How To Get Your Toddler To Sleep In A Big Kid Bed

Certified Sleep Coach Jessica Berk

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Join the Certified Sleep Coach (just for big kids), Jessica Berk, on the How To Get Your Toddler To Sleep Podcast, where you will learn actionable advice that you can use right now to get everyone sleeping better tonight. As a mom, Jessica knows firsthand the sleep struggles that can happen when kids move from the crib to a big kid bed. Big kids are opinionated and strong-willed, and they can really wear down your patience at night. With over 7 years of experience helping exhausted families in her business, Awesome Little Sleepers, Jessica will tell you exactly what you need...

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At 2 a.m., your new roommate appears; Jessica Berk suggests moving bedtime 15 minutes earlier.

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  • a bedtime routine your toddler helps choose, even down to the order of pajamas and toothbrushing
  • ways to give a strong-willed kid some control without surrendering your entire evening
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Solve Chaotic Mornings and Bored Kids with Days With GreyApr 7, 2026

A playful checklist reframes repeated reminders as practice for independence.

Chaotic mornings and bored children come back to one practical question: how can a child know what comes next without a parent narrating every step?

BONUS Episode - Emily Oster and Jessica Berk talk Toddler Sleep SolutionsMay 9, 2024

A practical episode on earlier bedtimes and helping younger children take part in their own routine.

Moving bedtime earlier lands as the episode's most usable idea. The sleep coach explains why children under six are generally better off asleep by eight, and why younger children may need an even earlier lights-out: once overtiredness turns into a second wind, the evening can…

How to handle toddler meltdowns, tantrums and other BIG emotions - with Parent Coach, Danielle BettmannMar 12, 2024

A grounded parenting conversation about helping strong-willed kids feel more control before big feelings escalate.

Big feelings sit at the center of this parenting-focused episode, as Jessica Burke talks with parenting coach Danielle Bettman of Parenting Wholeheartedly about what may be driving a strong-willed child's behavior.

Parenting a PICKY EATER | Interview with Alyssa Miller

A dietician reframes dessert and picky eating around habits that reach beyond tonight's dinner.

Jessica Burke's conversation with Alyssa Miller, dietician and founder of Nutrition for Littles, looks at picky eating through the slower work of building food habits.

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Episodes

  1. 1

    Early Wake Ups | How to PREVENT EARLY MORNING WAKING in 3 year olds

    This episode provides actionable advice from a sleep coach on preventing early morning waking in 3-year-olds by addressing overtiredness and ensuring adequate nighttime sleep.

    ·7m
  2. 2

    Kelly's Sleep Story | Awesome Little Sleepers

    A sleep coach shares her personal experience transitioning her toddler from a crib to a big kid bed and offers actionable advice for parents facing similar sleep challenges.

    ·6m
  3. 3

    Spring Forward | Toddler Sleep Tips to Prep for the Time Change

    This episode provides practical advice for parents on how to prepare toddlers for the spring daylight savings time change to minimize sleep disruption.

    ·7m
  4. 4

    Stop asking the WRONG question about SLEEP | Awesome Little Sleepers

    Sleep coach Jessica Burke explains why parents often ask the wrong questions about their toddlers' sleep problems, using a real example to show how focusing on parental reactions rather than just child behavior is key to finding solutions.

    ·5m
  5. 5

    2 Year old Sleep Regression, Night Time Waking | TODDLER SLEEP Q&A

    This episode addresses common toddler sleep issues like night waking and the two-year sleep regression, offering practical advice from a sleep coach based on parent-submitted questions.

    ·7m
  6. 6

    DO THIS to Help Your Sick Toddler Sleep | Sleep Training

    This episode provides six practical tips for parents to help their sick toddlers sleep better, including maintaining a consistent bedtime routine and being flexible with sleep schedules.

    ·7m
  7. 7

    3 Best Ways to Calm Your Kid Down for Bedtime

    This episode provides three actionable tips for parents to calm hyperactive toddlers at bedtime, focusing on establishing consistent routines and creating sleep-friendly environments.

    ·6m
  8. 8

    3 Common Toddler Sleep Training Mistakes to AVOID (How to Fix Them)

    This episode identifies three common mistakes parents make when sleep training toddlers in big kid beds and offers actionable solutions to improve nighttime sleep.

    ·9m
  9. 9

    Toddlers and Sleep Science with Dr. Sujay Kansagra

    Sleep coach Jessica Burke interviews pediatric sleep expert Dr.

    ·34m
  10. 10

    When is Too Old to Sleep Train?

    This episode debunks the myth that it's too late to sleep train older children, explaining why sleep training is actually more effective and crucial for toddlers and big kids, with three key reasons including how it can strengthen parent-child bonds.

