Honest Motherhood: On Losing My Mind and Finding Myself with Libby Ward

Honest Motherhood: On Losing My Mind and Finding Myself with Libby Ward

Author: Erin Junker - The Happy Sleep Company April 14, 2026 Duration: 50:21
In this episode, we sit down with Libby Ward to talk about her raw, relatable, and unexpectedly funny memoir, Honest Motherhood: On Losing My Mind and Finding Myself. Libby shares what it really looked like to break under the pressure of trying to do it all... and the powerful rebuild that followed. We dive into the unrealistic expectations placed on modern moms, the identity loss that so often goes unspoken, and the moment everything had to change. This conversation is both a wake-up call an...

Ever feel like parenting advice comes at you from a million directions, leaving you more overwhelmed than when you started? Sleep Cues: The Everything Parenting Podcast cuts through the noise with a refreshingly practical focus, starting with the foundation of a well-rested household. Your host, Erin Junker, isn't just a passionate advocate for children's sleep; she's a certified pediatric sleep consultant and the owner of The Happy Sleep Company, bringing a Masters in Health Communications and direct experience from guiding over a thousand families toward better rest. She's also right there in the trenches, drawing on eight years of raising her own child. This podcast operates on a simple, powerful belief: a family that sleeps well is a happier, healthier family. Conversations here go beyond basic sleep training tips, exploring how quality rest for your kids directly influences every other aspect of parenting-from mealtime moods and daycare transitions to managing your own patience and finding moments of calm in the chaos. Erin’s approach is compassionate and evidence-based, offering realistic strategies rather than rigid rules. You’ll hear honest discussions about common hurdles, nuanced questions answered with clarity, and the reassuring sense that you’re not figuring it out alone. Tune in for a supportive resource that helps you build a more peaceful home, one good night at a time.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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Managing The Holidays Around Baby’s Sleep Schedule [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:55
It’s that magical time of year filled with festive gatherings, sweet treats, and plenty of holiday excitement—but also the potential for major sleep disruptions. Between travel, late-night events, and a constantly changi…
Q&A: Early Morning Wake Ups and Short Naps [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:05
Answering this week's Top 5 Sleep Questions. This week’s questions highlight the following topics: - My 18 month old is waking up at 5:30am and not going back to sleep. Do you have tips for a later sleep in? - My 7.5 mon…
Navigating Airplane Travel with Babies and Young Children [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:59
Traveling with little ones can feel like a mission — especially when sleep schedules are on the line! In this episode, we’re tackling your biggest questions about airplane travel with babies and young children. From plan…
Q&A: Let’s Talk Naps! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:28
Answering this week's Top 5 Sleep Questions. This week’s questions highlight the following topics: - Should you do a nap routine for on the go naps? - What’s a good nap schedule for a 10 month old who normally wakes at 7…
All About Kids, Physical Activity and Screen Time with Dr. Scott Rollo [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:14
Today’s guest is Dr. Scott Rollo, a behaviour change scientist and public health professional. His work focuses on kids’ health — especially physical activity, screen time, and healthy habits. Scott has helped shape nati…
Daylight Saving Time: The Dreaded Fall Back [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:52
Oh, the dreaded Fall Back – the change in Daylight Saving Time that occurs each autumn that has parents of already-early wakers wanting to run for the hills. Good news! There ARE ways to manage Daylight Saving Time that…
Q&A: Contact Naps, Lengthening Naps and Daycare Naps [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:59
Answering this week's Top 5 Sleep Questions. This week’s questions highlight the following topics: - How can I support my 12 week old who only does contact naps to transition to bassinet naps? - 1 nap for my 17 month old…
Storytime: Curious George Makes Pancakes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:06
We're switching it up this week with a story time for your kiddo! Margret and H.A. Rey's Curious George Makes Pancakes read by Erin Junker Erin Junker | Paediatric Sleep Consultant Instagram @thehappysleepcompany Website…