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Partners Beyond Parenthood
Welcome to Partners Beyond Parenthood, hosted by new mother and advocate for personal empowerment in parenting, Saba Bosuener. This podcast is a resource for mothers and fathers navigating the complex journey of maintaining personal identity and relationship dynamics in the face of new parenthood. Each week, Saba shares strategies, stories, and expert insights designed to help overwhelmed parents gain clarity, reconnect with their partners, and embrace their true selves while managing the demands of parenthood. Join her as she explores the challenges and celebrates the triumphs of parenting, with the goal of empowering parents to thrive in both their personal and shared paths.
Partners Beyond Parenthood
19 | Co-Sleeping, Bed Sharing, & Sleep Training: Debunking Myths & Rethinking Your Approach to Sleep w/ Rachael Shepard-Ohta
Forget what you’ve heard about sleep training — let’s explore a baby-led, flexible approach. Like many parents, Rachael Shepard-Ohta, founder of Hey Sleepy Baby and host of the No One Told Us podcast, discovered that traditional sleep training methods didn’t work for her child. In this episode, we debunk common misconceptions about sleep training and discuss the surprising benefits of co-sleeping and bed sharing.
Rachael shares the methods that helped her overcome her child’s four-month sleep regression, how her approach evolved with each child, and where to find trustworthy resources on safe sleep practices. Join our conversation to explore different sleep options and rethink what works best for your family!
Topics discussed in this episode:
- Sleep training versus a baby-led sleep approach
- Rachael’s evolving sleep strategies for her children
- Misconceptions about co-sleeping and bed sharing
- Safe co-sleeping practices and resources
- Managing a growing business and family life
- Misconceptions about sleep training
- How to choose the right sleep approach for your family
Connect with Rachael Shepard-Ohta:
https://heysleepybaby.com/
https://www.instagram.com/heysleepybaby/
Listen to Rachael’s podcast, No One Told Us:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-one-told-us/id1704569686
Resources:
Safe Infant Sleep by James McKenna
The Safe Sleep Seven
Connect with Saba Bosuener:
https://www.instagram.com/sababosuener/
Join the Partners Beyond Parenthood Facebook group to connect with me and other parents. Share your stories, get tips, and support each other on this parenting adventure!
Head to the Partners Beyond Parenthood YouTube channel for more!
I'd love to hear what you thought and if you're curious about any topics that you'd like me to explore, you can email me at hello@partnesbeyondparenthood.com.
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