The Holistic Baby and Toddler Sleep Podcast

Is your little one’s catnapping making you feel confused, anxious and frustrated? This is so common and understandable. After all, you have things to do! You need some downtime! 

There are many reasons for catnapping and usually more than 1 is causing your little one to do short naps. 

The Episode will cover what is considered “normal” when it comes to catnapping and when we can deem short naps as being problematic for you and your child. 

It will also break down 5 of the key areas that can cause catnapping for babies and toddlers. 

And Episode 15 will also give you 2 ways you can reach out for further support if you are finding you aren't making progress on your own! 

Buckle in as we deep dive into the tricky sleep challenge of catnapping! 

 
-If you found value or learnt something in this podcast Episode please Buy me a Coffee! There is a lot of work and costs involved in producing this  Podcast!  https://buymeacoffee.com/theholisticsleepproject


Your Links:

-Still confused? Book a 30 minute Complimentary DISCOVERY CALL to chat about YOUR sleep issues and how we can get you and your little one more sleep! https://calendly.com/gwindebank/30-minute-discovery-call

-Sleep Transformation Package is the ultimate and most popular package which will resolve ALL your sleep challenge, as I take all the guess wokr out of sleep for you and guide you to better sleep every step of the way!  https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/offers/TnAeHob2/checkout
 

-Check out The Sleep Collective Membership if you want more sleep and to be part of an epic community that has been established for 3 years and still thriving! https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/the-sleep-collective

-Check out the different range of downloads and masterclasses for common sleep challenges such as Toddler sleep issues, catnapping, resistance to bedtime and travel here https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/sleepmasterclasses

-Head over to Instagram for more sleep and nutritional tips and say hello! https://www.instagram.com/theholisticsleepproject.com 

Kelly is a Qualified Naturopath from the south coast of NSW. She has a passion for treating infants through to teens and focuses all her further education around children’s health. Having previously worked as a nanny for 15years before becoming a Naturopath, Kelly saw the impact of what stress, poor diet, poor sleep, poor immunity can have on a child’s wellbeing and has devoted her practice to providing the best possible care for her clients.

During our conversation Kelly discussed common conditions she sees in her paediatric clients such as immune related conditions, allergies, poor gut health, teething, starting solids, poor immunity, acute colds/flu, gastrointestinal conditions and Covid. We talked about what you need in your toolkit as a parent to support your child through illness, how she treats illnesses in babies and toddlers and the kind of testing that is effective for health conditions in children. 

Listen to this very comprehensive and informative chat about children’s health and how Naturopathic solutions can help your family. 

 
Your links: 

Check out Kelly at https:// www.instagram.com/thenaturopathicbabyclinic

Website: thenatbabyclinic.com.au 

-Also check out my Instagram for heaps of nutrition and immune related tips that will support your child’s sleep at https//.www.instagram.com/theholisticsleepproject

-Or book an Acute Immune Boosting Consultation with Georgina to get you on your way to better immunity for your child! https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/offers/5ofPx9fZ/checkout

-Head to https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/the-sleep-collective to learn more about the incredible membership -The Sleep Collective 

 -Check out the different range of downloads and masterclasses for common sleep challenges such as Toddler sleep issues, catnapping, resistance to bedtime and travel here https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/sleepmasterclasses

Sleep Consultants are many and varied in their approach. This podcast episode will break down some key areas to consider when choosing someone to work with. 

Areas like Ethics, Flexibility, Experience and Package selection are just some of the elements to investigate when selecting a SC to help you with your sleep goals. 

I talk about where I sit in terms of these categories in my work, how I see my role as a Sleep Consultant as I coach families into a place of more awareness, education and of course more sleep! 

During the episode, I give you some specific questions to ask the potential sleep consultant so you know you are on the same page with the goals you want to achieve for your baby or toddler’s sleep. 

If you are thinking of getting sleep support this is an absolute must to listen to as you choose the right professional for your family!

Your links:

-Book your COMPLIMENTARY 30 min Discovery Call to chat about how you can get more sleep for your family today https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/contacthttps://calendly.com/gwindebank/30-minute-discovery-call?month=2024-02

-Check out our unique, customised and successful Sleep Support Packages offered at https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/sleep-solutions

-Check us out on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/theholisticsleepproject

-You can grab your FREE Early Rising Download at https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/early-rising-guide

-Or if you are experiencing Catnapping with your child head to   https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/conquering-catnapping-guide for the FREE download

·         Trigger warning. Themes of baby loss including miscarriage, medical termination, stillbirth, grief and loss are discussed in length in this episode. 

·         Language warning .

Annabel Bower is a mother of 5 children a Food stylist with her own business and most recently an Author. 

Her book Miles Apart was written after Annabel’s 4th child Miles was stillborn. Having faced the isolation and heartache baby loss brings she was determined to support others, open up conversations and remove the stigma surrounding baby loss and infertility. Miles Apart is a heartfelt survival guide for anyone who has lost a baby at any stage of pregnancy or infancy.  