    ·7m
  11. 11

    Tips for SLEEP TRAINING | One Thing to Start Tonight

    This episode provides actionable advice for parents on adjusting bedtime to improve toddler sleep, addressing common reasons for late bedtimes and offering a simple transformational change.

    ·8m
  12. 12

    Afraid of the Dark? How to Help Kids Overcome Fear

    This episode provides actionable advice for parents on how to help their children overcome fear of the dark, including common mistakes to avoid and practical strategies.

    ·8m
  13. 13

    3 Reasons Your Toddler Doesn’t Sleep Well | Awesome Little Sleepers

    This episode explains three main reasons why toddlers don't sleep well, starting with how overtiredness causes sleep problems through cortisol release.

    ·7m
  14. 14

    How to Stop Your Kid From Coming Into Parents’ Bed | Sleep Training

    This episode provides practical advice for parents struggling with toddlers or preschoolers who repeatedly come into their bed at night, explaining why it happens and offering solutions to establish independent sleep habits.

    ·9m
  15. 15

    Your BIGGEST Toddler Bedtime Questions ANSWERED | Q&A

    This Q&A episode addresses common toddler bedtime challenges, including insurance coverage for sleep courses and strategies for inconsistent sleep patterns.

    ·7m
  16. 16

    SOS! I’m Stuck in my Toddler’s Room at Bedtime | Sleep Training

    This episode addresses the common issue of parents getting stuck in their toddler's room at bedtime, explaining how it can hinder sleep and offering practical solutions to help children learn to fall asleep independently.

    ·7m
  17. 17

    3 TIRED SIGNS in Kids That You’re Missing

    This episode reveals three subtle signs of tiredness in toddlers that parents often miss, starting with how evening hyperactivity actually indicates overtiredness due to cortisol spikes.

    ·5m
  18. 18

    My Stubborn Kid Won’t Nap! | Toddler Sleep Training

    This episode provides actionable advice for parents struggling with stubborn toddlers who refuse naps, emphasizing the importance of maintaining naps until age four to prevent overtiredness and improve night sleep.

    ·6m
  19. 19

    Karen's Sleep Story | Awesome Little Sleepers Testimonial

    A mother shares her testimonial about struggling with her toddler's bedtime routine and sleep deprivation before seeking help from a sleep coach.

    ·5m
  20. 20

    Sneaky Kids! The BEST WAY to Help Your Toddler Sleep in Their Bedroom

    A sleep coach provides actionable advice to help parents stop their toddlers from sneaking into their bedroom at night and establish better sleep habits.

    ·5m
  21. 21

    3 Keys to STOP Early Wake Ups | Tips and Solutions

    This episode provides three actionable strategies for parents to prevent their toddlers from waking up too early in the morning, based on the host's experience as a sleep coach.

    ·10m
  22. 22

    Daylight Savings | Bedtime Tips and Tricks for Toddlers

    A sleep coach provides actionable strategies for parents to help toddlers adjust to the daylight savings time change and maintain healthy sleep habits.

    ·5m
  23. 23

    3 Hacks to Speed Up Your Evenings

    A sleep coach shares three practical hacks to streamline evening routines for parents, enabling earlier and more peaceful bedtimes for toddlers.

    ·7m
  24. 24

    What is the REST METHOD®? | Awesome Little Sleepers

    Jessica Burke introduces the REST METHOD, a sleep coaching approach designed to help parents of three to six-year-olds overcome bedtime struggles and achieve peaceful, restful nights for their children and families.

    ·10m
  25. 25

    Your SLEEP TRAINING Questions Answered | TODDLER SLEEP Q+A

    Sleep coach Jessica Burke answers common toddler sleep questions from Instagram, focusing on helping children become more independent at bedtime.

    ·6m
  26. 26

    4 Hacks to Prevent Crib Climbing | Toddler Crib Safety Tips

    This episode provides four practical hacks to prevent toddlers from climbing out of their cribs, emphasizing the benefits of delaying the transition to a toddler bed until at least age three for better sleep outcomes.

    ·5m
  27. 27

    Is It Too Late to Sleep Train Your Toddler? | Sleep Training Tips

    This episode addresses whether it's too late to sleep train toddlers, debunking the myth that it's only for babies and explaining why sleep training is actually easier and more important for older children.

    ·7m
  28. 28

    7 ways to Manage PARENTAL PREFERENCE at Bedtime | Awesome Little Sleepers

    This episode provides seven actionable strategies for parents to manage their toddler's or preschooler's strong preference for one caregiver during bedtime routines.

    ·6m
  29. 29

    Marriage and Sleep Training | Maintaining Healthy Relationships

    This episode explores how children's sleep struggles impact marital relationships and offers advice for improving family sleep patterns to strengthen marriages.

