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How Long 'Til Bedtime? | Sleep and Parenting Podcast

How Long 'Til Bedtime? | Sleep and Parenting Podcast

Di: Allison Egidi | Pediatric Sleep Coach
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From baby sleep to toddler sleep, daycare naps to sleep training—this is the podcast for parents who want practical, guilt-free sleep tips. Hosted by pediatric sleep coach Allison Egidi, How Long 'Til Bedtime? delivers real solutions for everything from navigating newborn sleep struggles and weaning night feedings to helping your 3-year-old fall asleep independently (and stay asleep!). Whether you're trying to make sense of daycare sleep patterns, desperately want your evenings back, or just need a working mom podcast to keep you grounded, we've got you covered.2021 Sleep and Wellness Coach, LLC Genitorialità e famiglie Relazioni
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  • 262. How to Handle the Fall Time Change With Babies, Toddlers & Kids

    262. How to Handle the Fall Time Change With Babies, Toddlers & Kids
    Oct 20 2026
    Free Fall Time Change Cheat Sheet Want an easy way to map out your child's schedule for the fall time change? Allison's free Fall Time Change Cheat Sheet allows you to plug in your child's current sleep schedule and see exactly how to adjust naps and bedtime on Sunday. ____________________________ This year, Halloween falls the night before the clocks fall back. Here's how to handle both. The fall time change can be tough on babies, toddlers, and kids, especially when "falling back" suddenly turns a 6:30 a.m. wakeup into 5:30 a.m. In this episode, pediatric sleep coach Allison Egidi walks parents through exactly how to handle the fall time change without spending a week trying to shift their child's sleep schedule. She explains why she doesn't recommend gradually adjusting your child's schedule in the days before the clocks change and shares a simple plan for getting through the transition in about 24 to 48 hours. This year, there's an added wrinkle: Halloween falls on the Saturday night before the fall time changes. Allison talks about how to handle a later Halloween bedtime, what to expect Sunday morning, and how to get your child back on track. She also shares an update on the Sunshine Protection Act, including where the legislation stands and why the American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends permanent standard time rather than permanent daylight saving time. In this episode, Allison covers: Why the fall time change can lead to early morning wakeups Why babies and toddlers can be particularly sensitive to the time change Why she does not recommend gradually shifting your child's schedule before the clocks change What to do with naps on the Sunday after the time change How much to adjust bedtime on Sunday night Why you should return to your regular schedule on Monday How a rescue bedtime can help when your child is overtired How to handle the fall time change when Halloween causes a later bedtime Specific tips for newborns and children who no longer nap How morning light can help reset your child's body clock Why consistent bedtime routines are especially important during a time change What parents need to know about the Sunshine Protection Act How long it typically takes kids to adjust to the new schedule Have Questions After the Time Change? Allison will be hosting a free Fall Time Change Sleep Q&A on Friday, November 6 at 12 p.m. ET on Instagram and Facebook. Bring your questions about early wakings, messy naps, Halloween sleep, or anything else that comes up during the transition. Chapter Markers: 00:00 A Funny Mom Life Story About a Clean Office 02:28 Fall Time Change: What Parents Need to Know 03:11 The Fall Time Change and 5 AM Wakeups 04:00 Sunshine Protection Act Update 05:33 Why Permanent Standard Time May Be Better for Sleep 06:30 Why the Fall Time Change Is Hard on Kids 07:56 Why You Shouldn't Shift Your Child's Schedule Ahead of Time 08:50 What to Do on Saturday Night 09:30 The Sunday Plan: Adjusting Naps and Bedtime 10:18 Why Monday Is the Key to Getting Back on Track 11:00 Using a Rescue Bedtime After the Time Change 11:45 How to Handle Halloween and the Time Change 12:43 Tips for Newborns and Older Kids 14:00 Morning Light, Routines, and Other Sleep Tips 15:06 The Simple 24–48 Hour Fall Time Change Plan 16:00 Free Fall Time Change Cheat Sheet + Sleep Q&A Click here to listen to the episode on YouTube Looking for expert guidance on your child's sleep? Allison offers two free age-specific guides to help you discover how much sleep kids need to thrive—at any age. Get your free copy now: 0-2 Years Old or 3 to 10 years old From baby sleep to toddler sleep, daycare naps to sleep training—How Long 'Til Bedtime? is the podcast for parents who want practical, guilt-free sleep tips they can actually use. Hosted by pediatric sleep coach Allison Egidi, each episode delivers real solutions for every stage—from navigating newborn sleep struggles and weaning night feedings to helping your 3-year-old fall asleep independently (and stay asleep!). Whether you're trying to make sense of daycare sleep patterns, craving your evenings back, or simply need a working mom podcast to keep you grounded, you're in the right place. Want more from Allison? Sign up here to get her weekly email with podcast updates and other helpful parenting topics. Enjoying How Long 'Til Bedtime? Your rating and review help Allison reach and support more parents. On Apple Podcasts: Click here, scroll to the bottom, rate the show, and tap "Write a Review." On Spotify: Click here to leave a rating or review. Don't miss an episode—subscribe so you're always up to date! Connect with Allison: Instagram | Facebook | Website | YouTube
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    17 min
  • 261. Can't Fall Asleep Because Your Mind Is Racing? Plus 2 More Great Sleep Questions from Students and Parents

