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Creating Well-Rested Families5 Things to Help You Survive the Witching Hour With Your Fussy BabyText us your sleep questions.The witching hour with your baby can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve tried everything and your baby is still fussy, crying, and fighting sleep in the evening. This late afternoon or evening fussiness is one of the most common baby sleep struggles, and today I’m giving you 5 practical, parent-tested ways to survive the witching hour and help your baby settle faster.Whether you’re dealing with a fussy newborn, a baby who needs constant soothing, or you’re simply exhausted by the end of the day, these tips will hel...2025-07-0316 minCreating Well-Rested FamiliesSeparation Anxiety in Babies and Toddlers: What It Is, How to Help, and What Not to Do at BedtimeText us your sleep questions.Is your baby suddenly waking more at night? Crying the second you leave the room? Refusing naps or bedtime routines they used to handle just fine? It could be separation anxiety—a completely normal (but totally exhausting) phase many babies and toddlers go through.In this episode of Creating Well-Rested Families, I’m breaking down:What separation anxiety actually is and why it’s a good sign for your child’s developmentWhen separation anxiety typically starts (and how long it lasts)The most common signs your baby or toddl...2025-05-2216 minCreating Well-Rested FamiliesHow to Reset Your Baby or Toddler’s Sleep Routine After a Chaotic WeekendText us your sleep questions.Life with little ones can feel chaotic, especially when sleep routines get thrown off. In this episode of Creating Well-Rested Families, I’m sharing why I took a short break, what real life has looked like behind the scenes, and how our family hit reset after a weekend full of overstimulation and late nights.If you're a parent trying to get your baby or toddler back on a consistent sleep schedule—or just craving a return to calmer days—this episode is packed with encouragement and practical tips to help you re...2025-05-0816 minCreating Well-Rested FamiliesFrom Sleep Deprived to Empowered: How to Let Go & Get Support in MotherhoodText us your sleep questions.Have you ever felt trapped by your child’s sleep schedule? Like you have to be the one doing bedtime, the one waking up at night, the one carrying the weight of sleep struggles? I’ve been there. For almost a year, my oldest daughter relied on me for sleep—meaning no flexibility, no breaks, and no trips without major stress.But this past week, I attended the Mom 2.0 Summit for three days, and you know what? My kids slept just fine without me. My husband handled...2025-04-1023 minCreating Well-Rested FamiliesBaby & Toddler Sleep Tips for Night Wakings, Short Naps, Dropping Night Feeds, & Early Rising: Instagram LIVE Q&AText us your sleep questions.Struggling with baby or toddler sleep problems? In this special episode, I’m sharing a recent live Instagram Q&A session, answering real questions from parents just like you!👉 Is your baby waking up crying at night and needing to be rocked back to sleep? 👉 Dealing with early morning wakings (EMW) no matter what you do? 👉 Wondering if it’s okay to re-sleep train after co-sleeping? 👉 Frustrated with daycare not giving your baby naps?We cover baby and toddler sleep training tips, night waking solutions, co-sleeping transit...2025-03-2738 min
Previa Alliance PodcastOne Year and Beyond Sleep 101 with Unnati PatelStruggling with sleep transitions? 💤 In our latest episode, sleep expert Unnati Patel shares game-changing tips for moving your little one from a crib to a toddler bed, breaking tricky sleep associations, handling nightmares, early wakeups, and sibling sleep dynamics. Tune in and get ready to equip you and yourself for more rest!*Have a younger child? Check out our previous episodes with Unnati!Want to connect with Unnati?Nested To Rested Sleep Consulting | Baby Sleep and Toddler Sleep ExpertUnnati Patel, MPH | Newborn, Baby, & Toddler Sleep Consultant (@nestedtorestedsleep) • Instagram photos and videos...2025-03-2437 minCreating Well-Rested FamiliesFamily Travel Lessons: What Worked, What Didn’t, & How to Make Your Next Trip With Babies, Toddlers, and Children a Whole Lot SmootherText us your sleep questions.Planning a family vacation? Learn from our recent trip to Hyatt Ziva Riveria Cancun as I share real-life travel wins, lessons learned, and tips to make traveling with kids easier! From navigating late flights and hotel room upgrades to maximizing kids’ clubs and packing smarter, this