Snooze Worthy

About Snooze Worthy

Welcome to Snooze Worthy, your window into the world of pediatric sleep, where we explore the science behind sweet dreams, effective sleep teaching techniques, and all the intriguing nuances of your child's slumber. Join Lindsey Burchfield and Paige LeGault, Partners at Parenting Practice of Colorado, as they guide you through the labyrinth of parenting, offering insights, strategies, and science-backed advice to make parenting during those early childhood years not just manageable, but truly memorable.

Publisher

Parenting Practice of Colorado

Category

kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Jun 2024

Latest episode

13 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

49 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Episode 49: Science of Sleep Simplified - Newborn Edition

   Newborn sleep can feel completely unpredictable but there’s actually a lot of science behind the chaos. In this episode of Snooze Worthy, Lindsey and Paige kick off their Science of Sleep Simplified: Newborn Edition series by breaking down what is really happening with sleep during those first few months of life. Why does your newborn suddenly come alive at night? Why are they grunting, squeaking, and moving around while they sleep? How long should they actually be awake between naps? And why does trying to put a newborn on a rigid schedule often make things harder instead of easier? Lindsey and Paige unpack how a newborn’s circadian rhythm develops, what active sleep actually looks like, and how sleep pressure builds throughout a wake window. They also share their simple “Coke + Mentos” analogy for understanding overtiredness and explain how using 12 hours of day and 12 hours of night can gently help babies begin establishing their internal clock. They also talk about what’s completely normal in newborn sleep, from short naps and frequent night wakings to needing to be rocked, fed, or held to sleep, as well as the signs that warrant a conversation with your pediatrician. Plus, Lindsey and Paige review the foundations of safe newborn sleep and explain why, during the fourth trimester, the goal isn’t to force a perfect schedule. It’s to understand your baby’s biology and gradually build the foundation for healthy sleep. If you’re in the newborn haze wondering, Is this normal? Am I doing something wrong? Why won’t my baby sleep when I think they should?, this episode will help make those early weeks feel a whole lot less mysterious.

2. 

   29 Sept 2026

   Episode 48: Get To Know - Jaimie Mattoon, Sleep Specialist

   In this episode of Snooze Worthy, Lindsey and Paige sit down with Jaimie Mattoon, the newest Sleep Specialist with Parenting Practice of Colorado, to share more about her background, her journey to joining the team, and the heart behind how she supports families. Jaimie is a mom of three with a professional background in education, coaching, and operations. That combination of real-life parenting experience and a passion for helping others gives her a practical and compassionate approach to sleep—one that recognizes that every child and every family is different. Together, they talk about Jaimie’s own experiences with sleep as a parent, what drew her to pediatric sleep, and why she believes children can develop healthy, independent sleep skills without sacrificing the strong connection they share with their parents. They also discuss why sleep support doesn’t have to feel rigid or overwhelming and how simple, personalized strategies can help families feel more confident about the changes they’re making. Jaimie works with families with children from birth through age 12, supporting everything from newborn sleep and naps to night wakings, bedtime battles, early mornings, and independent sleep skills. This conversation is a chance to get to know Jaimie, hear more about her approach, and learn why she’s so excited to support families as part of the Parenting Practice team. 🎧 Tune in to meet Jaimie and hear how practical, personalized sleep support can help create better sleep and more peaceful days and nights for the whole family. Jaimie’s Contact Information Email: jaimie@parentingpracticeco.com

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   2 Jun 2026

   Episode 47: Screens, Sleep, and Childhood: Building Healthy Digital Habits Before the Teenage Years with Jessica Speer

   In this episode of Snooze Worthy, Lindsey Burchfield welcomes author, researcher, and digital wellness advocate Jessica Speer for an important conversation about raising children in today's screen-filled world. Jessica shares insights from her work with families and her book, The Phone Book, helping parents understand how technology impacts children's sleep, emotional regulation, physical activity, friendships, and overall development. Together, Lindsey and Jessica discuss practical ways to establish healthy digital habits in children ages 5–10, including creating family media plans, setting boundaries around devices, protecting sleep, and navigating gaming and online safety. The conversation emphasizes that technology itself is not the enemy. Instead, families can approach screens with intention, balance, and ongoing conversations that help children develop healthy relationships with digital devices. From bedtime routines to family values, Jessica offers realistic strategies parents can begin implementing today to support both healthy sleep and healthy technology use. If you've ever wondered how much screen time is too much, how to handle pushback when setting limits, or how to prepare your child for a digital world, this episode is packed with practical guidance and encouragement. Jessica Speer is an author and educator who focuses on helping children and families navigate social-emotional development and digital wellness. She is currently completing a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling and works directly with children and families. Her book, The Phone Book, helps elementary-aged children understand technology, online safety, and healthy digital habits in an age-appropriate way. Healthy digital habits start with clear family expectations and conversations. Screen time should never replace sleep, exercise, play, or family connection. Children benefit from helping create family technology rules and routines. Devices can interfere with emotional regulation when used as a primary calming tool. Screen-free bedtime routines support better sleep quality and circadian rhythms. Parents can reset unhealthy technology habits at any time through calm, collaborative conversations. Modeling healthy device use is one of the most effective ways to teach children digital responsibility. Keeping devices out of bedrooms helps protect sleep and reduce overnight screen use. Online gaming and connected platforms require ongoing discussions about safety and boundaries. The goal is not to eliminate technology but to teach children how to use it wisely. Protecting sleep remains one of the most important things parents can do for their child's mental, emotional, and physical health. Learn more about Jessica, her books, and her free family resources at her website: JessicaSpeer.com. Lindsey and Jessica discuss several practical tools that families can use to start building healthier digital habits right away.

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