The Responsive Family Sleep Podcast

Sleep regressions are big topics when it comes to sleep challenges. In this episode, I’m tackling the concept of sleep regressions, and gently offering a reframe. I’ll dive into what is happening with baby, common times and reasons sleep gets trickier, and what you’ll want to keep in mind while navigating these tricky times with sleep. Whether you find the concept of sleep regressions comforting or stressful, I hope you find this episode helpful.Resources Related to this EpisodeTo the parent of a 4 month old baby:https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/blog/2022/8/10/to-the-parent-of-a-4-month-old-baby-encouragement-during-the-four-month-sleep-regressionConnect with KimInstagram: instagram.com/intuitive_parenting_dcFacebook:  facebook.com/intuitiveparentingdcLearn more about working with Kim: https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/

In this episode, I’m joined by Jenna from Own Your Parenting Story. Jenna and I bonded over our shared love of supporting families with nursing toddlers. We talk about the joys and challenges of nursing into the toddler years and beyond.About JennaJenna is a Certified Lactation Counselor, Certified Purejoy Parent Coach, and host of Start to Stop Toddler Breastfeeding. She has breastfeed her own kids for over 6 years, including over 3 years of tandem feeding. After spending years supporting moms in their early postpartum journey, Jenna saw the need for support beyond that and now specializes in supporting families in "extended" breastfeeding, toddler weaning & tandem feeding.Connect with Jenna"Say No to the Feed while Saying "Yes" to the Need" Guide & Cheat Sheet: www.ownyourparentingstory.com/guideWorkshop: www.ownyourparentingstory.com/workshopInstagram: www.instagram.com/own.your.parenting.storyConnect with KimInstagram: instagram.com/intuitive_parenting_dcFacebook:  facebook.com/intuitiveparentingdcLearn more about working with Kim: https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/

In this short episode, I’m sharing thoughts on recognizing gratitude and positive moments of connection. Cultivating an intentional practice of both gratitude and small positive moments can have a powerful positive impact on parenting.Connect with KimInstagram: instagram.com/intuitive_parenting_dcFacebook:  facebook.com/intuitiveparentingdcLearn more about working with Kim: https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/

In this episode, The holidays bring many joys and also a lot of disruption to your normal routines. Between travel, extra events, and lots more stimulation, sleep can often get derailed during this time. In this episode I’m sharing some of the common concerns that come up this time of year when thinking about supporting sleep through the holiday season.Resources Related to this EpisodeCheck out my related blog post on sleep during the holidays:https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/blog/holiday-travel-with-kids-sleep-adviceConnect with KimInstagram: instagram.com/intuitive_parenting_dcFacebook:  facebook.com/intuitiveparentingdcLearn more about working with Kim: https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/

In this episode, I’m sharing ideas around navigating family comments, advice, and opinions during holiday season travels and visits. When your family doesn’t understand or support a responsive approach to sleep support, there comments and questions can feel very stressful. I’m sharing different ways you can respond so that you are more prepared headed into these conversations.Resources Related to this EpisodeCheck out my related blog post what to say to bad sleep advice:https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/blog/2021/3/1/what-to-say-to-bad-sleep-adviceConnect with KimInstagram: instagram.com/intuitive_parenting_dcFacebook:  facebook.com/intuitiveparentingdcLearn more about working with Kim: https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/

In this episode, I’m joined by the amazing Lyndsey Hookway to talk all about regulation and sleep. We dive into what regulation is; what it has to do with sleep; and why regulation is such an important and often overlooked piece in the sleep puzzle. Lyndsey is one of my sleep mentors and it’s always a joy to talk sleep with her.About LyndseyLyndsey is an experienced paediatric nurse, children’s public health nurse, IBCLC, researcher, responsive sleep/parenting advocate, and the author of 6 books. She has worked with children and families for more than 20 years within in-patient paediatrics, paediatric ambulatory care, NICU, and the community.Lyndsey is a researcher at Swansea University, exploring the needs and challenges of medically complex breastfed infants and children, and completed her PhD in 2023. In 2019 she founded the Breastfeeding the Brave project to raise awareness of the unique lactation needs of sick children in the paediatric setting. Lyndsey is the co-founder and clinical director of the Holistic Sleep Coaching program and Thought Rebellion. She is a respected international speaker and also provides regular training, advocacy and consultancy to both NHS and private organizations.Connect with Lyndseywww.lyndseyhookway.comwww.thoughtrebellion.comwww.holisticsleepcoaching.comwww.breastfeedingthebrave.comInstagram: @lyndsey_hookwayFacebook: @LyndseyHookwayTwitter: @FeedSleepBondResources Related to this EpisodeI encourage you to check out Lyndsey’s books on sleep- let’s talk about your new family’s sleep and still awake.Connect with KimInstagram: instagram.com/intuitive_parenting_dcFacebook:  facebook.com/intuitiveparentingdcLearn more about working with Kim: https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/

