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Struggling with sleep after having a baby? You're not alone. In this episode, Kim Vermaak sits down with Joni Peddie, a certified cognitive behavioural therapist for insomnia (CBT-I), to share practical strategies for managing sleep deprivation as a new parent.

Learn how lack of sleep affects your mental health, emotional regulation, and relationships with your partner and child. Discover actionable tips like power naps, self-compassion techniques, and microwaved parenting activities to help you survive those sleepless nights.

We also explore:

How sleep deprivation impacts the brain and behaviour

The role of shame and empathy in coping with parenting challenges

Tips for high-performance parents balancing work and family

How fathers are affected and ways to support each other

The importance of diet and screen-free wind-down routines for restorative sleep

Whether you're a first-time parent or juggling multiple responsibilities, these strategies can help you regain calm, focus, and connection with your family.

00:00:00 What impact does lack of sleep have on new parents’ mental health and relationships?
00:01:35 How does sleep affect the brain and our behavior?
00:02:08 Which parts of the brain control emotional regulation?
00:02:46 How does lack of sleep contribute to feelings of shame in parents?
00:03:30 Why is empathy the antidote to shame for new parents?
00:04:43 How can power naps help parents cope with broken sleep at night?
00:06:00 What techniques help parents relax and fall asleep during short naps?
00:08:00 How can high-performance women manage work and leadership responsibilities while sleep-deprived?
00:09:44 How does being vulnerable and asking for help improve leadership?
00:10:54 What is the purpose of withdrawing into your head as a sleep-deprived parent?
00:12:00 How can parents turn negative self-talk into positive reflections?
00:13:18 Why should parents avoid TV or screens before bedtime, and what are alternatives?
00:14:45 How do fathers also struggle with sleep after a baby is born?
00:17:31 How does diet during nighttime feeds affect sleep quality?

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