The Snooze Button: Baby & Toddler Sleep, Simplified

First time parent with a new baby? You might be doing one of these two things: 1) Feeling bored AF. Baby is just laying there, you are staring at them, wondering when they will be old enough to form an opinion about socioeconomic issues or 2) Feeling overwhelmed. You have your color contract cards, your baby toy subscription, your prescribed exact numbers of minute to allocate for tummy time each day. What if I told you neither was the answer? That it could actually be way more simple? That's what we'll discuss today - the straightforward, simple things to "do" with a young baby - you will both be much happier!Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:1:1 Concierge Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training SupportThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizLearn More About Me & My ApproachRead Success Stories Say Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

Have you ever stared blankly into your fridge at 5 PM, trying to conjure up a dinner plan for your family? Have you ever felt the gentle parenting levetate out of your body when your child begs you for the 35th snack of the day? Recipe guru & cookbook author Rachel Mansfield is here, and she is going to solve all your family food problems (seriously - I was literally taking notes as we spoke). Rachel shares all the expert tea & tips with us, Mom to Mom to save you time and stress. You'll learn how to stock the pantry so everything is fair game, how to explain to kids why we might limit or avoid certain foods, what to always have on hand in your kitchen to make dinner easy to throw together, recipe ideas that won't take more than 10-15 minutes to prep, and of course - her POV on why there's no such thing as too many snacks!You can learn more about Rachel on her website, follow along on Instagram at Rachel Mansfield and Cadootz, pre-order her new cookbook, More Please!, check out your child's new favorite snack, Cadootz, and read her Substack!Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:1:1 Concierge Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training SupportThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizLearn More About Me & My ApproachRead Success StoriesSay Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

I cannot pretend that I am excited to turn 40 tomorrow, but here we are! To ease my birthday scaries, I'm sending a message to little 30 year old Brittany, who is newly pregnant with her first baby. Some of my lessons are cliche (but real) and some, maybe, will give you some food for thought, if you're still in your 30s!Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:1:1 Concierge Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training SupportThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizLearn More About Me & My ApproachRead Success Stories Say Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

Spoiler! The list of reasons why it's a good idea is very, very short (and rarely the reasons I see clients coming to me using them, without success). So today we'll get into it - when not to use one, why I don't suggest it, and in which (rare) scenarios it might be a worthwhile idea!Looking for more of my hot takes on gadgets that you don't need to help with sleep? Check out this previous episode: Things You Don't Need To Buy (And Why) To Help Your Baby or Toddler SleepLoved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:1:1 Concierge Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training SupportThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizLearn More About Me & My ApproachRead Success Stories Say Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

Yes, I found a way to make Heated Rivalry the topic of a baby & toddler sleep podcast episode, you are welcome! Because mentally, we are all still at the cottage *this episode contains show spoilers*In today's episode, I'm going to discuss some a-ha moments I had about how I want to raise my sons (and my daughters), after watching Heated Rivalry, a show about two professional hockey rivals who share a decade long secret (spoiler - it's that they're falling in love). Yes, turns out I had a lot to learn from two really hot closeted gay guys - and I hope this episode gives you some food for parenting thought too!Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:1:1 Concierge Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training SupportThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizLearn More About Me & My ApproachRead Success Stories Say Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

Whether you're annoyed by judgey comments, disappointed your feeding journey looks different than you imagined, or just overwhelmed by all the options available, formula feeding comes with it's own sets of challenges. And in 2026, it comes with new concerns - safety, recalls, did someone say seed oils?!Well great news, Mallory Whitmore of the popular IG account The Formula Mom, is here to put your mind at ease. Mallory, a veteran Mom, infant feeding tech, and advocate, is here to share her wisdom with you. We talk about everything from recalls and safety to common misconceptions and how to pick the right one for your baby. Even if you're not formula feeding, I think you'll find this episode incredibly interesting (and entertaining - Mallory is a gem!)Looking for more from Formula Mom? Mallory's new book, BOTTLE SERVICE: Education and Encouragement for Guilt-Free and Successful Formula Feeding is available to pre-order now! You can also follow her along on Instagram at The Formula Mom.Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:1:1 Concierge Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training SupportThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizLearn More About Me & My ApproachRead Success StoriesSay Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