episode is packed with practical advice for parents traveling with their littles.You’ll hear:Why I’ll never book a late arrival flight againThe must-have items that made our trip easier (hello, sound machine and nightlight!)The essentials I missed...2025-03-1329 minCreating Well-Rested FamiliesHow Brain Health & Sensory Processing Impact Sleep: Helping Neurodivergent & Neurotypical Kids Sleep Better with Jess Toews of BrainviveText us your sleep questions.If bedtime feels like a never-ending battle, and your child struggles with sensory sensitivities, ADHD, autism, or just can’t seem to settle down, you are not alone. Sleep challenges are super common—especially for neurodivergent kids—but the good news is, there are ways to help.In this episode of Creating Well-Rested Families, I’m chatting with Jess Toews, Co-founder and CEO of Brainvive, about the deep connection between brain health, sensory processing, and sleep. Jess has spent over a decade helping families navigate everything from lea...2025-02-2738 minCreating Well-Rested FamiliesBreastfeeding vs. Formula, Bottle or Nipple Refusal, & Baby Feeding Myths with Fed Is Best AuthorsText us your sleep questions.Feeding your baby can feel overwhelming with all the conflicting advice out there. In today’s episode, I sit down with the authors of Fed Is Best and the founders of the Fed Is Best Foundation to bust common feeding myths and provide evidence-based guidance on infant feeding.We discuss:🍼 The realities of breastfeeding vs. formula feeding and why both can support a thriving baby❌ Bottle refusal & nipple confusion—what it is and how to navigate it📊 How to know if your baby...2025-02-131h 12Creating Well-Rested FamiliesSeason 2: Mom Life, Sleep Tips & Big Changes Ahead!Text us your sleep questions.Welcome to Season 2 of Creating Well-Rested Families! In this kickoff episode, I’m catching you up on what’s been happening behind the scenes, sharing some heartfelt reminders for moms in the thick of it, and, of course, giving you some helpful baby and toddler sleep tips. Plus, I’m unveiling some exciting changes coming to Nested to Rested Sleep!✨ Here’s what you’ll hear in this episode:✅ Life and business updates (hello, new season!)✅ Encouragement for moms navigating sleepless nights✅ Practical sleep tips to help y...2025-02-0619 minCreating Well-Rested FamiliesGroup Sleep Coaching: Family Sleep Wins from Night 1 of Baby Sleep TrainingText us your sleep questions.In this episode, hear firsthand from families in my 5-day beta group coaching program as they celebrate their sleep wins after just night 1 of implementing our gentle sleep training methods. Keep in mind names of families and babies have not been shared to maintain privacy and confidentiality. From longer stretches of sleep to newfound confidence in bedtime routines, these stories showcase the incredible transformations that are possible when you have expert guidance and a supportive community.If you’re ready to transform your nights and achieve the rest you...2024-12-1220 minCreating Well-Rested FamiliesIs Your Baby Ready for Solids to Why Your Toddler is a Picky Eater: Answers from Kary with Solid StartsText us your sleep questions.In this episode of Creating Well-Rested Families, I am sharing the audio from an Instagram LIVE I did a few months back with Kary from the Solid Starts team. We chat about starting solids and how it can impact your baby’s sleep. We dive into essential topics, including how to know if your baby is ready to start solids, the connection between mealtime routines and better sleep, and tips to make starting solids less overwhelming for parents.We also discuss common struggles like picky eating and how to...2024-11-2842 minCreating Well-Rested FamiliesHow to Manage Your Baby's Sleep During the Holidays: Naps, Bedtime, and TravelText us your sleep questions.The holiday season is magical—but it can wreak havoc on your baby’s sleep schedule! In this episode, I’m sharing expert tips to help you manage your baby’s sleep during the busiest time of the year. Whether you're traveling, attending holiday gatherings, or hosting family at home, you’ll learn how to:Plan your travel around your baby’s naps and bedtimeRecreate a cozy and familiar sleep environment anywhereHandle late nights and overstimulation during holiday gatheringsKeep bedtime routines consistent, even in unfamiliar settingsTransition back to your regular sleep...2024-11-2121 min
