Struggling with your child's sleep? In this episode of Parenting Great Kids, Dr. Meg Meeker sits down with sleep expert Dana Obleman, founder of the Sleep Sense Program, to tackle common sleep challenges in babies, toddlers, and teens. They discuss: Why children wake up at night and how to help them sleep independently The four-month sleep regression and how to navigate it Strategies to reduce nighttime wake-ups in nine-month-olds Tips for healthy sleep habits in preschoolers and teenagers The impact of screen time, blue light, and melatonin on sleep quality Why a consistent bedtime routine is crucial for kids of all ages If you're looking for practical sleep solutions for your child, this episode is packed with expert advice to help your family get better rest. 👉 For more expert parenting advice, visit megmeekermd.com. Episode Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome to Parenting Great Kids 00:31 – Understanding Infant Sleep Challenges 02:34 – Solving Common Sleep Issues in Babies 08:04 – Nighttime Wake-Ups & Sleep Strategies for Older Babies 16:03 – Screen Time & Sleep Hygiene for Preschoolers 23:33 – Teen Sleep Struggles & How to Fix Them 28:43 – Why Sleep Matters for All Ages 34:31 – Final Thoughts Subscribe for more expert parenting tips! About Our Guest: Dana Obleman Dana Obleman is the founder of the Sleep Sense Program, a trusted resource that has helped over 100,000 families worldwide establish healthy sleep habits for their children. Since 2003, she has provided practical, compassionate solutions through her step-by-step methods, empowering parents to teach independent sleep skills with confidence. A sought-after speaker and author, Dana is passionate about helping families navigate sleep challenges at every stage, from infant sleep regressions to teen sleep struggles. Our Sponsors DeepCozy – 15% off sinus relief at deepcozy.com with code DRMEG Amazfit Active 2 – 10% off AI-driven coaching at amazfit.com/DRMEG Hungryroot – 40% off + a free item in every box for life at hungryroot.com/drmeg (code DRMEG) Acorns – Start investing with just your spare change. Download the Acorns app or visit acorns.com/drmeg to get started. Heat Holders® – 15% off cozy winter gear at heatholders.com (code DRMEG) Acorns Early lets parents pay allowances automatically. Ready to help your kids learn the value of money? Head to acornsearly.com/drmeg or download the Acorns Early app to get started. Equip Health – Virtual eating disorder treatment at equiphealth.com/drmeg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices