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Creating Well-Rested Families

Unnati Patel, MPH—Baby Sleep Consultant

40 episodes

4 months ago

Text us your sleep questions. The witching hour with your baby can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve tried everything and your baby is still fussy, crying, and fighting sleep in the evening. This late afternoon or evening fussiness is one of the most common baby sleep struggles, and today I’m giving you 5 practical, parent-tested ways to survive the witching hour and help your baby settle faster. Whether you’re dealing with a fussy newborn, a baby who needs constant soothing, or you’r...

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Text us your sleep questions. The witching hour with your baby can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve tried everything and your baby is still fussy, crying, and fighting sleep in the evening. This late afternoon or evening fussiness is one of the most common baby sleep struggles, and today I’m giving you 5 practical, parent-tested ways to survive the witching hour and help your baby settle faster. Whether you’re dealing with a fussy newborn, a baby who needs constant soothing, or you’r...

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Episodes (20/40)

Creating Well-Rested Families

5 Things to Help You Survive the Witching Hour With Your Fussy Baby

Text us your sleep questions. The witching hour with your baby can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve tried everything and your baby is still fussy, crying, and fighting sleep in the evening. This late afternoon or evening fussiness is one of the most common baby sleep struggles, and today I’m giving you 5 practical, parent-tested ways to survive the witching hour and help your baby settle faster. Whether you’re dealing with a fussy newborn, a baby who needs constant soothing, or you’r...

4 months ago

16 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

Separation Anxiety in Babies and Toddlers: What It Is, How to Help, and What Not to Do at Bedtime

Text us your sleep questions. Is your baby suddenly waking more at night? Crying the second you leave the room? Refusing naps or bedtime routines they used to handle just fine? It could be separation anxiety—a completely normal (but totally exhausting) phase many babies and toddlers go through. In this episode of Creating Well-Rested Families, I’m breaking down: What separation anxiety actually is and why it’s a good sign for your child’s developmentWhen separation anxiety typically starts (a...

5 months ago

16 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

How to Reset Your Baby or Toddler’s Sleep Routine After a Chaotic Weekend

Text us your sleep questions. Life with little ones can feel chaotic, especially when sleep routines get thrown off. In this episode of Creating Well-Rested Families, I’m sharing why I took a short break, what real life has looked like behind the scenes, and how our family hit reset after a weekend full of overstimulation and late nights. If you're a parent trying to get your baby or toddler back on a consistent sleep schedule—or just craving a return to calmer days—this episode is packed wit...

5 months ago

16 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

From Sleep Deprived to Empowered: How to Let Go & Get Support in Motherhood

Text us your sleep questions. Have you ever felt trapped by your child’s sleep schedule? Like you have to be the one doing bedtime, the one waking up at night, the one carrying the weight of sleep struggles? I’ve been there. For almost a year, my oldest daughter relied on me for sleep—meaning no flexibility, no breaks, and no trips without major stress. But this past week, I attended the Mom 2.0 Summit for three days, and you know what? My kids slept just fine without me. My husband han...

6 months ago

23 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

Baby & Toddler Sleep Tips for Night Wakings, Short Naps, Dropping Night Feeds, & Early Rising: Instagram LIVE Q&A

Text us your sleep questions. Struggling with baby or toddler sleep problems? In this special episode, I’m sharing a recent live Instagram Q&A session, answering real questions from parents just like you! 👉 Is your baby waking up crying at night and needing to be rocked back to sleep? 👉 Dealing with early morning wakings (EMW) no matter what you do? 👉 Wondering if it’s okay to re-sleep train after co-sleeping? 👉 Frustrated with daycare not giving your baby naps? We cover...

