It's that time of year again—school is starting, and for many families, that means earlier mornings, new routines, and some big adjustments in the sleep department.

In this episode, pediatric sleep coach Allison Egidi is sharing exactly how to help your toddler or preschooler ease into the school year with a healthy, sustainable sleep schedule. Whether your child is starting preschool, heading to daycare for the first time, or just coming off a relaxed summer schedule, these tips will help your entire household make the transition more smoothly—and with a lot less stress.

What You'll Learn:

• How to determine your child's optimal amount of sleep

• Why preschoolers and toddlers benefit from more sleep than you think

• How to shift your schedule gradually before school starts

• When to use "rescue bedtimes" and how they help

• Why waking up naturally is the gold standard for kids

• How to handle early risers while still maximizing sleep

• What to expect (and not stress about!) with daycare naps and preschool cot sleeping

• Strategies for navigating tricky half-day preschool schedules

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