In this episode, I’m joined by my good friend, business bestie, and Holistic Sleep Coach Colleague Maisie Ruttan. We are talking top toddler sleep misconceptions. There’s so much bad toddler sleep info out there, and we want you to feel free to ditch the stressful and incorrect info so you can better support your toddler’s sleep.About MaisieMaisie is a family sleep specialist and parenting coach. She helps parents navigate sleepless nights and challenging bedtimes using a combination of sleep science and gentle parenting strategies. Unlike the majority of sleep consultants, Maisie's expertise lies in supporting toddlers, preschoolers and kids, beyond the baby years. She's also the mother of twins, so knows how hard this sleep and parenting thing can be!Connect with Maisie:Website: https://www.maisieruttan.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maisie.ruttan/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sleepandsanityConnect with KimInstagram: instagram.com/intuitive_parenting_dcFacebook:  facebook.com/intuitiveparentingdcLearn more about working with Kim: https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/

In this episode, I’m sharing all things bedsharing and cosleeping. While bedsharing can be a controversial topic in the US, it’s also something most parents do at least some. Knowing how to bedshare safely is essential for sleep safety. Whether you think you’ll never bedshare or cosleep regularly, this episode is for you.Resources Related to this EpisodeMy bedsharing guide: https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/blog/2022/1/6/bedsharing-guide-benefits-safety-and-faqs-for-cosleeping-and-bedsharing-familiesSafe Sleep Seven by La Leche League International (LLLI): https://llli.org/the-safe-sleep-seven/Sweet Sleep by LLLISafe Infant Sleep by James McKenna, PhDConnect with KimInstagram: instagram.com/intuitive_parenting_dcFacebook:  facebook.com/intuitiveparentingdcLearn more about working with Kim: https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/

In this episode, I have My colleague Rocio from Newborn Parents sharing her deep knowledge of the parental brain. Nurture matters – not just for our babies but for our own transition to parenting as well. We dive into the changes that happen to your brain in early parenting; what your brain (and you) really need; and how to nurture everyone during this period.About RocioRocio is a neuroscientist and mother of two. She is the founder of Newborn Parents, which was born out of the fusion of her two passions: the brain and the relationship between parents and their infants. She educates parents and professionals about parental brain science so that they can take advantage of the profound brain changes that accompany mastrescence and patrescence. She firmly believes that when parents and professionals learn about the power of the parental brain, they can create a path for a lifelong nurturing relationship within families and their babies.Connect with Rocio and Her Work:Free masterclass the Parental brain 101 for professionals: https://webinarkit.com/webinar/registration/64566577392c532bee4e63a1Website: https://www.newbornparents.net/Instagram: instagram.com/rociozunini_newbornparentsConnect with KimInstagram: instagram.com/intuitive_parenting_dcFacebook:  facebook.com/intuitiveparentingdcLearn more about working with Kim: https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/

In this episode, I’m diving into why responsiveness matters. Responsive, warm, sensitive care is a powerful way we help our littles grow into healthy adults. I’ll be talking about attachment, brain development, and the ways nurturing responsive care impacts our littles in the short and long-term.Resources Related to this EpisodeMy related blog post, Responsive Parenting: What It Is And Why It Matters: https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/blog/responsive-parentingConnect with KimInstagram: instagram.com/intuitive_parenting_dcFacebook:  facebook.com/intuitiveparentingdcLearn more about working with Kim: https://intuitiveparentingdc.com/