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The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEpisode 50-5 min Express Episode. "What is the 1 thing which will help your child's sleep today!"* Correction the Podcast of the Year award was won in 2024! “What is the 1 thing that will improve my child’s sleep?”I get asked this ALL the time from strangers when they ask me what I do! They say "So what is the secret to getting a child to sleep or improving my child’s sleep?"I usually answer with “There isnt one simply thing, its not that easy!”I say this because I am a Holistic Sleep Consultant and Qualified Naturopath. And what we learnt in Naturopathy, is every disease...
2026-02-1920 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEpisode 49-"Is there ever a time I should wake my sleeping child?"I am sure you have heard the term, “never wake a sleeping baby”. However, this my friends is not correct!If we allow a child to sleep as long as they want to for some nap/s it can affect other elements to a successful 24 hour sleep cycle. A child can only sleep a certain amount (depending on their age and their own sleep needs), and just because we may enjoy the 2 hour break in the middle of the day it doesnt mean they are capable of sleeping that duration of nap AND a full 12 hour...
2026-02-0917 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEp 48 Why is nap placement so important to my child’s sleep?My baby is asleep! Phew! That's enough right? Not really! If you are experiencing: short naps struggling to get your child to sleep (and stay asleep sometimes) not knowing when to feed snack feeding what looks like "fussy eating" or less than optimal amounts of solids night wakes early rising grumpy moodsThe placement of naps is KEY to avoiding all of these less than desirable parts of your baby or toddler's sleep experience. Your child's naps need to be placed at particular times of day and be for particular duration of sleep in o...
2025-07-1528 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEp 47 Margaret wants you to listen to this episode..she believes it’s your sign to take the first step!Its great to be back! In this episode Marg speaks candidly about her shock of the conflicting information between social media/sleep school, compared to the information and experience she had at The Holistic Sleep Project as she attempted to solve her little one's sleep challenges. Baby Lainey was awake between 5-18x a night, she was either being fed or rocked but to sleep each time. She was only having short and inconsistent naps. Margaret (despite having support) questioned how she could continue to work, start her child at child care and was filled wi...
2025-06-061h 06The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 46 - “Supporting her child to get more sleep has changed Trish’s life!”In this episode, Trish (mum of James, 16 months old) candidly shares what sleep was like for her and her family up until her child was 16 months old. Her intuition told her this wasn’t the way it was supposed to be, and that she should be getting more sleep now that her child was getting older. Her mental health was suffering, as well as her connection with her beautiful baby boy and her relationship.She explains the final straw that led her to reach out, why she connected with The Holistic Sleep Project’s philosophy, and how the...
2024-11-2439 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 45 - “Consistency is the secret sauce to more sleep!””Feel like you're being consistent with your child’s bedtime? Feel like you respond the same way every single time your child wakes? Feel like you put them down for naps at the same time every day and they sleep for the same duration each time?In this episode, I pose some key questions to determine if you’re truly being consistent with your child's sleep, or how consistent. If we aren’t consistent with our child’s sleep (and everything related to it!), we can create confusion and often overstimulation, which isn’t helpful for fostering more sleep...
2024-11-1729 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 44 - Should I put a gate on my child’s room to get more sleep?In this episode, we explore the notion of putting a baby gate on your child’s bedroom door in an attempt to get more sleep as we prevent them from getting out of their bedroom. Parents often make big bold and sometimes drastic changes in an attempt to have their child sleep for longer or in this case not leave their room overnight. However, I see putting a baby gate on as a last result. Why? This is broken down for you in this episode as I explain what else need...
2024-11-0526 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 43 - 5 minute express episode - "4 ways to create self care each day"As parents we all need self care and we need to practice self preservation sometimes as well. These tips are a reminder WHY you need to implement some small actions of self care each day for the benefit of your family and child. It is particularly difficult if you are a solo parent, have a partner that works a lot or have no family support. This ep, dives into how you can switch your mindset to ensure you feel like you are getting pockets of time to look after your emotional, mental and physical health as a parent of...