Released in 2020 the book tells Annabel’s story alongside those of other mothers who have endured embryo loss, miscarriage, and the loss of a baby in infancy. Common themes of grief are explored with practical and emotional support for those navigating similar heartache. The book is a heartfelt survival guide and many readers have commented that it feels like support from a close friend.    

On this podcast episode we discuss Annabel’s story of Miles’s devastating diagnosis and birth, the stigma and secrecy of medical termination loss, the traumatic grief that is all consuming when a baby is lost in any way. We talk about society’s stigma, shame and potential hierarchy, judgement and comparison between miscarriages, TFMR and Stillborn losses. We discuss Annabel’s motivation and goals for the accessibility of her book as well as improvements that can be made within the medical system to soften the journey for families who are birthing and experiencing birth in the same space as mothers who do get to take home their babies. 

 The Miles Apart Foundation distributes donated copies of Miles Apart Australia wide and is dedicated to raising awareness of the ongoing emotional impact of baby loss. You can donate a copy and purchase copies of the book through Annabel’s webpage. It is also distributed by Gidget Foundation, the leading mental health support service for perinatal health in Australia. 

Listen to this emotion episode and learn about another crucial part of motherhood which is so often filled with silence, shame and judgment. Annabel is paving the way in this space as she so openly shares her journey of loss and grief with such grace and resilience.

·         Trigger warning. Themes of baby loss including miscarriage, medical termination, stillbirth, grief and loss are discussed in length in this episode. 

·         Language warning.

Your Links

www.instagram.com/milesapart 

Miles Apart website www.milesapart.online 

Gidget Foundation www.instagram.com/gidgetfoundation 

-Read the article she wrote for Mamamia on losing 3 pregnancies and the shame and secrecy that surrounded these experiences and how these devestating losses shape her parenting experience here  https://www.mamamia.com.au/coping-with-having-only-one-child/

-Learn more about what it is like to raise one child when it is not by choice and the positives and the negatives as a parent of 1 child in the article Georgina got published in Kidspot https://www.kidspot.com.au/baby/do-you-only-have-the-one-the-question-strangers-ask-when-ive-lost-three/news-story/c016fc827b2666177741a

The 3-2 nap transition can be fraught with overtiredness, confusion and often transitioning our babies before our little one’s are ready. Often parents jump the gun as like any stage in early development of our children we are excited to take the next step. But there can be pitfalls parents experience if they transition to 2 naps to early!

This episode, will highlight the key indicators as to when your child will be truly ready to drop this nap as well as 8 key tips to ensure a smooth 3-2 nap transition and minimise distress and overtiredness. Also, you will learn some of the tricky aspects you're baby is likely to experience during this nap transition process. 

If you complete this transition using strategy and patience you will have a smooth experience! Best of luck! 

 
-If you found value or learnt something in this podcast Episode please Buy me a Coffee! There is a lot of work and costs involved in producing this  Podcast!  https://buymeacoffee.com/theholisticsleepproject

Your links:

-Are we friends yet? Come over to our Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/theholisticsleepproject

-You can grab your FREE Early Rising Guide at https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/early-rising-guide
 
-Or if you are experiencing Catnapping with your child head to the FREE download  https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/sleep-solutions

-Book your FREE 30 minute complimentary discovery call o get started on your way to more sleep at https://calendly.com/gwindebank/30-minute-discovery-call

-Check out the 1:! Sleep Support Packages we offer  https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/sleep-solutions

Dr Kathryn Johns, Pelvic Floor Osteopath gives us an incredibly informative and honest interview about pelvic floor conditions that are present both before and after birth. We learn how a pelvic floor Osteopath can help us with these conditions and how birth trauma, past injuries and our anatomy all contribute to pelvic floor health. 

We delve into the philosophy of this specialisation and how the model is truly holistic and why health conditions are so important to approach in this way. We discuss her journey to becoming a specialist in this unique field, the life changing work she is doing in this field and how she balances all the elements in her busy lifestyle. This is an eye opening and informative discussion that every woman and mother needs to listen to so they can understand more about their bodies so we can look after ourselves from all of these perspectives. A truly honest and incredible chat that will change the way you think about your body and what you thought you knew about it! 

*Warning sensitive topics discussed including birth trauma 
 
Your Links:

-Find out more about Dr Kathryn Johns-Pelvic Floor Osteopath at https://www.instagram.com/thepelvichealth_osteo

-Get cost effective sleep support by joining The Sleep Collective Membership at https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/the-sleep-collective

-Book your Complimentary 30 min discovery call to get started on your way to more sleep at https://calendly.com/gwindebank/30-minute-discovery-call?month=2024-02

-Grab the Ultimate Sleep and Feeding Guide to support you from Birth to 3 years old as you ensure you child is on the optimal feeding and sleep routine to ensure optimal development along the way! https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/offers/CszVZozT/checkout

How can the timing and content of your child’s milk feeds and solids can help them sleep better? 

