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Baby Sleep Answers Podcast

Andrea De La Torrewww.buzzsprout.com
A podcast to answer all your baby sleep questions. Short baby sleep minisodes to listen to while you feed baby or catch up on your chores or rest. Longer science-research heavy episodes and lots of guests ranging from famous psychiatrists to the mom, dad or couple next door who want to share their struggles with baby sleep.
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Episodes

023. The Second Week of sleep

What to expect the second week of sleep? How can you prep for it? What are some red flags that second week? You're in the right spot to learn all the baby sleep answers to those questions! go to babysleepanswers.com/podcast for Freebies and more!

Aug 09, 202310 minSeason 2Ep. 1

022. The FIRST week of Sleep

What to expect the first week of sleep? How can you prep for it? What are some red flags that first week? You're in the right spot to learn all the baby sleep answers to those questions! Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your FREE month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast

Aug 01, 202319 min

021. The 2 week Rule for Baby Sleep

This rule has changed my outlook on sleep. It has also helped hundreds of other families. The 2 week rule for baby sleep worries! Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your FREE month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast

Jun 20, 202312 minSeason 2Ep. 1

020. How to deal with advice from relatives

Great but simple tips on what to say to nosey relatives. I share three stories of how I dealt with sleep conversations I did not want to be having. Download your free early wakeups checklist under "freebies" when you clidk on babysleepanswers.com/podcast Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your FREE month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast...

Jun 15, 202318 minSeason 1Ep. 20

019. Daycare Sleep Tips

A quick episode filled with some tips for dealing with daycare sleep! Some mosquito complaints... And my biggest peace of advice at the end! Download your free early wakeups checklist under "freebies" when you clidk on babysleepanswers.com/podcast Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your FREE month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast...

Jun 06, 202311 minSeason 1Ep. 19

018. What is the 4 month sleep regression?

Why does it happen? What do you do when it hits? Is there any way to prevent it? All your 4 month sleep regression questions answered! Download your free early wakeups checklist under "freebies" when you clidk on babysleepanswers.com/podcast Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your FREE month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast...

May 30, 202317 minSeason 1Ep. 18

017. Why is my baby waking up SO EARLY?

Why do babies love to wake up at 5? I'll tell you the most common reasons babies and toddlers wake up early. I'll also share a very important mental exercise I do with my friends to ground ourselves when we are struggling, in a very long, BUT FUN introduction. Download your free early wakeups checklist under "freebies" when you clidk on babysleepanswers.com/podcast Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your FREE month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcas...

May 23, 202316 min

016. Sleep and Camping (GUEST)

I talk with Bailey, "Adventure Travel Mom" @spiritandguts, about her experiences with sleep and travel. She is an awesome human being who loves to travel and camp and explore ... and to do it with her baby and toddler in tow! I asked her what her worst night had been and it's pretty hilarious, but the advice she has for parents is why is this episode is worth a listen. Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your FREE month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/po...

May 16, 202323 min

015. What do I do with a Toddler when Baby needs a nap?!

My general tips to help you figure out what to do with a toddler when you're trying to get baby to nap: how to deal with a newborn who naps all day, how to help toddler be more independent, and some encouragement for this tough phase. Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your FREE month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast...

May 09, 202313 min

014. Which Regression is the Worst?

Learn about the most common regressions and why they happen. Which one is the worst according to me? What surprised me this year? I saw a lot of __ mo's this year and I'm not sure why! Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your FREE month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast

May 02, 202311 minSeason 1Ep. 14

012. When I gave Birth by myself in a hospital bathroom

Just a fun birth story I wanted to share since my baby turned 2! It includes Ambien, nurses who didn't believe me, going back and forth to the hospital... and me delivering my own baby over a toilet. Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your free month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast

Apr 25, 202313 minSeason 1Ep. 12

013. How can I get LONGER NAPS?

Easy to follow tips to lengthen your baby's naps... IF they need long naps! Listen to learn how to know if your baby needs long naps or not, and then how to help them get those heavenly-long naps for your own baby! And you'll find out why I did not enjoy my 2017 trip to California! Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast...

Apr 18, 202312 minSeason 1Ep. 13

011. How can Dad be more involved?

I talk with Jessica and Ben, the Balanced Birth Couple. They help couples prepare for birth, go through birth together, and talk about postpartum topics together to strengthen relationships. I had so much fun with this episode! Jess (childbirth educator and doula) and Ben (dad coach) are so genuine and have so much to offer. We talk about setting up expectations and great conversations to have to help mom AND dad be on the same team. check them out at http://instagram.com/balanced.birth.couple F...

