Welcome to Better Sleep For Babies, the podcast for tired parents and caregivers ready for better sleep!
Struggling with sleepless nights? This show offers gentle sleep training tips and practical solutions for babies, toddlers, and young children to get better more quality sleep. Empowering and actionable, each episode helps you build healthy sleep habits so your whole family can thrive.
Join me, Natalie, for step-by-step guidance, encouragement, and a community that supports you every step of the way. Ready for better sleep? Visit slumberpsc.com to learn more!
29. Why Are Baby Naps So Hard? Nap Training Help for Babies & Toddlers
Why does night sleep often come together, but naps still feel so hard? In this episode, I explain why this is completely normal — and why nothing is “wrong” with your child.
I break down the simple science behind naps and why daytime sleep develops more slowly than nighttime sleep. I also walk you through a clear, gentle nap plan you can follow with confidence, including:
The importance of full, active wake windows
Creating a predictable nap routine
What to do if a nap doesn’t happen
When and how to use a rescue nap
This episode is meant to reassure you, simplify naps, and remind you that progress with daytime sleep takes time and consistency.
You are not failing — naps are just hard, and you’re doing a great job!Want Personalized Help?
If you want one-on-one sleep coaching and support, you can learn more at:
👉 www.slumberpsc.com
26 Jan 2026
28. My Toddler Cries Every Bedtime—What Am I Doing Wrong?
In this episode, I answer a bedtime question from a mom of a 17-month-old who is struggling with toddler bedtime battles. We talk through what a healthy wind-down routine really looks like, why bedtime resistance is so common at this age, and how to support your toddler through sleep with confidence and consistency.
I break down what this mom is already doing right, common sleep disruptors like screen time and an overstimulating sleep environment, and why full wake windows and daytime activity matter so much for toddler sleep. I also explain what’s developmentally normal at 17 months and how loving limits and boundaries can actually help your child feel safe at bedtime.
In this episode, you’ll learn about:
Toddler sleep routines and bedtime routines for 17-month-olds
Why toddlers cry, stand, and protest at bedtime
How screen time and blue light affect melatonin and sleep
Creating the ideal sleep environment for toddlers
Wake windows, sleep pressure, and independent sleep
If bedtime feels like the hardest part of your day, I want you to know that better sleep is possible—and you’re not failing. If you’d like personalized support, you can schedule an Ask Me Anything call or join my Slumber Monthly Subscription for ongoing sleep guidance.
Reach out to natalie@slumberpsc.com or visit my website at www.slumberpsc.com
19 Jan 2026
27. Sleep Training During Life's Chaos: When To Start & When To Hit Pause
Sleep training doesn’t happen in a perfect bubble — and sometimes life is simply too chaotic to expect consistency. In this episode, I talk about why it’s okay to pause sleep training during busy or stressful seasons like travel, visitors, work pressure, or family health challenges.
Consistency is key for success, and when your season doesn’t allow for that, pressing pause is not failure — it’s a thoughtful, compassionate choice.
I also share simple ways to support healthy sleep habits even when life feels overwhelming, including consistent wake times, age-appropriate wake windows, predictable routines, limiting screen time, and knowing when to pause before intervening. These small habits help protect your child’s sleep foundation so you can confidently restart sleep training when the timing is right.
Ready for support when life settles down?
Visit slumberpsc.com or email me at natalie@slumberpsc.com for gentle, personalized sleep coaching that meets you where you are.
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