Sleep educator Lisa Caputo breaks down the biggest myths about baby sleep, explaining why fragmented sleep is normal and why every child’s sleep needs depend on their unique temperament. She shares practical advice on overtiredness, screen time, sleep training misconceptions, and why building postpartum support matters more than chasing perfect sleep.
In this insightful episode, we sit down with Lisa Caputo—sleep educator and mom of two—for an eye-opening conversation about what infant sleep really looks like. From debunking the myth of “perfect sleepers” to explaining why fragmented sleep is biologically normal, Lisa breaks down how temperament, nervous systems, and development shape every child’s unique sleep journey.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
• Why there’s no universal sleep chart that fits every baby.
• The truth about sleep training—and why sleep isn’t a linear process.
• How to tell if your baby is truly awake or just in active sleep.
• What overtiredness actually looks like (and how it differs by temperament).
• Why screen time spikes cortisol and disrupts bedtime routines.
• The power of contact naps in the first year of life.
• Why postpartum preparation and building a support system matter more than nursery décor.
• Her biggest advice: trust instincts, seek support, and stop chasing “perfect” sleep.
Whether you’re deep in newborn nights or navigating toddler chaos, this episode offers reassurance, science-backed perspective, and a reminder that no two sleep journeys are the same.