Restful Parenting - All Things Sleep and Parenting

Restful Parenting - All Things Sleep and Parenting

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  • E.96 Thunderstorms and conquering fears of storms
    Tis the season for thunderstorms! I love watching them but our children don't always appreciate a good storm. 
    In this episode, we talk all about how to help your child through their fear of thunderstorms so that we can take some of that anxiety away from them when the clouds get dark.   
    Need extra guidance and support on anything sleep or parenting? Pam and I are here to help you with our one on one support.  
    Book a FREE 15 minute call with us today! https://restfulparenting.as.me/ 
    **Our Sleep and Parenting Programs may be covered under benefits for Social Worker** Ask us more! [email protected]
    Join us in our Facebook community  Restful Parenting's all Things Sleep and Parenting | Facebook
    20 min
  • E. 95 The Importance of Unsupervised Outdoor Play with Allana Robinson

    Join Restful Parenting this week for a very special episode with Parenting Coach Allana Robinson where we discuss the The Role Of Outdoor Play In Development And Why It Needs To Be Without Parents. With the weather warming up and summer being as beautiful as ever, this is a perfect time for parents to learn straight from a parenting expert about unsupervised outdoor play, why it is important and how you can incorporate this into your lives to improve your child's play! 


    About Allana:

    Allana Robinson is Parenting Coach and CEO of Uncommon Sense Parenting, as well as a Registered Early Childhood Educator, Mom of two, and military wife.  Allana supports parents of toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners in understanding WHY their children are misbehaving and how to fix it without yelling, shaming, or time-outs. Her mission is to empower parents as the expert on their own child and create an inclusive world full of calm, competent, confident kids.


    If you would like to reach out to Allana (which we highly suggest you do!) Here is her information: 

    FB: facebook.com/groups/parentingposse

    Insta: Instagram.com/parentingposse
    Web: allanarobinson.com
    Free class: allanarobinson.com/freeclass

    37 min
  • E.94 The Most Exciting Announcement EVER!!

    Join Elisa and Pam as they introduce a special guest and announce their biggest, most exciting news ever! 


    Keep scrolling if you can't wait to listen and needs details now:) 




    Restful Parenting has PARTNERED with Jennifer Taun MSW RSW of North Bay Counseling Services and we are beyond excited to announce that we are bringing our holistic approach to even more families to help with all things sleep and parenting!

    This partnership means:

    • Sleep, Parenting or Sleep and Parenting Packages with support of 2 weeks, 3 or 6 months!
    • In home (Ottawa and North Bay) and virtual support across Ontario
    • Extra support if needed with Jennifer Taun MSW RSW and associates
    • Team approach and shared knowledge to be able to offer the best fit for your family
    • Packages now may be covered under work insurance - in Ontario under Social Worker
    • This is huge and being able to help so many more families is thrilling! 

      Questions? Send us an email, we love chatting - [email protected] 

      More information about our special packages and programs here:

      https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WVJIwhsXNA622ImHNKc8NHLvW8X_MoeNBSWLzVFNREQ/edit?usp=sharing

      No better time than now to start on your journey of healthy sleep and confident parenting!


      Ready to book your FREE 15 minute phone call? Click here to find a day and time that works for you:) 


      Until next time, 

      Pam and Elisa 

      10 min
    • E.93 Unswaddling-When and How?

      Last episode, we spoke all about swaddling. How to, as well as our favourite products. This week, we are chatting about unswaddling! Pam and Elisa discuss when to stop swaddling as well as how you can go about helping your little one through this big transition. 

      Join us in our FB group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/allthingssleepandparenting

      Connect with Elisa and Pam - [email protected]

      Book your free 15 minute consultation here: https://restfulparenting.as.me/

      The links below are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. All opinions remain our own.

