Sleep Detectives: Regressions, Poop Wakes & Nap Drops

Sleep Detectives: Regressions, Poop Wakes & Nap Drops

Author: Sally Woods and Bec Maher December 11, 2025 Duration: 41:39

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Your baby was sleeping through. Now they're waking hourly. Your toddler was cruising on two naps. Now they're refusing the second one. Sound familiar? This week Sally and Bec tackle six real parent questions about what happens when sleep goes sideways and how to get it back on track.

From an 8-month-old who regressed hard after months of great sleep, to a 5am poop wake dilemma, to multiple questions about the transitional schedule and when to actually drop to one nap, this episode covers the messy middle of baby sleep. Plus: what to do when your baby sleeps through to 3:47am and you're not sure if you should celebrate or panic.

What You'll Learn:• Why unicorn sleepers can suddenly regress at 8 months (and how to fix it)• The truth about early morning dirty diaper wakes and what actually helps• How to tell if your toddler is ready for one nap or just faking you out• What to do when your baby refuses NAP2 on the transitional schedule• How to handle appointment days without derailing sleep• When your baby sleeps through: how to set your new overnight feed benchmark• Why going back to three naps at 8-9 months isn't going backwards• The 80/20 rule for flexible schedulesChapters:00:00 Intro & Bec's back from holiday

02:48 Q1: 8-month-old sleep regression after being a unicorn sleeper

09:30 Q2: Early morning dirty diaper wakes at 5am

14:40 Q3: 15-month-old struggling with 2-1 nap transition

21:09 Q4: 14-month-old refusing NAP2 on transitional schedule

27:00 Q5: How to handle appointment days that disrupt naps

34:42 Q6: Baby slept to 3:47am - is this the new benchmark

40:08 Wrap-upšŸŽ™ļø ABOUT NAP TRAPPED

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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.
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