Weaning is a very personal choice with many factors to consider. Join me as I discuss when it's appropriate to think about weaning, the pros and cons, and exactly how to start the process. I also go over 2 important steps that come before you even begin reducing feedings.

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Pacifiers - can’t live with them, can’t live without them! On this episode we cover the best time to introduce a pacifier and the best time to wean. I get to the truth about pacifiers and breastfeeding and also talk about some of the interesting benefits pacifiers have.

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Bedtime can mean stress for the entire family. There are so many little choices throughout the day that go into creating a calm transition to bed for your child. On this episode I talk about all the ways we can set ourselves and our child up for bedtime success. I show you how to think about sleep holistically and take the entire day into consideration.

Sleep Averages by Age Chart Mentioned: http://www.mybabysleepguide.com/2013/02/average-sleep-charts-by-age.html

On this episode, I'm so excited to be joined by Rene Thomsen LPC of Parenting.littles on Instagram. Rene is a therapist who specializes in helping families to build connection and attachment. She's also a mom! Rene explains why having a connected relationship with your child is so important, and how it can be beneficial for your child's development. We also talked about easy ways to work more connection into your day. 

Follow Rene:

www.renethomsen.com

www.attachmentandtraumatherapy.com

@parenting.littles on Instagram

There are so many misconceptions about how our children "should be" sleeping. In this episode I discuss some of the most common ways I see parent's expectations clashing with what is developmentally appropriate. I will help you understand what is realistic, and also how to decide what feels right for you and your family. 

Sleep regression - the words every parent dreads. But when we look at  what’s behind these periods in our child’s lives carefully, we can see them as periods of rapid change and development. On this episode, I look at some of the most common periods of sleep difficulties, and discuss what’s behind them and what we can do to help our child through while staying sane!

Quiz mentioned in this episode: 

https://www.babysleepsite.com/sleep-regression-2/sleep-regression-or-something-else/

The phrase “sleep training” can be controversial. It seems like everyone has an opinion on how you should get your child to sleep more. On this episode I’ll explain what sleep training really is, and why it causes such heated debates. If you are wondering how to decide what is right for your family, this episode may be helpful to you! 

Teething gets blamed quite often for causing sleep disruptions. But is it really the cause of your child’s sleep problems? On this episode I help you to discern what might be teething and what may not be. 

Early morning waking can be a tricky problem to tackle. Often times your child may be waking due to a combination of factors. The good news is, it is a very fixable sleep challenge. With some patience and consistency, you can get your little one’s sleep back on track! 

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We are exploring the ups and downs of toddler sleep and getting to the bottom of why toddlers have so much trouble sleeping! I discuss how to tackle the challenges I see the most with clients at this age including bedtime battles, nap refusal, and climbing out of the crib. 

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