Rest is Best

Welcome to the second bite-sized episode of the Rest is Best podcast!With a focus on quick, step by step actions and advice that you can listen to on the 10 minute walk to the coffee shop, you'll come away from these bite-sized episodes feeling more equipped and ready to get you and your baby a little more rest! In this bite-sized episode I share some tips on how you can address nighttime fears with your toddler whilst helping them to maintain their great relationship with sleep. This is something that I have personally dealt with recently in our house with my 2.5 year old Farley so I can give you the sleep consultant version and the real life mum version of how it played out!If you have a toddler who is ready to move to a toddler bed grab my new guide 'Transitioning to a toddler bed' for only £9.99.Finishing these episodes wanting more amazing sleep advice? Download my free 22 page guide  ‘All About Naps'  now! And don't forget to check Halcyon Sleep out on Instagram @halcyonsleep for FREE daily sleep tips and more!You can now shop my favourite sleepwear brand ergoPouch directly via the Halcyon Sleep website! Just head to www.halyconsleep.uk/ergopouch.(for 10% off use the code: HALCYON10)Disclaimer: This podcast includes advice and information relating to the care of infants. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice and should only be used to supplement rather than replace advice given by your child's pediatrician. Always turn to your child's medical provider with any of your questions or concerns.

Rest is Best - RewindWelcome back to Season Two of the Rest is Best podcast! I'm so excited for this season as I have loads of special guests lined up plus I will be hosting bite sized episodes every other week with step by step, detailed tips and tricks to get you and your family a little more rest.On today's episode we rewind all the way back to November 2021 to talk about Teaching Independent Sleep. It may sounds strange but did you know babies aren't born with the skill of being able to fall asleep independently as they get older? They are born with a biological drive to sleep, but often we need to show them how. Today I discuss what teaching independent sleep is, why it can be beneficial for you and your family, what is involved and how by working with a sleep coach you can have your family sleeping more peacefully through loving sleep coaching support.Reminder, teaching independent sleep is not something we look to do before 4 months of age. It is important to speak with your paediatrician to confirm your baby is ready. New Sleep Guide! Transitioning to a toddler bed is now available for £9.99 hereThis guide will give you the confidence to make the change with no long term sleep problems that you can't get around swiftly!Finishing these episodes wanting more amazing sleep advice? Download my free 22 page guide  ‘All About Naps'  now! You can now shop my favourite sleepwear brand ergoPouch directly via the Halcyon Sleep website! Just head to www.halyconsleep.uk/ergopouch.(for 10% off use the code: HALCYON10)Summer is nearly over (or nearly here if you're in the Southern Hemisphere!) so shop the ultimate travel buddy - SnoozeShade pram and travel cot covers. You can get 10% off any full priced order with the code: HALCYONSLEEP or HALCYONSNOOZE (UK)And don't forget to check Halcyon Sleep out on Instagram @halcyonsleep for FREE daily sleep tips and more!Disclaimer: This podcast includes advice and information relating to the care of infants. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice and should only be used to supplement rather than replace advice given by your child's paediatrician. Always turn to your child's medical provider with any of your questions or concerns.

Welcome back to Season Two of the Rest is Best podcast! I'm so excited for this season as I have loads of special guests lined up plus I will be hosting bite sized episodes every other week with step by step, detailed tips and tricks to get you and your family a little more rest.In today's episode I speak with Dr Sujay Kansagra aka @thatsleepdoc on Instagram. Dr Kansagra is a Paediatric neurologist, the director of Duke's Paediatric Neurology Sleep Medicine Program, author of My Child Won't Sleep: A Quick Guide for the Sleep-Deprived Parent  and father or 2.Some the questions I had for Dr Kansagra include:How do you define a sleep ‘problem'? We often hear the phrase ‘its not a problem if it is working for you" (the parents) but when does it actually become a problem for the child?Off the back of discussing the science behind sleep, what are your thoughts on sleep training?Given all the science and what we know about sleep, why do you think addressing sleep concerns is such a debated topic?What are you thoughts on the sentiment “every baby is different” when it comes to sleep?What advice would you give parents who feel like there is not way to improve their baby's sleep?In his book Dr. Kansagra presents ALL of the sleep solutions that have actual scientific data to back them. If it isn't proven to work, it's not in this book. The solutions are straight-forward, with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions that get to the point and get there quick. (2 of the methods I use in my sleep courses are in there too!)This is a great conversation for anyone wanting a bit more reassurance and guidance on seeking sleep support and the benefits it can give to your family. Finishing these episodes wanting more amazing sleep advice? Download my free 22 page guide  ‘All About Naps'  now! You can now shop my favourite sleepwear brand ergoPouch directly via the Halcyon Sleep website! Just head to www.halyconsleep.uk/ergopouch.(for 10% off use the code: HALCYON10)Summer is nearly over (or nearly here if you're in the Southern Hemisphere!) so shop the ultimate travel buddy - SnoozeShade pram and travel cot covers. You can get 10% off any full priced order with the code: HALCYONSLEEP or HALCYONSNOOZE (UK)And don't forget to check Halcyon Sleep out on Instagram @halcyonsleep for FREE daily sleep tips and more!Disclaimer: This podcast includes advice and information relating to the care of infants. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice and should only be used to supplement rather than replace advice given by your child's pediatrician. Always turn to your child's medical provider with any of your questions or concerns.