    ·8m
  30. 30

    Toddler Nightmares vs. Night Terrors

    This episode explains the key differences between toddler nightmares and night terrors, offering practical insights for parents to identify and respond appropriately to each sleep disturbance.

    ·4m
  31. 31

    Want a Later Bedtime in Summer? | Summer Sleep Tips for Kids

    This episode provides six practical tips for parents to maintain healthy sleep routines for their children during summer, preventing overtiredness and behavioral issues.

    ·7m
  32. 32

    DO THIS to Help Your Sick Toddler Sleep

    This episode provides six practical tips for parents to help their sick toddlers sleep better, focusing on maintaining consistent bedtime routines while being flexible with sleep schedules.

    ·7m
  33. 33

    The BEST BEDTIME ROUTINE for 3 year old | Awesome Little Sleepers

    This episode provides three key strategies for creating an effective and enjoyable bedtime routine for 3-5 year old children, based on the host's experience as a sleep coach for older kids.

    ·6m
  34. 34

    Reverse Picky Eating with Alyssa Miller

    Jessica Burke interviews registered dietician and picky eating specialist Alyssa Miller about strategies to reverse picky eating habits in children.

    ·38m
  35. 35

    5 Ways You’re Making Toddler Bedtime Worse + SOLUTIONS

    Jessica Berk, a certified sleep coach and mom, discusses common mistakes parents make at toddler bedtime, focusing on how giving attention to bad behavior worsens sleep struggles.

    ·10m·1 clip
  36. 36

    Toddler Meltdowns, Tantrums, BIG Emotions | Interview with Danielle Bettmann

    Jessica Berk interviews parenting coach Danielle Bettman about managing toddler meltdowns and big emotions during sleep transitions, offering strategies including hostage negotiator techniques.

    ·45m·4 clips
  37. 37

    3 TIRED SIGNS in Kids That You’re Missing | Awesome Little Sleepers

    This episode explains three subtle signs of tiredness in toddlers, focusing on how evening hyperactivity indicates overtiredness due to cortisol spikes and suggests adjusting bedtimes accordingly.

    ·5m
  38. 38

    Parenting a PICKY EATER | Interview with Alyssa Miller

    Hidden gem

    Jessica Burke interviews registered dietician Alyssa Miller about picky eating, pressure tactics, dessert, and practical mealtime strategies for toddlers and preschoolers.

    ·33m·2 clips
  39. 39

    Potty Training and Sleep Made EASY with Jamie Glowacki

    Sleep coach Jessica Burke interviews potty training expert Jamie Glowacki about how to navigate potty training without disrupting a toddler's sleep patterns.

    ·26m
  40. 40

    Toddler Won't Let You Leave at Bedtime? Here's Why

    This episode explains why toddlers won't let parents leave at bedtime and offers actionable advice to break the habit of needing parental presence to fall asleep.

    ·8m
  41. 41

    3 SLEEP TIPS for Kids with Special Needs | Autism, Sensory Processing

    Jessica Berk interviews Melissa Doman, a sleep consultant specializing in special needs kids, who shares three key tips: customizing bedtime routines to meet sensory needs, addressing nutritional gaps to prevent night wake-ups, and balancing physical activity and screen time.

    ·33m·3 clips
  42. 42

    Top 5 SLEEP TIPS for Travel with a Toddler

    A sleep coach shares her top five holiday sleep tips for toddlers, emphasizing the importance of avoiding new bad sleep habits during travel.

    ·7m
  43. 43

    TODDLER NIGHTMARES | How to Handle Nightmares + Get More Sleep

    This episode provides actionable advice for parents on how to handle toddler nightmares, differentiate them from night terrors, and implement strategies to prevent them for better sleep.

    ·5m
  44. 44

    Toddler Daycare Naps Ruin Bedtime | Awesome Little Sleepers

    This episode addresses how daycare-enforced naps can disrupt toddlers' bedtime routines and offers actionable tips for parents to manage this common sleep transition issue.

    ·5m
  45. 45

    THIS is Missing From Your Sleep Training Plan!

    This episode explains why traditional baby sleep training methods fail for older toddlers and offers insights into addressing their need for independence to improve sleep.

    ·7m
  46. 46

    Stop the wake ups! | Top 3 mistakes that cause overnight wake ups & how to fix them

    Sleep coach Jessica Burke explains the top three reasons toddlers wake up at night, focusing on nightmares and night terrors, and offers practical solutions for exhausted parents.

    ·7m
  47. 47

    My Favorite Toddler Sleep Products

    Sleep coach Jessica Burke shares her favorite toddler sleep products, starting with recommendations for sound machines and explaining why white noise is better than patterned sounds.

    ·6m
  48. 48

    Help Toddler Separation Anxiety at Bedtime | TRY THIS!!!

