it ok to wake a baby or toddler from their nap?
How will I know if my baby or toddler is getting too much...
2023-12-0434 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 29: Your Sleep & Settling Questions AnsweredJoin Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) as they answer questions submitted by tired parents, including:
What should you do if your baby or toddler wakes up too early?
How important is a consistent daily rhythm?
Which parent should settle the baby?
My baby keeps rolling on to their tummy, what should I do?
My baby only sleeps upright on me, what do I do?
How do I find the perfect daily rhythm for my baby or toddler?
Why does my baby wake 10-15 minutes after I resettle them during the night?
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2023-11-2738 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 28: Managing your baby or toddler who has low sleep needsDoes your baby power through the day on less sleep than other babies? Or perhaps they nap well, but are awake half the night?
Join Dr. Fallon and Dr. Laura (PhDs), as they dive into the intricacies of managing low sleep needs in babies and toddlers. Uncover strategies to navigate your child's daily rhythm, ensuring a more restful night for everyone.
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2023-11-2039 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 27: Unwanted cosleeping: Moving your baby or toddler to their own sleep space.Does your baby or toddler refuse to sleep in their own cot or bed? Do you have an unwanted cosleeping situation?
Maybe your little one makes it part way through the night before refusing to resettle in their own cot or bed – or perhaps you’ve given up trying and simply let them sleep in your bed all night long.
It’s a really common problem but it can be resolved with loving, responsive parenting.
In this episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners), share the advice they give families in their clinic a...
2023-11-1332 min
Brand New Little PeopleBonus Episode: What inspired Dr Fallon & Dr Laura to create Sombelle?Dr Fallon & Dr Laura have a candid chat about where they started, where they’re going, and why parents should always be in the driver’s seat when it comes to their baby or toddlers sleep.
If you want to know more about Dr Fallon and Dr Laura, and their approach to infant and toddler sleep, this is the episode for you!
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2023-11-1130 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 26: Solving toddler sleep difficultiesDoes your toddler delay bedtime as long as possible, making up every excuse under the sun to avoid sleep?
Or do they wake up at night, over and over again, needing constant resettling?
Or maybe they wake super early every day and refuse to return to sleep?
In this episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners), share the advice they give families in their clinic. This episode is your ultimate guide to navigating toddler sleep and settling difficulties.
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2023-11-0641 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 25: Your guide to early rising.Does your baby or toddler wake up before 6am, ready to start their day? Are you desperate for a longer sleep in?
In this episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners), share the advice they give families in their clinic. This episode is your ultimate guide to navigating early rising.
Fallon & Laura also answer parent questions including:
❓Is it ok to work on cot settling at night for a while, before attempting cot settling for day naps?
❓What’s the right way to pat a baby?
❓Why is my 5 month...
2023-10-3032 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 24: Juggling a baby AND a toddler❓ How do I manage my baby AND my toddler when they both have different sleep and settling needs?
❓ How do I transition away from cosleeping?
❓ How can I help my baby drop a day nap?
❓ Why does my 8 month old wake so often?
🎧 Listen now to hear Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) answer these questions and more.
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2023-10-2342 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 23: Overtired is Overhyped.Does overtiredness impact baby and toddler sleep?
What can I do when my baby or toddler constantly stands up in their cot?
Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) answer these questions and more from a cozy cottage in the countryside, fire roaring and rain falling on the tin roof ❤️
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2023-10-1625 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 22: Cot settling difficulties
Why does my baby cry when I put them in the cot?
What can I do if my baby doesn't like settling in their cot?
Why does my baby wake so often overnight?
Listen now to hear Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) answer these questions and also discuss:
Our new, free, Toddler Sleep Mini Series & ebook!
Hear about Fallon's recent skin cancer diagnosis (she's going to be fine!)
Hear from other parents who've turned their sleep around.
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2023-10-0938 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 21: Your guide to dropping night feedsAre you ready to reduce the number of night feeds you give your baby or toddler, but you’re not sure how to do it?
In this episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners), share the advice they give families in their clinic. Whether you have a baby or a toddler, this episode is your ultimate guide to navigating when and how to drop night feeds.
To download the free guide to baby sleep, mentioned in this episode, click here.
To download the free medical factors checklist mentioned in this episode, click he...
2023-10-0236 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 20: The Emotional Toll of Sleep Deprivation on ParentsAn incident triggered by sleep deprivation nearly had disastrous consequences for Sarah. Learn more about the emotional challenges parents face when dealing with prolonged periods of insufficient sleep. The overwhelming fatigue, the frustration, and the sometimes overwhelming guilt — Dr Fallon & Dr Laura discuss how lack of sleep can profoundly impact a parent's ability to cope with daily life and parenting responsibilities, and provide practical coping strategies, self-care tips, and support resources that can help parents navigate this challenging phase.
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2023-09-2534 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 19: Sleep, Settling & EingewöhnungHow can I help my baby adjust to sleeping in their cot? Why do some babies and toddlers take everything in their stride and others need a lot of support and reassurance? How can I support my very sensitive baby as they encounter new challenges? How can the German approach ‘Eingewohnung’ help us determine the best approach to sleep and settling?
Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) answer these questions and more.
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2023-09-1830 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 18: Parenting misinformation – how to spot it.Have you heard some startling parenting advice on your social media channels? It may have caused you to feel lost, confused, angry, or upset. It’s getting harder for parents to distinguish the good advice from the terrible.
