Latest Newmom Podcast Episodes
How do I accommodate my baby's naps during a busy summer schedule?
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - June 20, 2024 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsAmanda from Virginia asks, "How do I accommodate my 4-month old's naps while taking older siblings to camp, swimming, and summer activities?" __ MENTIONS Grab a quick free schedule! The Complete Schedule Guide: everything you need to know about naps 0-3yo! Little Z's® Sleep Consulting has h...
Is It Time to Push Bedtime Later? Adjusting Sleep Schedules for Your Toddler
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - June 18, 2024 09:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsEmily from Austin, Texas asks, "How do I know when it is time to push bedtime later? My son is 2.5 years old and is napping 2 hours per day. He is also at daycare and must nap for those 2 hours." __ Little Z's® Sleep Consulting has helped over 25,000 families Make Sleep A Thing through Newborn...
My child fights getting in bed and only wants to lay on the floor! What do I do?!
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - June 13, 2024 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsArin from Utah asks, "How do I convince my 4 year old to get in bed at bedtime? He fights lying down nearly every night and often prefers to sleep on the floor. Once he lays down, he is able to fall asleep within 10-15 minutes which makes his fighting so frustrating!" -- MENTIONS Toddler Cloc...
How do I get siblings to successfully share a room on vacation?
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - June 11, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsLaura from Latvia asks, "Any advice on how to prepare for vacation where we will be sleeping together in one room with a 1 and 2.5 year old?" -- MENTIONS Get the SlumberPod for easy room sharing! [Use code LITTLEZSLEEP to save $] How to use a Toddler Clock [Free Tutorial!] The Little Z's Tr...
Signs it's time to move toddler's nap later & how it impacts sleep
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - June 06, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsLauren from Newport News, Virginia asks, "You talk about pushing nap time to 12:30 PM around 18 months old. Do we need to make this nap shorter, or do we push bedtime later?" -- MENTIONS The Toddler Nap Regression Get a free schedule! __ Little Z's® Sleep Consulting has helped over 25,000 ...
Which comes first: potty train, move to an open bed or room share?
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - June 04, 2024 09:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsTiffany from Birmingham, Alabama asks, "My son is almost 3 years old and we are approaching three big transitions: potty training, open bed, and room sharing. What order do you suggest doing these in? I could use some advice. Thanks!" __ EPISODE MENTIONS: How To Potty Train While Still In th...
Child not sticking to their clock rules? Here's what to do!
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - May 30, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsAlyssa from Oslo, Norway asks, "I have a 4 year old who doesn't stick to the 'clock turning green rule' before coming out of the room, and they keep waking between 5 and 6 AM instead of 7 AM. What should I do?" MENTIONS: Get the EARLY MORNING WAKES GUIDE Read HOW TO DROP YOUR CHILD'S NAP T...
Will the Cry-It-Out Method work for a 22 month old?
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - May 28, 2024 09:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsBrittany from Clarksville, Tennessee asks, "Is 22 months too old to use the Cry-It-Out method? We sleep-trained with Ferber before when he was 6 months, but this method does not work now. We are regressing, pregnant with another baby, and desperate for sleep again." MENTIONS: Why I don't teac...
How to help my scared 4-year-old sleep with closed door?
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - May 23, 2024 10:45 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsWe're BACK with another question! By the way, if you want me to answer your question on the podcast next just send a DM on Instagram @littlezsleep with the first two words reading "Podcast Question" and then ask away! Today's episode we're covering Jamie's question about her child who is afrai...
Can I Sleep Train My 3 Month Old?
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - May 21, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsWe're BACK with a new version of the Little Z's Sleep Podcast! Each episode will answer a question that has come through @littlezsleep DM box and Becca answers!! New episodes drop every Tuesday and Thursday! In this episode a question from Jade comes in: How to make it from the three-month ma...
Inspiring Tomorrow’s Leaders to Do Something
Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast - March 06, 2024 10:45 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsFrom addressing climate change to destigmatizing mental health, young people are stepping up as leaders to create a better world. Our hosts talked with DeNora Getachew, CEO of DoSomething.org, to learn how we can empower youth to create change. DeNora shares about the causes most important to yo...
Reimagining What Schools Look Like
Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast - February 21, 2024 10:24 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsIt’s time to think creatively about school reform! Co-CEO of Transcend Education Aylon Samouha joined the show to share the latest in school transformation. Tune in to explore the purpose of education, innovative learning models and the journey towards creating extraordinary, equitable learning ...
Behind the Scenes in the School Cafeteria
Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast - February 07, 2024 10:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsHow can families partner with schools to ensure their children are enjoying nutritious meals? Our hosts talked with Briana Webster-Campbell, the managing director of Center for Best Practices at No Kid Hungry to get an inside look into the school cafeteria. Briana shares how schools determine wh...
Promising Practices in Rural Schools
Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast - January 24, 2024 10:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsInnovations in rural schools are paving the way for more successful futures for our youth! Tune in as Michael Gonzalez, executive director of the Rural Schools Innovation Zone shares about the challenges rural schools face and how they’re facing them head on. From expanding career and technical ...
