This week’s episode is entirely dedicated to you, the parents! Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhD’s) answer questions about sleep and settling submitted by Sombelle parents. Ranging from tiny newborns to pre-schoolers, this episode covers the most common sleep & settling difficulties you’re likely to face with your little one during the first few years.  Questions answered include: After a stretch of great sleep, why is my baby’s crying suddenly increasing at bedtime? Why does sleep...

To celebrate our 50th episode, we are sharing the story of 6.5 month old baby *Lucy. Dr Laura explains the struggles Lucy’s parents were facing with her sleep and settling, including difficult settling and up to 8 overnight wakes. Lucy’s parents felt exhausted and nervous about making changes after reading conflicting advice online. Hear how Laura carefully crafted an approach to suit Lucy’s temperament and unique sleep needs, whilst also ensuring the approach felt comfortable for Lucy’s...

If you’re struggling with overnight wake ups in your baby or toddler, tune in to hear Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs) discuss the 5 key factors that hold the key to more restful nights for you and your little one. This episode is your ultimate guide to reducing night waking! Parents questions are also answered, including: My baby wakes for 3 hours in the middle of the night and refuses to fall back asleep in their cot. How do we stop these extended night wakes? My toddler used to wake 15...

Everyone struggles to find a daily rhythm when managing a newborn baby plus older children. Keeping older children entertained, fed and safe, whilst also cycling through endless feeds and newborn cuddles, does get easier and you will find your feet.  In this episode of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs & Sleep Practitioners), share their best tips on how to manage a new baby whilst also caring for their older sibling/s. Parent questions are answered, including: How...

Age-based sleep schedules are all over the internet, but are they any good? Most overestimate how much sleep babies actually need and this can lead to settling difficulties, excessive night waking, and exhausted parents. In this episode of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs & Sleep Practitioners), explain how to find your baby or toddler’s perfect daily rhythm that caters to the amount of sleep they actually need.  Parent questions are answered, including: My...

Have you ever struggled with a baby who won’t stop crying, or a toddler who is so wound up they just cannot settle down for sleep? All babies and toddlers have moments when they’re highly dysregulated. Knowing how to manage these moments is an important parenting skill. In this episode of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs & Sleep Practitioners), explain exactly how to help your baby or toddler calm down in preparation for good sleep. Parent questions are answered,...

Worried about how your baby or toddler’s sleep and settling might be impacted by travel? Don’t worry, we’ve got you sorted. The truth is, most babies and toddlers adapt really well to shifting time zones and new sleep arrangements, and with a few tips and tricks you’ll have a wonderful holiday. Join Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) as they unpack everything you need to know to ensure everyone sleeps well during your next local or international trip. They also answer...

Just when you think you’ve got your baby or toddler’s naps sorted, 💥BOOM💥…you’re back to square one. Your baby or toddler's naps will change a lot over the first few years depending on their age and their unique sleep requirements. This might mean you have to pivot, and adjust their naps to keep them happy and well rested, day and night.  In episode 44 of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) explain how to troubleshoot common nap difficulties,...

Sleep is one of the three pillars of health, alongside nutrition and exercise. This is true for babies, toddlers, children, and adults. ‘Sleep health’ will look different depending on your age. In this episode of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs & Sleep Practitioners), explain how to identify good and poor sleep health and discuss why taking care of sleep in your little one, is just as important as taking care of other aspects of their wellbeing. Parent questions...

Are you worried, perhaps even frightened, to try settling your baby or toddler in their cot? You’re not alone, many parents struggle with this transition because they’re unsure how to manage their own, and their child’s big emotions, and they don’t want to cause any harm. In this episode, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura talk about how to support your child’s emotional wellbeing by providing intense support and reassurance during this transition. When done properly, supporting your baby or toddler to...

What does it mean to ‘fail’ sleep school, and are parents being too hard on themselves? This week, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura discuss why some babies and toddlers don’t have success at sleep school, and what parents can do about it. They answer parent questions including: How can I extend my baby’s day naps? How can I reduce my toddler’s night waking? How do I stop patting my baby to sleep? How can I get my baby to settle in their cot if they don’t stop moving? Why does my toddler want me to...

Should you ditch the dummy? And if so, what’s the best way to do it? When is the right age to introduce a comforter, or small soft toy, to your baby? This week, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura discuss the pros and cons of dummy use, including when and how to ditch the dummy. They also discuss the benefits of using a comforter, or small soft toy, from 7 months of age onwards and answer parent questions too. ❤️ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts ❤️ Subscribe on Spotify ❤️ Subscribe on Google Podcasts ✅ If...