In this episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners), discuss how you can spot the imposter ‘parenting expert.’ They also answer questions submitted by parents.
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2023-09-1133 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 17: Separation anxiety & finding your villageHow do I manage separation anxiety at bedtime? What tired signs should I look for? How many naps is too many? And where can I find my village?
Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) answer these questions and more in this episode of Brand New Little People.
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2023-09-0439 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 16: Night Feeds, Room Sharing & TravelDoes room-sharing ruin sleep? When should you offer a night feed, and when should you resettle? Will a dream feed help? Where should you settle your baby or toddler for sleep during travel (hint: not in a suitcase!)
Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) answer these questions and more in this episode of Brand New Little People.
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2023-08-2829 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 14: Managing big emotions in babies, toddlers & pre-schoolersShould you distract your crying child? Or is it better to support them to feel their emotions? Is a long lunchtime nap compulsory? What should you do if progress with cot settling starts to come undone? What should you do if the last nap of the day is pushing bedtime too late?
Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) answer these questions and more in this episode of Brand New Little People.
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2023-08-1427 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 13: Your sleep & settling questionsDr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhD's Sleep Practitioners) answer questions from listeners including:
Why does my baby wake so often?
Should I wake my baby to feed them?
Why does my baby cat nap?
When should I resettle my baby for a longer nap?
Plus new research that shows the importance of improving preschooler sleep.
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2023-08-0629 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 12: Toxic positivitySocial media isn't always a friendly or helpful place - especially if you are having a hard time with parenting. This week, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhD's, Sleep Practitioners) talk about a particularly unhelpful post they saw and discuss how to manage 'toxic positivity.'
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2023-07-3024 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 11: When the wheels fall offMajor life events can make parenting a real challenge, especially at bedtime. In this episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhD's, Sleep Practitioners), explore the impact of major life events, including injury, illness, death in the family and separation anxiety, on babies and children. Bedtime can become a big challenge when your child is trying to navigate their changing world.
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2023-07-2426 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 10: Contact napsContact naps, where you hold your baby throughout their day naps, can be lovely and are especially nice during the first few weeks when you and your baby are figuring out feeding, and learning more about each other.
However, there often comes a point when parents would like their baby to do some naps in their bassinet or cot. Parents might have lots of get done during their baby's nap time - especially if they have older children or paid work to manage. And babies also start to get heavy, so napping in the cot or bassinet...
2023-07-1724 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 9: Help! My baby springs awake when I try a new settling approachHave you tried to change how or where you settle your baby, only to find they spring awake and cry the moment they notice? You aren't alone!
In this episode, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) discuss a family who experienced this exact problem. Learn how a few small tweaks can help your baby adjust more easily to a new way of settling for sleep.
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2023-07-1028 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 8: How our postdoctoral research helps familiesThe way parents interact with their baby can support strong language development and positive mental health across childhood. And better sleep leads to better quality interactions! In this episode you'll learn how to optimise play time with your baby or toddler.
Listen as Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) talk about their postdoctoral fellowships and the research that led to starting Infant Sleep Australia and the Sombelle sleep programs.
Apologies for the background noise in this episode - a rain storm passed through!
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2023-07-0322 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 7: Managing the last nap of the day, and sleep during illnessWhat should you do when the last nap of the day is getting very long and runs too close to bedtime?
How do you manage your baby or toddler's sleep during illness?
Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) answer these questions and more.
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2023-06-2621 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 6: Does sleep beget sleep?Does sleep beget sleep?
Will more day sleep result in fewer night wakings, or is the opposite true - does less day sleep result in more night time sleep?
It's a complicated question with a complicated answer but Dr Fallon (PhD, Sleep Practitioner) is going to tease it out for you so you can think about whether your baby might need more or less day sleep.
Don't forget - every baby is different! The discussion in this podcast episode focuses on babies in general, not yours specifically. It's ok to do what you fe...
2023-06-1912 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 5: Infant mental healthIt's Infant Mental Health Awareness Week! But what is infant mental health and what can you do to support strong infant mental health?
In this episode Dr Fallon (PhD, Sleep Practitioner) dives in to the continuum of infant mental health, and explores what it is, the importance of secure caregiver attachment, how to tell if your baby has strong mental health, what you can do to boost infant mental health, and what research says about the link between sleep and mental health during childhood.
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2023-06-1116 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 4: Settling difficultiesSpending a long time trying to get your baby to fall asleep? Or having to do increasingly strange or tedious things to settle your baby? (Bouncing on a fit ball? 4am walks around the block? Maybe you've even climbed in to your baby's cot to settle them?!). This episode is for you! Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) unpack the common settling difficulties they treat in their sleep clinic and the factors that cause these difficulties.
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2023-06-0518 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 3: Infant cryingWhat is purple crying and why do babies do it? In this episode Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) explore why young babies cry so much during the first few months and discuss their own experiences with crying babies.
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2023-05-3115 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 2: Unsettled babiesDr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) talk about their personal experiences raising babies with reflux and allergies.
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✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddlers sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://sombelle.infantsleep.com.au/
2023-05-3119 min
Brand New Little PeopleEpisode 1: Meet the sleep expertsDr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) talk about their pregnancies and bringing their babies home for the first time.
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✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddlers sleep and settling difficulties, join Sombelle! Members can submit questions to be answered on the podcast each week: https://sombelle.infantsleep.com.au/
2023-05-3120 min