2024-10-3019 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 42 - "FAQ - How do you know when your child needs more awake time?"This is the most commonly asked question from families when we complete a 2 week Sleep Transformation Package together. This episode highlights the signs that indicate that your child needs more awake time and move onto the next routine so their sleep can stay on track!We also introduce an epic resource for you to help you work out what is the best routine for your baby or toddler to be following when it comes to feeding and sleep.Feeding, solids AND sleep all work together within our unique holistic sleep
2024-10-2317 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 41 - “Why sleep school doesn’t work!"Have you been or thinking of going to sleep school? You have probably heard about many experiences of parents who have been. There are many successful stories but on a daily basis we hear traumatic and unsuccessful experiences which leads us to question why this may be the case. On this episode, we dive into 7 key issues around this model and why families end up reaching out for support in a 1:1 capacity despite going to these environments as they chase better sleep for their children. This episode, addresses the notion that sleep school is not a...
2024-09-2428 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 40 - “My baby has slept through the night since 9 weeks old!”This episode is Georgina's story of supporting her child to create excellent sleep habits which ultimately came together to create a young baby who sleeps through the night. Yes, this happened early on. How? In this episode Georgina shares why she was so focused on a proactive approach to her baby's sleep because of the traumatic events that had occurred in her pregnancy as well as concern for her emotional and mental wellbeing as a parent with no hands on support during the long days with a newborn after these traumatic events. She also shares this story s...
2024-09-1145 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 39 - “Mothering, lactation teas, business and rebuilding” with Jordana Edwards.The owner of The Breastfeeding Co joins us today sharing her business centered around her lactation tea products. Jordana Edwards shares how her business was born from a colicky baby that wouldn't sleep while she was selling teas at a local market to building to a 2 seven figure business.But it hasn't been easy! Jordana generously shares her health, business and family story which show resilience, tenacity and how hard work led her to opening a successful tea company, but then needing to rebuild it after some unbelievable obstacles came its way. She shares the same ethos...
2024-09-0358 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 38 - WINNER! Podcast of the Year!The podcast you are listening is now an award winning podcast! Unbelievable right! I started this podcast because I had a lot to say! A lot about grief, sleep and nutrition. But it has evolved into a lot more! It is also about why The Holistic Sleep Project framework is unique and effective. It is about upholding strong business ethics and ensuring the long-term success of the families we work with. It is about breaking down the stigma attached to sleep work and showing how remarkable it can be without distress for you or...
2024-08-2608 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 37 - 5 minute express sleep tip. "Thinking of dropping the nap?"Each time a family comes across a sleep challenge with their little one it is natural to make a change to try and fix it. There may be smaller changes that you make in an attempt to fix the sleep issue. But after days, weeks or months without any resolution, sometimes a family will make a bold, big change. And sometimes this isn't the right approach because it doesn’t solve the problem or makes their child’s sleep challenges worse! In this 5 minute Express Sleep Tip Episode, we break down the 3 elements you want to co...
2024-08-2114 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 36 - “This podcast is a Finalist for Podcast of the Year!”My podcast, The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep Podcast, is a finalist for Podcast of the Year at the @ausmumpreneur Awards this week! I’m also honoured to be in the running for the Overcoming the Odds award.Over the past two years, I've poured my heart into creating this podcast, sharing the stories of sleepless families who have experienced my epic sleep transformations, and providing knowledge and support to families seeking holistic, long-term solutions for better sleep—for both their little ones and themselves. 😴What You’ll Get from The Holistic Baby and Toddler S...
2024-08-1312 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 34 - “Jess had worked with 3 sleep consultants and still wasn’t getting any sleep!”Jess worked with 3 other Sleep Consultant and STILL wasn't getting any sleep! This is a captivating story from a mother who had strong instincts that her baby should have been getting more sleep than he was, even though professionals were telling her baby was just "stubborn". Jess was experiencing all the aspects of sleep challenges with her little one including catnapping and night waking. And despite attempting to co sleeping as a solution which according to those around her "should" have been creating more sleep for Noah, this was not the case. She still wasnt getting...
2024-08-131h 03The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 35 - "Why Cry it Out is not the solution"!Why Cry it out is not the solution!Whether a family has to endure tears while changing their child's sleep is a hot topic among sleep-deprived families. Parents commonly ask: Will there be tears? How much crying? I don't want to do Cry it Out!In this episode, we explore why these cry-based solutions don't work and create unnecessary stress for both parents and children. We discuss common beliefs and why this approach is flawed. We also compare and contrast it to The Holistic Sleep Project model, which includes much more in its...
