This week on Sense by Meg Faure, we tackle one of the biggest parenting stresses: holiday sleep disruption. Meg is joined by certified children's sleep consultant Jihan Khoury for a go-to guide on managing sleep while traveling. Whether you're packing for a weekend away or a long-haul adventure, this episode is filled with realistic, expert-backed tips to keep everyone well-rested.Key discussion points include:Sleep On-the-Go: Learn how to manage naps in strollers and carriers without sacrificing your day's plans, and why having a crib nap every few days is crucial for resetting your baby.Late Nights & Toddlers: Jihan shares her strategy for managing late family dinners with an 18-month-old, including the importance of a late afternoon "bridge nap."Creating a Sleep Sanctuary Anywhere: Discover simple, travel-friendly hacks for making any room sleep-conducive, from using breastfeeding covers for strollers to blackout tricks with garbage bags or aluminum foil for hotel rooms.The 5-Day Reset Plan: Home from holiday with a disrupted routine? Jihan provides a clear, five-day plan to get your child's sleep back on track quickly, including how to handle jet lag.The Science of Sleep: We explore the link between nutrition, melatonin, and sleep, and why stopping screen time by 4:30 PM is non-negotiable for a good night's rest.This episode will empower you to enjoy your holiday and return home with your child's healthy sleep habits intact.About Our Guest:Jihan Khoury is a certified children's sleep consultant, Life Coach, and Reiki Master who helps families and individuals improve their sleep and overall well-being. After a 20-year career in IT with Emirates Airlines, she followed her passion for healing and coaching. Through her work as a sleep consultant, she has supported families with children aged 0 to 12 in building healthy sleep habits so that both parents and children can enjoy peaceful, restorative nights. You can find her at jihankhoury.com.Episode References and Links:📱 Parent Sense App – Your all-in-one baby care app for routines, nutrition, and expert advice. Download it here.CONNECT WITH MEG FAUREWeb: megfaure.comSocial Media Channels: Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/MegFaure.Sense Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megfaure.sense/Parent Sense mobile app:Download Parent Sense App Web: https://parentsense.app/I hope you enjoyed this episode of SENSE BY Meg Faure! If you want to support or follow the podcast, here’s how:Subscribe, or listen on Apple, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcastsLeave a 5* rating and review on Apple PodcastsFollow my social media channels or sign up to my mailing listFor episode feedback & suggestions, or to nominate yourself or a friend to appear as a guest on the show, please email
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