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Welcome back to season 3 of the Rockabye Mama Baby and Toddler Sleep Podcast. In today's episode, we dive into the 3 factors that impact your child's sleep. Don't forget to follow me on Instagram! Sweet dreams, y'all!

In this episode, we’re not talking about child sleep much. Instead, we’re talking about some thing that’s been sitting on my mind and heart recently — your mental health.  I am not a medical mental health professional, and this podcast is not loaded with steps to decrease your anxiety or improve your mental health. Rather it’s a raw, unscripted talk about how I’ve struggled and a few things that have helped me. The most important thing I hope you take away from this episode is that it's okay to put your needs first sometimes. In fact, it's essential. If you're interested in any of the products or services I mentioned, you can find them here: Zenimals: A screen-free device to practice mindfulness and meditation. Use code ROCKABYEMAMA to save. Free guide to nightwakings Work 1:1 with me Find me on Instagram

What is the 4-month sleep regression and how is it different than any of the other regressions your child may face? In this episode, we're talking about it all. What is a regression What can you expect during a regression How the 4-month regression is different than the others If you're the kind of person who likes to know when the regressions may occur, this free regression survival guide is for you. And if you are thinking, "Katie, it doesn't matter if my child hits a regression or not, because their sleep is atrocious," then my 1:1 services are for you. Be sure to follow me on Instagram, where I share daily tips to help your little one sleep.

You spent so much time and energy decorating your baby's nursery for them to end up sleeping only on you. Or in the stroller. Or on your bed. And whether you're ready to move them to their own room or just put them in a crib in your room, it can sometimes be a hard adjustment for your little one. And let's be real...hard for you, too. In today's episode, I'm going to provide you with three simple steps you can take today to help your little one begin the transition from sleeping anywhere to sleeping in their crib. Note: I use the term "crib," but this can apply to a bassinet or a toddler bed. All of the steps will help with getting your child to sleep in a new location. Be sure to follow me on Instagram, where I provide sleep tips daily.

Teething is often blamed for a multitude of sleep issues. But is it fair to do so? Does teething actually impact your child's sleep? Short answer: yes. In this episode, we'll talk about: How to identify whether your child is teething. What you can do to help ease teething pain. How long teething will last/impact sleep. If you're curious about how teething and regressions go hand-in-hand, you'll love my free Regression Survival Guide, which will give you an overview of all of the sleep regression on the horizon for your little one. Be sure to follow me over on Instagram, where I share daily sleep tips and facts. 

Fair warning: In this episode, we're not getting into baby sleep. Lately, I've felt stuck in a season of overwhelm. So much to the point of inaction. Laundry is piling up. Dishes are disgusting. I just can't even take action to start because of how much work it will take to complete. Last week, I saw a post on Facebook that told a little story about a woman who found a mindset shift. Instead of focusing on the entire task, she focused on just the start. I've adopted that mindset and it's helped pull me from the overwhelm and has given me the "roadmap" for just starting. If you have found yourself in a similar rut, please listen to this episode, and then find me on Instagram and tell me what step forward you're taking today.

It's the big question: Is sleep training bad for my baby? And if it's not, then why are they crying? I get down into the WHY behind the tears. In no way am I saying sleep training is the only way. But if it is for your family, it's not bad. Or wrong. I mention two studies in this episode, and you can find those here: Rovee-Collier, C. (1999). The Development of Infant Memory. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 8(3), 80. https://doi.org/10.1111/1467-8721.00019 Anna M.H. Price, Melissa Wake, Obioha C. Ukoumunne, Harriet Hiscock. Five-Year Follow-up of Harms and Benefits of Behavioral Infant Sleep Intervention: Randomized Trial.Pediatrics Oct 2012, 130 (4) 643-651; DOI: 10.1542/peds.2011-3467 Questions? Thoughts? Head over to my Instagram page and let's chat!

If you want to prepare the stage for a good sleeper, you can start now! In this episode, I'm sharing 4 easy, quick steps that you can implement TONIGHT to set the foundation of great sleep. Be sure to follow me on Instagram where I share all things baby and toddler sleep.

As you prepare for your newborn's arrival, I know the nursery is top of mind. It's an incredibly exciting task, but not one that should send you into debt or cause stress. In this episode, I'm sharing 3 tips to consider as you set up the nursery. Be sure to follow me on Instagram and subscribe to this podcast!

If you have a newborn, CONGRATULATIONS! In this episode, I'll share the common sleep concerns parents of newborns share with me, and my suggestions on how to handle those common challenges. For a video tutorial of the 5 S's mentioned in the episode, head over to my Instagram!

What can you expect in your child's first few years? In this last episode of 2021, I cover what is considered "normal" and how much sleep your little one should be getting. Join me for this broad overview of expectations as we close out this year. Be sure to follow along on Instagram, as I'll be sharing all things NEWBORN in January.

With the holiday season in full swing, it's bound to happen: your little one will be excited about the festivities and that could impact their sleep. So what's a mom to do? In this episode, we talk all about how to help your child sleep, even when they are excited and anxious. Sweet dreams, y'all! Follow me on Instagram and Facebook.