      Zen One Classic: https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1496145&u=3150751&m=71051&urllink=&afftrack=

      Zen Sleep sack: https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1828678&u=3150751&m=71051&urllink=&afftrack=


      Helpful Podcast Episodes: 

      Sleep Coaching Methods: https://anchor.fm/restfulparenting/episodes/E-86-Sleep-Coaching-Methods-Explained-e1dnq6p

      Development and Sleep: https://anchor.fm/restfulparenting/episodes/E23--Does-development-affect-sleep---rolling--crawling--standing-e8vqk9

      Short Naps: https://anchor.fm/restfulparenting/episodes/E4--Short-Naps---Why-and-how-to-fix-them-e4e7br


      Thanks for taking the time to hang out with us!

      Chat soon,

      Pam and Elisa


      15 min
    • E. 92 Swaddling-To Swaddle or not to Swaddle?

      When it comes to whether or not you should swaddle your baby, that is a personal choice that can be overwhelming to make with all of the information out there! 

      Pam and Elisa chat through some of their best tips and strategies on making swaddling an effective solution for some babies when it comes to sleep and fussiness. 


      Join us in our FB group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/allthingssleepandparenting


      Connect with Elisa and Pam - [email protected]

      Book your free 15 minute consultation here: https://restfulparenting.as.me/


      The links below are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. All opinions remain our own.


      Zen One Classic: https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1496145&u=3150751&m=71051&urllink=&afftrack=

      Zen Swaddle Classic: https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1319559&u=3150751&m=71051&urllink=&afftrack=


      Thanks for taking the time to hang out with us! 

      Chat soon,

      Pam and Elisa 

      13 min
    • E.91 Clinging when being put to bed-huge tip!

      Do you have a little one who holds on for dear life when you go to lower them into bed to go to sleep? Babies and toddlers tend to go through phases where they may have previously been going into bed just fine and now all of a sudden, they are clinging on when you lower them into bed. How can you handle this without creating new expectations for them? How can you ensure that this phase is short and not long lived? We go through a very important tip to help your little one come through this as quickly as possible in this podcast so you are going to want to have a listen! Even if you are not there yet, save this for when you get there so that you know what you can do to make sure it does not last longer than it needs to.


      Join us in the FB group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/allthingssleepandparenting 

      or book your FREE 15 minute phone call here https://restfulparenting.as.me/


      Some extra resources 


      Sleep Coaching methods explained: 

      https://anchor.fm/restfulparenting/episodes/E-86-Sleep-Coaching-Methods-Explained-e1dnq6p


      Feeding to Sleep episode: 

      https://anchor.fm/restfulparenting/episodes/E61--Feeding-to-Sleep--How-to-break-the-feed-to-sleep-association-erba9s


      Crying during the sleep routine:

      https://anchor.fm/restfulparenting/episodes/E47--Is-your-little-one-crying-during-their-sleep-routine-emt4qh


      As always, thanks for listening!

      Pam and Elisa 

      12 min
    • E.90 Separation Anxiety When a Parent Leaves

      Trying to leave the house when a little one is really upset or going through some separation anxiety can cause a lot of extra challenges for parents. Join Elisa and Pam as they chat through some strategies and tips for helping you and your little one adjust to being separated. 


      Come join us in the group! 

      https://www.facebook.com/groups/allthingssleepandparenting


      Want to chat? Book your FREE 15 minute call here: 

      https://restfulparenting.as.me/


      Previous podcasts you may find helpful:) 


      Separation Anxiety: 

      https://anchor.fm/restfulparenting/episodes/E24--Separation-Anxiety---strategies-to-help-your-family-e9101p


      Guide to Independent Play

      https://anchor.fm/restfulparenting/episodes/E40--Our-Guide-to-Independent-Play-for-all-Ages-efp977


      The Scoop on Crying

      https://anchor.fm/restfulparenting/episodes/E45--The-scoop-on-crying--Tips-for-dealing-with-your-childs-tears-ema2ij


      The Power of Connection and Behaviour

      https://anchor.fm/restfulparenting/episodes/E-77-How-Connection-can-Change-Behaviour-e15i

      26 min
    • E.89 Night Weaning- When and How?

      In this week's episode, Pam and Elisa talk all about night weaning and share some of the different ways of going about it when you are ready. 

