In this week's episode of Empowering Postpartum, host Jessi Sletten invites Pediatric Sleep Specialists Paige LeGault and Lindsey Burchfield from Parenting Practice of Colorado to explore the elusive world of baby sleep.

With insights on postpartum wellness, partner involvement, and safe sleep practices, this episode offers a comprehensive guide to preparing for and navigating the challenges of newborn sleep while promoting a restful environment for the whole family.

Guest Info:

Paige LeGault & Lindsey Burchfield are friends and sleep obsessed mamas and co-founders of Parenting Practice of Colorado, where they exhausted parents take control of their child’s sleep since 2019. Working with Paige & Lindsey allows moms and dads to feel rested and energized again, slash anxiety around the sleep experience, and confidently know how to meet their baby or toddler’s sleep needs. They work with parents and caregivers in the continental US and beyond, from pregnancy through 12 years of age. The vast majority of clients who work with Paige & Lindsey have tried all of the sleep tips, tricks, and gadgets but still have a baby or toddler that is not sleeping well. Parenting Practice of Colorado helps bring clarity to why that is happening and finally help families achieve that full night’s rest they so desperately deserve.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/parentingpracticeco/

Collaboration with Empowering Postpartum:

4th Trimester Guide + The Sleep Farm (0-3 months)

Show Notes:

Intro: 0:00

• Jessi Sletten welcomes listeners to this week’s episode: “Sweet Dreams: Getting Sleep with a Baby IS Possible”
• Special guests: Paige LeGault and Lindsey Burchfield, Pediatric Sleep specialists, founders of Parenting Practice of Colorado join

1. Postpartum Wellness and Sleep Accessibility (3:56)

• Addressing unrealistic expectations around sleep for new parents and the importance of accessible sleep education.

2. Sleep Training for New Parents (5:58)

• Expert advice on laying healthy sleep foundations for newborns to avoid the need for sleep training.

3. Prioritizing Sleep for Newborns and Parents (7:46)

• Emphasis on prioritizing sleep education to lay healthy sleep foundations for newborns and parents.

4. Pregnancy and Postpartum Care Through Education (8:56)

• Importance of pre-pregnancy education for new mothers in postpartum care.

5. New Mom's Sleep Challenges with Baby (10:44)

• Tips on addressing challenges such as establishing feeding rhythms and day-night distinction for newborns.

6. Establishing Bedtime Routines (12:21)

• Importance of starting a consistent bedtime routine from day one to help babies prepare for sleep.

7. Developing Night Rituals for Babies and Realistic Expectations (13:55)

• Suggestions for developing night rituals to aid babies in sleeping through the night.

8. Newborn Sleep Habits and Routines (15:47)

• Tips on regulating cortisol and melatonin levels through consistent bedtime routines.

9. Newborn Sleep and Independence (18:36)

• Strategies for fostering independence in newborns' sleep habits.

10. Helping Parents Overcome Dependence on One Way of Sleeping (21:03)

• Advice on overcoming dependence on specific sleep methods and practicing self-care.

11. Newborn Sleep and Swaddling Techniques (22:22)

• Tips on creating a sleep-conducive environment for newborns, including swaddling techniques.

12. Parenting Tips for Newborns and Breastfeeding (27:53)

• Encouragement for parents to try different methods and follow baby's cues for sleep training.

13. Postpartum Support and Bonding with Partners (31:05)

• Importance of partner involvement in postpartum care and bonding.

14. Safe Sleep Practices for Newborns (41:35)

• Recommendations for creating a safe sleep area for newborns.

15. Creating a Sleep-Conducive Environment (44:25)

• Expert advice on creating a sleep-conducive environment for babies.

Outro: 46:18

• Jessi thanks listeners for tuning in and highlights the resources offered by Parenting Practice including their collaboration with her 4th Trimester Guide.