2024-08-0443 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 33 - 5 Minute Express Ep- “3 Reasons Why Short/Long Routines Don’t Work!”In this sleep-related 5-minute express episode, we dive into the controversial topic of why short and long sleep routines often fall short. While these routines can work well with expert guidance, many families struggle when trying to implement them on their own. As a result, they face ongoing sleep issues such as overtiredness, night waking, and early rising. Discover why these routines might not be the best solution for your baby's sleep problems and learn the importance of professional support in creating effective sleep plans.Listen here! -If you found value or learnt...
2024-07-0912 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastBONUS EPISODE - "Why is feeding, rocking, patting to sleep not working anymore?"Are you feeding, patting or rocking you little one to sleep for naps, at bedtime or overnight? Are you finding they will only do 30 mins in the cot so you have to extend naps on you?Feeling frustrated, overwhelmed and exhausted! You are not alone! Today's episode explores why these interventions stop working, specific ages that these methods become harder and problematic and the impact of this exhaustive cycle on your emotional health and how it affects logistics in the home. This bonus ep will also give you the answer to g...
2024-07-0320 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 31 - "Rhiannon was suicidal because her child hadn’t slept in 18 months"This podcast episode is raw and real as Rhiannon (mother of River-Rose) shares the impact of 18 months of sleep deprivation. Her little one was waking 14 x a night and always needing support to get back to sleep. They were co sleeping which wasn’t inducing any more sleep. Her mental health was taking a diabolical turn, her relationship was suffering, her child wasn’t thriving emotionally or developmentally, and it all seemed impossible to resolve. We talk about her prior experience working with a sleep consultant, how she found The Holistic Sleep Project differed, how the level of su...
2024-06-101h 00The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 30 - "I cried non-stop when I won an International Business Award!"I won!!! I received an International Business Award at Women Changing the World awards for Woman in Health and Wellbeing! Not only have I spent the past 25 years in health and wellness as a Naturopath, but I have also spent the past 5 years creating transformations in the lives of the children and their families I work with. Sleep is underestimated, it is under acknowledged in our wellbeing and for its importance in our everyday lives as parents and for our children’s development.I shared this conference room in London with incredibly successful powerhouse women who are ma...
2024-06-0417 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 29 - “Megan’s baby was only sleeping 15-20 mins at a time”Megan has struggled with her little one Sasha pretty much since she was born. Only able to achieve 15-20 min naps during the day, feeling like a failure and unable to get her to have long naps, trying all the strategies and products her friends suggested and ultimately ending up co-sleeping which also didn’t help either and just left her partner and her feeling completely exhausted.We worked together when Sasha was 5 months and completely transformed the sleep of Sasha and the whole family and now at 18 months I have continued to support her family within th...
2024-05-131h 01The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastBONUS EPISODE - “I am heading to London to meet the Duchess of York!”So, to share a little about these awards, they are being held in London in May and they are being presented by Sarah Ferguson Duchess of York! And there are some incredible speakers at the event, including:Guest Speaker and Dr Tererai Trent who was named Oprah’s fave guest of all time. She is an author and along with Oprah helped to build primary schools and enhance education opportunities to create a pathway out of poverty for these children. Then there is the awards ceremony and a Gala Dinner to follow!And the biggest ne...
2024-05-0618 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 28 - 5 minute express self care and nutrition tip! – "You need to eat too!"Looking after babies and toddlers is EXHAUSTING! And it is definitely the way that we prioritize them (as we should) but we so often let our wellbeing drop to the bottom of the pile of things to do in our busy lives. Supporting our nutrition is one of the biggest areas which we as parents dont support ourselves. Yet, it is crucial that we do prioritize ourselves and eat well so we as mothers1) have the energy to feed our babies 2) energy to play with our children 3) do all the things in the home...
