KICPOD Your sleep questions answered - KICBUMP with Dr Billy Garvey
May 6, 2025
Dr. Billy Garvey, a developmental pediatrician with over 20 years in the field, returns to tackle your burning sleep questions. He addresses concerns like the impact of screen time and sugar on sleep, as well as strategies for transitioning toddlers from cribs to beds. Discover how bedtime routines and emotional support can enhance sleep quality for both kids and parents. Billy also shares insights on the relationship between sleep, mental health, and effective parenting, making him a go-to expert for families navigating sleep challenges.
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Helping Toddlers Adjust To Siblings
- Use strength-based narratives to help toddlers adjust to a new sibling.
- Share responsibilities and adapt sleeping arrangements for smoother transitions.
Self-Soothing Skills Start Early
- Teach toddlers gentle self-soothing skills at sleep onset, not during night wakings.
- Aim to put them down drowsy to help them reconnect with sleep independently at night.
Optimize Pre-Bedtime Routine
- Protect the two hours before bedtime from high activity, screen time, and big meals.
- Avoid long bedtimes; children should not lie awake over 15-20 minutes to prevent bad habits.