7 months ago

38 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

Family Travel Lessons: What Worked, What Didn’t, & How to Make Your Next Trip With Babies, Toddlers, and Children a Whole Lot Smoother

Text us your sleep questions. Planning a family vacation? Learn from our recent trip to Hyatt Ziva Riveria Cancun as I share real-life travel wins, lessons learned, and tips to make traveling with kids easier! From navigating late flights and hotel room upgrades to maximizing kids’ clubs and packing smarter, this episode is packed with practical advice for parents traveling with their littles. You’ll hear: Why I’ll never book a late arrival flight againThe must-have items that mad...

7 months ago

29 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

How Brain Health & Sensory Processing Impact Sleep: Helping Neurodivergent & Neurotypical Kids Sleep Better with Jess Toews of Brainvive

Text us your sleep questions. If bedtime feels like a never-ending battle, and your child struggles with sensory sensitivities, ADHD, autism, or just can’t seem to settle down, you are not alone. Sleep challenges are super common—especially for neurodivergent kids—but the good news is, there are ways to help. In this episode of Creating Well-Rested Families, I’m chatting with Jess Toews, Co-founder and CEO of Brainvive, about the deep connection between brain health, sensory processing, and s...

8 months ago

38 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

Breastfeeding vs. Formula, Bottle or Nipple Refusal, & Baby Feeding Myths with Fed Is Best Authors

Text us your sleep questions. Feeding your baby can feel overwhelming with all the conflicting advice out there. In today’s episode, I sit down with the authors of Fed Is Best and the founders of the Fed Is Best Foundation to bust common feeding myths and provide evidence-based guidance on infant feeding. We discuss: 🍼 The realities of breastfeeding vs. formula feeding and why both can support a thriving baby ❌ Bottle refusal & nipple confusion—what it is and how to navigate it 📊 How to k...

8 months ago

1 hour 12 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

Season 2: Mom Life, Sleep Tips & Big Changes Ahead!

Text us your sleep questions. Welcome to Season 2 of Creating Well-Rested Families! In this kickoff episode, I’m catching you up on what’s been happening behind the scenes, sharing some heartfelt reminders for moms in the thick of it, and, of course, giving you some helpful baby and toddler sleep tips. Plus, I’m unveiling some exciting changes coming to Nested to Rested Sleep! ✨ Here’s what you’ll hear in this episode: ✅ Life and business updates (hello, new season!) ✅ Encourageme...

8 months ago

19 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

Group Sleep Coaching: Family Sleep Wins from Night 1 of Baby Sleep Training

Text us your sleep questions. In this episode, hear firsthand from families in my 5-day beta group coaching program as they celebrate their sleep wins after just night 1 of implementing our gentle sleep training methods. Keep in mind names of families and babies have not been shared to maintain privacy and confidentiality. From longer stretches of sleep to newfound confidence in bedtime routines, these stories showcase the incredible transformations that are possible when you have expe...

10 months ago

20 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

Is Your Baby Ready for Solids to Why Your Toddler is a Picky Eater: Answers from Kary with Solid Starts

Text us your sleep questions. In this episode of Creating Well-Rested Families, I am sharing the audio from an Instagram LIVE I did a few months back with Kary from the Solid Starts team. We chat about starting solids and how it can impact your baby’s sleep. We dive into essential topics, including how to know if your baby is ready to start solids, the connection between mealtime routines and better sleep, and tips to make starting solids less overwhelming for parents. We also discuss ...

11 months ago

42 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

How to Manage Your Baby's Sleep During the Holidays: Naps, Bedtime, and Travel

Text us your sleep questions. The holiday season is magical—but it can wreak havoc on your baby’s sleep schedule! In this episode, I’m sharing expert tips to help you manage your baby’s sleep during the busiest time of the year. Whether you're traveling, attending holiday gatherings, or hosting family at home, you’ll learn how to: Plan your travel around your baby’s naps and bedtimeRecreate a cozy and familiar sleep environment anywhereHandle late nights and overstimulation during holi...