2024-04-2206 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 27 - “Common fertility struggles and holistic solutions with Ellen Louise Naturopath”.Ellen is a qualified Naturopath, living on the Sunshine Coast in QLD and running an online clinic offering personalised support to women with hormonal issues and couples wanting to fall pregnant through 1 on 1 consultations and comprehensive online courses.Ellen's holistic approach to fertility has facilitated numerous success stories worldwide, helping couples who have faced multiple miscarriages, unexplained infertility diagnoses, age-related fertility concerns, and those seeking alternatives before going down the IVF route.With a special interest in women’s hormonal conditions and fertility, she investigates thoroughly through comprehensive testing, employs the fertility awareness method, herbal me...
2024-04-081h 27The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 26 - 5 minute express sleep and nutrition tip - "What is the number one reason your child is not eating dinner?"This 5 min Express Episode is an awesome sleep AND nutrition tip! If your child is struggling to eat at dinner this tip will change that for you! So often parents complain to me about their little one's being fussy, going to bed without any dinner, being hungry when they wake up in the morning, or parents are actually wondering if their child is actually hungry overnight and that's why they are getting overnight wakes. Your little one is refusing dinner or not eating much at meals, you may be worried...
2024-04-0107 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 25 - 5 minute express sleep tip - "What is the number one thing you need to incorporate into your bedtime to ensure a good night’s sleep for your child?"In this 5 min Express Episode we talk about the number 1 element to introduce into your child's bedtime routine to ensure an awesome night's sleep for them and in turn you! This crucial element is from the 3rd Stage to my Holistic process of the 5 Stages to Successful Sleep which I work through with all my 1:1 and families within my membership-The Sleep Collective, and it is commonly overlooked in many sleep approaches. Sleep is a really vulnerable state so we want to make sure our children feel connection to not only US...
2024-03-2507 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 24 - 5 minute express nutrition support tip - "What’s the one food that will help your child get to sleep more easily?”In this 5 minute express nutrition and sleep tip ep, we explore the one food that you definitely want to incorporate into your bedtime routine or nap on the go with your older baby or toddler to help induce sleep.I share with you the neurotransmitters which that food induces to encourage sleep and how this will help overcome a stressed child at bedtime.Listen and incorporate this awesome tip today to help your child to get to sleep easier at nap or bedtime sleep!-If you found value or learnt something...
2024-03-1206 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 23 - "Myth busting Children’s Allergies and Intolerances” with The Paediatric Naturopath Lisa Moane.This is Lisa's second time on the Podcast. This time we discuss all things food Allergies and Intolerances for children. -What is the prevalence of these in Australia for babies and toddlers? -What are the tests available for allergies and intolerances? -What are the symptoms we can look out? -What kind of Naturopathic treatment is available for these issues? -We address the biggest myths around allergies And so much more that is going to be really helpful for you in this podcast that will help you start to support...
2024-03-0840 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 22 - "An Individualised approach to your child’s sleep issues is the cure to your current sleep deprivation!"Wondering why your friend’s baby is sleeping and yours is not?Wondering why the download, sleep plan or approaches you have tried in the past didn’t give you more sleep? Wondering why it wasn’t successful and you're still struggling with your child’s sleep? This is because generic approaches don’t work! All the individualized variables listed in this podcast episode need to be considered and addressed to create a customized approach to your child’s sleep. You and your child are completely unique, so having the same approach as som...
2024-02-2722 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 21 - “How to say goodbye to bedtime battles and create smoother bedtimes with your child”Bedtime with your toddler or baby can be one of the most, if not THE most stressful time in the day for parents. Children are tired from a busy day, from missing the last feed or having adequate dinner, high emotion from children at this time, little ones are looking for connection and sometimes we are just looking for quiet time after a hectic day of parenting and working. It is a hard time for parents and children alike. If you are struggling to get your child to bed easily then there are many reasons w...
2024-01-2128 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 20 -"The Baby Reflux Lady will change how you think about treatment for your baby’s reflux and colic"If you suspect your baby has reflux, colic or an allergy or has been given one of those diagnosis this episode is for YOU! If you feel that despite the professional advice you have been given, something is just not right with your baby, listen to this incredible episode created just for you..Aine Homer is “The Baby Reflux Lady!”Áine is the mum of two girls who between them had diagnoses of colic, reflux, silent reflux, CMPA, and multiple other food intolerances and allergies. Coupled with a three year...
