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…
Teaching gratitude can improve sleep…and so much more
Did you know that gratitude can improve you sleep? It’s true, when you think about what you are grateful for before you drift off to dreamland there is greater subjective sleep quality, sleep duration, and less sleep latency (how long it takes to fall asleep) and daytime dysfunction (Wood et al, 2008). Most people don’t need to see the research to believe this one, but still how can we instill gratitude to our kids?
Gift Ideas to help the whole family sleep well
I’m not sure about you, but 90% of my gifts come from clothes and toys I see trusted people using over on social media. While I limit my scrolling to get good sleep, I still admit that is definitely where…
Back to school sleep tips!
Once you find the right blackout shades and best breeze summer sleep can be great! We all can enjoy the slumber after a day at the beach or a shaded hike in New England. But camps are winding down, the…