For babies and toddlers, the relationship between milk feeds or solids and sleep is underestimated and misunderstood. Feeding and sleep work synergistically, aka together and each can be optimised by the other. 

The podcast breaks down why they have this relationship, practical tips about where solids and milk feeds should be placed in relation to sleep and common mistakes you may be making. The episode discusses optimal timing of meals and feeds helps other physiology functions. 

And it will give you guidelines to what to include and exclude in your child’s diet and why.

 
-If you found value or learnt something in this podcast Episode please Buy me a Coffee! There is a lot of work and costs involved in producing this  Podcast!  https://buymeacoffee.com/theholisticsleepproject


Your links:

-Yearning for more self care time? Grab this FREE guide to get you started https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/sleepmasterclasses  


-Check out and join The Sleep Collective Membership for comprehensive sleep support within a group setting and a whole group of families who are just like you! https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/the-sleep-collective

-Check me out on Instagram for heaps more sleep and nutrition support  https://www.instagram.com/theholisticsleepproject
 
- Book your Complimentary 30 min Discovery call to get started on your way to more sleep at https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/contact

Starting childcare, family care or any type of care arrangement is daunting for you and your little one. Parents worry about many aspects of starting childcare and how they will sleep is probably the greatest concern we all have! This podcast ep is practical with a capital P as it takes you through the changes you may experience in terms of your child’s day and night sleep during this time, as well as common mistakes families make when faced with this transition. 

And we deep dive into 5 key elements you can implement so your child’s sleep either stays on track or how to improve it before they head off for their first day. 

Plus, I will walk you through the other significant element to this change-how you can best prepare your child emotionally for a smooth transition as they leave you for the first time. 

If you are starting childcare tomorrow, next week or in the future, listen to this ep so you feel fully prepared as your child embarks on this significant milestone.

 -If you found value or learnt something in this podcast Episode please Buy me a Coffee! There is a lot of work and costs involved in producing this  Podcast!  https://buymeacoffee.com/theholisticsleepproject


Your links:

Check out our series of on demand Masterclasses and Downloads to solve your sleep issue! https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/sleepmasterclasses

You can grab your FREE Early Rising Guide
 at https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/early-rising-guide

Book your Complimentary 30 min Discovery Call to get started on your way to more sleep at https://calendly.com/gwindebank/30-minute-discovery-call

-Want to be part of a supportive and informative group as a parent of young children needing sleep? Join our new FREE Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1531715154437920

If you want to stay on track with your little one’s sleep during this holiday period (or any holiday period!) and have as much relaxation as POSSIBLE during these times..this is a must listen bonus ep! 

In this episode, I break down my Top 5 Tips to keep on track while still letting down your hair and having fun with family and friends. If we don’t prioritise our baby’s sleep we will be dealing with an overtired child which makes Christmas and holiday period even less enjoyable and very stressful! 

Let me help you stay on track and have a fantastic Christmas and Holiday period. 

Please subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss an episode and I will see you soon for more sleep and nutritional support for you and your family.

-If you found value or learnt something in this podcast Episode please Buy me a Coffee! There is a lot of work and costs involved in producing this  Podcast!  https://buymeacoffee.com/theholisticsleepproject


Your Links: 

-Grab the jam packed Travel and Sleep Masterclass to ensure you have an awesome holiday while STILL getting plenty of sleep!  https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/offers/DSL9uYZF/checkout

-Grab the FREE Catnapping Guide at https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/conquering-catnapping-guide

-Check out the Sleep Support Packages offered at for your 1:1 complete sleep transformation  https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/sleep-solutions

-Still confused about which sleep support option is for your family ? Book your Complimentary 30 min Discovery Call at https://calendly.com/gwindebank/30-minute-discovery-call

Night waking is one of the most challenging aspects to being a parent of young children. When it is excessive or repeatedly occurring over a long period of time, it might be time to make a change. In this episode we discuss what is age appropriate when it comes to the amount of night wakes you may be experiencing with your baby or toddler?

What are the causes of your child’s night waking?
The episode deep dives into 8 core reasons that babies and toddlers night wake, how they are related to each other and the next step to solving or reducing the night wakes that you are currently experiencing!

If you are exhausted and confused about your child’s night wakings, this one is for YOU!

 -If you found value or learnt something in this podcast Episode please Buy me a Coffee! There is a lot of work and costs involved in producing this  Podcast!  https://buymeacoffee.com/theholisticsleepproject


Your links:

-Check out the series of Masterclasses on demand including the Masterclass  
Resolving Nightwaking https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/sleepmasterclasses

-Still struggling with night wakes? Book a Complimentary 30 min Discovery Call so we can chat about the best way to resolve this common sleep issue
https://calendly.com/gwindebank/30-minute-discovery-call

-Check out the incredible membership-The Sleep Collective Membership  full of sleep solutions and community of families just like yours at
https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/the-sleep-collective

-Experiencing Early Rising? Grab the FREE Guide and put an end to early morning wakes now!
https://www.theholisticsleepproject.com/early-rising-guide