Welcome to the second bite-sized episode of the Rest is Best podcast!With a focus on quick, step by step actions and advice that you can listen to on the 10 minute walk to the coffee shop, you'll come away from these bite-sized episodes feeling more equipped and ready to get you and your baby a little more rest! In this episode I chat to Lydia from Natural Baby Shower and we answer all of your baby sleep questions. We cover newborn sleep, early rising, naps, sleep coaching, and more! We also discuss the amazing features and benefits of ergoPouch sleepwear and how their amazing products can help your baby sleep safely and comfortably.You can now shop my favourite sleepwear brand ergoPouch directly via the Halcyon Sleep website! Just head to www.halyconsleep.uk/ergopouch.(for 10% off use the code: HALCYON10)Finishing these episodes wanting more amazing sleep advice? Download my free 22 page guide  ‘All About Naps'  now! Summer is nearly over (or nearly here if you're in the Southern Hemisphere!) so shop the ultimate travel buddy - SnoozeShade pram and travel cot covers. You can get 10% off any full priced order with the code: HALCYONSLEEP or HALCYONSNOOZE (UK)And don't forget to check Halcyon Sleep out on Instagram @halcyonsleep for FREE daily sleep tips and more!Disclaimer: This podcast includes advice and information relating to the care of infants. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice and should only be used to supplement rather than replace advice given by your child's pediatrician. Always turn to your child's medical provider with any of your questions or concerns.

Welcome back to Season Two of the Rest is Best podcast! I'm so excited for this season as I have loads of special guests lined up plus I will be hosting bite sized episodes each week with step by step, detailed tips and tricks to get you and your family a little more rest.In today's episode I speak with Anna and Ben who I met in the local coffee shop and who were desperate for sleep support. They were working with a gentle sleep coach at the time of meeting them however they weren't seeing any progress. If anything they felt things were getting worse. After deciding that I was the right fit for their family after our initial meeting, I worked with Anna and Ben over the space of 2 weeks to get baby Sebastian feeling confident and content falling asleep on his own, for the first time in his life. They share a real and raw take on what it was like to invite me into their home and go through the experience together. You can also read their review hereIf you feel overwhelmed with your baby's sleep, please don't wait until you hit rock bottom to reach out for help. I feel like Sebastian is proof that if he can learn to sleep through the night with the loving support of his parents, then your baby can too. Find out more about working one to one with me at www.halcyonsleep.uk/servicesFinishing these episodes wanting more amazing sleep advice? Download my free 22 page guide  ‘All About Naps'  now! You can now shop my favourite sleepwear brand ergoPouch directly via the Halcyon Sleep website! Just head to www.halyconsleep.uk/ergopouch.(for 10% off use the code: HALCYON10)Summer is nearly over (or nearly here if you're in the Southern Hemisphere!) so shop the ultimate travel buddy - SnoozeShade pram and travel cot covers. You can get 10% off any full priced order with the code: HALCYONSLEEP or HALCYONSNOOZE (UK)And don't forget to check Halcyon Sleep out on Instagram @halcyonsleep for FREE daily sleep tips and more!Disclaimer: This podcast includes advice and information relating to the care of infants. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice and should only be used to supplement rather than replace advice given by your child's pediatrician. Always turn to your child's medical provider with any of your questions or concerns.