What can Taylor Swift teach us about parenting? According to Dr Fallon, quite a lot! Toddlers have big emotions and so do kids (and parents) who miss out on Era’s tour tickets 😆 Learning how to support your child through their big emotions is a skill that all parents develop - with some trial and error along the way! This week, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura discuss how to navigate the trickiest toddler emotions, separation anxiety, and toddler sleep difficulties. They also answer parent questions...

Join Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhD’s, Sleep Practitioners) to learn strategies for managing sleep and settling difficulties in your baby, toddler, or pre-schooler, including what to do about split or ‘biphasic’ nights, and when to worry about short naps, or ‘cat naps’. Listen to Fallon & Laura as they answer parent questions including: My baby has started rolling in his cot & waking up stuck on his tummy, how do I get his sleep back on track? My baby wakes 10+ times each night, what...

Dr Fallon & Dr Laura discuss factors to consider when making changes to how and where your baby or toddler settles for sleep, and answer parent questions: Should we stop cosleeping before moving our toddler to their own bedroom? Should we stop offering a bottle at bedtime? When do sleep requirements stop declining? Which parent should do the settling? Is it ok to take a break from a new settling approach, or is it best to persist? ❤️ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts ❤️ Subscribe on...

Tune in to hear Dr Fallon and Dr Laura’s (PhDs) top tips for helping your child adjust to their new childcare environment. They also answer questions including: Is it ok if my baby or toddler is settled differently at childcare? How can I help my small baby adjust to settling in their cot? How can I ease my baby’s transition to sleeping in their own bedroom? What can I do when my baby or toddler rolls or stands up in their cot? 🍼 If your little one is about to begin childcare, read our...

Sleep isn’t linear – there will be ups and downs, and unexpected hurdles. This is entirely normal but it doesn’t make these sleep hurdles any less distressing for tired parents! In this episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura talk about the hurdles – how to identify hurdles, and tips for overcoming hurdles. Plus they answer questions from Sombelle parents. 🏫 Is your little one about to start school? Read our sleep tips for parents of children starting school:...

Are you the parent of multiples or know someone who is? Tune in to this week’s episode to learn insider tips on improving sleep and settling in twins, triplets, quads, quins, and more! Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhD’s) also answer questions, including: How can I support my baby who cries very hard when we try to change how they settle to sleep? How can I stop the dreaded 4am wake up? My child is restless from 4-7am, why and what can I do? ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddlers...

Join Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhD's) as they discuss all things sleep, settling, and early parenting. In this episode they answer questions submitted by parents, including: Should I offer my baby extra day sleep when they're unwell? How can I make my baby sleep in longer each morning? How can I transfer my baby to the cot without waking them? When can I drop night feeds? My baby hates naps - what should I do ✅ If you’re ready to resolve your baby or toddlers sleep and settling...

When parents work together in genuine partnership, parenting is easier and relationships flourish. But how can you set the groundwork for equal parenting right from those first few days? And what can you do if your partner isn’t able, or available, to share the settling during the night? Join Dr Fallon & Dr Laura as they discuss how to share the parenting load and protect your parenting relationship. They also answer parent questions, including: What to do if your baby is refusing to...

Parenting requires us to constantly make decisions – do we surrender to this new parenting challenge? Or is it best to step in to your ‘parenting power’ and set gentle boundaries? It’s an internal struggle we all have as parents and it’s particularly challenging during the first few years of parenting our little ones.   Join Dr Fallon & Dr Laura as they discuss how to choose your parenting battles, and answer parent questions including: When and how to drop the dummy What to do when...

We all have sleep associations, or things we need present to fall asleep. Some sleep associations make baby and toddler sleep very challenging. Join Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhD’s) as they explore the helpful, and not so helpful, sleep associations that might be influencing your little one’s sleep. They also answer member questions including: How do I get my baby or toddler in to a new daily rhythm? Is it ok to wake a baby or toddler from their nap? How will I know if my baby or toddler...

Join Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) as they answer questions submitted by tired parents, including: What should you do if your baby or toddler wakes up too early? How important is a consistent daily rhythm? Which parent should settle the baby? My baby keeps rolling on to their tummy, what should I do? My baby only sleeps upright on me, what do I do? How do I find the perfect daily rhythm for my baby or toddler? Why does my baby wake 10-15 minutes after I resettle them...

Does your baby power through the day on less sleep than other babies? Or perhaps they nap well, but are awake half the night? Join Dr. Fallon and Dr. Laura (PhDs), as they dive into the intricacies of managing low sleep needs in babies and toddlers. Uncover strategies to navigate your child's daily rhythm, ensuring a more restful night for everyone. ✅ If you have a tricky toddler, join the FREE Toddler Sleep Mini Series: https://sombelle.infantsleep.com.au/toddler-sleep-mini-series  ✅ If...