The Kids Sleep Show

The internet is loud, contradictory, and overwhelming when it comes to baby sleep, and no one knows that better than Chrissy Lawler. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, sleep specialist, and founder of The Peaceful Sleeper, Chrissy has spent over 15 years helping more than 400,000 families worldwide find their way to better rest, including celebrity and pro-athlete clients.
But this isn't just clinical expertise. As a mom of four who navigated her own postpartum depression and anxiety born from sleep deprivation and hormone disruption, Chrissy brings both the science and the lived experience to the table.
In this episode, we cut through the noise around sleep training, explore the psychology behind baby sleep, and talk about why the right approach looks different for every family. Chrissy also shares a preview of her new book, The Peaceful Sleeper: An Intuitive Approach to Baby Sleep, and why she believes getting sleep right is one of the most powerful things parents can do for their mental health, their relationships, and their child's long-term wellbeing.
Episode Highlights:
Chrissy breaks down why the heated online debate around sleep training is missing the point entirely. Instead of taking sides, she walks us through her attachment-based, research-backed approach and why finding the right path for your family is far more effective than following anyone else's rules.

What do you really need to know about "cry it out"? Chrissy unpacks the science and psychology of baby sleep, how to confidently read your baby's cues, and what most parents get wrong before they ever try a sleep method.

Chrissy gets personal about her own experience with postpartum depression and anxiety after sleep deprivation and hormone disruption hit harder than expected. We talk about why prioritizing sleep isn't selfish. It's one of the most important things you can do for your mental health, your relationship, and your bond with your baby.

Resources: 
Website: https://thepeacefulsleeper.com/
Instagram: @the.peaceful.sleeper
Threads: https://www.threads.com/@the.peaceful.sleeper
TikTok: @the.peaceful.sleeper
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the.peaceful.sleeper
YouTube: youtube.com/@the.peaceful.sleeper

If you've ever wished your postpartum snack could actually *do something* for your milk supply and taste amazing at the same time, this episode is for you.
I'm sitting down with Dominique "Nika" Spencer, cake artist, mom of two, and founder of A Whisk Worth Tasting, a licensed home bakery right here outside Philadelphia in Lafayette Hill, PA, to celebrate the nationwide launch of her lactation cookies. That's right, these incredible hand-crafted cookies are now shipping straight to your door, anywhere in the US.
Made in small batches with organic oats, brewer's yeast, and organic flaxseed (ingredients I talk about all the time as a certified lactation counselor), these dark chocolate chip cookies are designed to naturally support milk production while actually tasting like the treat you deserve after a sleepless night with a newborn.
We're talking about how Nika brought this product to life, what makes these ingredients so powerful for breastfeeding moms, and why having a stash in your freezer might just become your favorite postpartum ritual. Whether you're pregnant, newly postpartum, or shopping for a mama you love, you'll want to hear this one.
Episode Highlights:
How do lactation cookies help support a breastmilk supply?
What are the ingredients that support breastfeeding?
How many do you need to eat to see results? 
Resources: 
Website: https://www.whiskworthtasting.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whiskworthtasting/

When Luke Mickelson set out to build a single bed for a child in need, he had no idea it would spark a nationwide movement.
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Luke, founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) to hear how one act of kindness turned into a life-changing mission. From his small-town roots in Kimberly, Idaho, to becoming a CNN Hero and national voice for service, Luke shares how SHP has grown into over 400 chapters, delivering more than 315,000 beds to kids who would otherwise be sleeping on the floor.

Episode Highlights: 
The humble beginnings of SHP and its viral growth
The real impact of "bedlessness" on families across the U.S.
Why Luke believes in Humans Helping Humans
How tiny moments of service can create lasting change
What it takes to lead with heart in your home, business, and community
Featured on Good Morning America, NBC Nightly News, People Magazine, and more - Luke's message is clear: Every child deserves a bed. Every community has the power to help.
Tune in and discover how you can be part of the movement.
Resources: 
https://www.facebook.com/SHPLuke
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shpluke/
https://www.tiktok.com/@shpluke11
https://www.instagram.com/lukemickelson/
https://www.youtube.com/@lukemickelson5338

This week, on the Kids Sleep Show Podcast, we cover the 4-month sleep regression. It is a huge challenge for so many parents, especially as many transition back to work, and sleep struggles amplify with short daycare naps and support to sleep. Today, I dive into what causes the 4-month sleep regression and an actionable plan to get past it and move on to a balanced bedtime, the ideal 4-month-old nap structure, and the ability to maximize daytime intake for your 4-month-old to sleep through the night. Happy Listening! 
 
Discussions on the Show Include:
What causes the 4-month sleep regression

Signs you are in the 4-month sleep regression

Developmental changes at 4 months old

How to get over the 4-month sleep regression

 
Resources: 
Book a Free Discovery Call with a Certified Sleep Consultant Here

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This week, on the Kids Sleep Show I welcome the Founder of Truuce bedding, to share all about this amazing and innovative Duvet bedding system, that my son, 10 and father, 75 both love equally for the simplicity in creating a clean and polished look in the bedroom, without the fuss. 
Nancy Johnston and Kerry Roberts are the visionary founders of Truuce, a company that combines design, research, and innovation to revolutionize bedding.  
In 2023, Kerry, tired of with wrestling with her duvet cover, called her dear friend and college roommate Nancy to create a more user-friendly design.  As Nancy worked on a solution, she realized traditional sheets had their own set of problems.  This sparked a flurry of prototypes aimed at making every aspect of bedding smarter.  After several months of testing, redesigning and testing again, the integrated duvet and sheet system was ready for launch.  They decided to call it Truuce, with a mission to help everyone make peace with their bedding.
Today, while functionality, architecture and design are at the heart of everything we do, we are equally cozy obsessed.   This patent-pending design has reshaped duvets and sheets and has brought bedding into the 21st century.  
Episode Highlights
What inspired the idea behind Truuce, and how did your own sleep experiences or family life play a role in bringing it to life?
Truuce bedding rethinks how we make a bed - can you walk us through the design and why it matters for busy parents or children learning independence?
How does simplifying bedtime routines through smart design influence sleep quality for families, especially in those high-stress evening hours?
If a parent is looking to create a sleep-friendly bedroom but doesn't know where to start, what small changes would you suggest - Truuce or otherwise?
Links & Resources
https://truuce.com
https://www.instagram.com/truucebedding
https://www.facebook.com/truucebedding
https://www.tiktok.com/@truucebedding
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-johnston/