In this episode of Toddlers Made Easy, Dr. Cathryn explores why children wake up at night and how to manage it. Drawing from personal experiences, including a notable sleep mistake with her daughter, Dr. Cathryn explains the impact of ineffective sleep associations, fears, and separation anxiety on night wakings. She also touches on medical causes like sleep ... Show More
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Helping Toddlers Feel Loved When a New Baby Arrives
In this episode, Dr. Cathryn shares big-hearted, practical ways to help your toddler feel secure, loved, and included when welcoming a new baby. From sharing the news to handling jealousy and sibling meetings, this episode helps big feelings feel a little smaller — for everyone. ... Show More
14m 40s
Jul 2
Readiness and other myths
Still waiting for your toddler to want to use the potty? You’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this episode, Dr. Cathryn shares why the traditional “wait for readiness” advice might be leading to more stress, not less. You’ll learn: 🚽 Why your smart, capable t ... Show More
13m 53s
Jun 25
The Secret to Shorter, Fewer, and Less Intense Tantrums
Ever feel like your toddler’s tantrums come out of nowhere—and take forever to end? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, Dr. Cathryn shares a big-hearted, science-backed approach to handling tantrums that actually works. Order my new book Toddlers Made Easy Join the Big-Hearted ... Show More
11m 17s
Sep 2024
Insomnia & Sleep Solutions with guest Dr. Daniella Marchetti
Do you struggle to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up feeling rested? If so, then you won’t want to miss this information-packed episode of the Brainy Moms podcast with health psychologist Dr. Daniella Marchetti who specializes in behavioral sleep medicine. In this conversation ... Show More
50m 1s
Feb 2025
Compassionate Sleep Solutions with Eileen Henry, Episode 119
There are two major camps on getting babies to sleep through the night. These methods are hotly debated, and their oppositional ideas can leave parents feeling frustrated and confused.
1. Cry it out! - Deal breaker for many parents.2. Do whatever it takes, all day and all night l ... Show More
46m 59s
Jun 2024
Co-sleeping to Independent Sleep: Strategies for Success!
As a board-certified pediatrician in the U.S., the recommendations are usually independent sleep for a baby. But I know firsthand that many families do co-sleep and, at some point, want to transition their baby out of co-sleeping. I welcome Ashley Olson, a certified pediatric sle ... Show More
39m 55s
Aug 2024
Max Learns How To Fall Asleep
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7m 41s
Aug 2024
Bedtime Story: The Helpful Tumble-Bugs 🪲
In our story “The Helpful Tumble-bugs," the main characters Mr. and Mrs. Tumble-bug, are a hardworking couple, who live in a bustling barnyard. Known for their teamwork and dedication, they carefully prepare an egg-ball to ensure their future offspring's safety. Throughout their ... Show More
20m 10s
Dec 2024
How do I know if I sleepwalk?
Sleepwalking is a disorder that comes on during the deep sleep phase, from one to three hours after falling asleep. Episodes can last from 5 to 30 minutes and despite the condition’s name, they don’t always involve walking. Often people just rub their eyes, sit up on their bed or ... Show More
4m 23s