Join Dr. Craig Canapari and Arielle Greenleaf as they explore the intricacies of children's sleep issues with clarity and a touch of levity. They'll unpack the science behind sleep and offer evidence-based strategies to improve nighttime routines. As the director of Yale's Pediatric Sleep Center and an accomplished author, Dr. Canapari brings a wealth of knowledge, while Arielle's expertise as a Pediatric Sleep Consultant provides practical insights for parents seeking tranquility at bedtime. Together, they're your guides to better sleep for your little ones—and for you.
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Join Dr. Craig Canapari and Arielle Greenleaf as they explore the intricacies of children's sleep issues with clarity and a touch of levity. They'll unpack the science behind sleep and offer evidence-based strategies to improve nighttime routines. As the director of Yale's Pediatric Sleep Center and an accomplished author, Dr. Canapari brings a wealth of knowledge, while Arielle's expertise as a Pediatric Sleep Consultant provides practical insights for parents seeking tranquility at bedtime. Together, they're your guides to better sleep for your little ones—and for you.
In our first mailbag episode, Arielle and I take a deep dive into your most pressing sleep-related questions, from the perfect setup for your toddler's room to managing sleep challenges in children with autism. We took YOUR questions from email and Instagram.
Timestamps:
[00:02:00] "What should the light setup be in a toddler's room?"
[00:03:23] "Can you immediately stop using a pacifier when sleep training?"
[00:05:39] "How to introduce room sharing?"
[00:08:31] "Tips for jet lag when flying overseas with kids?"
[00:11:30] "How much movement during sleep is typical in an elementary schooler?"
[00:15:05] "Is it okay to use melatonin for sleep issues in kids?"
[00:22:44] "How to manage bedtime for children with autism?"
[00:28:47] "Dealing with night nursing and weaning issues."
[00:36:00] "How do we break the cycle of bottle feeding and rocking to sleep for a 2-year-old?"
[00:39:00] "Will removing a nighttime sleep crutch result in split nights?"
[00:51:27] "Should weekend naps match daycare schedule for a 6-month-old?"
[00:53:10] "Recommendations for a 3-year-old inconsistent in taking naps."
[00:55:00] "How to handle a baby's strong preference for one parent at bedtime."
[00:57:16] "Helping a 6-year-old with congenital heart disease to sleep better."
Notable Quotes from the Episode:
"It should be dark enough in your kid's room that you can't read a book by the light." - Dr. Craig Canapari
"The sooner you can eliminate the pacifier, the better." - Arielle Greenleaf
"Kids adjust more quickly to new time zones than adults do." - Dr. Craig Canapari
"Melatonin is not a magic bullet. It's part of a broader strategy." - Dr. Craig Canapari
"Natural light is very helpful for adjusting to new time zones." - Arielle Greenleaf
"Being a little bit careful with screens before bedtime can help with jet lag." - Dr. Craig Canapari
"Restless leg syndrome in kids is typically associated with both sensory and sleep issues." - Dr. Craig Canapari
"Swap your child's fear of not having the pacifier with germophobia and you're all set." - Dr. Craig Canapari, humorously suggesting a strategy for weaning off pacifiers.
Links
Sleep edit episode with Dr. Garay
Room sharing links: Dr Canapari article in the NYT ; Dr Canapari article on his website
Melatonin for Children: A Guide for Parents
Melatonin overdoses are on the rise: why parents should worry
Solving Sleep Problems in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Guide for Frazzled Families
How to stop night feeds
AAP Safe Sleep Guideline 2022
Want to stop cosleeping? Here’s how
List of sleep training methods
Early morning awakenings: what to do about them
Got sleep questions? Drop us a line for a future episode
The Sleep Edit
Join Dr. Craig Canapari and Arielle Greenleaf as they explore the intricacies of children's sleep issues with clarity and a touch of levity. They'll unpack the science behind sleep and offer evidence-based strategies to improve nighttime routines. As the director of Yale's Pediatric Sleep Center and an accomplished author, Dr. Canapari brings a wealth of knowledge, while Arielle's expertise as a Pediatric Sleep Consultant provides practical insights for parents seeking tranquility at bedtime. Together, they're your guides to better sleep for your little ones—and for you.