2023-12-041h 51The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 19 -"Steph's sleep transformation was more transformative than her birth” with Steph WoodhouseStephanie Woodhouse is a physiotherapist based in Melbourne, Australia. She completed her undergraduate study in 2010 and immediately started work in private practice. From there she went on to complete her Post Graduate Certificate and then Masters in Sports Physiotherapy. She has worked in various elite sports since 2013, many of which have taken her around the world traveling with Australian teams. But, there is another side to her story. She suffered from glandular fever twice during her school years and never really recovered from the second bout and it developed into chronic fatigue syndrome. Ov...
2023-11-191h 24The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastBONUS EPISODE - 3 key tips to have a successful family holiday while still getting sleep for your child!Travelling with kids is HARD with a capital H! New environments, new climates, different sleeping spaces, weird foods, sitting for long periods…the list is endless! This is one of the most common anxieties parents have while raising young children. How can they have an awesome trip AND get some sleep as well? This bonus podcast episode gives you 3 key tips to a successful family holiday while still getting sleep for your child…and the whole family! We learn why it is important to plan, prioritise and plan on any type of tri...
2023-11-1320 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 18 - How do I get my older child to stay in their bed?Once your little one transitions into their big bed it is a total game changer! For many families- for the worst! Once their children realise they can get out of their own beds it can cause sleepless nights for your child as well as confusion and exhaustion for parents. If all the elements that combine to get great age appropriate sleep aren't aligned, parents may experience plenty of disruption, frustration and of course exhaustion as they attempt to get their child to stay in their own bed! Like all sleep challenges o...
2023-09-0735 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 17 -BONUS EPISODE-The two most common mistakes parents make when it comes to the child’s night waking.This episode explores the two most common mistakes that parents make when it comes to their little one’s night waking. If you are experiencing night waking, this is a must listen episode to see if you are falling into the trap of making these mistakes. During a recent Masterclass I held about the topic of Night Waking, I announced the launch of my program for mummas who are experiencing night waking and other sleep challenges if your baby is aged 4-9 months. This new program is the...
2023-08-1021 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 16 - Kirby was worried about reaching out for help for fear of being judged and her child crying it out.Kirby was spending hours at bedtime, overnight and at nap time doing EVERYTHING to get her son Henley to sleep. She and her partner were exhausted, frustrated, resentful and overwhelmed about the situation they were dealing with in terms of Henley’s sleep. Like most families they were doing a dance of all different tactics in the hope of trying to get more sleep. The family was feeding many bottles overnight, attempting to pat him to sleep, leaving and re entering the room basically chopping and changing a lot in an attempt to get their son to sle...
2023-07-1046 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 15 - Is your child’s catnapping making you feel frustrated, confused and overwhelmed?Is your little one’s catnapping making you feel confused, anxious and frustrated? This is so common and understandable. After all, you have things to do! You need some downtime! There are many reasons for catnapping and usually more than 1 is causing your little one to do short naps. The Episode will cover what is considered “normal” when it comes to catnapping and when we can deem short naps as being problematic for you and your child. It will also break down 5 of the key areas that ca...
2023-06-2625 min
Work.Mama.Life with Dr Ali Young#83 - Georgina Windebank - The Holistic Sleep MamaJoining us today in the Work Mama Life lounge is the amazing Naturopath and creator of the Holistic Sleep Project, Georgina Windebank. I'm sure you will agree with me, that she is a force to be reckoned with after you listen to this amazing discussion about her journey from university student, to naturopath, to large scale domestic travel, to mama and sleep consultant. In today's episode we dive deeply into the world of naturopathic parenting, how Georgina brings her philosophy of sleep into the everyday, and the way that she works when she is feeling a...
2023-05-2633 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 14 - Testing and treatment for children’s health conditions with Naturopath Kelly Gibson.Kelly is a Qualified Naturopath from the south coast of NSW. She has a passion for treating infants through to teens and focuses all her further education around children’s health. Having previously worked as a nanny for 15years before becoming a Naturopath, Kelly saw the impact of what stress, poor diet, poor sleep, poor immunity can have on a child’s wellbeing and has devoted her practice to providing the best possible care for her clients. During our conversation Kelly discussed common conditions she sees in her paediatric clients such as immune related conditions, aller...
