Loving Lessons Learned- The Sleep Coaching Podcast
I used to be a tired, overwhelmed, and anxious parent because my children were not sleeping. But, then I taught my children how to sleep and now I’m a calm, confident, and rested parent due to my training as a Gentle Sleep Coach, Educator, Postpartum Doula, Infant Feeding Specialist, and Parent Mentor.
What's important to know…In our most sleep deprived moments our children will teach us exactly what we need about love and life, in order to learn and grow into who we were created to be.
These are the loving lessons we will learn whether we want to or not. I’m Irene Gouge, your sleep coach and I’m on a mission to educate parents on how to help your child sleep!
In this podcast we will talk about all things sleep, feeding, and play related when it comes to parenting our newborns, infants, toddlers, and preschoolers!
Let's get SLEEP!
Using the SLEEP acronym means parent can learn to:
S- Show up as a calm, confident, and rested parent
L- Lead and guide your routines with trust and respect
E- Establish environments and communication that support the routines
E- Empower your child and Embrace the learning process
P- Play, have fun, and become the parent you want to be while everyone gets sleep!
Welcome to the parenting journey here at Loving Lessons Learned!
Loving Lessons Learned- The Sleep Coaching Podcast
Ep. 30 Tips for Better Wakeful Windows and More Joy in Parenting Toddler
Feeling overwhelmed by your toddler’s tantrums? You’re not alone!
In this episode, I sit down with Sara Whaley, a behavior analyst and parent coach from Joyful Toddler Parenting. who’s helped countless parents turn chaos into calm. Sara dives into the ups and downs of toddlerhood, sharing real-life tips for understanding your child’s behavior and setting firm, loving boundaries.
Whether you’re battling bedtime struggles or trying to stay calm amidst the tantrums, Sara’s gentle parenting strategies will help you find joy in these challenging years.
Plus, discover how taking care of yourself is the key to better emotional regulation—for you and your child. Join us for this heart-to-heart on making your home a happier, more peaceful place!
Key Loving Lessons Learned in this episode:
🟣Behavior is communication. Toddlers use actions like tantrums and hitting because they don't yet know how to express themselves verbally.
🟣 Gentle parenting involves setting firm but loving boundaries, allowing toddlers to feel secure.
🟣 Parents need to regulate their own emotions to model appropriate behavior for their children.
🟣 Slowing down and adjusting expectations can lead to joyful experiences, even in frustrating moments.
🟣 Helping toddlers navigate their big emotions reduces stress, making sleep routines more peaceful.
Resources mentioned to help you keep learning & growing:
⭐Learn more about Sara Whaley at Joyful Toddler Parenting
⭐Follow Sara on Instagram for more toddler tips
⭐Blog Post- Tips for Better Wakeful Windows and More Joy in Parenting your Toddler
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Sweet dreams! 🛌
💜 Irene 💜