Baby Sleep Training to Overcome Parental Exhaustion with Lucy Wolfe – E55
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Is sleep deprivation wreaking havoc on your household? In this episode, Charlène Gisèle speaks with Lucy, a renowned baby sleep consultant and parenting expert, to dive into the science and heart behind baby sleep training. With years of experience helping thousands of parents worldwide, Lucy offers invaluable insights into navigating the challenges of sleepless nights, creating better bedtime routines, and fostering healthier sleep habits for both babies and parents.
Charlène and Lucy explore how small adjustments in a child’s sleep environment can lead to significant improvements, how to ease parental anxiety around sleep, and why the process of teaching babies to sleep better often reflects on parents’ own habits and mental health. Whether you’re a new parent or have multiple children, this episode will leave you with practical tools to restore peace to your household.
“A well-rested baby leads to a well-rested family. Sleep is not just a baby’s skill—it’s a family practice.” – Lucy Wolfe
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- The most common sleep myths parents believe—and the truth behind them.
- Why four months is a crucial milestone for sleep training.
- How parents’ bedtime habits influence their children’s sleep patterns.
- Practical tips to help babies develop better sleep routines.
- How to address conflicts between partners regarding co-sleeping and transitioning to separate rooms.
- Strategies for alleviating mom guilt and balancing career with parenting.
Resources:
- Explore Lucy’s parenting guides and sleep training programs: Lucy’s Website
- Connect with Lucy on Instagram: @lucybabysleep
Connect with Charlène:
- Website: charlenegisele.com
- Instagram: @charlenegisele
- LinkedIn: Charlène Gisèle LinkedIn
- Facebook: Coached by Charlène
Key moments:
- 00:00 Introduction
- 03:50 When did Lucy first experience sleep challenges as a parent?
- 06:10 What are the biggest myths around baby sleep?
- 12:00 Why is four months a turning point in sleep development?
- 16:30 How can parents improve a baby’s sleep ability?
- 24:00 How does parental stress impact baby sleep?
- 29:45 What’s the ideal bedtime routine for babies?
- 35:15 How can couples navigate disagreements on baby sleep arrangements?
- 41:00 How can working moms manage career guilt and baby sleep challenges?
- 46:30 What does Lucy wish she knew before becoming a parent?
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