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How Long "Til Bedtime? | Sleep and Parenting Podcast

Allison Egidi | Pediatric Sleep Coach

From baby sleep to toddler sleep, daycare naps to sleep training—this is the podcast for parents who want practical, guilt-free sleep tips. Hosted by pediatric sleep coach Allison Egidi, How Long "Til Bedtime? delivers real solutions for everything from navigating newborn sleep struggles and weaning night feedings to helping your 3-year-old fall asleep independently (and stay asleep!). Whether you"re trying to make sense of daycare sleep patterns, desperately want your evenings back, or just need a

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200. [ENCORE] What Your Child’s Preschool Teacher...

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2025/08/11

Sending your child off to preschool can be exciting—and emotional. But how can you really prepare your child (and yourself) for that big transition? In this encore episode, Allison sits down with preschool teacher Elizabeth Lane to talk about everything she wishes parents knew before the first day of school. From fostering independence to navigating drop-off emotions to the real role parents play in early literacy, this conversation is full of practical, reassuring guidance you won’t want to miss

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12:37

199. [ENCORE] Back to School Sleep Tips: Elementary...

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2025/08/04

As the new school year approaches, it’s time to bring structure back to our children’s sleep schedules. In this second installment of Allison's back-to-school sleep series, we focus on elementary-aged children—a group especially impacted by the transition from summer to school routines. Pediatric sleep coach, Allison Egidi shares practical tips to help parents reset their kids’ internal clocks, plan for early wake-up times, and ensure they’re getting the ideal amount of sleep for learning, behavior,

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16:24

198. [ENCORE] Back to School Sleep Tips: Preschoolers...

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2025/07/28

It’s that time of year again—school is starting, and for many families, that means earlier mornings, new routines, and some big adjustments in the sleep department. In this episode, pediatric sleep coach Allison Egidi is sharing exactly how to help your toddler or preschooler ease into the school year with a healthy, sustainable sleep schedule. Whether your child is starting preschool, heading to daycare for the first time, or just coming off a relaxed summer schedule, these tips will help your

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13:46

197. Drowsy But Awake: Your Key to Avoiding the...

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2025/07/21

Is the 4-month sleep regression inevitable? Not necessarily. In this episode of How Long 'Til Bedtime?, pediatric sleep specialist Allison Egidi explains how practicing “drowsy but awake” before 4 months can help your baby sleep longer stretches and avoid the most disruptive parts of this sleep shift. Learn what "drowsy but awake" really means, how to start practicing it, and what to do if it’s not going smoothly. Whether you’re a brand-new parent or you’ve got a 3-month-old who’s suddenly waking

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12:05

196. Daycare Naps vs. Bedtime Battles: What Parents...

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2025/07/14

Struggling with bedtime battles that seem worse after daycare days? You’re not alone—and today’s episode of How Long ‘Til Bedtime? is here to help you understand what’s really going on. In this episode, pediatric sleep specialist Allison Egidi breaks down the connection between daytime naps in daycare or preschool and the bedtime resistance you may be facing at home. If your 2.5 to 5-year-old naps at school and bedtime has become your least favorite time of day, this episode is for you. You’ll

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03:45

BONUS EPISODE: Allison Needs Your Help!

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2025/07/09

After 3.5 years and nearly 200 episodes, Allison is asking for a small but meaningful favor: would you take a few minutes to fill out a short listener survey? It’ll help us shape future episodes to better meet your needs, and as a thank-you, you’ll get a free 15-minute sleep coaching call with Allison—no strings attached. Plus, complete the survey by July 31st and you’ll be entered to win a WHOOP 4.0 strap with two months of service. Your feedback means the world to us and truly helps keep this show

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09:26

195. Toddler & Baby Summer Sleep Regressions: Causes,...

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2025/07/07

Longer days and spontaneous summer fun often lead to later bedtimes, skipped naps, and disrupted routines. For some toddlers and babies, this isn’t a big deal. But for others—especially children with more sensitive sleep needs—even a few “off” days can trigger a summer sleep regression. In this episode, pediatric sleep specialist Allison Egidi explains how summer sleep schedules can either support your child’s rest or lead to overtired toddlers, bedtime battles, night wakings, and early morning

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27:53

194. Fireworks & Bedtime: Helping Kids Sleep Through...

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2025/06/30

Fireworks are fun—until they wake your toddler at 10 PM. In this episode, Allison Egidi is joined by fellow pediatric sleep coach and returning guest Ellen Hayden to talk all things July 4th, bedtime anxiety, and how to prep kids for loud nighttime celebrations. They cover real-life examples from Ellen’s son, who’s three and full of questions, and offer evidence-based tips for parents trying to keep bedtime intact during a noisy holiday weekend. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to frame

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53:36

193. Men’s Mental Health & Fatherhood with Dr. Dan...

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2025/06/23

This week on How Long ’Til Bedtime?, we’re continuing our recognition of Men’s Mental Health Month with an important and timely conversation about paternal postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety in fathers, and the overall mental health challenges new dads face. Sleep and wellness coach Allison Egidi is joined by Dr. Daniel Singley, a San Diego-based clinical psychologist, board-certified in cognitive behavioral therapy, and the founder of the Center for Men’s Excellence. With over 20 years of