2023-05-151h 08The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 13 - How do you choose a sleep consultant that’s right for your family?Sleep Consultants are many and varied in their approach. This podcast episode will break down some key areas to consider when choosing someone to work with. Areas like Ethics, Flexibility, Experience and Package selection are just some of the elements to investigate when selecting a SC to help you with your sleep goals. I talk about where I sit in terms of these categories in my work, how I see my role as a Sleep Consultant as I coach families into a place of more awareness, education and of course more sleep! D...
2023-04-2738 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 12 - Annabel Bower’s experience of stillbirth inspired her to write a book and inspire social change.· Trigger warning. Themes of baby loss including miscarriage, medical termination, stillbirth, grief and loss are discussed in length in this episode. · Language warning .Annabel Bower is a mother of 5 children a Food stylist with her own business and most recently an Author. Her book Miles Apart was written after Annabel’s 4th child Miles was stillborn. Having faced the isolation and heartache baby loss brings she was determined to support others, open up conversations and remove the stigma surrounding baby loss and infertility. Miles Apart is a heartfelt survival guide for anyone...
2023-04-041h 28The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 11 - Transitioning your baby from 3-2 naps takes strategy and patience.The 3-2 nap transition can be fraught with overtiredness, confusion and often transitioning our babies before our little one’s are ready. Often parents jump the gun as like any stage in early development of our children we are excited to take the next step. But there can be pitfalls parents experience if they transition to 2 naps to early! This episode, will highlight the key indicators as to when your child will be truly ready to drop this nap as well as 8 key tips to ensure a smooth 3-2 nap transition and mi...
2023-03-1924 min
Pregnancy, Birth and Recovery: Kath Baquie from FitNest MamaSleep Issues - A Guide to Toddler Sleep, with Georgina WindebankSend a textWelcome to the FitNest Mama Podcast! Today I chat to Georgina Windebank, a Holistic sleep consultant and qualified Naturopath. Georgina uses her unique skill with these two modalities to holistically help solve sleep challenges of babies and toddlersA mother to a 5 year old, and host of the Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep Podcast, in this episode we discuss all things toddler sleep and how to help your little one get the rest they need.Sleep is crucial for yo...
2023-03-0738 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 10 - “What you need to know about your pelvic floor muscles both before and after you have a baby” with Dr Kathryn JohnsDr Kathryn Johns, Pelvic Floor Osteopath gives us an incredibly informative and honest interview about pelvic floor conditions that are present both before and after birth. We learn how a pelvic floor Osteopath can help us with these conditions and how birth trauma, past injuries and our anatomy all contribute to pelvic floor health. We delve into the philosophy of this specialisation and how the model is truly holistic and why health conditions are so important to approach in this way. We discuss her journey to becoming a specialist in this unique field, the life changing work s...
2023-02-201h 26The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 9 - How can the timing and content of your child’s milk feeds and solids help them sleep better?How can the timing and content of your child’s milk feeds and solids can help them sleep better? For babies and toddlers, the relationship between milk feeds or solids and sleep is underestimated and misunderstood. Feeding and sleep work synergistically, aka together and each can be optimised by the other. The podcast breaks down why they have this relationship, practical tips about where solids and milk feeds should be placed in relation to sleep and common mistakes you may be making. The episode discusses optimal timing of meals and feeds helps other physiology functions. ...
2023-02-0530 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 8 - Practical strategies to have a smooth transition to childcare, both emotionally and physically for your child.Starting childcare, family care or any type of care arrangement is daunting for you and your little one. Parents worry about many aspects of starting childcare and how they will sleep is probably the greatest concern we all have! This podcast ep is practical with a capital P as it takes you through the changes you may experience in terms of your child’s day and night sleep during this time, as well as common mistakes families make when faced with this transition. And we deep dive into 5 key elements you can implement so your chi...
2023-01-101h 05The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastBONUS EPISODE - Top tips to keep your child’s sleep on track for an enjoyable Christmas and the summer holiday period.If you want to stay on track with your little one’s sleep during this holiday period (or any holiday period!) and have as much relaxation as POSSIBLE during these times..this is a must listen bonus ep! In this episode, I break down my Top 5 Tips to keep on track while still letting down your hair and having fun with family and friends. If we don’t prioritise our baby’s sleep we will be dealing with an overtired child which makes Christmas and holiday period even less enjoyable and very stressful!
