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All it Takes is a Plan

Lauren Engler
Sleep Training
Via Graces
Separation Anxiety
Sleep
Teething
Sleep Training Methods
Bedtime Routine
Co-Sleeping
Slumberpod
Homeschooling
Parenting
Travel
Newborn Sleep
Family Life
Sleep Pressure
Overtiredness
Undertiredness
Wake Windows
Toddler Sleep
Breastfeeding

If you're looking for real talk about all things sleep and parenting, you're in the right place! Lauren Engler, pediatric sleep consultant and mom of three, shares her sleep tips and tricks for babies, toddlers, and young kids, so your family can get the best sleep possible. She also interviews other guest experts to help you feel confident in your parenting journey.

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Recent Guests

Samantha Gomella
Newest member of the Via Graces sleep coach team
Via Graces
Episode: Samantha's Why - Her Story and Why She's Now a Sleep Coach
Dr. Shanna Sarita Alvarez
Licensed psychologist specializing in supporting families with big feelings and attachment, founder of Helping Families Thrive
Helping Families Thrive
Episode: Does Sleep Training Harm Attachment? What the Research Really Says
Alyssa Miller
Registered dietitian and picky eating specialist
Nutrition for Littles
Episode: Bedtime Snacks and Who Needs Them
Angie Ludwig
Mama to Emmy and Shepherd; family photographer in Columbus, Ohio
Ludwig family; Columbus photographer
Episode: The Ludwig Family's Sleep Training Story
Michelle Pratt
Founder of Safe in the Seat, nationally certified Child Passenger Safety Technician
Safe in the Seat
Episode: Car Seat Safety with Safe in the Seat
Lindsay Durand Massumi
Pelvic floor physical therapist
Episode: Pelvic Floor PT and How it Overlaps with Pediatric and Adult Sleep
Jennifer Barnard
Founder of Baby Begin; Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Baby Begin
Episode: Plagiocephaly, Torticollis, and What Every Parent Should Know

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Lauren Engler
Host of All It Takes Is a Plan; pediatric sleep consultant and mom of three

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Practicable advice for parenthood

    Love the approach to sleep and how informative Lauren is! Love the diversity of her podcasts and the wealth of information!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Momomthego2
    United States3 months ago
  • My go-to for sleep questions

    Whenever I have a sleep question for my kids I turn to Lauren’s content. So helpful to have her on the go now too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LizzySpringer
    United States3 months ago
  • Best sleep podcast!!

    My go-to podcast for all things sleep!! Each episode is packed with practical information that is engaging, relatable and motivating! I have gained so much wisdom from Lauren and I am so grateful for this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maureen.c.b
    United States3 months ago
  • So so helpful!

    Lauren’s advice, and her guests, could not be more helpful for my daughter!! Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shann980
    United States3 months ago
  • She’s the best!

    Lauren has so much knowledge and wisdom surrounding little ones and sleep. This podcast has been so practical and helpful in navigating all kinds of things as parents!! There are so many things I have questions about - sleep and car safety and nutrition and so much more! And she consults experts and shares some of the best tips.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    angeludwig
    United States3 months ago

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Host comes across as warm, knowledgeable, and relatable.
Guests and topics routinely cover diverse, actionable strategies for families.
Very helpful for exhausted parents seeking structure without rigidity.
Clear, practical sleep advice that fits real life.

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Pelvic Floor PT and How it Overlaps with Pediatric and Adult Sleep
Q: If you could name one must-do exercise for a pregnant or postpartum mom regarding pelvic floor health, what would it be?
The key exercise is diaphragmatic breathing that coordinates the breath with core and pelvic floor movement; this creates a foundation for all other exercises and helps normalize tension, pelvic floor function, and bladder control.
Bedtime Snacks and Who Needs Them
Q: How should parents handle a child who wakes up hungry at night?
Often waking hunger at night is fear-based; the priority is increasing daytime opportunities to eat rather than responding with a late-night snack, to avoid creating a habit of waking for food.
Bedtime Snacks and Who Needs Them
Q: What should a bedtime snack look like and what should be avoided?
A snack should include fats and some protein, with simple, rotating options to avoid a long, varied menu; avoid high-fiber choices that may disturb sleep and keep portions child-sized.
Bedtime Snacks and Who Needs Them
Q: Who might need a bedtime snack, and who might not?
Bedtime snacks are not universally required; if used, they should be consistent in timing and not contingent on skipped dinners, with some children needing more daytime nutrition to reduce nighttime hunger.
The Ludwig Family's Sleep Training Story
Q: What changed after you completed the sleep plan for Emmy and Shepherd?
Emmy began falling asleep more quickly and independently, naps improved, and the family gained time and peace of mind; Shepherd's routine also improved as feeding and sleep became better aligned.

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A practical, expert-led show focused on pediatric sleep and family routines. Episodes mix the host's real-world sleep coaching with interviews from guest specialists, covering baby and toddler sleep, separation anxiety, safe sleep, nutrition as it relates to bedtime, and how families can build flexible, compassionate plans that still promote solid rest. Listeners likely value actionable strategies, empathy for parenting challenges, and evidence-based guidance from clinicians and practitioners. A standout angle is the emphasis on tailoring approaches to each family, balancing structure with grace, and featuring diverse guest perspectives to expand beyond one-size-fits-all methods.

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2. Dr. Shanna Sarita Alvarez
3. Alyssa Miller
4. Angie Ludwig
5. Michelle Pratt
6. Lindsay Durand Massumi
7. Jennifer Barnard

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