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Brand New Little People

Dr Fallon Cook & Dr Laura Conway (PhD's, Sleep Practitioners)
Brand New Little People
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    Episode 116: Yes, you can wake your sleeping child

    02/04/2026 | 46 mins.
    Waking your child from a nap might feel counterintuitive - especially if you were up half the night with them! But sometimes a long day nap only increases the chances of another tricky night - at some point, we have to put the brakes on this cycle.

    In this episode of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon (PhD, Sleep Practitioner) explains when and why your baby or toddler should be woken from their naps.



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    ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support!

    🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic, or explore telehealth options.



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    Episode 115: The mental load of sleep – who carries it in your house?

    16/03/2026 | 1h 3 mins.
    You know the feeling: your baby is finally asleep, but your brain is just getting started 😓 In this episode, Dr. Fallon Cook & Dr. Laura Conway (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) dive into something that keeps so many parents awake long after bedtime - the mental load of sleep. We’re talking about the 2am maths equations, the endless planning, and the invisible second shift that runs on a loop in your head. Join us as we name it, unpack why it hits so hard, and share practical strategies for sharing the load so you can actually rest when your little one does.



    Need support?

    ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support!

    🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic, or explore telehealth options.



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    Episode 114: Managing your low sleep needs child

    03/03/2026 | 1h 4 mins.
    If you’ve ever heard the phrase, 'Sleep begets sleep' and wanted to throw a book across the room, this episode is for you! Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) tackle one of parenting's most exhausting curveballs: the low sleep needs baby or toddler. Let’s ditch the guilt, drop the pressure to 'fix' them, and dive into real-world strategies to help you, and your low sleep needs child, thrive!



    Need support?

    ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs for immediate support.

    🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic

    🙋‍♀️ See Dr Fallon in our Telehealth clinic



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    Episode 113: Using white noise to support sleep

    16/02/2026 | 1h 2 mins.
    Inside the womb, your baby’s world is a constant hum of blood flow, digestion, and a heartbeat that thumps like a drum. It’s no wonder most babies find white noise soothing – it sounds like home! From calming a crying infant to blocking out the doorbell during nap time, white noise is a simple tool can be a game-changer for the whole family.

    In this episode, Dr Fallon (PhD, Sleep Practitioner) breaks down exactly how to use white noise to support your little one’s sleep, without the common mistakes.



    Need support?

    🙋‍♀️ See Dr Fallon in our Telehealth clinic

    🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic

    ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs for immediate support.



    Give us some love!

    ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee!

    📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok

    💖 Tell your mates about us



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    Episode 112: Master the bedtime routine

    02/02/2026 | 1h 8 mins.
    Everyone says that a good bedtime routine is super important for children. But has anyone ever told you why? Or how to set up a great bedtime routine for your little one? In this episode, Dr Fallon & Dr Laura (PhDs, Sleep Practitioners) dive right in, so you can learn what’s happening in your child’s brain when you begin their bedtime routine, how to set up a great bedtime routine for your baby, toddler, or older child, and what to do if bedtime, feels more like heading in to battle, than the relaxing wind down you hoped it would be.



    Need support?

    🙋‍♀️ See Dr Fallon in our Telehealth clinic

    🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic

    ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs for immediate support.



    Give us some love!

    ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee!

    📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok

    💖 Tell your mates about us



    Subscribe 🔽

    ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music
    🎥 Watch this episode on YouTube

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About Brand New Little People

Welcome to the ultimate podcast for parents navigating the early stages of parenting, with a special focus on vital aspects like sleep, settling, and crying. As passionate hosts and holders of PhD’s in early child development, we're Dr. Fallon Cook and Dr. Laura Conway, also known as paediatric sleep practitioners at Infant Sleep Australia and co-founders of the ground-breaking online paediatric sleep program, Sombelle. Come with us as we delve into the complexities of early parenting, exploring the shades of grey in the advice often given to new parents. Our discussions are informed by our rich experiences in the clinic, our in-depth research in early child development, and our personal journeys as parents. Together, let's unravel the mysteries of early parenting and equip ourselves with the knowledge and support we all need. Ready to dive in? Let's go! Sombelle member? Submit your questions: [email protected]
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