Tonight’s episode focused on napping. Laura and Carmela
discussed not only our children’s naps, but also the naps we as parents need to
be taking. Our first guest tonight was Elizabeth Pantley. Elizabeth is a mother
of four and author of 12 books for parents - including the best-selling No-Cry Solution series, and the
world-famous No-Cry Sleep Solution. Elizabeth shared with us some wonderful
information about the importance of naps for babies and young children, and
provided tips for parents to learn when their child needs to nap, how long they
need to nap for, and when it is time to change their schedule. She also shared
advice for breastfeeding mothers, how to avoid “convenience napping” (for
example a quick snooze in the car), and creating comfortable spaces for
children to facilitate better napping habits. Elizabeth provided a wide range
of information that is usefully to any parent, but especially those who may be
having some difficultly in the nap department.
Our next guest was Karen Brody. Karen is a creative
entrepreneur, crazy about taking naps, writing, and supporting women
visionaries to live BOLDly. She mentors women ready to take a leap in their lives
who want to make a difference in the world. Karen is also the playwright of the
critically acclaimed play BIRTH, which raises money and awareness to change the
culture of birth. Since 2006 performances have raised well over $100,000. Karen
discussed the importance of napping for parents, particularly mothers, who face
extra pressure to “do it all.” Karen highlighted the importance of stepping
back from never ending “to-do” lists, and prioritizing the needs of one’s self
over tasks which can be done at a later time.
Karen noted the importance of being well-rested and practicing good self-care
for preventing burn out, and allowing oneself to function to their best ability.
Karen also discussed avoiding guilty feelings about putting one’s health first,
and reminded women to frequently tell themselves that they are, in fact, doing enough.
Tonight’s Right: Every
woman has the right to information about the professional identity and
qualifications of those involved with her care, and to know when those involved
are trainees. To learn more about your rights, please visit ChildbirthConnection.org.
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