Using the end of the night to help a child unwind, make sense of the day, and prepare for what’s to come tomorrow can be a valuable tool for shifting their brain and body into a state of rest. Joining me to talk about how parents can use the last 20 minutes of the day to promote social and emotional learning is the author of the children’s book series, Conscious Stories, Andrew Newman.
When it comes to childhood development, sleep is not a linear process. It’s normal for young children to have ups and downs, regressions, and growth spurts with their sleep. Here to talk about how you can help your toddler say goodnight without the struggle is sleep specialist and RIE associate Eileen Henry.
There are so many sleep myths that cause parents to feel unnecessary pressure, worry, and guilt. In today’s episode, I’m joined by infant and child sleep consultant, Lauren Wolf. We’ll be busting some of these myths, answering the questions parents ask her most, and offering you tools you can use to create a healthy foundation for your child’s sleep routine.
Sleep specialist Eileen Henry joins me to talk about the importance of creating a sleep system where everyone’s needs are met, phases of development and motor skill accusation, the best techniques for creating an ideal sleep environment, and what parents can do throughout the day to encourage an independent and calm night’s sleep for their child.