Welcome to the second bite-sized episode of the Rest is Best podcast!With a focus on quick, step by step actions and advice that you can listen to on the 10 minute walk to the coffee shop, you'll come away from these bite-sized episodes feeling more equipped and ready to get you and your baby a little more rest! In this episode I talk about getting back on track after teething/illness - a conundrum I get asked about daily! I share tips to prevent going off track but also how to get back on track if things go south during these tough times. Check out the @thedentistmom on InstagramMore info on fevers: https://www.afterhourspediatrics.com/resources/fever-fear-and-facts/Finishing these episodes wanting more amazing sleep advice? Download my free 22 page guide  ‘All About Naps'  now! And don't forget to check Halcyon Sleep out on Instagram @halcyonsleep for FREE daily sleep tips and more!You can now shop my favourite sleepwear brand ergoPouch directly via the Halcyon Sleep website! Just head to www.halyconsleep.uk/ergopouch.(for 10% off use the code: HALCYON10)And don't forget you ultimate travel buddy the SnoozeShade pram and travel cot covers. You can get 10% off any full priced order with the code: HALCYONSLEEPor HALCYONSNOOZE (UK)Disclaimer: This podcast includes advice and information relating to the care of infants. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice and should only be used to supplement rather than replace advice given by your child's pediatrician. Always turn to your child's medical provider with any of your questions or concerns.

Welcome back to Season Two of the Rest is Best podcast! I'm so excited for this season as I have loads of special guests lined up plus I will be hosting bite sized episodes each week with step by step, detailed tips and tricks to get you and your family a little more rest.In today's episode I speak with Alice Bloomfield, from Cozy Baby Sleep who a friend, mother and fellow sleep consultant. After going on the sleep training journey together and meeting randomly on Instagram, Alice and I ended up doing our paediatric sleep certification together and have been friends ever since.We share a very similar philosophy on sleep and in today's episode I interview Alice about all things motherhood, baby sleep, sleep consulting and more. You can check out all of her amazing resources via her website here and follow her incredible newborn content on Instagram for more info!You can now shop my favourite sleepwear brand ergoPouch directly via the Halcyon Sleep website! Just head to www.halyconsleep.uk/ergopouch.(for 10% off use the code: HALCYON10)And don't forget you ultimate travel buddy the SnoozeShade pram and travel cot covers. You can get 10% off any full priced order with the code: HALCYONSLEEP or HALCYONSNOOZE (UK)Finishing these episodes wanting more amazing sleep advice? Download my free 22 page guide  ‘All About Naps'  now! And don't forget to check Halcyon Sleep out on Instagram @halcyonsleep for FREE daily sleep tips and more!Disclaimer: This podcast includes advice and information relating to the care of infants. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice and should only be used to supplement rather than replace advice given by your child's pediatrician. Always turn to your child's medical provider with any of your questions or concerns.

Welcome back to Season Two of the Rest is Best podcast! I'm so excited for this season as I have loads of special guests lined up plus I will be hosting bite sized episodes each week with step by step, detailed tips and tricks to get you and your family a little more rest.In today's episode I speak with Kiersten Brooke, the Travel Mama who has a huge following on Instagram and TiK Tok where she shares all of her tips for making travel stress-free with babies and toddlers.  From beach hacks to free packing essential guides, Kiersten has thought of it all. You can check out all of her hacks and resources via her blog here and if you want a 1:1 consultation you can DM her on Instagram for more info! I also make a very exciting announcement about a huge brand collaboration with ergoPouch and have a special 48 hour only discount for you at the end of today's episode!You can now shop my favourite sleepwear brand ergoPouch directly via the Halcyon Sleep website! Just head to www.halyconsleep.uk/ergopouch (for 10% off use the code: HALCYON10)And don't forget you ultimate travel buddy the SnoozeShade pram and travel cot covers. You can get 10% off any full priced order with the code: HALCYONSLEEP Finishing these episodes wanting more amazing sleep advice? Download my free 22 page guide  ‘All About Naps'  now! And don't forget to check Halcyon Sleep out on Instagram @halcyonsleep for FREE daily sleep tips and more!Disclaimer: This podcast includes advice and information relating to the care of infants. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice and should only be used to supplement rather than replace advice given by your child's pediatrician. Always turn to your child's medical provider with any of your questions or concerns.

