This episode of The POPPED Podcast, is Part 2 of our 5-part Sleep Series — a deep dive into the realities of infant sleep. Each week, we’re breaking down a different stage or challenge so you can understand the biology, the emotions, and the practical tools that make this season easier to navigate.

In this second episode, Dr. Emily Muery unpacks what’s really happening during the so-called 3–4 month sleep regression. Rather than a setback, this stage marks a massive leap forward in your baby’s brain and body.

You’ll learn:

• The science behind the shift from newborn sleep to more adult-like cycles.
• Why babies wake more often at this stage — and why it’s a sign of progress, not failure.
• The emotional weight parents feel when sleep suddenly falls apart.
• Practical ways to support your baby (and yourself) through this transition.
• How frequent night waking serves an evolutionary and protective purpose.

✨ Key takeaway: This isn’t a regression at all. It’s a normal, healthy progression — one that lays the foundation for more organized, restorative sleep in the future.

This episode is sponsored by The Final Punctuation

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