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256. How to Handle Loveys, Stuffed Animals, and Bedtime Stalling

September 08, 2026

Is your child's crib or bed overflowing with loveys, stuffed animals, and comfort items? Or maybe you're wondering when it's okay to introduce a lovey, or whether your big kid is too old to still sleep with one. In this episode, pediatric sleep coach Allison Egidi answers your most common questions about loveys and toddler sleep. She explains how many loveys she recommends keeping in your child's crib or bed, why too many can become a bedtime distraction, how to stop the "lovey fetch" game, a...

255. When Your Child Only Wants Mom (or Dad) at Bedtime: What to Do

September 01, 2026

Does your child insist that only Mom can do bedtime? And they refuse to let Dad put them to bed? Parent preference at bedtime is incredibly common, especially during the toddler and preschool years. But while it's normal, that doesn't mean you have to accept a situation where only one parent can handle bedtime every night. In this episode, Allison explains why children develop a strong preference for one parent at bedtime and, more importantly, exactly how to help your child become comfortabl...

254. The Fire Safety Reason Your Child Should Sleep With the Door Closed

August 25, 2026

A closed bedroom door might not seem like a sleep issue, but it could save your child's life. In this episode, Allison shares an important fire safety message that every parent should hear: close your bedroom door before you go to sleep, and close your children's bedroom doors, too. After seeing a Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI) video demonstrating what happens to two bedrooms during the same house fire, one with the door open and one with the door closed, Allison was stunned by the dif...