Advocating for an Accurate, Well-Rounded Curriculum
Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast - January 10, 2024 10:04 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsHow is the political climate shaping the curricula in schools today? From book bans to censorship, our guest Denise Forte, president and CEO of the Education Trust, delves into the tensions facing education today. Tune in to discover current challenges and bright spots and to explore where we go...
Why Is My Toddler Waking In The Night
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - December 14, 2023 09:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsIs your toddler waking in the night all of a sudden, leaving you at a loss? Whether your toddler is typically a rock star sleeper or one that keeps you on your toes, night wakings and early morning wakings are never something we look forward to or embrace as parents. Believe it or not, it can ...
Three Ages When Separation Anxiety Peaks
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - November 16, 2023 16:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsIs your child going through crazy separation anxiety?! There are actually 3 ages where we can pinpoint when separation anxiety will peak and, you know me!!! I’m not only going to talk about what those ages are and how they impact sleep, but I’m also going to flip the script on how you’re seeing...
How Long Does A Sleep Regression Last
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - November 09, 2023 09:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsWhat if I told you there is a simple way to identify whether your child is experiencing a developmental sleep regression or a new sleepless habit? In this podcast episode I am teaching you exactly what you need to know when it comes to understanding the difference between sleep regressions and...
How Schools Can Challenge All High Achievers
Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast - November 08, 2023 10:15 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsFrom supplemental instruction to grade skipping, there are options when it comes to challenging our most advanced learners, but these opportunities can be hard to access. Brandon Wright, editorial director at the Thomas B. Fordham Institute joins the show to share best practices in gifted educat...
5 Month Old Sleep Schedule
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - November 02, 2023 09:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsWe hear about 4 month olds because of the 4 month sleep regression. And then we jump to 6-8 month olds as they move to a 2-nap schedule. But what about the 5 month olds?! I am so passionate about this age because this is an ideal time for you to develop good sleep habits for your baby!! So i...
Preparing Educators to Engage Families
Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast - October 25, 2023 10:45 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsHow do teachers find the most effective ways to engage families? Teachers often learn from their colleagues and even their own experiences as students. In this episode, Dr. Soo Hong, researcher and professor at Wellesley College, highlights the lack of formal family engagement training and the s...
How Little Z's Sleep Trains 4 Month Olds
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - October 19, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsIf you’re wondering what exactly is different about Little Z's sleep training plans, or why you should follow one of our plans instead of just asking Google for help, then you will love today’s podcast episode that we’re bringing back from the vault! While there are a lot of different ways that...
How to be an Ally to Transgender Youth
Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast - October 11, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsAs new state and local laws target LGBTQ+ students, what can families do to ensure schools treat all students with care and empathy? Teen transgender activist Harleigh Walker and her father, Jeff Walker, join the show to share their advocacy experience. They highlight how harmful policies are i...
What Is Elimination Communication? Go Diaper Free for your baby!
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - October 05, 2023 09:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsHave you ever heard of Elimination Communication? I certainly had not until about 2-3 years ago. Well, it turns out there is someone who is quite the expert on Elimination Communication, or EC, and we have her on the podcast today! In this episode, we are talking to Andrea Olson of Go Diaper F...
Potty Training 101 With Allison Jandu
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - September 28, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsWe are in the middle of a series here at Little Z’s all about potty training. Last week we covered potty training in an open bed and this week I am bringing you a conversation that I had with Alison Jandu, who is the Potty Training Consultant. She is so wise and has some amazing books, courses a...
Playground Politics: How Kids Make Friends
Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast - September 27, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsFriendships are a cornerstone of childhood, but some kids have an easier time making friends than others. We talked to psychologist, author and friendship expert, Dr. Eileen Kennedy-Moore to learn how families can support their children in building and maintaining healthy relationships with thei...
Nighttime Potty Training With Boys
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - September 21, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsWe are starting a mini series all about potty training and in today’s episode, I interview Sarah Leach, our lead sleep consultant here at Little Z’s. We are going through how she nighttime potty trained her boys when they were in an open bed. Sarah has so many tips to share, and if you are a b...
The Two Under Two Phase
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - September 14, 2023 09:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsIf you’re listening to this podcast, you’re probably in a phase where you feel surrounded by diapers, endlessly counting down to nap, and wondering if you’ll ever see a full night of sleep?! I get it! My two girls are 18 months apart, and oh man…there are still times I see that “2 Under 2” as a ...
How to Talk with Your Kids About Addiction
Notes from the Backpack: A PTA Podcast - September 13, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsMany parents feel unsure when they should start talking to their children about addiction and even more uncertain about what to say. In this episode, author and educator, Jessica Lahey, offers practical tips and guidance for having conversations about drug and alcohol abuse. She draws on the lat...
How To Manage Life With A Newborn And Toddler
Little Z's Sleep Podcast - September 07, 2023 09:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 291 ratingsThis was the #1 downloaded episode from the last year and it’s all about managing your routines and life with a new baby and a toddler! In this episode we’re sharing what this could be like for you and your family as you keep sleep a thing even in the midst of such a big transition. GET MY FREE...