Welcome to a deeply relatable episode where we bust myths around baby sleep and dive into the Indian parenting culture with Bhakti Parekh, a sleep consultant and a mom herself. From sleepless nights to nurturing sleep independence, this one’s a gentle guide to reclaiming rest – for you and your baby.
This episode unpacks the what, why, and how of sleep training, co-sleeping myths, toddler tantrums, and sleep struggles in multi-kid households – all rooted in empathy and real-life wisdom.
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About Bhakti Parikh
Today’s guest is Bhakti Parekh, a certified paediatric sleep consultant who helps exhausted parents teach their babies and toddlers to sleep through the night, gently and peacefully. With her gentle, holistic approach, she empowers families to build healthy sleep foundations without stress or struggle.
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Chapters
00:00 - Intro
00:49 - Baby Sleep in India
03:00 - What Is Baby Sleep Training
04:35 - When to Start Sleep Training
07:34 - Why Baby Sleep Matters
08:18 - Infant & Toddler Sleep Schedule
11:01 - Why Babies Wake at Night
12:05 - Is Baby Overtired or Not?
17:01 - Effective Baby Sleep Methods
21:43 - What Sleep Experts Do
23:51 - Co-Sleeping & Baby Sleep
25:25 - Sleep Training with Siblings
30:22 - Sleep Setbacks: Events & Holidays
32:56 - What Is Sleep Regression?
36:48 - Dropping Naps in Toddlers
41:05 - Baby Sleep Aids & Tools
43:36 - 5 Easy Sleep Tips
46:28 - Thanks for watching
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