11 months ago

21 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

FAQ: Dropping Naps, Toddler Quiet Time, Starting Sleep Training, Dropping Pacifier, Four Month Sleep Regression

Text us your sleep questions. In this episode, I’m answering four baby sleep questions submitted over on Instagram this week! We’ll cover topics like when to start sleep training a 3-4 month old, how to use the pacifier without it becoming a habit or dropping it if it already is one, transitioning a toddler from no nap to quiet time, and fading out sleep associations. Tune in for practical advice on managing your baby’s sleep challenges and encouraging longer, more restful sleep...

12 months ago

18 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

Managing Potty Training and Sleep For Your Toddler: With Guest Expert Jessica from Rooted in Routine

Text us your sleep questions. In this episode, I’m joined by Jessica from Rooted in Routine, who shares expert insights on how to successfully manage two big milestones in a toddler’s life: potty training and sleep routines. For many parents, the challenges of sleep regressions, nighttime accidents, and potty training setbacks can feel overwhelming. Jessica helps us tackle these topics with practical advice to help parents support their child’s development without compromising on sleep. ...

1 year ago

39 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

FAQ: Dropping Night Feeds, Nap Transitions, Short Sleep Cycles, and Sleep Associations

Text us your sleep questions. In this short episode, I’m answering three baby sleep questions submitted over on Instagram this week! We’ll cover topics like night feeds for a 5-month-old, how to know when your baby is ready for a 3-nap schedule, and what to do if your 8-month-old baby only sleeps one sleep cycle at bedtime. These tips are designed to help you navigate nap transitions and improve your baby’s independent sleep. Tune in for practical advice on managing your baby’s ...

1 year ago

13 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

Navigating Solo Parenting While Married to Medicine: A Chat with Sarah Parkhurst of Previa Alliance

Text us your sleep questions. In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Parkhurst of Previa Alliance to discuss the unique challenges of navigating solo parenting while being married to medicine. We share personal stories, including how we met our significant others and the realities of marriage in the medical field, from the loneliness and isolation it can bring to the struggles of maintaining a healthy relationship. We dive deep into tough topics like coping with pregnancy loss, dealing with i...

1 year ago

46 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

Busted: Why Formula or Cereal Won't Improve Your Baby's Sleep

Text us your sleep questions. In this episode of Creating Well-Rested Families, we’re diving into a popular baby sleep myth: "Will giving your baby a formula bottle or adding cereal to their bottle help them sleep better or longer?" Many tired parents have tried these methods in hopes of improving sleep. I know I sure did with my daughter. Guilty. But do they actually work? Listen for the full breakdown and what you should do instead for better sleep. Supplemental Resource...

1 year ago

10 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

FAQ: When Will My Baby Sleep Through the Night?

Text us your sleep questions. Have you ever googled "When will my baby sleep through the night?"... In this episode of Creating Well-Rested Families, we’re diving into one of the most common questions parents ask: When will my baby sleep through the night? We’ll cover: What age most babies start sleeping through the nightFactors that determine when your baby will sleep longer stretchesPractical tips to help your baby sleep through the night, including creating a consistent bedtime routineWhy...

1 year ago

17 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

Supporting Infant Development with Brooke Boruff of Infant Insights

Text us your sleep questions. In this episode of Creating Well-Rested Families, we chat with expert Brooke Boruff of Infant Insights. Brooke is a pediatric occupational therapist, mom of two, and founder of Infant Insights where she helps educate parents on all things baby and infant development. It was such a fun conversation and we covered many important topics. Topics covered: Developmental milestones babies reach in the first year How to approach awake windows and ...

1 year ago

29 minutes

Creating Well-Rested Families

The ABCs of Safe Sleep in the First Year

Text us your sleep questions. Are you a new parent looking for reliable advice on how to keep your baby safe while sleeping? In this episode, we cover the "ABCs of Safe Sleep"—a simple guide to help ensure your baby sleeps safely from day one. Tune in to learn: The meaning behind the "ABCs of Safe Sleep" (Alone, Back, Crib) and why these guidelines are vital for newborns and infantsHow to create the safest sleep environment for your baby, including the best crib setup, mattress choice, and sl...

1 year ago

11 minutes