I'm a pediatric sleep doctor, author, and in my day job I run the Yale Pediatric Sleep Center. I've been writing about pediatric sleep issues for tired parents since 2012. Join my newsletter to get the best information about sleep problems (and solutions) in children.
New Battling Bedtime Anxiety? Our Latest Podcast Has the Answers!
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Hey there, As a parent, I know firsthand how challenging it can be when your child struggles with sleep. That's why Arielle and I are excited to share our latest podcast episode, where we dive deep into the topic of anxiety and sleep issues in children. In this episode, we're joined by pediatric psychologist Dr. Danielle Garay, who offers invaluable insights on nighttime fears, tantrums, and separation anxiety. We discuss the role of psychology in treating pediatric sleep difficulties and explore practical strategies you can use to help your child sleep better. Click here to listen now! Dr. Garay also shares her expertise on accommodations, boundaries, and rewards, giving you a toolkit of proven techniques to manage your child's sleep problems. Plus, we discuss when it's time to seek professional help for your child's anxiety and sleep issues. Don't miss out on this informative and engaging episode. Tune in now and discover the secrets to unlocking better sleep for your child. As always, thanks for being a part of The Sleep Edit community. Arielle and I are here to support you every step of the way. Sweet dreams, Craig |
Craig Canapari MD
I'm a pediatric sleep doctor, author, and in my day job I run the Yale Pediatric Sleep Center. I've been writing about pediatric sleep issues for tired parents since 2012. Join my newsletter to get the best information about sleep problems (and solutions) in children.
SUBJECT LINE: Quick update from last week: I sent you a quick note about holiday travel sleep survival and asked for your biggest worries. You responded—and wow, did you respond. Many of you shared your specific situations. Room-sharing chaos. Jet lag fears. The dreaded “driving home at bedtime” scenario. Disney trip panic. I read every single question and took representative examples and turned it into a comprehensive blog post. Your questions became the guide. Read the complete Holiday...
Here’s the truth about holiday travel and sleep: most of what you’re worrying about doesn’t matter. I get it. You’ve worked hard on your child’s sleep schedule. Maybe you just finished sleep training. Maybe you finally got consistent bedtimes working. And now you’re about to spend 3 days at Grandma’s house sharing a queen sized bed with a dog, a toddler, and a 14 month old who demands to exit the Pack N Play at 3am. You’re expecting disaster. But here’s what I’ve learned after 15 years of...
Hi everyone, Nap transitions are one of the most confusing parts of early childhood sleep. One week your baby is taking three predictable naps… and the next week everything is chaos. Naps get shorter, bedtimes get later, and suddenly you’re Googling “is my child dropping a nap??” at 3 AM. This week on The Sleep Edit, Arielle and I break down the messy reality of nap transitions — from 3→2 naps, 2→1 nap, and eventually the big one: dropping naps entirely. Using real cases, practical sleep...