This episode explores all things baby sleep space. Whether you’re gearing up to design the perfect sleep space for that baby in your belly or whether the sleep space you have for your baby just isn’t working, today you’re going to find out how exactly a baby sleep expert would craft the perfect baby sleep space – and HOW each element will help your baby fall asleep and stay asleep more easily.  ------- Does trying to figure out your baby’s ever-changing sleep schedule make you feel like finding a nice, secluded spot and burying your head in the sand? Well, stop the search and step away fr ..read more

In today’s episode we’ll be pulling back the curtain on transferring your baby from the bassinet to the crib.   You'll learn when the best time is to do this transfer, when you have to transfer baby to the crib, and 6 top tricks for transferring baby to a crib from a baby sleep expert - to make this transition as smooth and pain-free as possible.   Notes: - AAP refers to the American Academy of Pediatrics - WHO refers to the World Health Organization -------- Does trying to figure out your baby’s ever-changing sleep schedule make you feel like finding a nice, secluded spot and buryi ..read more

This episode reveals the 5 most common sleep regressions, how to prepare for them, and what to do when they do happen. Episode Resource Links: 1) Article: Creating a safe, conducive sleep environment 2) Podcast Episode: Following wake windows, preventing overtiredness 3) Podcast Episode: Sleep shaping and practicing the routine of falling asleep independently in the newborn phase 4) Website: Milestones by age - American Academy of Pediatrics Healthy Children website (the page linked is for newborn-3 month milestones; you can search milestones for your child's age in the search bar on their web ..read more

In today’s episode we will be pulling back the curtain on why sleep training doesn’t always work. You will learn the top 5 reasons for sleep training failure, and what to do if this describes you. Episode Resource Links: 1) Snuza Hero - this is NOT the "MD" version - the "MD" version is not sold in the USA. As of the time of this episode's recording - as far as I'm aware - none of the Snuza versions are considered a medical device in the USA. 2) Send me a copy of your child's sleep-wake schedule & let me know in the subject line that you "Need a Second Set of Eyes" 3) Free 15-minute Sleep ..read more

This episode reveals the truth behind whether breastfeeding affects your baby’s ability to sleep through the night and take quality naps. Episode Resources: 1) 1:1 Consulting Application: www.calendly.com/playsleepgrow ------------ Does trying to figure out your baby’s ever-changing sleep schedule make you feel like finding a nice, secluded spot and burying your head in the sand? Well, stop the search and step away from the sand. As an exclusive gift to you, I have created a 60-second Sleep Schedule Quiz – all you have to do is complete the 60-second quiz and a sample sleep schedule specifical ..read more

Hello Sis! Missed you <3 I know you've been really frustrated around bedtime. It feels like it's a struggle every single night. Nobody looks forward to it; everyone dreads it. But you feel stuck! How in the world do we make bedtime a fun and peaceful and enjoyable time to look forward to? Is there some hack? THERE IS! In this episode, I included not 1 - but 7 bedtime hacks that I've learned for ending bedtime battles - and why they work.  So I have a job for you -  1) Listen in. 2) Send me a message telling me which of these you've tried and which you are going to try next.  ..read more

This episode reveals how to know when your baby is ready to drop a nap. You will learn the most common ages when babies transition to fewer naps, what signs to look for to know baby is ready, how to know if baby is not ready, and some key tricks for what to do when she is. ------------ Does trying to figure out your baby’s ever-changing sleep schedule make you feel like finding a nice, secluded spot and burying your head in the sand? Well, stop the search and step away from the sand. As an exclusive gift to you, I have created a 60-second Sleep Schedule Quiz – all you have to do is complete th ..read more

This episode reveals why your baby is taking short naps – and what to do about it. Links in This Episode: 1) Free Baby Sleep Schedule - www.playsleepgrow.com/sleep-schedule-quiz ---------- You’re listening to the Play Sleep Grow podcast. I’m your host, Ashley Thompson. I leveraged my skills as a speech-language pathologist to research and discover the gentlest and most effective sleep training methods and strategies available for our 3 children – successfully helping them learn to sleep through the night and take regular, scheduled naps starting at 3-, 4-, and 5-months-old respectively, effec ..read more

This episode reveals what to do when you unexpectedly can’t get baby to bed on time. Links in This Episode: 1) Free Baby Sleep Schedule - www.playsleepgrow.com/sleep-schedule-quiz ---------- You’re listening to the Play Sleep Grow podcast. I’m your host, Ashley Thompson. I leveraged my skills as a speech-language pathologist to research and discover the gentlest and most effective sleep training methods and strategies available for our 3 children – successfully helping them learn to sleep through the night and take regular, scheduled naps starting at 3-, 4-, and 5-months-old respectively, effe ..read more

This episode reveals the number one baby sleep mistake I see parents make – both new and seasoned parents alike. Links in This Episode: 1) Free Baby Sleep Schedule - www.playsleepgrow.com/sleep-schedule-quiz 2) Free Baby Wake Window Guide - Instagram - www.instagram.com/playsleepgrow      Free Baby Wake Window Guide - Email - www.playsleepgrow.com/contact ---------- You’re listening to the Play Sleep Grow podcast. I’m your host, Ashley Thompson. I leveraged my skills as a speech-language pathologist to research and discover the gentlest and most effective sleep traini ..read more