Spoiler! A qualified sleep consultant would never tell a parent "You’re spoiling your baby" or "Your baby is manipulating you". It's honestly insane I need to say that, but I've actually had clients forward me reels claiming this is coming from my "predatory industry".Lolz, I digress. While we'd never say that, there are certain atributes about a consultant's business that signal they are not only qualified, but likely one you'll be successful with, and a good fit for your family.In today's episode, I'll share both - what good consultants DO do and say, and what flags to look out for that make them maybe not the best for you. The great news? There are plenty of us out there who can really change you life for the better (and without any "predatory" tendencies ;)Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:1:1 Concierge Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training SupportThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizLearn More About Me & My ApproachRead Success StoriesSay Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

Toddler parents, this one is for you. I'm about to tell you to ignore all (some?) of your adult-centric instincts, and how it will help your 2 or 3 year old tremendously. We parents? We have a tendency to overcomplicate things for people who, despite their strong opinions, are surprisingly uncomplicated. I'll walk you through 4 concepts - The Gentle Parenting Trap, The Multiple Choice Meltdown, The Curse of a Rotating Routine, and most of all - the SIMPLE, BORING things toddlers actually crave from us to feel safe.Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:1:1 Concierge Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training SupportThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizLearn More About Me & My ApproachRead Success StoriesSay Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

Think your baby might just be "low sleep needs"? Think again my friend! High and low sleep needs very much do exist, but usually not the way you think. In today's episode, I'll explain how low and high sleep needs do not manifest (spoiler: your baby isn't taking 45 minutes naps because they are "low sleep needs"), and I'll share the illustrative example of two pretend children, one "high" and one "low" sleep needs - and how that looks for each of them as babies and toddlers. Let these great sleepers inspire you to trust your kids just might be able to sleep great after all!Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:1:1 Concierge Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training SupportThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizLearn More About Me & My ApproachRead Success Stories Say Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

There may be no audience more primed to be triggered and confused than a tired new Mom whose trying to learn about baby sleep. I have noticed an uptick recently in clients complaining about the content they're being fed, and I wanted to address it. In this episode I'll remind you - who is saying this (and moreso, who is NOT saying it - trusted sources), why you keep seeing more of it (it's not because there is any new data!) and one small thing you can do to stop it, and save your sanity this holiday season.Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:1:1 Concierge Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training SupportThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizLearn More About Me & My ApproachRead Success StoriesSay Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

You did everything to prep your toddler to meet their new sibling, and now the time has come. What should you expect? What's a "normal" transition? How to do you go from taking care of one human to two? In today's episode, we'll cover all of it :how baby's arrival may (or may not) impact toddler's sleep, potty, feeding and behaviorways to fill your toddler's cup and reaffirm them in the early weeks (in realistic ways)permission to temporarily release your "normal" routines (and what that might look life)tips to make day to day life, and especially the evenings, easier and less scaryand more!If you are currently expecting and have a toddler underfoot, check out last week's episode too: What To Expect When Your Toddler Finds Out You're ExpectingLoved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:1:1 Concierge Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training SupportThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizLearn More About Me & My ApproachRead Success Stories Say Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

Baby's on the way! How will your first baby handle it? First things first - there is no one way. But there are certain things that can pop up, and there are ways to best handle it. From fixing in the moment sleep issues to preventing future headaches, this is the episode to listen to as soon as that double line shows up, and you've got a toddler underfoot!Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:Custom Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training & Parenting PlansThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizSay Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

Today's episode came via a client's request - that I talk about how to handle social dynamics with friends who don't prioritize sleep for their kids....which means YOU are the bad guy for pulling them away from late night events to make it home for bedtime.It's a classic "next stage" of parenting moment - when your kids realize that their friends don't have a household run identically to their own. Whether is bedtime, diet, screen use, or many other things - this episode will give you some actionable tips to manage it. How to frame it for yourself, how to discuss it with your kids, and how to discuss it with your friends - so you can maintain your friendships AND your sanity.In this episode, I mentioned house rule & family values. You can puchase the download for both here! House Rules & Family Values.Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:Custom Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training & Parenting PlansThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizSay Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

It's one of the most frustrating experiences for so many of my new clients. They come to me exhausted and confused. "We already sleep trained, we don't understand why it didn't work!!" Today I'll share all of my cold hard truths that will hopefully allow you to release the fear that you simply have a uniquely mystifying "bad sleeper" - even if you tried the same failing process with another child who actually is a good sleeper! More importantly - I'll explain what you need to try once again (once and for all!) to get to that blissful world great sleep, finally. Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:Custom Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training & Parenting PlansThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizSay Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

