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227. Should Your Baby or Toddler Have a Set Morning Wake Time?

In today’s conversation, Allison breaks down why when your child starts their day plays a surprisingly powerful role in naps, bedtime, and overall night sleep. She answers a common question parents ask: Should my baby or toddler wake up at the same time every morning? The answer is yes… with important nuance. You’ll learn how morning wake time sets the rhythm for the entire day, why too much variability can throw off naps and bedtime, and what a “consistent” wake time actually looks like for babies and toddlers (spoiler: perfection not required). Allison also addresses early morning wakings, explains why wake windows may work against you in certain situations, and shares two practical adjustments that often help families move in the right direction. If sleep has felt unpredictable or hard to stabilize, morning wake time may be the overlooked piece of the puzzle. In this episode, we cover: -- Why morning wake time influences naps, bedtime, and night sleep -- What “consistent” wake time really means (and why kids aren’t robots) -- How shifting wake times can create nap and bedtime chaos -- The role of circadian rhythm in baby and toddler sleep -- Why wake windows aren’t evidence-based and when they may backfire -- What to do if your child sleeps in after a rough night -- Why early bedtimes can actually lead to later mornings -- How early feeding times may reinforce early wake-ups -- Practical steps to create more predictable, restful sleep days and nights Visit https://sleepandwellnesscoach.com/epi... for complete show notes and links mentioned in this episode.