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Help Your Baby “Sleep Through The Night”

…orrrrr the closest we can get, because let’s be real:
 none of us actually sleep through the night.

Episode 60: Work-Family Balance: What Can We Learn from Policies Around the World? with Caitlyn Collins In this conversation, Rachael interviews Caitlyn Collins, an associate professor of sociology and author, about work-family life and how policies affect families in different countries. They discuss the differences between the United States, Sweden, Germany, Italy, and other countries […]

  Episode 20: Potty Learning and Supporting Your Child’s Pelvic Floor Health with Quiara Smith, Pediatric Occupational Therapist of @alohaintegrativetherapy Join Rachael and guest Quiara Smith as they dive into this much-requested topic and discuss common issues parents face when potty learning- like constipation, poop withholding, bed wetting and more! They also cover Pediatric Pelvic […]

Episode 19: Teaching Kids to Love Reading with Beth Gaskill of @bigcityreaders Join Rachael and Miss Beth as they talk all about our children learning to read! Hear some strategies and techniques for fostering literacy skills in kids and the importance of infusing fun into learning to read. You’ll learn about The science of reading […]

Episode 18: Emergencies, Injuries, and First Aid with Dr. Nkeiru Orajiaka of @dr_norajiaka Nobody ever wants to take their child to the emergency room, but the reality is, it can happen to the best of us! So this week, join Rachael and special guest, Dr. Nkeiru Orajiaka, a Pediatric ER Doctor, as they discuss all […]

Episode 17: Stay at Home Dad Life with Rachael and her husband, Marley! This episode is a sneak peak into the recent decision for Marley to leave his job so that Rachael could run HSB and NOTU full time. Join your host Rachael and her husband Marley as they debrief about the decision for Marley […]

  Episode 16: Navigating Screen Time for Kids with Ash Brandin of @thegamereducator We have all done it. We give our kids screen time, and then the guilt sets in. Maybe you too feel like you did something bad by allowing them to use screens. If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. Navigating screen […]

  Episode 15: How to Fight For Your Rights at Work with Daphne Delvaux of @themamattorney Join Rachael and Daphne Delvaux as they talk about women’s rights in the workplace. Daphne is an award-winning trial attorney and has even founded her own law firm devoted to women’s rights at work. This episode is so powerful […]

  Episode 14: Preparing for Travel, Sleep, or Stress over the Holidays with your host Rachael Shepard-Ohta (of Hey, Sleepy Baby) The holidays are approaching and for a lot of us that means traveling, changes in routine, and expectations. It can be SO hard feeling the pressure of wanting to create perfect memories and have […]

Holiday Gift Guide for 2023 featuring ideas for babies, toddlers, big kids, mama and partners!

Episode 13: Managing Sensory Overwhelm in Parenthood with Larissa Geleris of @steadyparents Disclaimer: This episode is for entertainment and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please seek immediate care from your physician if you have any concerns about your health. Picture this, you’re cooking dinner, the oven fan is blasting, your baby […]

Hey, I’m Rachael— Mom of 3 & Baby Sleep Expert with Big Sis Energy

& I’VE DONE ALL THE RESEARCH FOR YOU ALREADY.

MEET YOUR BABY SLEEP CONSULTANT

You’re wayyy too busy to spend hours researching biologically normal infant sleep, and circadian rhythms of babies, and the best wake windows. So, I’ve done it for you. 

If you’ve been looking for a supportive, realistic alternative to the “just sleep train them!” advice you’re so sick of hearing, HI 👋🏼 

I’m a Certified Sleep Consultant obsessed with infant sleep research, infant-parent mental health, and helping your babies and bigger kids get better sleep (so you can, too).

THE “NO ONE TOLD US” PODCAST

Parenthood is a wild ride, full of surprises no one prepares you for — but that’s where the No One Told Us podcast comes in, sharing the real, unfiltered stories of parenthood.  

From postpartum struggles to navigating toddler tantrums, each episode blends expert advice with candid, relatable conversations. If you’ve ever thought, *WHYYY didn’t anyone tell me about this?* — this is the podcast for you. 

What No One Tells You About Parenthood (But Should!)

Wish you could help your baby sleep better without resorting to sleep training? Download my FREE guide to a good night’s sleep and learn 8 simple, science-backed tips for supporting your child’s needs.

Traditional sleep training methods don’t have to be your solution to better sleep.

SLEEP TRAINING ISN’T THE ONLY WAY TO GET GOOD SLEEP