Sleep Regressions and Parenting in Real Time

Ever been up at 3AM wondering if your toddler will ever sleep through the night again?

You’re not alone.In this honest and unscripted episode of Trauma, Drama & Life, Ben and Kayla reflect on a family trip to the water park, navigating Bella’s wild leap (literally), chaotic Florida weather, toddler sleep regressions, and the evolving challenges of parenting two kids under 6. From middle-of-the-night wakeups to trust-building in marriage and raising emotionally intelligent children, this episode dives deep into the real-life joys and struggles of modern parenthood.

Topics Covered:

• Water park chaos and parenting close calls

• What toddler “leaps” really mean (Wonder Weeks explained)

• Navigating sleep regressions at 10 months

• Learning to accept help in marriage

• Gentle parenting vs. old-school generational beliefs

• Real talk on tone, guilt, and growth as parents

Struggling with sleepless nights and toddler tantrums? You’re not alone — and you don’t have to do it all by yourself.

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