Welcome back to Season Two of the Rest is Best podcast! I'm so excited for this season as I have loads of special guests lined up plus I will be hosting bite sized episodes each week with step by step, detailed tips and tricks to get you and your family a little more rest.In today's episode I speak with Georgie from the Tambourine Social who I worked 1:1 with, gently transitioning her co-sleeping almost 2 year old to her own big girl bed.  At 20 months Hazel was needing mum or dad to lie down with her for up to 2 hours to go to sleep ad bedtime and for her lunch nap. This had become quite inconvenient for Georgie and her husband Guy, but they were worried that it was too late to change anything. With the help and support of my gentle 1:1 sleep coaching we had Hazel falling asleep completely independently and sleeping through the night within a week! Georgie is here to give you a raw and honest take on the experience and share how much sleep coaching has changed their lives.You can do all of this and more through my Halcyon Sleep Online Courses: 4 Months - 4 Years or working 1:1 with me.Finishing these episodes wanting more amazing sleep advice? Download my free 22 page guide  ‘All About Naps'  now! And don't forget to check Halcyon Sleep out on Instagram @halcyonsleep for FREE daily sleep tips and more!Disclaimer: This podcast includes advice and information relating to the care of infants. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice and should only be used to supplement rather than replace advice given by your child's pediatrician. Always turn to your child's medical provider with any of your questions or concerns.

Welcome to the second bite-sized episode of the Rest is Best podcast!With a focus on quick, step by step actions and advice that you can listen to on the 10 minute walk to the coffee shop, you'll come away from these bite-sized episodes feeling more equipped and ready to get you and your baby a little more rest! In this episode I talk about Nap Transitions - a very popular series I've been running on instagram recently! I talk about the signs and how to know if your baby is ready and some of the other things to consider and watch out for during the transition.Finishing these episodes wanting more amazing sleep advice? Download my free 22 page guide  ‘All About Naps'  now! And don't forget to check Halcyon Sleep out on Instagram @halcyonsleep for FREE daily sleep tips and more!Disclaimer: This podcast includes advice and information relating to the care of infants. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice and should only be used to supplement rather than replace advice given by your child's pediatrician. Always turn to your child's medical provider with any of your questions or concerns.

Welcome to the first bite-sized episode of the Rest is Best podcast!With a focus on quick, step by step actions and advice that you can listen to on the 10 minute walk to the coffee shop, you'll come away from these bite-sized episodes feeling more equipped and ready to get you and your baby a little more rest! In this episode I cover how to introduce a comforter to your baby - one of my most popular blog posts and instagram reels! A comforter is a soft toy, small blanket or piece of material that your child can reach for in the middle of the night or when they are faced with a new situation (like first day at nursery) that will provide them with, you guessed it, comfort. They can also be known as a lovey, comfort item or transitional object.Finishing these episodes wanting more amazing sleep advice? Download my free 22 page guide  ‘All About Naps'  now! And don't forget to check Halcyon Sleep out on Instagram @halcyonsleep for FREE daily sleep tips and more!

Welcome back to Season Two of the Rest is Best podcast! I'm so excited for this season as I have loads of special guests lined up plus I will be hosting bite sized episodes each week with step by step, detailed tips and tricks to get you and your family a little more rest.In today's episode I address the topic that is currently blowing up my DMs - WTF is going on with my baby at 12-18 months?!12-18 months is probably one of the most difficult seasons of parenthood I have experienced so far so I am here to ensure that it is easier for you with all of the tips and tricks I learnt during this crazy season of parenthood. If you are struggling with sleep and perhaps you are heading back to work after mat leave soon, don't wait any longer to make sleep a thing in your house - Enrol in my Halcyon Sleep Coaching online course, available from 4 months - 4 years and lovingly show your little one how to sleep through the night, take longer naps and stop those 4am wake ups.https://www.halcyonsleep.uk/sleep-coaching

Today's episode is all about sleep regressions - I talk What, When, Why and How to move through them.Developmental milestones are an exciting and sometimes overwhelming time for both you and your child. In the first three years of a child's life they will go through some of the biggest changes physically, cognitively and emotionally in their whole lives.This is a critically influential time and the most important time in a child's life for building positive and secure relationships with their primary caregivers.Because of the rapid rate of growth and development a child experiences, they often go through times where parts of their daily routine become more difficult, particularly their sleep. These periods of time are often referred to as ‘Sleep Regressions' because some of your child's behaviours may seem to take a step backwards.  However ‘Progression' is a more accurate way of looking at it because these times are commonly linked with your child progressing through learning a new skill. Sleep plays such an important part in supporting your child's development, it's important to find the balance between creating and sticking to healthy sleep habits during these times, whilst also ensuring you meet all your child's developmental and emotional needs.If you want to learn more about helping your little one learn to sleep through the night and how to establish healthy sleep foundations please head to www.halcyonsleep.uk or check out @halcyonsleep on Instagram for more information! Plus for a limited time you can enrol in the Halcyon Sleep School course - 'All About Naps' absolutely FREE! Just head to www.halcyonsleep.uk, sign up to the mailing list and then enrol and access your course on your computer or smart device! Disclaimer: This podcast includes advice and information relating to the care of infants. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice and should only be used to supplement rather than replace advice given by your child's pediatrician. Always turn to your child's medical provider with any of your questions or concerns.

