The Nap Timing Trick You Need To Know...

If your baby’s on two naps, the 9:30AM nap is your secret weapon against early wakes, chaos, and short naps.

Hi Nappers 👋

We’re not usually dramatic… but the 9:30AM nap?
It’s a game changer.

This week’s episode is for families with babies on a two-nap schedule—typically around 8 to 12 months. We’re talking about why we always recommend a 9:30AM nap, and how it can fix (or prevent) some of the biggest sleep challenges.

👇 Listen to Episode 8 Now
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🎙️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode

✔️ Why the 9:30 nap prevents early rising
✔️ How it acts as an anchor for your whole day
✔️ Why early naps can sabotage bedtime
✔️ What to do if your baby wakes at 5AM
✔️ How to handle that nap (even if they’re overtired)

🎧 Listen now → Podcast Link

LET’S STEP INSIDE →

🔥 Ep07 Recap: When to Move to a Big Bed

Thinking about ditching the cot? In last week’s episode, we broke down when toddlers are really ready, what can go wrong when you move too soon, and how to delay the transition without drama.

💡 Missed it? Catch up here: Listen to Ep07

👀 Next Up: Our Go-To Bedtime Routine (and the Science Behind It)

You asked—so we’re giving you the exact bedtime routine we recommend to our clients.

Next week, we’ll explain the science of how it works, why timing matters, and how to make bedtime less of a battleground.

 Coming next Tuesday!

Until next time,


💤 Sally & Bec
💌 The Nap Trapped Podcast

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If you're in Australia and need support, you can contact PANDA’s National Perinatal Mental Health Helpline at 1300 726 306. If you're listening from another country, please reach out to a postpartum support service in your area. You're never alone, and there’s always help available.