      We cover topics such as: 

      • What age you can consider night weaning at
      • How many feeds your baby needs for each age
      • Some of the different ways of night weaning
      • Partial night weaning or full night weaning
      • Strategies and how to tackle it when you are ready
      • Dreamfeeds and whether this might be a good fit for your family

      • Night weaning is a big step in your sleep journey. You want to make sure that you are ready and equipped with as much knowledge as possible so that you can feel confident about what you are implementing! 

        Some of the other helpful episodes that we mentioned: 

        Breaking the Feed to Sleep Association: https://anchor.fm/restfulparenting/episodes/E61--Feeding-to-Sleep--How-to-break-the-feed-to-sleep-association-erba9s


        Sleep Coaching Methods: Listen to this episode to find out more about sleep coaching and whether it is a good fit for your family. We talk about some of the various methods out there as well as our own! There are different ways of tackling your sleep goals and it is very important to find something that is going to fit with your family as well as knowing that there is not a one size fits all approach to sleep. 

        Listen here: https://anchor.fm/restfulparenting/episodes/E-86-Sleep-Coaching-Methods-Explained-e1dnq6p


        Join us in our online community for more tips, discussions and Q&A's: (1) Restful Parenting's all Things Sleep and Parenting | Facebook


        For more personalized and tailored sleep support, reach out to us directly at [email protected] or visit the website to book a FREE 15 minute call! www.restfulparenting.com

        We wish you the best of luck, 

        Pam and Elisa

        30 min
      • E.88 Hitting and Understanding Toddler Behaviour

        In this episode, Pam and Elisa discuss the importance of investigating where a certain behaviour your toddler may be exhibiting is coming from and how determining the root cause can help you determine the best course of action to work through it. They use toddlers hitting as an example and give some strategies to start working on helping your toddler (and you) through the hitting phase.  


        In the Tools for Parenting Toddlers workshop coming up on March 19th 2022, they will be discussing hitting in more detail as well as:  In this class, they will cover what you need to help you parent your toddler confidentially with topics such as:  

        -Toddler emotions 

        -Toddler meltdowns and how to support them through while minimizing some of those tantrums.  

        -Setting age appropriate limits and boundaries  

        -Hitting, biting, not wanting to listen, throwing etc.   

        -Feeding Toddlers and encouraging healthy eating  

        -Toileting and more!   


        This workshop is 4 weeks on Saturdays starting March 19th at 10:30 am *Online option available Register Here:  https://tockify.com/rootedfamily/detail/16/1647700200000. 


        Be sue to join the facebook group for weekly live's, tips and a wonderfully supportive community of parents - 

        https://www.facebook.com/groups/allthingssleepandparenting


        Want to chat with us or better yet, work with us and get your sleep on track? Book your call here, we look forward to connecting!

        https://restfulparenting.as.me/


        Thanks for listening,

        Elisa and Pam

        18 min
      • E.87 Leaving the house with baby!

        Class right in the middle of nap time, family dinner planned for after little one's bed time, settling a fussy baby in public. These are just some of the topics Elisa and Pam chat about in this week's episode. They share strategies to help you manage the sleep schedule and lots of tips for getting out and feeling confident around others as a new parent. Have a listen, be sure to subscribe and come say hi in the group!


        Elisa and Pam - Restful Parenting 


        Extra Resources and how to reach out


        Helping babies adjust to life after Covid: https://anchor.fm/restfulparenting/episodes/E55--Helping-baby-adjust-to-life-after-Covid-epur88


        Be sure to check out Mommy Connections Ottawa here:https://mommyconnections.ca/ottawa/


        Join our Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/allthingssleepandparenting


        Book your FREE 15 minute consultation with Pam and Elisa: https://restfulparenting.as.me/


        www.restfulparenting.com for more about us and our program:) 


        19 min

      About Restful Parenting - All Things Sleep and Parenting

      From the publisher's feed

      Join Pam and Elisa to chat all things sleep, parenting, development and everything in between. Together we are Early Childhood Educators, Sleep Consultants, Parent Coaches, Post Natal Doula's and most importantly, Moms!