Welcome to your first bonus episode and also the first in my 'Life after sleep coaching' series where I talk to Halcyon Sleep graduates about their experience and what sleep support has done for their family 6-12 months down the track.In this interview you will hear Kayte, Luke and Benee's sleep story of how reaching out for sleep support with Halcyon Sleep, literally changed their lives. I worked with this family when Benee was 6 months old and within a matter of days Kayte and Luke had lovingly and supportively shown their little girl how to sleep through the night.Benee was a serial cat-napper, frequent night waker and was taking anywhere between 1-3 hours to settle at bedtime. After working through my sleep coaching course, Kayte, Luke and Benee were all getting the sleep they needed!If you want to know more about how sleep coaching can change your life and get you the rest you deserve, please head to www.halcyonsleep.uk or listen to the Rest is Best podcast for more! You can also check me out on Instagram where I upload free content every few days to help you on your way to sleep success @halcyonsleep.

In today's episode I share my 5 top tips for helping your little one sleep longer stretches at night. Did you know that your baby's sleeping patterns are 50% pre-determined by genetics? Crazy huh? The good news is, you have complete control over the other 50% and you can set the scene for great sleep now and in the future. The 5 things I explore in this episode are:1. Environment & sleep hygiene2. Routines3. Sleep Associations4. Expectations5. Wait, Observe & RespondIf you want to learn more about helping your little one learn to sleep through the night and how to establish healthy sleep foundations please head to www.halcyonsleep.uk or check out @halcyonsleep on Instagram for more information! Plus for a limited time you can enrol in the Halcyon Sleep School course - 'All About Naps' absolutely FREE! Just head to www.halcyonsleep.uk, sign up to the mailing list and then enrol and access your course on your computer or smart device! Disclaimer: This podcast includes advice and information relating to the care of infants. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice and should only be used to supplement rather than replace advice given by your child's pediatrician. Always turn to your child's medical provider with any of your questions or concerns.

In today's episode I explore attachment theory and motherhood with Dr. Kim Hamilton, a psychotherapist from Darlington. We discuss some of the pressures that mothers feel, how children develop secure attachments and the role that their primary caregiver has in setting them up for a healthy and happy life through love, consistency and responding to their needs. I also share a bit of my own story with a mother who wasn't present and explain the difference between Attachment Theory and 'Attachment Parenting'. I debunk the myth and reassure you that if you need support with your child's sleep and that involves sleep coaching, you will not be damaging their ability to become securely attached. In light of Parental Mental Health Day on Jan 27th 2022, I wanted to highlight some support networks available to you. Being a parent can be overwhelming. Particularly in 2020/21 where your resources and support network have been restricted. It is so important that you seek help when you need it and sometimes that goes outside the realm of your friend, family or a sleep consultant.There are many different options for support in the UK & Australia & if you feel like you can't mange or you just want someone to talk to, there are people who can help.UKPHONE SUPPORT:Mind Infoline: 0300 123 3393 Shout: Text: 85258 Samaritans: 116 123 Familyline: 0808 802 6666INTERNET SUPPORT: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/ https://hubofhope.co.uk https://path-perinatal.eu https://maternalmentalhealthalliance.org https://www.themotherhoodgroup.comAustraliaPHONE SUPPORT: Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia (PANDA) Helpline: 1300 726 306 Parent Line: 1300 30 1300 Maternal & Child Health Line: 132 229INTERNET SUPPORT: https://www.beyondblue.org.au https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au https://www.mumspace.com.au/about- mumspace/ http://www.copmi.net.au/ https://gidgetfoundation.org.auDisclaimer: This podcast includes advice and information relating to the care of infants. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice and should only be used to supplement rather than replace advice given by your child's pediatrician. Always turn to your child's medical provider with any of your questions or concerns.

