About this episode
Struggling with your child's sleep? In this episode of Parenting Great Kids, Dr. Meg Meeker sits down with sleep expert Dana Obleman, founder of the Sleep Sense Program, to tackle common sleep challenges in babies, toddlers, and teens. They discuss:
Why children wake up at night and how to help them sleep independently
The four-month sleep regression and how to navigate it
Strategies to reduce nighttime wake-ups in nine-month-olds
Tips for healthy sleep habits in preschoolers and teenagers
The impact of screen time, blue light, and melatonin on sleep quality
Why a consistent bedtime routine is crucial for kids of all ages
If you're looking for practical sleep solutions for your child, this episode is packed with expert advice to help your family get better rest. 👉 For more expert parenting advice, visit megmeekermd.com.Episode Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome to Parenting Great Kids00:31 – Understanding Infant Sleep Challenges02:34 – Solving Common Sleep Issues in Babies08:04 – Nighttime Wake-Ups & Sleep Strategies for Older Babies16:03 – Screen Time & Sleep Hygiene for Preschoolers23:33 – Teen Sleep Struggles & How to Fix Them28:43 – Why Sleep Matters for All Ages34:31 – Final ThoughtsSubscribe for more expert parenting tips!About Our Guest: Dana OblemanDana Obleman is the founder of the Sleep Sense Program, a trusted resource that has helped over 100,000 families worldwide establish healthy sleep habits for their children. Since 2003, she has provided practical, compassionate solutions through her step-by-step methods, empowering parents to teach independent sleep skills with confidence. A sought-after speaker and author, Dana is passionate about helping families navigate sleep challenges at every stage, from infant sleep regressions to teen sleep struggles.Our SponsorsDeepCozy – 15% off sinus relief at deepcozy.com with code DRMEGAmazfit Active 2 – 10% off AI-driven coaching at amazfit.com/DRMEGHungryroot – 40% off + a free item in every box for life at hungryroot.com/drmeg (code DRMEG)Acorns – Start investing with just your spare c