    This episode provides practical advice and a book recommendation to help parents manage toddler separation anxiety at bedtime.

    ·5m
  49. 49

    Top Things That Ruin Your Toddler's Sleep + How to Fix Them

    This episode provides actionable advice for parents on maintaining consistent sleep routines for toddlers, especially during travel or illness, to prevent sleep disruptions.

    ·8m
  50. 50

    Solve Chaotic Mornings and Bored Kids with Days With Grey

    Hidden gem

    Jessica Burke, a certified toddler sleep coach and mom of two, talks with Beth from Days with Gray about breaking up chaotic mornings and keeping young kids busy without defaulting to screen time.

    Apr 7, 2026·30m·2 clips
  51. 51

    Is Sleep Training Selfish?

    A certified sleep coach explains why fragmented sleep is harmful for toddlers and offers a free workshop to break the cycle of nighttime waking.

    Jul 2, 2024·1m
  52. 52

    BONUS Episode - Emily Oster and Jessica Berk talk Toddler Sleep Solutions

    Hidden gem

    Emily Oster and Jessica Burke focus on toddler and preschool sleep, with Burke introducing herself as the founder of Awesome Little Sleepers and a certified pediatric sleep consultant for kids closer to age 3.

    May 9, 2024·43m·2 clips
  53. 53

    Want a Later Bedtime in Summer?

    May 7, 2024·5m
  54. 54

    3 Best Ways to Calm Your Kid Down for Bedtime

    Apr 23, 2024·7m
  55. 55

    My Stubborn Kid Won’t Nap!

    A sleep coach advises parents on handling toddler nap refusal and transitioning to a big kid bed.

    Apr 9, 2024·6m
  56. 56

    Afraid of the Dark? How to Help Kids Overcome Fear

    A sleep coach provides actionable advice for parents dealing with toddler sleep issues, focusing on fear of the dark and common mistakes.

    Mar 26, 2024·8m
  57. 57

    How to handle toddler meltdowns, tantrums and other BIG emotions - with Parent Coach, Danielle Bettmann

    Hidden gem

    Jessica Burke, the sleep coach behind Awesome Little Sleepers, talks with parenting coach Danielle Bettmann of Parenting Wholeheartedly about toddler meltdowns, tantrums, and other big emotions.

    Mar 12, 2024·46m·3 clips
  58. 58

    Is It Too Late to Sleep Train Your Big Kid?

    Feb 27, 2024·8m
  59. 59

    Tips for Keeping Toddlers Up Late WITHOUT Ruining Their Sleep Schedule

    Feb 13, 2024·5m
  60. 60

    Are Toddler Daycare Naps Ruining Bedtime?

    Jan 30, 2024·6m
  61. 61

    How Long Does Sleep Training Take?

    Jan 16, 2024·7m
  62. 62

    3 Reasons Your Toddler Doesn’t Sleep Well

    Jan 2, 2024·8m
  63. 63

    3 Hacks to Speed Up Your Evening

    Dec 19, 2023·6m
  64. 64

    Vacation Sleeping Tips for Big Kids

    Dec 5, 2023·8m
  65. 65

    Why is my big kid waking up at night?

    Nov 21, 2023·8m
  66. 66

    When to Transition to a Toddler Bed

    Nov 7, 2023·7m
  67. 67

    How to Stop Your Kid From Coming Into YOUR Bed

    Oct 24, 2023·10m
  68. 68

    When to Drop Your Toddler’s Nap

    Oct 10, 2023·8m
  69. 69

    My Must-Have Bedtime Book for Overcoming Toddler Separation Anxiety at Night

    Sep 26, 2023·5m
  70. 70

    How to Sleep Train Without Waking Siblings

    Sep 12, 2023·7m
  71. 71

    Help! My Toddler Is Never Tired

    Aug 29, 2023·5m
  72. 72

    Night Time Potty Training and Sleep

    Aug 15, 2023·10m
  73. 73

    3 Common Toddler Sleep Training Mistakes to AVOID (How to Fix Them)

    Aug 1, 2023·9m
  74. 74

    4 Hacks to Prevent Crib Climbing

    Jul 18, 2023·6m
  75. 75

    One Easy Thing to Improve Sleep TONIGHT

    A sleep coach shares a key tip to improve toddlers' sleep habits by putting them to bed earlier.

    Jul 4, 2023·11m
  76. 76

    Separation Anxiety and Sleep in Toddlers

    Jun 20, 2023·9m
  77. 77

    Introduction to How To Get Your Toddler to Sleep in a Big Kid Bed with Certified Sleep Coach Jessica Berk

    May 31, 2023·6m
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    The Rest Method: A Solution to Big Kid Sleep Struggles

    May 31, 2023·8m
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    Why Can't My Big Kid Fall Asleep Without Me?

    May 31, 2023·7m