Do baby sleep apps and trackers really help your baby sleep better? As a parent, finding ways to support your baby’s sleep can feel overwhelming, especially with the abundance of advice and tools available. In recent years, sleep apps and…
Sleeping well during fireworks and 4th of July festivities!
This will be the first year we are taking the kids to see fireworks! They are 6 and 8 years old and up until now we had to prioritize sleep for our little ones. I wanted to take the opportunity…
Making Daycare Transitions Easier: Advice from Childcare Director Katie Yancich
Episode 12 Show Notes In this month’s episode, I had the pleasure of talking with Katie Yancich, a mom of 2 and Director at the Primrose School of Learning in Leesburg, VA, about making daycare transitions easier. Katie has spent…
Forming a Strong Connection with Your Child’s Nanny with Ryan Jordan
EPISODE 11 SHOW NOTES In this month’s episode, I was excited to talk with Ryan Jordan, founder and CEO of Educated Nannies and Educated Newborn Care Specialists. Ryan and I connected through our certification in positive discipline, and she comes…
Supporting sleep in the military family
April is the month of the military child. It allows Americans to celebrate military children for their service on the home front and in their communities. According to the DOD, more than 1.6 million military children face challenges and unique experiences due to their parents’ service. Some of those challenges include moving away from friends, separating from their parents for long periods, and having their sleep disrupted from a variety of transitions that occur in the military.
Why ChatGPT can’t solve all your child’s sleep struggles
There is no doubt that the future raising children is changing with the use of artificial intelligence (AI). From baby monitors using an AI to track personal sleep patterns, to figuring out if you have paid parental leave, we know there is value that AI can offer. The question becomes, can ChatGPT and AI software actually solve your child’s sleep struggles? The answer, sometimes. Let’s dive in together to learn more about when to ask ChatGPT and when to reach out to a sleep expert!
Navigating the World of Pelvic Health with Physical Therapist, Dr. Lindsay Massumi
EPISODE 7 SHOW NOTES In this month’s episode, I was excited to talk with Dr. Lindsay Durand Massumi, a licensed pelvic health and orthopedic physical therapist and health coach. The topic of pelvic health has gained a great deal of…
“Preparation vs in the moment decisions in Parenthood” with Kaila Maguire of Not Your Mama’s Birth
EPISODE 6 SHOW NOTES In this month’s episode, I sat down with Kaila Maguire of Not Your Mama’s Birth Services and we discussed how you can decrease the overwhelm when preparing for birth and postpartum. From childbirth classes (which she…
The Ripple Effects of Chiropractic Care with Dr. Emilie Quinn
EPISODE 10 SHOW NOTES In this month’s episode, I was excited to talk with local Loudoun County pediatric and perinatal chiropractor, Dr. Emilie Quinn. Emilie had her own personal experience with chiropractic care while growing up, which led her to…
Sleep training during paternity leave: an interview with a Nested Sleep Client
Paternity leave uptake has been gradually increasing in the United States, reflecting changing attitudes toward parenting and work-life balance. Paid paternity leave specifically saw a 5-percentage-point jump from 2022 and is now offered by 32 percent of employers within the…
How to make the most out of your discovery call from two pediatric sleep consultants
EPISODE 9 SHOW NOTES In this month’s episode, I talked with my friend, Sarah Oliver, a fellow pediatric sleep consultant. Sarah and I connected through a group specifically for sleep consultants, the Sleep Sorority, and it’s been so valuable being…
Combating Mom Guilt During the Holiday Season with Carrie Thayer
EPISODE 8 SHOW NOTES In this month’s episode, I had the honor of talking with Carrie Thayer, a licensed marriage and family therapist. We’re right in the middle of the holiday season, and while this can be a magical time…