In this week's episode Laura talks All About Naps! She covers, why naps are so important for your baby's health & development, where, when and how you can get your baby to nap safely, how to resolve catnapping and how to optimise your baby's naps so that you can get the break that you so need an deserve during the day. She also answers your personal nap questions! Plus for a limited time you can enrol in the Halcyon Sleep School course - 'All About Naps' absolutely FREE! Just head to www.halcyonsleep.uk, sign up to the mailing list and then enrol and access your course on your computer or smart device! This week Halcyon Sleep partnered up with 13 amazing brands to bring you the Halcyon Sleep 12 days of Christmas. Thank you to the wonderful small businesses that are all taking part:EswynOut of the Chicken ShedCatkin Toys & GiftsBabykin ShopPots for TotsSleepy SundaysMummy & Baby WellnessBadabing BabiesORGANii Everyday OrganicsLittle a & co.Sarah Winskill Yoga & FitnessThe Tambourine SocialFollowing MontessoriIf you want to learn more about helping your little one learn to sleep through the night and how to establish healthy sleep foundations please head to www.halcyonsleep.uk or check out @halcyonsleep on Instagram for more information! Disclaimer: This podcast includes advice and information relating to the care of infants. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice and should only be used to supplement rather than replace advice given by your child's paediatrician. Always turn to your child's medical provider with any of your questions or concerns.

In today's episode Laura chats to Stella Parkin, Professional Advisor and Training Lead for The Lullaby Trust, about all things Safe Sleep. The Lullaby Trust is a charity based in the UK that is dedicated to providing emotional support for bereaved families, promoting expert advice on safer baby sleep and raising awareness of sudden infant death. They are committed to supporting research to understand why so many babies a year die suddenly and unexpectedly in the UK and to find out more about how to prevent these tragic deaths.We discuss the importance of knowing how to sleep your baby safely, what products you need and don't need and how you can significantly reduce the risk of SIDS and feel less anxious about the safety of your baby, by following safe sleep practises. The Big Give Christmas Challenge provides an amazing opportunity to ensure that the Lullaby Trust can reach more parents and carers with their life-saving safer sleep advice. You can get your donation matched pound-for-pound for free when you donate to us via the Big Give website between 12 midday on Tuesday 30th November and 12 midday on Tuesday 7th December, making twice the difference to thousands of babies born in the UK each year. 

This week's episode is all about teaching independent sleep!It may sounds strange but did you know babies aren't born with the skill of being able to fall asleep independently as they get older? They are born with a biological drive to sleep, but often we need to show them how. Today Laura discusses what teaching independent sleep is, why it can be beneficial for you and your family, what is involved and how by working with a sleep coach you can have your family sleeping more peacefully through loving sleep coaching support.She also announces the upcoming launch of Halcyon Sleep School! "Halcyon Sleep School takes the power & intimacy of 1:1 sleep support and the convenience and affordability of self-led sleep coaching, to give you an independent sleep coaching course that will have you and your family sleeping more peacefully again within a week!"Halcyon Sleep School opens it's doors on Thursday 25th November! If you want to learn more about helping your little one learn to sleep through the night and how to establish healthy sleep foundations please head to www.halcyonsleep.uk or check out @halcyonsleep on Instagram for more information! Reminder, teaching independent sleep is not something we look to do before 4 months of age. It is important to speak with your paediatrician to confirm your baby is ready. Disclaimer: This podcast includes advice and information relating to the care of infants. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice and should only be used to supplement rather than replace advice given by your child's paediatrician. Always turn to your child's medical provider with any of your questions or concerns.

Welcome to the Rest is Best a podcast by Halcyon Sleep.In this episode Laura introduces herself and then dives into the science of what happens to your baby's sleep at 4 months. She talks about the important biological changes your baby experiences and assures you that everything you're experiencing is completely normal!She also talks about how teaching independent sleep can help your little one learn to link sleep cycles through the night, giving everyone in your family a little more rest.If you want to learn more about your baby's sleep, head to www.halcyonsleep.uk or check Laura out on Instagram @halcyonsleep.And if you're really into the science of sleep (like we are Halcyon Sleep!) and want to learn more, Laura recommends reading 'Why we sleep' by Matthew Walker. Please note: Independent sleep can be taught from 4-5 months onwards. Before this age please continue to support your baby getting to sleep ☺️Disclaimer: This podcast includes advice and information relating to the care of infants. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice and should only be used to supplement rather than replace advice given by your child's pediatrician. Always turn to your child's medical provider with any of your questions or concerns.

Welcome to the Rest is Best podcast brought to you by Halcyon Sleep.My name is Laura Davis and as a mother and certified Baby & Toddler Sleep Coach, I firmly believe that when it comes to sleep, rest is best and how you get there is a unique and personal journey between you and your little one. But let's face its sometimes navigating that journey can be exhausting. That's why I've created this podcast. It's for mums, dads and parents to be who want practical, effective and uncomplicated advice to help you and your family get a little more rest.Laura x