KICPOD An honest sleep update with Steph & Dr Billy Garvey - KICBUMP
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Aug 12, 2025 
Dr. Billy Garvey, a developmental pediatrician with over 20 years of experience, joins Steph to share their real-life sleep struggles as new parents. They candidly discuss the joys and challenges of raising multiple children, including funny family naming anecdotes. The pair delve into managing sleep routines, co-sleeping dynamics, and the importance of emotional support in parenting. Billy shares insights on fostering children's independence while addressing nighttime battles in a relatable and entertaining way.
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Two-Bedroom Trial And Success
- Billy describes his family's rickety two-bedroom bungalow and the trial-and-error of rooming kids together.
- They made developmental moves to succeed and then welcomed newborn Heidi two weeks later.
No One-Size Sleep Fix
- Billy emphasizes there is no one-size-fits-all solution for children's sleep and regulation.
- He teaches attunement: watch what each child needs now and adapt rather than follow rigid plans.
Regulate Before Reconnecting
- Regulate yourself first: step away or use a coping action if you feel dysregulated before reconnecting with your child.
- Return calmly, validate the child's emotion, and repair the interaction to model healthy relationships.
