Is your baby’s sleep association helping... or holding you hostage?

You know the drill: white noise, sleeping bag, bottle, bounce, pad, pray...

Hi Nappers,

But how do you know if what you’re doing is setting your baby up for deeper, longer sleep… or just digging you deeper into the resettle trenches?

In this episode of Nap Trapped, we unpack sleep associations—the positive, the problematic, and the totally personal. You’ll learn how to tell when something is becoming a crutch, how to wean (or work around) sleep props, and how to build self-settling skills that last.

We also share:

  • Why unassisted sleep cues like white noise and dummies (once baby can replug!) are your secret weapon

  • What happens during sleep cycles—and why babies wake more if their environment changes

  • Real-life examples of how to gradually (or instantly) shift to more sustainable routines

Whether you’re contact napping with love or eyeing a sleep reset, this episode will help you make changes with confidence—not guilt.

🎧 Listen to the episode here on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app.

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Sleep well,

Sally & Bec
Nap Trapped Podcast