The Little Sleep Show

By Laura Meierkort

What's The Little Sleep Show about?

A podcast about helping your child sleep, and connecting to your child and yourself through all the ups and downs of parenting.

Hosted by Child Sleep Consultant Laura Meierkort of Nest Family Sleep Consulting

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The Little Sleep Show episodes:

07.22.2020
025: Night Weaning
Weaning is a very personal choice with many factors to consider. Join me as I discuss when it's appropriate to think about weaning, the pros and cons, and exactly how to start the process. I also go over 2 important...
07.14.2020
024: Pacifiers
Pacifiers - can’t live with them, can’t live without them! On this episode we cover the best time to introduce a pacifier and the best time to wean. I get to the truth about pacifiers and breastfeeding and also talk...
07.07.2020
023: Make Bedtime Easier
Bedtime can mean stress for the entire family. There are so many little choices throughout the day that go into creating a calm transition to bed for your child. On this episode I talk about all the ways we can set...
06.30.2020
022: The Importance of Connection
On this episode, I'm so excited to be joined by Rene Thomsen LPC of Parenting.littles on Instagram. Rene is a therapist who specializes in helping families to build connection and attachment. She's also a mom! Rene explains why having a...
06.23.2020
021: Unrealistic Expectations?!
There are so many misconceptions about how our children "should be" sleeping. In this episode I discuss some of the most common ways I see parent's expectations clashing with what is developmentally appropriate. I will help you understand what is...
06.16.2020
020: Sleep Regressions
Sleep regression - the words every parent dreads. But when we look at what’s behind these periods in our child’s lives carefully, we can see them as periods of rapid change and development. On this episode, I look at some...
06.02.2020
019: Sleep Training
The phrase “sleep training” can be controversial. It seems like everyone has an opinion on how you should get your child to sleep more. On this episode I’ll explain what sleep training really is, and why it causes such heated...
05.26.2020
018: Teething
Teething gets blamed quite often for causing sleep disruptions. But is it really the cause of your child’s sleep problems? On this episode I help you to discern what might be teething and what may not be.
05.19.2020
017: Early Morning Waking
Early morning waking can be a tricky problem to tackle. Often times your child may be waking due to a combination of factors. The good news is, it is a very fixable sleep challenge. With some patience and consistency, you...
05.12.2020
016: Toddler Sleep Challenges
We are exploring the ups and downs of toddler sleep and getting to the bottom of why toddlers have so much trouble sleeping! I discuss how to tackle the challenges I see the most with clients at this age including...
05.05.2020
015: Separation Anxiety
Separation anxiety can make things hard on everyone. What seems like a behavioral issue is actually a normal, healthy part of your child’s development, and a sign that they are attached to you. But what about a child that is anxious...
04.28.2020
014: Childhood Trauma
"Trauma is not what happens to you, trauma is what happens inside you as a result of what happens to you." -Gabor Mate Trauma experienced in childhood can take on many different forms. It can be divorce, loss, illness, physical or...
04.21.2020
013: How to Help Kids Sleep During Quarantine
If your family is struggling to keep it together with sleep, I discuss potential causes and solutions for quarantine related sleep challenges. We also cover behavioral changes in our kids, and how to help kids uncover why they feel strong...
04.07.2020
012: Nutrition and Sleep
When I look at the big picture of sleep, nutrition is one of the key areas I focus on. Did you know that there are many foods that affect our body chemistry and have either negative or positive effects on...
03.31.2020
011: Siblings and Sleep
Bringing a new baby home can be both exciting and stressful. This week I am giving you my best tips on how to help your older child through this big adjustment. Of course I am focusing on sleep, and the...
03.24.2020
010: Sleep for Parents
Giving time and attention to our own quality of sleep benefits the entire family. This week I address the very important topic of sleep for adults. There are so many factors that are within our control that can help us...
03.17.2020
009: Night Time Fears
This episode is about our kids’ fears at night. I discuss fears, nightmares and night terrors. We talk about how to investigate the sources of these fears, what is developmentally typical and best of all, many tools to help you...
03.10.2020
008: Mindfulness for Busy Parents
This week I wanted to cover the basics of what mindfulness means and how to incorporate it into family life. I talk about some possible benefits for both yourself and your kids. If mindfulness is something you have been curious...
03.03.2020
007: Newborn Sleep
This week I am helping you make sense of your new baby's sleep patterns. If you want to learn how to set your new family up for healthy sleep going forward, then this episode is for you! www.nestfamilysleep.com
02.25.2020
006: Naps
Our children need naps to get them through their days. When kids rest, everyone’s day is better! Today I help you understand what it takes for naps to happen. www.nestfamilysleep.com Follow me on Instagram! @nestfamilysleep or @littlesleepshow
02.18.2020
005: The Power of Play
Play holds a special power for children. This week I discuss why our children need different types of play, and why they need us to join in sometimes. Play is a way for children to process emotions, conquer fears, and...
02.11.2020
004: Co-sleeping
This week we are talking co-sleeping! If you’re worried that sharing a room or bed will “mess up” your child’s sleep, this episode is for you. I also cover what I consider the most important part of co-sleeping, which is...
02.04.2020
003: Solving Sleep Challenges Holistically
This week I share how I work with children’s sleep and why I choose to work holistically. I give you some ways to begin looking at the big picture of what factors could be affecting your child’s sleep. I also...
01.28.2020
002: Crying
This week's episode is all about why our children cry and what to do about it. Crying and sleep are so tied together I can't talk about one without the other! I give you some background on why crying can...
01.19.2020
001: Introductions
Hi there, and welcome to The Little Sleep Show! In this first episode I tell you about myself, my family, and why I'm so passionate about helping children sleep. I also discuss what to expect in the coming episodes, including...

What's The Little Sleep Show about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

The Little Sleep Show episodes:

025: Night Weaning

024: Pacifiers

023: Make Bedtime Easier

022: The Importance of Connection

021: Unrealistic Expectations?!

020: Sleep Regressions

019: Sleep Training

018: Teething

017: Early Morning Waking

016: Toddler Sleep Challenges

015: Separation Anxiety

014: Childhood Trauma

013: How to Help Kids Sleep During Quarantine

012: Nutrition and Sleep

011: Siblings and Sleep

010: Sleep for Parents

009: Night Time Fears

008: Mindfulness for Busy Parents

007: Newborn Sleep

006: Naps

005: The Power of Play

004: Co-sleeping

003: Solving Sleep Challenges Holistically

002: Crying

001: Introductions