Bed sharing works for a lot of families… until it doesn’t.

In this episode, we’re talking about how to transition away from bed sharing gently and responsively, without rushing your child or forcing independence before they’re ready. 

We dive into why separation can feel so big for babies and toddlers, how attachment actually develops in the first year of life, and why there is no such thing as a baby or toddler who is “too attached.” We also talk about what changes after 12 months and why that stage often opens up more options for easing into separation.

You’ll learn how to:

• Set up a sleep space your child actually feels safe in
  

• Bridge separation using attachment-based strategies
  

• Decide what your initial transition goal should be (without doing everything at once)
  

• Navigate this change in a way that honors both your child’s needs and your own

  
  

We also get a cameo appearance from Aleni’s partner Dave to give us a Dad perspective.  

This conversation isn’t about perfect plans or rigid consistency. It’s about trust, responsiveness, and making changes in a way that feels supportive for your family.

If bed sharing has stopped working but sleep training doesn’t feel right, this episode is for you. 💛

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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**The information shared is not medical advice & is for entertainment purposes only