    261. Can't Fall Asleep Because Your Mind Is Racing? Plus 2 More Great Sleep Questions from Students and Parents
    Oct 13 2026
    What do you do when your child's brain won't shut off at bedtime? Can years of poor sleep habits be changed? And how long should you give a new sleep strategy before deciding whether it works? In this episode, pediatric sleep and wellness coach Allison Egidi answers three thoughtful questions she received from middle school students, high school students, and a parent during recent sleep presentations at a school in Washington, DC. First, Allison tackles a common challenge for tweens and teens: trouble falling asleep because of racing thoughts. She explains why the brain can become especially busy once the distractions of the day disappear and shares two simple strategies to help kids settle their minds at bedtime. She also answers a question many teens may wonder about: Can a messed-up sleep schedule during the teen years affect sleep as an adult? Allison shares her own experience of struggling with sleep throughout childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood before learning how to sleep well later in life. Her message is encouraging: it is never too late to improve your sleep, but that doesn't mean teens should wait. Sleep matters for their health, mood, learning, focus, immune system, athletic performance, and safety behind the wheel right now. Finally, Allison talks about how long to try a new strategy when you're working to improve your child's sleep. She encourages parents to think of sleep changes as an experiment. In this episode, Allison discusses: Why tweens and teens may have racing thoughts at bedtime How guided sleep meditation can help kids settle their minds Why counting backward from 100 can be an effective sleep strategy Whether poor sleep habits during adolescence can be changed later Why teen sleep matters for health, learning, mood, sports, and driving safety How to approach sleep changes as an experiment Which sleep changes may produce quick results Why other sleep changes can take a few weeks What parents should track before bedtime to identify sleep patterns Why it's never too late to learn how to sleep well How parents can keep talking to their kids about why sleep matters Resources mentioned in this episode: Episode 187. Teen Sleep & Anxiety: What a 12th Grader Wants Parents to Know with Lizzie Pisani Episode 252. Middle School & High School Sleep: How to Help Your Child Succeed This School Year Chapter Markers: 00:00 – Why Kids' Sleep Questions Matter 03:24 – Can't Fall Asleep Because Your Mind Is Racing? 05:50 – How to Calm Racing Thoughts at Bedtime 08:15 – Should Phones Be Used for Sleep Meditation? 09:10 – The 100-to-Zero Sleep Trick for Kids 10:35 – Can a Teen Sleep Schedule Affect Adult Sleep? 12:59 – Why Teen Sleep Matters Right Now 14:10 – How Long Should You Try a New Sleep Strategy? 15:22 – Treating Sleep Problems Like an Experiment 16:45 – How Quickly Can Sleep Changes Work? 17:48 – Sleep Routines That Help a Racing Mind 19:05 – How to Track What's Affecting Your Child's Sleep 20:17 – Keep Talking to Your Kids About Why Sleep Matters Give your child the gift of better sleep. Allison's free, age-specific guides show you exactly how many hours of rest kids need to grow, learn, and thrive—no matter their age. Get your free copy now: 0-2 Years Old or 3 to 10 years old From baby sleep to toddler sleep, daycare naps to sleep training—How Long 'Til Bedtime? is the podcast for parents who want practical, guilt-free sleep tips they can actually use. Hosted by pediatric sleep coach Allison Egidi, each episode delivers real solutions for every stage—from navigating newborn sleep struggles and weaning night feedings to helping your 3-year-old fall asleep independently (and stay asleep!). Whether you're trying to make sense of daycare sleep patterns, craving your evenings back, or simply need a working mom podcast to keep you grounded, you're in the right place. Want more from Allison? Sign up here to get her weekly email with podcast updates and other helpful parenting topics. Enjoying How Long 'Til Bedtime? Your rating and review help Allison reach and support more parents. On Apple Podcasts: Click here, scroll to the bottom, rate the show, and tap "Write a Review." On Spotify: Click here to leave a rating or review. Don't miss an episode—subscribe so you're always up to date! Connect with Allison: Instagram | Facebook | Website | YouTube
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    21 min
  • 260. How to Raise a Good Sleeper: Why the Way You Talk About Sleep Matters