"A race to the bottom" is how a client of mine once referred to her friend circle, regarding sleep. Everyone seems eager to one up each other on how terrible their baby or toddler sleeps. But when it comes to potty issues, parents don't feel that same energy - they feel isolated, like their child is the ONLY one who can't seem to figure it out.So, I'm here as a professional potty trainer to assure you - you're NOT alone. Today I'll explain why I think it feels especially hard when your child has potty issues, what I most often see in my practice, and a reminder that you're not alone, it's fixable, and while we're at it - the sleep issues are fixable too, even if your friends normalize them for you. As I love to say - something doesn't have to be HORRIFIC for you to want it to get better!Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:Custom Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty TrainingThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizSay Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

No hate no shade! Pediatricians are some of my favorite people. Great ones are a LIFELINE to their patients, and they are wonderful partners, sounding boards, and resources for me as a professional. But all pediatricians are not created equal, and more importantly, they really aren't trained on sleep at all. Despite over a decade of schooling and training required for this very difficult and important job, pediatric med students/residents get between 2-4 hours TOTAL across all of their training on sleep. So if you hear something that doesn't sit well with you, confuses you, or seems to make your child's sleep worse - permission to say no (and find a different pediatrician - because the best ones work with people like me!)Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:Custom Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training & Parenting PlansThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizSay Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

Night sweats? Phantom Baby Cries? Leaky Boobs? Just Can't Put Down The Damn Monitor? Postpartum sleep struggles are all too real and common. This week we're un packing them - what's normal, how Moms can get better sleep in the early weeks, and even some tips to help baby get better sleep in the early weeks.....cause the hard work now means blissful days and nights later!I mentioned a LOT of other episodes to check out today, here they are:Is This The Baby Blues? Or Something Else?You Don't Need A Diagnosis To Need Help: PPD & PPA Explained with Jessica Schachter, PsyD, PMH-CA Deep Dive Into Safe Baby Sleep & Preventing SUIDsThe Way You Pee Might Not Be Normal with Dr. Katie Peters, Pelvic Floor TherapistLoved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:Custom Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training & Parenting PlansThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizSay Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

It's bedtime (or bath time, or play time) and your toddler only wants YOU. Parental Preference can be draining and frustrating for both parents. Board Certified Behavior Analyst and co-founder of ​Behaviorish​ Rachel Morris is here to make it easier.Rachel walks us through all the things - WHY kids tend to default to a specific parent, why it matters that we don't always give into it, how to manage our own emotions, why that matters so much, and frankly, validating why that feels SO HARD in the moment.If you vibe with my whole do less / default to logic / honest about not being perfect / concrete tools that actually help schtick....you are going to LOVE this episode (and learn a ton).Want to chat with Rachel 1:1? Head to the Behaviorish website to book a complimentary 30 minute call, check out their downloadable resources, and be sure to follow them on Instagram!Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:Custom Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty TrainingThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizSay Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

Do you want to pull your hair out or google "is my toddler a sociopath" only 33% of the time? Do you LOVE AND ADORE parenting only 33% of the time? If so, congrats! You are exactly where the universe expects you to be.Today I'm sharing the a-ha moment I had when I discovered a concept called "The Rule Of Thirds." It's a perfect analogy for the experience of sleep guidance that I so often see with clients. But more so, it gives us permission, with parenting, jobs, marriages, and just day to day life, to not feel like we're falling short if things don't feel awesome almost all of the time. According to this theory, it's not even a realistic goal! So take a listen, go out into the world today, and permission to accept whichever of the three experiences comes your way.Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:Custom Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training & Parenting PlansThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizSay Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com

Rebecca Smith entered motherhood like many of you - exhausted, depleted, and really F-ing hungry. Thus, along with her babies, Mamala Organics was born. Rebecca sits down with me to talk all things postpartum care - why taking care of our nutrition in the 4th trimester is so vital, how to support friends and family members during this stage, and how her brand is keeping Moms (and their kids!) supercharged with energy and healing long past those first few months.Ready to give Mamala Organics a try? I humbly suggest the Mamamellow, which tastes like a Pumpkin Spice Latte (but actually helps instead of hurts you). Snooze Button listeners get 10% off their first purchase using code MamalaSnooze10. You can find the full range of support snacks on the website, Mamala Organics, be sure to follow along on Instagram! Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from:️Subscribe....leave a review....and share with your friends!Follow The Fun On IG: @BrittanySheehanSleepWork with me:Custom Sleep PlansSleep CoursesPotty Training & Parenting PlansThe B Hive Client Membership ProgramTake The Sleep QuizSay Hi: info@brittanysheehan.com