We’ve been told that “healthy sleep” means 12 hours uninterrupted, in a crib, with no help, by 6 months old. But…who decided that was the goal?

In this episode, we’re breaking down what actual healthy sleep looks like — and why sleep trainers often get it so wrong. From unrealistic expectations to myths about independence, we unpack the pressure parents feel and why it’s totally okay (and developmentally normal) for your baby to need you at night.

We’ll share what healthy sleep really means from a connection-based lens: safety, responsiveness, and rhythms that support the unique needs of your baby — and you.

Whether you’re co-sleeping, contact napping, nursing to sleep, or just feeling unsure if you’re “doing it right” — this episode is for you!

Let’s take the pressure off and redefine what healthy baby sleep really looks like.

Mentioned in this episode: ACOTAR Books

Alicia & Aleni are both Moms and certified infant and toddler sleep specialists who don't use traditional sleep training methods to support the families that they work with.

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