Nov 12 2024 33 mins 1
Join me for this conversation for growing moms with pediatric sleep specialist and Brooklyn mom, Ella Hanover. Ella shares her expert insights into helping babies and toddlers sleep through the night — and the transformative impact it can have on the whole family. From navigating sleep training to creating independent sleepers, Ella offers practical advice for parents struggling with sleepless nights and unsustainable routines.
Ella’s approach isn’t one-size-fits-all: she emphasizes the importance of tuning into each baby’s unique needs, whether it’s through understanding sleep associations, wake windows, or the balance between flexible parenting and structured sleep routines. With warmth and empathy, she guides parents through the often challenging process of sleep training, offering the confidence and support they need to help their little ones (and themselves) get the rest they deserve.
In this episode, you’ll also hear about Ella's personal journey as a single mom and the invaluable role of community and self-compassion in parenting. With a focus on resilience, flexibility, and self-care, this episode is full of wisdom for parents looking for reassurance and practical tools to navigate the challenges of raising young children.
We talk about:
❀ Sleep training tips for babies and toddlers
❀ Understanding sleep needs and wake windows
❀ Independent sleep routines and the importance of consistency
❀ The emotional and practical challenges of sleep training
❀ The importance of community, asking for help, and being kind to yourself as a parent
Whether you’re a first-time parent or navigating sleep with your second (or third!) child, this episode offers the support, tools, and encouragement you need to make sleep struggles a thing of the past.
Tune in for expert advice and heartfelt encouragement that will leave you feeling empowered and ready to tackle the challenges of sleep — and motherhood — with confidence. ❀
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