Is there anything new parent topic that generates more controversy than sleep training? Arguably…no way. But can we finally stop fighting about what’s right and wrong? Yes!

Maybe?

Certified sleep training expert Tamiko Kelly, owner of Sleep Well Wake Happy, has spent 50,000 hours sleep training babies. We’re so happy she joined us on this episode of Spawned for a fun (really!) and incredibly helpful discussion that may change what you think you know about sleep training your baby.

She also offers up the 5 biggest mistakes parents make when it comes to sleep training to help parents get out of some bad habits.

Whether you’re in the midst of those sleepless newborn nights right now, or you’re totally past that phase, we think you’ll get a lot out of this chat, because her lessons about sleep training are so applicable to all parenting struggles. Plus, she’s just so fun to talk to.

Take a listen right here right now!

You can also look for Spawned with Kristen and Liz in iTunes, Soundcloud, or on your favorite podcasting app. And don’t forget to subscribe while you’re there! If you like the episode, you can even rate it right in the app. Just press those 5 stars. Done!

And if you’re not in the Austin area, you can still reap Tamiko’s wisdom by signing up for her free online 30minute sleep training workshop. Good luck out there!

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Our Cool Picks of the Week: Self-Care Edition

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Kristen: Her new favorite thing is the Kakebo Japanese budgeting journal, which uses the Japanese method for for more mindful spending. Or as we call it, tidying your budget. For more info, you can also check out

Liz: She doesn’t call too many things life-changing, but the Training Your Inner Warrior online course by Robin Rice is just that. In about 15 minutes a day, you’ll be able to retrain your brain so you can stop self-sabotaging (without blame or guilt!), stop procrastinating, and achieve more of your goals. It’s normally $399, but if you sign up now, it’s free starting February 11 for a limited time. Do it, really!

(And h/t to Emily McDowell who shared it on her Instagram feed — that’s how Liz discovered it.)

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5 Comments

Anette on February 12, 2019 at 5:43 am

Sleep training made such a difference for my baby and me. I’ve read a lot on the internet, and a lot of people were saying good things about “How to teach a baby to fall asleep alone” by Susan Urban and her HWL method ( https://www.parental-love.com/shop/baby-sleep-training ). It just made my son sleep 🙂 I was tired and down, but now it is much much better! My son is only 6 months old, so it’s normal that he eats at night but with this guide, I got rid of waking up every hour to feed him and he can fall asleep alone in his crib what was impossible a few days ago. Big recommendation from my family and me
- Meghan on February 18, 2019 at 8:43 am
  
  Being so gentle for the baby is why I chose this method. I literally could not think of a better option. It is simple, it is fast and it is working. HWL method rules the bedroom! Thank you Anette for sharing the link
  
  P.S. I really like this blog, keep it up 🙂
- Dorothy on March 7, 2019 at 6:08 am
  
  This guide is the best! And I got the audiobook so I was listening to it while breastfeeding – win win! 😉
Abbey on February 12, 2019 at 2:23 pm

I listened to this podcast when I’m pumping at work! Loved today’s episode i even signed up on tamikos website!
- Liz Gumbinner on February 12, 2019 at 11:10 pm
  
  Thanks so much Abbey – hope it helps you with a few more hours of sleep each night!