The Sleep Edit

May 06 2024 3
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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.

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Episode 7: Newborn Sleep Insights

May 06 2024 61 mins  
Today, Craig and Arielle unpack the often mystifying world of newborn sleep—those crucial first three months. The inspiration for this episode was Craig's new niece, who was 2 weeks old at the time of recording. Whether you're navigating the unpredictable waters of infant sleep or just curious about what's normal, this episode promises to arm you with the insights you need to fee

Ask us anything #1 (Ep 6)

Apr 01 2024 61 mins  
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 pa

Tackling Anxiety and Sleep Issues in Children: A Psychologist’s Perspective

Mar 18 2024 61 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Canapari and Arielle welcome their first guest, pediatric psychologist Dr. Danielle Garay from the Yale Pediatric Sleep Program to discuss the role of psychology in treating children's sleep difficulties, focusing on anxiety, nighttime fears, tantrums, and separation anxiety.  Important Sections: [00:03:09] The role of a psychologist in the care of childre

Busting Sleep Myths: From Wake Windows to Sleepy Teens (Ep. 4)

Mar 04 2024 48 mins  
Today, we're cutting through the noise to bring clarity to some common pediatric sleep myths that frequently confuse tired parents. Dr. Canapari and Arielle are tackling: Wake windows Sleep regressions Nap strikes Whether you should or should not wake a sleeping baby Teenage sleep myths Notable Quotes: "Children are as unique in their sleep needs as they are in their personalities.

To CIO and Beyond! Making good decisions about extinction sleep training

Feb 06 2024 52 mins  
In this episode, we talk about the controversial method of 'Cry It Out' (CIO) or Extinction Sleep Training. This approach, often misunderstood and feared, can be a quick and efficient method to improve a child's sleep. We go deep on the criteria for its successful implementation, discussing age-appropriateness, parental consistency, and prioritizing safety and health. We also cover

Ep 2: Sleeping through the night (part 2)

Feb 05 2024 39 mins  
In part two of our discussion on helping kids sleep through the night, pediatric sleep expert Dr. Craig Canapari and sleep consultant Arielle Greenleaf tackle night wakings and feedings.  (You can find part 1 here, including a video of both episodes). They provide guidance on when night feeds may or may not be necessary, how to handle night nursing for comfort vs nutrition, an

Ep 1: Sleeping Through The Night (part 1)

Jan 24 2024 44 mins  
Night time awakenings are THE most common reason that parents bring their child to a sleep physician or consultant. Dr. Craig Canapari and expert sleep consultant Arielle Greenleaf join forces to give advice on the most common reasons that kids wake up at night. The first step to getting your child to sleep through the night is understanding why they are waking up. They address the

“The Sleep Edit” Trailer

Jan 24 2024 1 mins  
Parenting is hard-- especially when your child isn't sleeping well. Because that means you aren't sleeping well. I'm excited to launch a new podcast tackling the most common sleep issues that parents are facing these days. Why does my child wake up every night? How do I get him out of my bed? Is melatonin safe. Join us twice a month as Dr Craig Canapari (author, sleep expert, and d