Nap Trapped

Nap Trapped

Author: Sally Woods and Bec Maher Language: English Episodes: 82
Ever found yourself stuck on the couch, scrolling in the quiet, while your little one finally sleeps? You're not alone, and that's exactly where Nap Trapped finds its groove. Hosted by Australian sleep consultants Sally Woods of The Sleep Concierge and Bec Maher from The Sleep Centre, this podcast meets you in that exhausted, sometimes isolating space. It’s a direct conversation between two experts who are also mums, blending solid, evidence-based strategies with the real-world chaos of family life. They break down the 'why' behind restless nights and short naps, moving beyond rigid rules to offer adaptable, practical solutions that actually fit your day. The tone is all solidarity and zero judgment, recognising that every family's sleep journey is different. You'll hear honest stories, debunk common myths, and get actionable advice that aims to bring more rest to your household, not just your baby. Tune into Nap Trapped for a genuinely helpful mix of professional insight and relatable commiseration, all delivered with a warm, Aussie sensibility. It's the kind of podcast you listen to while you're, well, nap trapped, and finish feeling equipped and understood.
Episodes
Sleep Detectives Q&A: 18-Month Regression, Toddler Naps & Crying in Cot [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:46
Want to subscribe to every ep and enjoy FREE sleep tools? 👉 www.naptrappedpodcast.comIn this week’s Sleep Detectives, Sally & Bec tackle three big questions from parents:1️⃣ What’s really behind the so-called 18-month re…
Busting the Myths: Spaced Feeding vs On Demand [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:15
Exclusive Nap Trapped caps have dropped! Is spaced feeding starving babies? Or does it actually create better sleep and calmer days? After seeing a viral TikTok about breastfeeding “on demand vs spaced,” Sally & Bec brea…
Sleep Detectives (Q&A): Rolling Babies, 2–1 Naps & 6-Month Myths [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:10
Want to subscribe to every ep and enjoy FREE sleep tools? 👉 www.naptrappedpodcast.comRolling babies stuck on their tummies, confusing wake windows in the 2–1 nap transition, and the never-ending question: does the 6-mont…
The Golden Rules of Weaning Night Feeds [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:15
Want to subscribe to every ep and enjoy FREE sleep tools? 👉 www.naptrappedpodcast.comYour baby skips a feed they “always” woke for—what now? Do you feed them earlier the next night, or hold the boundary and resettle? In…
Sleep Detectives Q&A: Catnaps, Night Feeds & Naps on the Go [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:47
Want to subscribe to every ep and enjoy FREE sleep tools? 👉 www.naptrappedpodcast.comIs it too late to sleep train an 8-month-old? Should you resettle after a 30-minute nap—or just move on with your day? And what happens…
2-to-1 Nap Transition: When & How to Do It Right [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:22
Want to subscribe to every ep and enjoy FREE sleep tools? 👉 www.naptrappedpodcast.comThinking about dropping to one nap? Before you ditch that morning sleep, Sally & Bec explain why most 12–15 month olds still need a sho…
Sleep Detective Q&A: Weaning Feeds, Nap Schedules & Red Light Myths [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:23
Want to subscribe to every ep and enjoy FREE sleep tools? 👉 www.naptrappedpodcast.comFrom 12-month milk weaning to fixing 1am–3am toddler parties, this Sleep Detectives episode tackles the real questions keeping parents…
Why 6pm Bedtimes Backfire: A 14-Month Sleep Case Study [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:41
Want to subscribe to every ep and enjoy FREE sleep tools? 👉 www.naptrappedpodcast.comYour 14-month-old is up at 4:30am, you’re clinging to a 6pm bedtime and a 10pm bottle… and somehow everyone’s still wrecked. In this ca…
Sleep Detectives Q&A: Hawaii Jet Lag, Dummy Drama & Nap Fixes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:12
Want to subscribe to every ep and enjoy FREE sleep tools? 👉 www.naptrappedpodcast.comEver felt a 10-hour time-zone shift, a cot-standing protestor and 20 dummy-replugs a night were conspiring against your sleep? 😅 In thi…
Dream Feed Debate: Should You Do the 10:30 PM Top-Up? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:58
Want to subscribe to every ep and enjoy FREE sleep tools? 👉 www.naptrappedpodcast.comYour baby finally drifts off at 7 pm… and now you’re wondering if sneaking in with a bottle (or boob) at 10:30 will buy you a blissful…