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Brand New Little People

Brand New Little People

Written by: Dr Fallon Cook & Dr Laura Conway (PhD's Sleep Practitioners)
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 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: sombelle@infantsleep.com.au© 2026 Copyright 2023 Hygiene & Healthy Living Parenting Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Relationships
Episodes
  • Episode 118: Fixing False Starts

    Episode 118: Fixing False Starts
    Apr 27 2026

    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 sleep – they may have this deep sleep later in the night, or not at all.

    In episode 118, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs & Sleep Practitioners) unpack why false starts happen, and how you can fix them.

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    ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support!

    🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic, or explore telehealth options.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Episode 117: Fixing the 5am wake up

    Episode 117: Fixing the 5am wake up
    Apr 13 2026

    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 parents assume their little one is just wired that way, but in most cases there's a clear reason it's happening, and a fix.

    In this episode, Dr Fallon and Dr Laura (PhDs & Sleep Practitioners) walk you through the most common causes of early waking, the mistakes that can accidentally lock in that 5am start, and the practical steps you can take to shift things in the right direction.

    Need support?

    ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support!

    🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic, or explore telehealth options.

    Give us some love!

    ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee!

    📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok

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    ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Episode 116: Yes, you can wake your sleeping child

    Episode 116: Yes, you can wake your sleeping child
    Apr 2 2026

    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 this cycle.

    In this episode of Brand New Little People, Dr Fallon (PhD, Sleep Practitioner) explains when and why your baby or toddler should be woken from their naps.

    Need support?

    ✅ Join our Sombelle Paediatric Sleep Clinic Programs and add on a coaching call with Dr Fallon for extra support!

    🏢 Local to Melbourne? Visit Dr Laura for an in-person appointment at Victorian Children's Clinic, or explore telehealth options.

    Give us some love!

    ☕️ Love our work? Buy us a coffee!

    📲 Follow us on instagram | Facebook | TikTok

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    ❤️ Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music
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    47 mins
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