Why Sleep is Hard and How to Help
For many kids from hard places, bedtime isn’t restful — it’s triggering. In this episode, occupational therapist Saydee Miller joins us to explore why sleep can be so difficult for children with trauma histories and how caregivers can respond with compassion, patience and practical tools.
From sleep journals and bedtime routines to sensory regulation strategies and “cookie dough rolls,” Saydee shares trauma-informed insights to help you shift the focus from sleep to safety and connection.
Whether you're a foster parent, adoptive caregiver or simply raising a child who struggles to settle at night, this episode will equip you with hope and help for bedtime battles.
📚 Resources:
Learn more about Dwell Pediatric Sleep: https://www.instagram.com/dwellpediatricsleep
Explore Interoception Tools from Kelly Mahler: https://www.kelly-mahler.com
Why Sleep is Hard and How to Help
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For many kids from hard places, bedtime isn’t restful — it’s triggering. In this episode, occupational therapist Saydee Miller joins us to explore why sleep can be so difficult for children with trauma histories and how caregivers can respond with compassion, patience and practical tools.
From sleep journals and bedtime routines to sensory regulation strategies and “cookie dough rolls,” Saydee shares trauma-informed insights to help you shift the focus from sleep to safety and connection.
Whether you're a foster parent, adoptive caregiver or simply raising a child who struggles to settle at night, this episode will equip you with hope and help for bedtime battles.
📚 Resources:
Learn more about Dwell Pediatric Sleep: https://www.instagram.com/dwellpediatricsleep
Explore Interoception Tools from Kelly Mahler: https://www.kelly-mahler.com
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Why Sleep is Hard and How to Help
For many kids from hard places, bedtime isn’t restful — it’s triggering. In this episode, occupational therapist Saydee Miller joins us to explore why sleep can be so difficult for children with trauma histories and how caregivers can respond with compassion, patience and practical tools.
From sleep journals and bedtime routines to sensory regulation strategies and “cookie dough rolls,” Saydee shares trauma-informed insights to help you shift the focus from sleep to safety and connection.
Whether you're a foster parent, adoptive caregiver or simply raising a child who struggles to settle at night, this episode will equip you with hope and help for bedtime battles.
📚 Resources:
Learn more about Dwell Pediatric Sleep: https://www.instagram.com/dwellpediatricsleep
Explore Interoception Tools from Kelly Mahler: https://www.kelly-mahler.com
Why Sleep is Hard and How to Help
For many kids from hard places, bedtime isn’t restful — it’s triggering. In this episode, occupational therapist Saydee Miller joins us to explore why sleep can be so difficult for children with trauma histories and how caregivers can respond with compassion, patience and practical tools.
From sleep journals and bedtime routines to sensory regulation strategies and “cookie dough rolls,” Saydee shares trauma-informed insights to help you shift the focus from sleep to safety and connection.
Whether you're a foster parent, adoptive caregiver or simply raising a child who struggles to settle at night, this episode will equip you with hope and help for bedtime battles.
📚 Resources:
Learn more about Dwell Pediatric Sleep: https://www.instagram.com/dwellpediatricsleep
Explore Interoception Tools from Kelly Mahler: https://www.kelly-mahler.com
Why Sleep is Hard and How to Help
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