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How Long 'Til Bedtime? | Sleep and Parenting PodcastAuthor: Allison Egidi Pediatric Sleep Coach
From baby sleep to toddler sleep, daycare naps to sleep trainingthis is the podcast for parents who want practical, guilt-free sleep tips. Hosted by pediatric sleep coach Allison Egidi, How Long 'Til Bedtime? delivers real solutions for everything from navigating newborn sleep struggles and weaning night feedings to helping your 3-year-old fall asleep independently (and stay asleep!). Whether you're trying to make sense of daycare sleep patterns, desperately want your evenings back, or just need a working mom podcast to keep you grounded, we've got you covered. Language: en Genres: Kids & Family, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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258. What to Do When Your Baby or Toddler Skips a Nap
Episode 258
Tuesday, 22 September, 2026
What do you do when your baby or toddler skips a nap? Whether your child refuses a nap, takes a 15-minute car nap instead of their usual 90 minute nap, or simply has an unexpectedly short day of sleep, an off nap day can leave parents wondering what to do next. In this short but practical episode, Allison breaks down exactly how to handle a skipped or shortened nap without throwing off the rest of your child's sleep schedule. You'll learn: What to do when a nap is completely skipped or significantly shortened Why Allison generally recommends moving ahead to the next normal nap window rather than squeezing in a "makeup" nap What she means by a nap happening in "no man's land" and why naps outside your child's normal sleep windows can create additional sleep challenges How to use nap wake-up caps to protect bedtime and nighttime sleep When it makes sense to put your child down for the next nap slightly earlier How a rescue bedtime can help make up for missed daytime sleep Why an earlier bedtime doesn't necessarily mean an earlier morning wake-up How to reset your child's sleep schedule after an unpredictable nap day When frequent skipped naps may be a sign that your child's schedule needs to change or that they're ready for a nap transition Chapter Markers: 00:00 – Helping Kids Take Ownership of Their Sleep 02:19 – What to Do When Your Baby or Toddler Skips a Nap 03:01 – Why Skipped Naps Don't Need to Derail Your Day 04:05 – Should You Try for a Makeup Nap? 05:21 – Avoiding "No Man's Land" Naps 06:30 – Why Nap Wake-Up Caps Still Matter 07:44 – How to Handle a Completely Skipped Nap 09:00 – The Rescue Bedtime: Your Best Tool for Missed Day Sleep 10:08 – How an Earlier Bedtime Makes Up for a Skipped Nap 11:30 – Will an Earlier Bedtime Cause an Earlier Wake-Up? 12:32 – One Bad Nap Day Won't Ruin Your Child's Sleep 13:20 – How to Reset Your Child's Sleep Schedule the Next Day 14:15 – When Frequent Skipped Naps Signal a Schedule Change 14:55 – How Sleep and Wellness Coach Can Help Resources mentioned: Episode 236. The Rescue Bedtime: What It Is and How to Use It for Overtired Babies and Toddlers Reach out to Allison and her team anytime for a free 15 minute consultation for help with your child's skipped naps Click here to listen to the episode on YouTube Looking for expert guidance on your child's sleep? Allison offers two free age-specific guides to help you discover how much sleep kids need to thrive—at any age. Get your free copy now: 0-2 Years Old or 3 to 10 years old From baby sleep to toddler sleep, daycare naps to sleep training—How Long 'Til Bedtime? is the podcast for parents who want practical, guilt-free sleep tips they can actually use. Hosted by pediatric sleep coach Allison Egidi, each episode delivers real solutions for every stage—from navigating newborn sleep struggles and weaning night feedings to helping your 3-year-old fall asleep independently (and stay asleep!). Whether you're trying to make sense of daycare sleep patterns, craving your evenings back, or simply need a working mom podcast to keep you grounded, you're in the right place. Want more from Allison? Sign up here to get her weekly email with podcast updates and other helpful parenting topics. Enjoying How Long 'Til Bedtime? Your rating and review help Allison reach and support more parents. On Apple Podcasts: Click here, scroll to the bottom, rate the show, and tap "Write a Review." On Spotify: Click here to leave a rating or review. Don't miss an episode—subscribe so you're always up to date! Connect with Allison: Instagram | Facebook | Website | YouTube