2022-12-1822 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 7 - The 8 reasons your child is night wakingNight waking is one of the most challenging aspects to being a parent of young children. When it is excessive or repeatedly occurring over a long period of time, it might be time to make a change. In this episode we discuss what is age appropriate when it comes to the amount of night wakes you may be experiencing with your baby or toddler? What are the causes of your child’s night waking? The episode deep dives into 8 core reasons that babies and toddlers night wake, how they are related to each other and the ne...
2022-10-3053 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 6 - Chiropractic for children and a tenacious birth story with Dr Krissy Dowlin.Dr Krissy Dowlin is a Chiropractor, Naturopath and new mother. This conversation discusses how the modality of Chiropractic, can support your family and your baby’s optimal development. She talks us through the consultation process for a child, how chiropractic works, as well as discussing her unique blend of chiropractic and naturopathy, marrying together to provide her clients with an incredibly holistic experience. Krissy also generously shared her empowering birth story. An incredible tale of determination and tenaciousness through 33 hours of labour. You don’t want to miss this! I encourage you to listen to th...
2022-10-191h 42
The Fit2 Perform Podcast49. Georgina Castle - PerformerIn this episode the boys are joined by Georgina Castle. Georgie has solidified herself as a permanent fixture in west end leading roles over recent years playing everything from Dolly Parton to Sophie Sheridan and next up is Jovie in Elf this Christmas. She joins us to share her wealth of experience and habits that keep her where she is.
2022-10-171h 03The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastBONUS EPISODE-“The Sleep Collective Membership” is opening next week!The Sleep Collective Membership opens next week! At 8.30pm on Thursday 13th October the membership is opening! I wanted to do a bonus episode to share details of: -what is included within the membership-who the membership is for -where might you be in your child’s sleep journey and why it is suitable for you -you may be pregnant, a first time mumma or a mumma of multiple children. Should I join? This podcast will give you all the “need to know” ans...
2022-10-0616 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 5 - 7 Common Mistakes to Avoid During the 2-1 Nap TransitionTransitions are HARD! The 2-1 nap transition is tricky! It can leave us feeling confused, overwhelmed and unsure of what we are doing wrong and how we can get back on track. I want a smooth transition for you and your little one! The best way to ensure this is to avoid these 7 mistakes I have outlined in this podcast. I delve into these in detail so you have a stable and smooth transition that isnt filled with any more overtiredness, night waking and early rising than is needed during this time. I share my e...
2022-09-2626 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 4 - Fussy Eating with The Paediatric Naturopath Lisa MoaneToday on the podcast I chat with The Paediatric Naturopath-Lisa Moane about all things fussy eating! Lisa is a wealth of knowledge as a Paediatric Naturopath, Food Scientist and Feeding Therapist. This interview delves into WHY children can be fussy with their eating, which symptoms and medical conditions are related to fussy eating. Lisa’s holistic approach means she treats not just the “fussy eating” habits but also any underlying medical presentation of her young patients. We talk about the relationship between eating and sleep, the importance of having boundaries around food and how we can encourage positiv...
2022-09-131h 09The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 3 - You don’t have to put up with early rising!If you have a baby or toddler that is waking between 4am-5.30am and will not go back to sleep you have an Early Riser! BUT the good news is this isnt something you need to withstand! This podcast episode will:-challenge that idea and break down the myths around early rising-give you the main reasons baby’s and toddlers early rise-give you the consequences you will experience in your child’s sleep/mood/eating during a stage of ER-get you on your way to having a chil...
2022-08-3126 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 2 - Having a routine doesn’t mean being rigid with your child's sleep scheduleDoes the word "routine" make you anxious when it comes to your child's sleep? Does it make you think you will be stuck inside your house in the cycle of feeding, naps and nappy changes ALL day? If you are thinking the idea of routine isnt for your family, this podcast will change your mind and put a whole new spin on the concept of routine and its benefits to make life in the early years smoother for you and your baby. This episode covers what a day time routine means in terms of...
