Is your child calling you back in night after night (or worse—multiple times a night) just to be re-tucked? You're not alone—and you don’t have to stay stuck on the tuck-in merry-go-round. In this episode, Allison walks you through a simple, empowering strategy to help your child learn to pull their blanket back on independently—even as young as age two.

You’ll learn:

• Why your child may have developed the habit of calling you back in at bedtime (and how it becomes part of their routine).

• The key approach to help your child learn how to pull their blanket back on themselves.

• How to use calm encouragement to help your child gain independence at bedtime, even if they resist at first.

• How Allison used this method with her own child at age 2, and how quickly it worked to stop the bedtime interruptions.

If bedtime has become a nightly struggle, check out Allison’s Your Preschool Sleep Champion program—designed specifically for kids 2.5 to 6 who resist bedtime or wake during the night or too early. You’ll learn exactly how to reduce drama, build confidence, and get your evenings and nights back.

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Ever had a perfectly good nap day derailed by a five-minute car ride? You’re not alone.

In this short and actionable episode, Allison breaks down the real reason why even a micro-nap in the car can totally throw off your baby or toddler’s nap schedule. Whether it’s a one-minute snooze on the way home from daycare or a quick doze during errands, these tiny naps pack a surprisingly big punch.

You’ll learn:

• Why short car naps mess with your child’s natural sleep pressure

• What to do in the moment if your child dozes off in the car

• Tips for handling that tricky 5 p.m. post-daycare nap

• How to quickly get your baby’s sleep rhythm back on track

If car naps have been sabotaging your little one’s sleep, this episode will help you understand why—and what to do about it.

Mentioned in this episode: 👉 Need help stabilizing your baby’s naps? Book a free 15-minute Get Acquainted Call: www.sleepandwellnesscoach.com/packages

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Puberty doesn’t just bring growth spurts and mood swings—it also changes the way your child sleeps. In this episode, Allison breaks down what’s happening biologically when tweens start staying up later and struggling to get up in the morning. You’ll learn how to recognize the signs that your child’s internal clock is shifting and get practical tips to help them stay well-rested—even as their sleep needs evolve.

What You'll Learn:

• Why your tween is suddenly taking longer to fall asleep

• How puberty affects melatonin production and circadian rhythms

• Real signs your child’s sleep is shifting (and what’s still normal)

• What to try when your child is staying up too late and still has an early wake-up

• How Allison is navigating this season with her own kids (and what’s working!)

Mentioned in this episode:

• Calm app for bedtime meditations

• Peloton app for bedtime meditations and stretching

Know a parent with a tween or teen? Forward this episode their way—it might just save a few hours of sleep this week.

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We all want our kids to embrace bedtime and develop a positive relationship with sleep, but sometimes we miss key opportunities to reinforce this mindset. In today’s episode, Allison is sharing a simple, go-to response to your child’s “I’m tired” that can encourage a healthy sleep attitude.

Episode highlights:

• The golden moment when your child says, "I'm tired" at dinner and how to respond

• Why validating your child’s feelings of tiredness can be a game-changer

• How to reinforce the importance of listening to their body’s signals

• The power of using positive language around sleep

• What to do if your child truly needs sleep more than food

• Tips for shaping a positive sleep narrative that reduces bedtime resistance

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Teething and sleep is one of those parenting topics that sparks a lot of debate. In this episode, Allison is addressing a question she hears constantly: Should you wait to sleep train if you know or suspect that your baby is teething? Spoiler alert: No, you don’t need to wait! In fact, helping your baby learn to sleep well might actually help them manage teething discomfort better at night.

Listen in as Allison dives into the latest research published in The Journal of Pediatrics, which reveals that teething does not actually cause night wakings. She’ll share the findings from a brand-new study, which used advanced video monitoring to track the sleep patterns of babies on teething vs. non-teething nights. The results may surprise you!

If you’ve been waiting to sleep train because of teething, this episode will reassure you that it’s not only possible but beneficial to start sleep training now.

Allison and Sophie Kuzjak discuss the transition out of the swaddle in our Before We Dive In segment. Learn more about the Zipadee-Zip transition swaddle they mentioned. 

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If your child has figured out that potty breaks are a perfect excuse to delay bedtime, it can quickly turn into a frustrating routine. But don’t worry—Allison has some straightforward strategies to help you set boundaries and restore peace to bedtime.

It can be difficult to determine whether or not your child actually does need to use the restroom when they are asking multiple times each evening. Listen in for Allison’s tips for sorting through the stall tactics and setting your child up for sleep success without the multiple trips to the potty at bedtime. Plus, she’s sharing language you can use to set and keep a clear structure around your child’s bedtime routine. 

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If you have a toddler, you likely have some questions when it comes to their sleep. This age group can be tricky with their big emotions and all the sleep transitions they naturally go through. In this episode, Allison is answering the five questions she gets asked the most about toddlers. She’ll cover sleep regressions, the transition from crib to bed, toddler clocks, night lights, and how and when to introduce a pillow and blanket.

Products Allison mentions:

Toddler Pillow

Toddler Blanket

Hatch Sleep Light

Other resources you may find helpful:

Sleep Regression Workshop

Crib to Bed Transition Workshop

Episode 9. The Truth About Night Lights and Fear of the Dark

Episode 46. The Key to Success with a Toddler Clock

Episode 94. When To Introduce a Pillow and Blanket

Episode 95. Q&A - If my child naps well on a cot at daycare, are they ready for a big kid bed?

Episode 167. [ENCORE] 5 Myths About the Crib to Bed Transition

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Melatonin is often marketed as a natural and harmless sleep aid, but is it really safe for kids? In this episode of How Long ‘Til Bedtime? Allison is diving into why she doesn’t recommend melatonin for most children. We’ll explore the lack of long-term research, the potential impact on puberty, and why relying on melatonin might be masking deeper sleep issues.

You’ll learn: ✅ Whether or melatonin is well studied in children ✅ What emerging research says about its potential effects on puberty ✅ Why fixing underlying sleep habits is a better long-term solution

If you’ve ever considered giving your child melatonin or want to understand the risks, this episode is a must-listen!

Check out the Acquired podcast: Costco that Allison mentioned.

Learn more about the Sleep and Wellness Coach programs and services Allison mentioned:

Your Preschool Sleep Champion Program

1-on-1 Coaching Services

Free Guide: Help Your Child Thrive With Sleep: 3 to 10 Years Old

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Good news! The dreaded daylight saving spring time change is EASIER to navigate than the fall time change. Today, Allison is going to share how you can have your child adjusted to the new time in ONE DAY. And, she’s going to answer the common question about whether you can use this time change to switch to a later bedtime and later morning wake time. 

She’ll share why she doesn’t recommend the method of the gradual shift and walk you through a step-by-step plan for tweaking naps and bedtimes to make this transition as smooth as possible. Parents with newborns not on a schedule yet, she’s got simple guidance for you too.

Plus she’s created a Spring Time Change cheat sheet to help you make the switch with ease. Click here to request your copy!

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If you are considering hiring a sleep coach or consultant, listen in to hear Allison’s tips for choosing the ideal person to help your family. 

Allison mentioned Dr. Temple’s Instagram

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