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Creating Well-Rested Families

Creating Well-Rested Families

By: Unnati Patel MPH—Baby Sleep Consultant
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Hey! I’m Unnati Patel, your certified pediatric sleep consultant, and virtual mom bestie.

Are you tired of the endless guessing game when it comes to your baby's next nap time? Have you tried everything to improve your baby's sleep but nothing seems to help?
If you answered YES to any of these then you are in the right place. We are on a mission to create well-rested families by providing you with all of the baby sleep help you need so you can feel confident in the approaches you take in your parenting journey.
Wondering how you can create a well-rested family and foster thriving, confident parenting?
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Episodes
  • 5 Things to Help You Survive the Witching Hour With Your Fussy Baby
    Jul 3 2025

    Text us your sleep questions.

    The witching hour with your baby can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve tried everything and your baby is still fussy, crying, and fighting sleep in the evening. This late afternoon or evening fussiness is one of the most common baby sleep struggles, and today I’m giving you 5 practical, parent-tested ways to survive the witching hour and help your baby settle faster.

    Whether you’re dealing with a fussy newborn, a baby who needs constant soothing, or you’re simply exhausted by the end of the day, these tips will help you get through the witching hour with less stress and more calm.

    Plus, don’t miss the giveaway I’m hosting with Mylicon!

    We’re giving away a FREE diaper bag filled with bedtime essentials to help your baby sleep better.

    👉 Head to Instagram or TikTok to enter.

    In this episode, you’ll learn:

    • What is the witching hour? When it happens, why it happens, and what to expect
    • How to prevent evening fussiness with better baby sleep schedules and awake windows
    • Simple ways to soothe an overtired baby during the witching hour
    • Why cluster feeding in the evening is normal and can actually help baby sleep
    • How to layer soothing techniques like white noise, baby-wearing, and contact naps

    BLOGS MENTIONED:

    The Soothing Ladder Method: New Parent’s Guide to Getting Baby to Sleep

    Signs of an Overtired Baby and How to Break the Cycle


    You don’t have to just survive this season — there are real, gentle ways to make it easier.

    💤 Need more baby sleep support?
    Join the Creating Well-Rested Families Membership for on-demand slee

    This episode is sponsored by Hungryroot. Leave the meal planning, grocery shopping, and even some prep work to Hungryroot while you enjoy making memories with your family.

    Use code RESTED40 for 40% off. CLICK HERE to get started today.


    Want a free sample baby sleep schedule?
    👉
    TAKE THIS QUIZ

    Do you know your sleep training personality?
    👉
    TAKE THIS QUIZ TO FIND OUT

    More free baby sleep resources: One for every stage of parenthood

    Join Our Free Well-Rested Families Facebook Group to answer all your sleep questions: CLICK HERE


    Connect with Unnati:

    • Instagram: @nestedtorestedsleep
    • Facebook: @nestedtorestedsleep
    • Website: https://www.nestedtorestedsleep.com
    • Podcast Wedsite: ...
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    16 mins
  • Separation Anxiety in Babies and Toddlers: What It Is, How to Help, and What Not to Do at Bedtime
    May 22 2025

    Text us your sleep questions.

    Is your baby suddenly waking more at night? Crying the second you leave the room? Refusing naps or bedtime routines they used to handle just fine? It could be separation anxiety—a completely normal (but totally exhausting) phase many babies and toddlers go through.

    In this episode of Creating Well-Rested Families, I’m breaking down:

    • What separation anxiety actually is and why it’s a good sign for your child’s development
    • When separation anxiety typically starts (and how long it lasts)
    • The most common signs your baby or toddler is experiencing it
    • Gentle, responsive ways to support your child through separation anxiety—especially around sleep
    • What not to do when your baby is struggling with separation
    • And my favorite trick to make your baby’s sleep space more comforting using your natural scent

    Whether you're parenting a clingy 9-month-old or a preschooler suddenly scared to sleep alone, this episode will give you practical tools (and a whole lot of reassurance).


    JOIN WELL-RESTED FAMILIES COMMUNITY TODAY AND CANCEL ANYTIME.

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    This episode is sponsored by Hungryroot. Leave the meal planning, grocery shopping, and even some prep work to Hungryroot while you enjoy making memories with your family.

    Use code RESTED40 for 40% off. CLICK HERE to get started today.


    Want a free sample baby sleep schedule?
    👉
    TAKE THIS QUIZ

    Do you know your sleep training personality?
    👉
    TAKE THIS QUIZ TO FIND OUT

    More free baby sleep resources: One for every stage of parenthood

    Join Our Free Well-Rested Families Facebook Group to answer all your sleep questions: CLICK HERE


    Connect with Unnati:

    • Instagram: @nestedtorestedsleep
    • Facebook: @nestedtorestedsleep
    • Website: https://www.nestedtorestedsleep.com
    • Podcast Wedsite: ...
    Show More Show Less
    16 mins
  • How to Reset Your Baby or Toddler’s Sleep Routine After a Chaotic Weekend
    May 8 2025

    Text us your sleep questions.

    Life with little ones can feel chaotic, especially when sleep routines get thrown off. In this episode of Creating Well-Rested Families, I’m sharing why I took a short break, what real life has looked like behind the scenes, and how our family hit reset after a weekend full of overstimulation and late nights.

    If you're a parent trying to get your baby or toddler back on a consistent sleep schedule—or just craving a return to calmer days—this episode is packed with encouragement and practical tips to help you reconnect with rest, routine, and what matters most.

    In this episode, I share:

    • Why I took a short break from the podcast
    • The importance of rest for both parents and kids
    • How we got back on track with our family’s sleep routine
    • Gentle, realistic tips to reset your baby or toddler’s schedule
    • Why grace and flexibility matter in the busy seasons of parenting

    Whether you're navigating short naps, toddler bedtime battles, or just feel off-track, this conversation will help you breathe, reset, and move forward with confidence.

    This episode is sponsored by Hungryroot. Leave the meal planning, grocery shopping, and even some prep work to Hungryroot while you enjoy making memories with your family.

    Use code RESTED40 for 40% off. CLICK HERE to get started today.


    Want a free sample baby sleep schedule?
    👉
    TAKE THIS QUIZ

    Do you know your sleep training personality?
    👉
    TAKE THIS QUIZ TO FIND OUT

    More free baby sleep resources: One for every stage of parenthood

    Join Our Free Well-Rested Families Facebook Group to answer all your sleep questions: CLICK HERE


    Connect with Unnati:

    • Instagram: @nestedtorestedsleep
    • Facebook: @nestedtorestedsleep
    • Website: https://www.nestedtorestedsleep.com
    • Podcast Wedsite: ...
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    17 mins

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