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Brand New Little People

by Dr Fallon Cook & Dr Laura Conway (PhD's, Sleep Practitioners)
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  • Episode 127: Dr Halaina on Mum Life & Mental Health

    October 12, 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

    Does being a clinical psychologist make parenting a walk in the park? According to Dr Halaina Winter, not quite. Dr Fallon chats with Dr Halaina about her experience as a first-time parent: the surprises, the self-doubt and the moments…

  • Episode 126: Early rising, decoded

    September 24, 2026 · 1 hr 11 min

    If your little one is waking before the sun and ready to party while the rest of the house sleeps, this episode is for you. Early rising is one of the most common sleep struggles parents face, but the good news is that it almost always…

  • Episode 125: When sleep progress stalls (you need to address these 3 factors)

    September 7, 2026 · 46 min

    Dr. Fallon Cook breaks down the three core factors that influence nighttime sleep in babies and toddlers - leave one unaddressed and those night wakes will continue 🫩 Tune in to identify the missing factor that stands between you and…

  • Episode 124: Book Week Made Easy

    August 24, 2026 · 46 min

    In this episode, Dr Fallon shares practical parenting hacks for stress-free Book Week costumes, along with expert advice on sleep and settling challenges for babies and toddlers.    🔍 Search our index of parent questions here   Books…

  • Episode 123: Dropping the final nap

    August 14, 2026 · 59 min

    Is your toddler fighting their nap like it's a personal insult? Then you might be wondering if it's time to drop that final nap. In this episode Dr Fallon (PhD) shows you exactly how and when to do it. 🔍 Search our index of parent…

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  • Episode 122: Bringing bedtime earlier

    July 28, 2026 · 57 min

    If your little one has decided a late bedtime and a long sleep in each day is their vibe, then this episode is for you! Dr Fallon walks you through exactly how to bring bedtime and wake up time earlier – the fast way and the slow way - so…

  • Episode 121: Unique Sleep Needs

    July 13, 2026 · 1 hr 12 min

    Understanding your baby or toddler's unique sleep needs is one of the most important steps you can take towards better sleep for your whole family. Join Dr Fallon (PhD) to learn about how variable sleep needs can be between babies, and…

  • Episode 120: How to tailor your cot settling approach

    June 16, 2026 · 39 min

    For most babies and toddlers, sleep improves when they start to fall asleep in their cot. But what if you have a super sensitive baby? One who absolutely HATES their cot and will scream the moment you dare even walk in to their nursery?…

  • Episode 119: Permission slips for tired parents

    May 29, 2026 · 49 min

    I was thinking about what I would tell my younger self. The version of me who had a newborn, or a six-month-old, or a toddler who had decided that 4:30am was a completely acceptable time to begin the day 🫩 And I realised that the things…

  • Episode 118: Fixing False Starts

    April 27, 2026 · 1 hr 4 min

    If you settle your baby or toddler at bedtime, only for them to wake up less than 2 hours later, then you’re familiar with ‘false starts.’ False starts happen when babies or toddlers don’t begin their nights with a long stretch of deep…

  • Episode 117: Fixing the 5am wake up

    April 13, 2026 · 1 hr 16 min

    If 5am wake-ups are a regular occurrence in your house, you are not alone, and more importantly, you are not stuck. Early rising is one of the most common sleep complaints we hear from parents, and one of the most misunderstood. Many…

  • Episode 116: Yes, you can wake your sleeping child

    April 2, 2026 · 47 min

    Waking your child from a nap might feel counterintuitive - especially if you were up half the night with them! But sometimes a long day nap only increases the chances of another tricky night - at some point, we have to put the brakes on…

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About the show

Welcome to the ultimate podcast for parents navigating the early stages of parenting, with a special focus on vital aspects like sleep, settling, and crying. As passionate hosts and holders of PhD’s in early child development, we're Dr. Fallon Cook and Dr. Laura Conway, also known as paediatric sleep practitioners at Infant Sleep Australia and co-founders of the ground-breaking online paediatric sleep program, Sombelle. Come with us as we delve into the complexities of early parenting, exploring the shades of grey in the advice often given to new parents. Our discussions are informed by our rich experiences in the clinic, our in-depth research in early child development, and our personal journeys as parents. Together, let's unravel the mysteries of early parenting and equip ourselves with the knowledge and support we all need. Ready to dive in? Let's go! Sombelle member? Submit your questions: hello@sombelle.com.au