2022-08-2334 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep PodcastEPISODE 1 - Why accepting change is crucial to understanding your child's sleep needs.As part of “The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep Podcast” I will be discussing foundations of sleep. Why are these important?Because if you don’t have the foundation right, your building will fall down! Aka if your sleep principles and foundations are not set up optimally, baby’s sleep will de rail. Yes! I’ll reach you tips and tricks but I’m very invested in TEACHING and empowering you with skills and knowledge that will LAST you through the duration of your child’s life and sleep needs. One of these first foundations and the concep...
2022-08-1719 minThe Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep Podcast(Trailer Episode) START HERE!”The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep Podcast”….is here! 🎙I have been wanting to release a podcast for 2 years and finally here it is!This podcast isn’t JUST about baby and toddler sleep! Nope..it is much more than that..We will be delving into the nitty gritty of:-parenting-sleep-nutrition-practitioner interviews-grief and family lossAs a Holistic Sleep Consultant and Qualified Naturopath, sleep challenges to me are a Holistic process not solved by dark rooms and routines but an interrelated and sometimes co...
2022-08-0906 min
Resourced with Jessica ReadEP7: Post natal anxiety, sleep and the 4th trimester Ft Georgina WindebankSend us a text In this episode, I have the absolute pleasure of being joined by Georgina Windebank from The Holistic Sleep Project.If you are a mama of young children, perhaps effected by their (or your) lack of sleep or experiencing post natal anxiety, grab a cuppa and your earbuds and take a listen to this episode.Georgina Windebank is a Holistic Sleep Consultant and Qualified Naturopath she is also a mother to a little 4.5 year old boy.She is the owner of The Holistic Sleep Project and the online me...
2022-03-151h 12
Alive and ThrivingEP7: Post natal anxiety, sleep and the 4th trimester Ft Georgina WindebankIn this episode, I have the absolute pleasure of being joined by Georgina Windebank from The Holistic Sleep Project.
If you are a mama of young children, perhaps effected by their (or your) lack of sleep or experiencing post natal anxiety, grab a cuppa and your earbuds and take a listen to this episode.
Georgina Windebank is a Holistic Sleep Consultant and Qualified Naturopath she is also a mother to a little 4.5 year old boy.
She is the owner of The Holistic Sleep Project and the online membership The Sleep Collective.
Ge...
2022-03-151h 11
Medicine MotherEpisode 65 - Infant sleep support with Holistic Sleep Consultant Georgina WindebankSleep is one of the hottest topics as a new parent, and something that we all need, parents, carers and babies alike. In today's episode I speak with Holistic Sleep Consultant Georgina Windebank to help answer some of the most important questions when it comes to infant sleep. A terrible sleeper herself and with no support from family in a day to day capacity while navigating the challenges of having a newborn, it was essential to encourage her baby to sleep well. She adopted a proactive approach to ensure her baby could settle independently, prioritising baby s...
2021-10-0457 min
The Time Creator Podcast038 Holistic Sleep Strategies for You and Your FamilyToday I’m chatting with holistic sleep consultant Georgina Windebank about all things sleep!
Sleep is my absolute favourite part of the day and I’m super passionate about getting good quality sleep as part of our self care routines. In this episode Georgina unpacks how getting good quality sleep for the whole family can positively impact our lives.
Georgina’s background is in naturopathy where she spent six years working in a corporate naturopathic sales rep role. She has had soooo much experience in this area and through this, was lead specifically to the journe...
2021-05-0433 min
Naturomama PodcastEpisode 15: Gentle and Holistic Sleep Solutions for Toddlers with Georgina WindebankOn the next episode........
Georgina Windebank is a naturopath passionate about sleep and after becoming a Mum herself, she works with families to help babies and toddlers get the sleep they need using gentle and holistic methods. We talk about pro-sleep foods and anti-sleep foods, factors that can disrupt sleep, the role nutrition plays and much more!
Lie down, close those sleep deprived eyes (but dont fall asleep!!) and join our chat.
You can find Georgina on:
Instagram: @theholisticsleepproject
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Holistic-Sleep-Project/
Web: https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/
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2019-12-0432 min