No-Cost Extension with Deval SanghaviDasra Philanthropy Week 2024: Binoy Acharya from UnnatiBinoy Acharya is the Founder-Director of Unnati - Organisation for Development Education. Unnati works in the spaces of Civic Leadership and Governance and Social Accountability, Disaster Risk Reduction and Social Inclusion and Empowerment. At Dasra Philanthropy Forum 2024, Binoy spoke of how governments are failing at last mile delivery across the world, and philanthropic support is needed to bridge this gap. For more information on any of Dasra's work, or on any of the guests on the show, go to www.dasra.org 2024-11-1209 minCreating Well-Rested FamiliesFAQ: Dropping Naps, Toddler Quiet Time, Starting Sleep Training, Dropping Pacifier, Four Month Sleep RegressionText us your sleep questions.In this episode, I’m answering four baby sleep questions submitted over on Instagram this week! We’ll cover topics like when to start sleep training a 3-4 month old, how to use the pacifier without it becoming a habit or dropping it if it already is one, transitioning a toddler from no nap to quiet time, and fading out sleep associations. Tune in for practical advice on managing your baby’s sleep challenges and encouraging longer, more restful sleep.What You’ll Learn:A good s...2024-11-0718 minCreating Well-Rested FamiliesManaging Potty Training and Sleep For Your Toddler: With Guest Expert Jessica from Rooted in RoutineText us your sleep questions.In this episode, I’m joined by Jessica from Rooted in Routine, who shares expert insights on how to successfully manage two big milestones in a toddler’s life: potty training and sleep routines. For many parents, the challenges of sleep regressions, nighttime accidents, and potty training setbacks can feel overwhelming. Jessica helps us tackle these topics with practical advice to help parents support their child’s development without compromising on sleep. We cover the essentials, including:Signs of Potty Training Readiness: How to know if your toddler...2024-11-0239 minCreating Well-Rested FamiliesFAQ: Dropping Night Feeds, Nap Transitions, Short Sleep Cycles, and Sleep AssociationsText us your sleep questions.In this short episode, I’m answering three baby sleep questions submitted over on Instagram this week! We’ll cover topics like night feeds for a 5-month-old, how to know when your baby is ready for a 3-nap schedule, and what to do if your 8-month-old baby only sleeps one sleep cycle at bedtime. These tips are designed to help you navigate nap transitions and improve your baby’s independent sleep. Tune in for practical advice on managing your baby’s sleep challenges and encouraging longer, more restful sleep....2024-10-2413 minCreating Well-Rested FamiliesNavigating Solo Parenting While Married to Medicine: A Chat with Sarah Parkhurst of Previa AllianceText us your sleep questions.In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Parkhurst of Previa Alliance to discuss the unique challenges of navigating solo parenting while being married to medicine. We share personal stories, including how we met our significant others and the realities of marriage in the medical field, from the loneliness and isolation it can bring to the struggles of maintaining a healthy relationship.We dive deep into tough topics like coping with pregnancy loss, dealing with infertility without a partner's full support, and how resentment in marriage can build up over...2024-10-1746 minCreating Well-Rested FamiliesBusted: Why Formula or Cereal Won't Improve Your Baby's SleepText us your sleep questions.In this episode of Creating Well-Rested Families, we’re diving into a popular baby sleep myth: "Will giving your baby a formula bottle or adding cereal to their bottle help them sleep better or longer?" Many tired parents have tried these methods in hopes of improving sleep. I know I sure did with my daughter. Guilty. But do they actually work? Listen for the full breakdown and what you should do instead for better sleep. Supplemental Resources: Eight Common Baby Sleep Myths - BUSTE...2024-10-0310 minCreating Well-Rested FamiliesFAQ: When Will My Baby Sleep Through the Night?Text us your sleep questions.Have you ever googled "When will my baby sleep through the night?"...In this episode of Creating Well-Rested Families, we’re diving into one of the most common questions parents ask: When will my baby sleep through the night?We’ll cover:What age most babies start sleeping through the nightFactors that determine when your baby will sleep longer stretchesPractical tips to help your baby sleep through the night, including creating a consistent bedtime routineWhy it’s important to gently drop sleep associations and foster independent sleep habits...2024-09-2617 min