During this (very festive) episode, Heidi discusses the seasonal topic of illness and how that impacts sleep - all very topical given her daughter was in the early throws of bronchiolitis when recording this episode! Depending on the illness, Heidi gives her top tips on dealing with sleep during illness including; how to make your little ones more comfortable, boosting their immune systems and also ensuring their sleep is as easy as possible during these hard times. In addition to this, how best to continue with your successful sleep habits during times of illness and how to get back on track (if indeed you need to!). Heidi also talks to model, influencer and Mummy of two Laura Coleman about her view of motherhood so far, including dealing with sleep (or lack of) and balancing two babies.This episode is for EVERY parent as we hit peak winter season of illness and time taken off childcare and work and is sponsored by BioGaia - our favourite probiotic supplement to help boost immunity - use code PPBABY20 for 20% off https://uk.biogaia.com/Â
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Eps 10: When Sleep Feels Difficult
In this episode, Heidi runs through all of the main reasons as to why sleep might just feel difficult for you and your little one...Why do the normal sleep approaches not work for your baby? Why do awake windows not make a difference to your baby's sleep? Why is your toddler still not sleeping well during the night time?As sleep specialist's often working to uncover why parents sleep situations are not going to plan, Heidi attempts to give you clarity and confidence as to why the main stream approaches to sleep might not be serving you and your child. From silent reflux, to sensory processing and more, this episode promises to share with you that there is SO much more to sleep than just awake windows and sleep routines.For more information on our responsive and holistic sleep work visit www.positivelyparenthood.com/1-1s and for more information on Vicky's sensory sleep diet head to https://www.sensorysolutionsot.co.uk/home
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Eps 9: Saying YES to Play!
In this episode, "Saying Yes to Play" hosted by Heidi, she explores the transformative power of play in children's lives. Heidi dives into what play really means—not just as a fun activity, but as a crucial means of creativity, problem-solving, and emotional growth for children. Heidi discusses the science behind play, explaining how it helps children build cognitive abilities, enhance social skills, and strengthen their emotional resilience. By allowing children the freedom to explore, imagine, and create, they can experience greater joy and curiosity, which directly contributes to their overall development.The podcast also explores the profound benefits of outdoor play, highlighting how time spent outside can nurture a child’s sense of adventure and wonder while improving their physical health. Heidi provides practical tips for parents on how to incorporate more playtime into their daily routines, focusing on the importance of slowing down and connecting with nature. This episode of the podcast is a collaboration with Microscooters, to celebrate the launch of their new 4 in 1 ride on trike to scooter... a versatile ride-on, trike, toddler scooter, and grown-up scooter. Each stage is carefully designed to match your child's developmental milestones, ensuring that this product will be a companion from their first steps to their first year at school and beyond.Scooters for Babies & Toddlers to 3 yrs old | Micro Scooters  Â
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Eps 8: Why Can't I Put my Baby Down?
In this episode of Heidi's podcast, we explore the topic that so often comes up in those early months and that is "Why can't I put my baby down?"... The early newborn days are incredible but also extremely intense and full on, especially with so little postnatal support around these days. During this episode, Heidi covers the main reasons why you might struggle to be able to put your baby down and points you towards how you might be able to help them. For this weeks interview, we are joined by Vern from Carifit, a Daddy of two and a very successful business owner, Vern is king of baby wearing and gives us an insight into his experience as a father as well as a few baby wearing tips too. Find vern @carifit and https://www.getcarifit.com/ This episode is sponsored by Biogaia Probiotics, use code PPBABY20 at the checkout for a 20% discount https://uk.biogaia.com/
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Eps 7: Tricky Toddler Bedtimes
In this episode of the podcast, Heidi covers a topic that comes up a huge amount in Q&A's and that is the topic of toddler bedtimes! We all know that toddlers are unpredicatble in nature and can start to become really quite challenging, especially as they hit the 2+ age. Heidi takes you through some of the key ingredients of a smooth and easier toddler bedtime for you as a parent and looks at which areas to focus on. This episode will give you confidence and power to take on bedtimes that feel right for you and your family and work for your toddler. Towards the end of the episode, we are joined by Heidi's husband Rowan. As a daddy of three but also a husband to Heidi, Rowan gives his really quite honest take on parenting challenges, his sensory overwhelm at times and also how he deals with having a parenting coach as a wife! This episode is sponsored by Biogaia Probiotics, use code PPBABY20 at the checkout for a 20% discount https://uk.biogaia.com/
Each week join Heidi, infant sleep coach, parenting expert and Mummy of 3, for an in depth dive into some of the most commonly asked questions within the early years. From colic and unsettled newborns, to tantruming toddlers refusing to go to bed - Heidi has over 20 years experience in caring for small children and has tons of useful experience and advice to share.
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