    260. How to Raise a Good Sleeper: Why the Way You Talk About Sleep Matters
    Oct 6 2026
    What if raising a good sleeper isn't just about having the right bedtime routine or sleep schedule? What if the way you talk about sleep matters too? In this episode, pediatric sleep and wellness coach Allison Egidi explains how the words we use about sleep can shape how children think about themselves as sleepers and influence their relationship with sleep for years to come. Allison explains why parents need to first make sure their child is actually sleeping well. Once the foundation is in place, positive and intentional language can help children see themselves as someone who knows how to sleep well. She shares how to: Help your child develop a positive identity around sleep Start talking intentionally about being a "good sleeper" around 15 months Celebrate good sleep and reinforce healthy sleep habits Talk to kids about why sleep matters for their bodies, learning, energy, and well-being Model a positive attitude toward sleep through your own words and behavior Help children become curious about what affects their sleep Avoid labeling your child a "bad sleeper" or "terrible sleeper" Teach kids that a difficult night doesn't mean they are destined to struggle with sleep Allison also shares examples from her own family and explains how positive conversations about sleep helped one of her daughters develop the belief that she is a good sleeper. One important distinction: you can't simply tell a child they're a good sleeper and expect the words to make it true. If sleep isn't going well, the first step is figuring out what needs to change. Once they're actually sleeping well, positive language becomes meaningful and powerful. Ultimately, raising a good sleeper isn't just about helping your child sleep well tonight. It's about helping them grow up believing they can sleep well and can get back to good sleep when something gets in the way. Resources mentioned in this episode: Episode 16. Helping Your Child Identify As a Good Sleeper with Ainsley Egidi Episode 182. How To Respond When Your Child Says They Are Tired Chapter Markers: 00:00 – Why the Way You Talk About Sleep Matters 02:16 – How Your Child's Sleep Mindset Can Affect Sleep 04:41 – How to Help Your Child Become a Good Sleeper 07:08 – When to Start Calling Your Child a Good Sleeper 09:33 – Why Positive Sleep Language Has to Match Reality 12:00 – How to Talk to Kids About Why Sleep Matters 14:21 – What to Do When Your Child Says, "I'm Tired" 16:45 – How Parents Can Model Healthy Sleep Habits 19:07 – Teaching Kids to Bounce Back From a Bad Night of Sleep 21:32 – Why You Shouldn't Label Your Child a "Bad Sleeper" 23:55 – Raising a Child Who Believes They Can Sleep Well Click here to listen to the episode on YouTube Wondering if your child is getting enough sleep? Allison's free guides take the guesswork out of bedtime. Learn the optimal sleep ranges for every age so your little one can feel their best—day after day. Get your free copy now: 0-2 Years Old or 3 to 10 years old From baby sleep to toddler sleep, daycare naps to sleep training—How Long 'Til Bedtime? is the podcast for parents who want practical, guilt-free sleep tips they can actually use. Hosted by pediatric sleep coach Allison Egidi, each episode delivers real solutions for every stage—from navigating newborn sleep struggles and weaning night feedings to helping your 3-year-old fall asleep independently (and stay asleep!). Whether you're trying to make sense of daycare sleep patterns, craving your evenings back, or simply need a working mom podcast to keep you grounded, you're in the right place. Want more from Allison? Sign up here to get her weekly email with podcast updates and other helpful parenting topics. Enjoying How Long 'Til Bedtime? Your rating and review help Allison reach and support more parents. On Apple Podcasts: Click here, scroll to the bottom, rate the show, and tap "Write a Review." On Spotify: Click here to leave a rating or review. Don't miss an episode—subscribe so you're always up to date! Connect with Allison: Instagram | Facebook | Website | YouTube
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    25 min
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