Apr 11, 202339 minSeason 1Ep. 11

010. Should I Use White Noise?

White noise is an incredibly boring topic for me, but it is an incredible tool for babies, so enjoy this MINIsode where I tell you the ins and outs of white noise. I answer questions like: do I NEED Whitenoise? Does Whitenoise HELP with sleep? How LOUD should whitenoise be? What if my baby becomes ADDICTED to Whitenoise? Plus why we call it "bubbles" at my house. Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast...

Apr 04, 20238 minSeason 1Ep. 10

009. What is Baby Reflux? GUEST: The Baby Reflux Lady

If you suspect or know that your baby has reflux: you must listen to this episode! I talk with Áine Homer, a leading expert on Baby Reflux and what you can do about it. She is such a lovely human, I truly had such a fun time learning from her. She tells us how she became an expert, and how she helps families now. Plus some practical tips! When I was learning all I could about reflux for my own baby I bought her book and it was life changing so I KNEW I had to share her with my Baby Sleep Answers...

Mar 28, 202336 min

008. What I want all First Time Parents to know about Baby Sleep

Andrea was feeling nostalgic so she came up with 5 of the most important things she would tell herself as a first time mom. The fifth one can change your life (not exaggerating!). Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast

Mar 21, 202316 minSeason 1Ep. 8

007. How to know when to ask for Sleep Help (GUEST!)

We talk to mom of 3, Kelci, who worked with Andrea 3 years ago. Kelci tells us what it was like to reach out for help, and how that transformed her motherhood (besides the finally sleeping part). She talks about her experience of implementing tips she didn't think would work simply because she was at a loss (she was pregnant!) and her advice for new moms who may be struggling. If you'd like to learn more about working 1-1 with Andrea, or would like to ask for other sleep consultants who may matc...

Mar 21, 202322 minSeason 1Ep. 7

006. Is it BAD to Help Baby Fall Asleep?

I answer the question by speaking about one of the most famous baby sleep scientific studies ( pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2011427 ), and then digging deep into the science of sleep. DO babies wake up "more often" when helped to sleep? and more importantly: is that bad? Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast...

Mar 14, 202312 min

005. How do you get a Baby to Sleep on a Trip?

I am back from a weeklong trip to Mexico so find out how my three kiddos slept all week. Hint: 1/3 did great. Learn what my top 5 tips are for getting the most sleep when you're traveling with your little(s)... you probably won't like the fifth one. Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast...

Mar 07, 202319 minSeason 1Ep. 5

004. GUEST Who is Dr. Lakshmin? What is PPD/PPA?

I talk about Postpartum Depression and Anxiety with Psychiatrist and New York Times contributor Dr. Pooja Lakshmin. PPD and PPA: What can we do about it? How can we help someone who shows signs of it? And she tells us about her new book about self-care. You can find her at https://www.poojalakshmin.com/ Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast...

Feb 23, 202331 min

003. Why isn't my baby sleeping all night?

Learn 5 of the most common reasons babies do not sleep all night! Get to know a little bit about my hypersensitive son and how that's affected his sleep and about one of the first parents who worked with me who was SHOCKED just quick changes one one day got her son from waking up every 90 minutes to sleeping through the night. Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast...

Feb 23, 202320 minSeason 1Ep. 3

002. When I told parents to watch TV in the middle of the night (GUESTS)

Get to know Jordan and Robert. They worked with me in January 2023 and they share their sleep journey. We talk about making changes and figuring out schedules with a low sleep needs baby, we learn what their biggest takeaway was (hint: it has to do with WHAT to do during a split night) and we talk about asking for help. Join me for my first ever guest show! Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast...

Feb 22, 202315 minSeason 1Ep. 2

001. The singlemost important factor of Babysleep

The single most important thing to know for baby sleep. If you only listen to one podcast episode, let it be this one! You'll learn what wake windows are, why they are important, what exactly is overtired, and more! Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your month-by-month sleep tips, and a free wake window chart by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast

Feb 22, 202311 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Baby Sleep Answers Podcast Trailer

Get to know Andrea! Why should you spend your time listening to me? What’s my story? What can you expect from the Baby Sleep Answers Podcast? Listen to get all your answers. Follow me on instagram.com/babysleep.answers Get your month-by-month sleep tips by signing up here: babysleepanswers.com/podcast

Feb 22, 20239 min
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