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34:09

192. Men Get Postpartum Depression Too: Christopher...

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2025/06/16

Postpartum depression doesn't just affect mothers. In this powerful episode honoring Men’s Mental Health Month, Allison Egidi talks with first-time father Christopher Rose about his struggle with paternal postpartum depression, anxiety, rage, and OCD after the birth of his daughter during the pandemic. If you're a new dad, partner, or anyone supporting a family with a newborn, this candid conversation offers insight, support, and hope for healing. In this episode, you’ll hear: What postpartum

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15:35

191. Your Top 3 International Travel Sleep Challenges...

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2025/06/09

Planning a trip abroad with your little one? Wondering how to navigate time changes, late dinners, and sleep on long flights? You’re not alone—and this episode is here to help. After taking her own daughters to Europe three times (and guiding dozens of families through international sleep transitions), Allison is sharing real-life strategies for helping your child sleep well during international travel — so your trip is filled with memories, not meltdowns. In this episode, she covers the three

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13:18

190. Your Top 3 Summer Travel Sleep Problems — Solved!

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2025/06/02

If you’re planning a summer getaway with your little one, this episode is your go-to guide for handling sleep challenges while traveling. From shifting nap schedules to hotel room sharing to resetting after vacation — we’re covering it all with simple, realistic strategies that will help keep sleep on track without sacrificing the fun. ✈️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How to balance naps and bedtimes while still enjoying your vacation Tips for managing sleep in shared spaces (like hotels or

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01:04:09

189. [ENCORE] Where Did I Go with Ellen Jones and...

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2025/05/26

In honor of Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes exploring the emotional and mental shifts that come with new motherhood. In this encore conversation, Allison Egidi is joined by Ellen Jones and Holly Kennedy, maternal wellness coaches and co-founders of Mother Tree Wellness, to talk candidly about their own experiences with postpartum depression and anxiety—and how they turned those struggles into a mission to support other moms. Inside this

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11:10

188. Day/Night Confusion in Newborns: How to Help...

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2025/05/19

Is your newborn wide awake at night, but sleeps peacefully all afternoon? You're likely dealing with day/night confusion, a completely normal—but totally exhausting—part of early parenthood. In this episode, pediatric sleep and wellness coach Allison Egidi breaks down: What day/night confusion really is and why it happens The simple environmental changes that help your baby reset their internal clock How to use light and dark to gently guide your newborn’s circadian rhythm How long it can

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187. Teen Sleep & Anxiety: What a 12th Grader Wants...

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2025/05/12

Allison Egidi welcomes a unique and inspiring guest—12th grader Lizzie Pisani—who shares powerful insights from her year-long capstone project on the relationship between teen sleep, anxiety, and screen use. After struggling with her own sleep during the COVID-19 pandemic, Lizzie became curious about how disrupted sleep impacts mental health in teens. Her passion for the topic led her to dive deep into research, survey her peers, and interview professionals—all culminating in a project aimed at

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15:10

186. Should Feeding Be Part of Your Baby’s Bedtime...

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2025/05/05

You’ve probably heard that feeding your baby to sleep can create a sleep crutch—but what about keeping a feeding in the bedtime routine without letting your baby fall asleep during it? In this episode, I’m breaking down why a bedtime feeding can be a helpful part of your evening wind-down, how to include it without reinforcing a sleep association, and simple tweaks that support independent sleep while keeping that sweet feeding moment. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why feeding before bed doesn’t

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18:01

185. How To Help Your Child Sleep Without Extra Tuck-Ins

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2025/04/28

Is your child calling you back in night after night (or worse—multiple times a night) just to be re-tucked? You're not alone—and you don’t have to stay stuck on the tuck-in merry-go-round. In this episode, Allison walks you through a simple, empowering strategy to help your child learn to pull their blanket back on independently—even as young as age two. You’ll learn: Why your child may have developed the habit of calling you back in at bedtime (and how it becomes part of their routine). The

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184. The Problem with Car Naps

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2025/04/21

Ever had a perfectly good nap day derailed by a five-minute car ride? You’re not alone. In this short and actionable episode, Allison breaks down the real reason why even a micro-nap in the car can totally throw off your baby or toddler’s nap schedule. Whether it’s a one-minute snooze on the way home from daycare or a quick doze during errands, these tiny naps pack a surprisingly big punch. You’ll learn: Why short car naps mess with your child’s natural sleep pressure What to do in the moment

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183. How Sleep Changes During Early Puberty

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2025/04/14

Puberty doesn’t just bring growth spurts and mood swings—it also changes the way your child sleeps. In this episode, Allison breaks down what’s happening biologically when tweens start staying up later and struggling to get up in the morning. You’ll learn how to recognize the signs that your child’s internal clock is shifting and get practical tips to help them stay well-rested—even as their sleep needs evolve. What You'll Learn: Why your tween is suddenly taking longer to fall asleep How

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09:45

182. How To Respond When Your Child Says They Are Tired

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2025/04/07

We all want our kids to embrace bedtime and develop a positive relationship with sleep, but sometimes we miss key opportunities to reinforce this mindset. In today’s episode, Allison is sharing a simple, go-to response to your child’s “I’m tired” that can encourage a healthy sleep attitude. Episode highlights: The golden moment when your child says, "I'm tired" at dinner and how to respond Why validating your child’s feelings of tiredness can be a game-changer How to reinforce the importance

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