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Brand New Little People

Brand New Little People

Hosted by: Dr Fallon Cook & Dr Laura Conway (PhD's, Sleep Practitioners)

Welcome to the ultimate podcast for parents navigating the early stages of parenting, with a special focus on vital aspects like sleep, settling, and crying. As passionate hosts and holders of PhD’s in early child...

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Episode 22: Cot settling difficulties

Why does my baby cry when I put them in the cot? What can I do if my baby doesn't like settling in their cot? Why does my baby wake so often overnight? Listen now to hear Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep...
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Episode 21: Your guide to dropping night feeds

Are you ready to reduce the number of night feeds you give your baby or toddler, but you’re not sure how to do it? In this episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners), share the advice they give...
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Episode 20: The Emotional Toll of Sleep Deprivation on Parents

An incident triggered by sleep deprivation nearly had disastrous consequences for Sarah. Learn more about the emotional challenges parents face when dealing with prolonged periods of insufficient sleep. The...
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Episode 19: Sleep, Settling & Eingewöhnung

How can I help my baby adjust to sleeping in their cot? Why do some babies and toddlers take everything in their stride and others need a lot of support and reassurance? How can I support my very sensitive baby as...
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Episode 18: Parenting misinformation – how to spot it.

Have you heard some startling parenting advice on your social media channels? It may have caused you to feel lost, confused, angry, or upset. It’s getting harder for parents to distinguish the good advice from the...
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Episode 17: Separation anxiety & finding your village

How do I manage separation anxiety at bedtime? What tired signs should I look for? How many naps is too many? And where can I find my village? Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) answer these...
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Episode 16: Night Feeds, Room Sharing & Travel

Does room-sharing ruin sleep? When should you offer a night feed, and when should you resettle? Will a dream feed help? Where should you settle your baby or toddler for sleep during travel (hint: not in a...
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Episode 15: Help! My baby settles easily for my partner - but not for me!

Why does my baby settle easily for my partner but not for me? Will feeding to sleep in the daytime impact the number of times my baby wakes at night? Why does my baby struggle to resettle when waking up from a...
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Episode 14: Managing big emotions in babies, toddlers & pre-schoolers

Should you distract your crying child? Or is it better to support them to feel their emotions? Is a long lunchtime nap compulsory? What should you do if progress with cot settling starts to come undone? What should...
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Episode 13: Your sleep & settling questions

Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhD's Sleep Practitioners) answer questions from listeners including: Why does my baby wake so often? Should I wake my baby to feed them? Why does my baby cat nap? When should I resettle my...
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Episode 12: Toxic positivity

Social media isn't always a friendly or helpful place - especially if you are having a hard time with parenting. This week, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhD's, Sleep Practitioners) talk about a particularly unhelpful...
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Episode 11: When the wheels fall off

Major life events can make parenting a real challenge, especially at bedtime. In this episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhD's, Sleep Practitioners), explore the impact of major life events, including injury, illness,...
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