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  • Episode 57: Naptime Nirvana👶💤
    Apr 9 2025
    Welcome back to the podcast! In today’s episode, Coach Anna is here to help you achieve one of the holy grails of parenting—Naptime Nirvana! Picture this: You lay your baby down, and bam, they fall asleep on their own. Now, you’ve got time to sip that hot cup of coffee, clean up the kitchen, or even take a well-deserved nap yourself. The possibilities are endless! But first, let’s talk about getting your baby to nap for more than just 30 minutes. How do we do that? Don’t worry—Anna’s got you covered with her 5 expert tips for longer, more restful naps. Hit play, and let’s dive into all things baby sleep! 👇 Scroll down for the Awake Times Chart and other amazing sleep resources! 👇 FREE RESOURCES: 8 Things to do in the First Six Weeks https://littlewinkssleep.com/newborn-8-things Awake Times Chart https://littlewinkssleep.com/awake-times-chart Nap Chart https://littlewinkssleep.com/nap-cheat-sheet Ending Early Mornings https://littlewinkssleep.com/early-mornings Best Bedtime Routine https://littlewinkssleep.com/bedtime-routine 3 Keys to Unlocking Frustration https://littlewinkssleep.com/lyl-pdf Daycare Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/daycare-class Toddler Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/toddler-sleep-class Newborn Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/newborn-sleep-class Infant Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/baby-sleep-class TEACH YOUR BABY TO SLEEP 1:1 Coaching with a Little Winks Certified Sleep Coach https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/home-page Sleep Sleep Baby Infant Sleep Course https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/sleep-sleep-baby 4 Month Regression Sleep Course https://littlewinkssleep.com/4m-regression-sleep-course Nurturing Newborn Sleep https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/nurturing-newborn-sleep Taking on Toddler Sleep https://littlewinkssleep.com/taking-on-toddlers Learning Your Littles https://littlewinkssleep.com/learning-your-littles Navigating Naptime https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/navigating-naptime Make traveling with your little ones easier with our Travel Guide https://littlewinkssleep.thrivecart.com/little-winks-sleep-travel-guide/ HANG OUT WITH US! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/littlewinkssleep/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/littlewinkssleep Peanut App https://www.peanut-app.io/?_branch_match_id=917091477458206700&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=invite Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U2Gkx6W_ZIFu1bk3Q-Org Listen to our podcast https://littlewinkssleep.libsyn.com Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@littlewinkssleep Check out more great articles and informational posts on our BLOG! https://littlewinkssleep.com/blog Love our Wallpaper? Check out their selection of removable wallpaper here! Westcoast Wallpaper https://www.etsy.com/shop/westcoastwalls
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  • Episode 56: Q&A - Does My Baby Need Their Own Room to Sleep Well?
    Mar 19 2025
    Welcome back to the Little Winks Sleep Podcast, your go-to place for all things baby and toddler sleep! In today’s episode, we’re answering your most pressing questions about helping your little one (and you!) get a better night’s rest. Join Coach Anna and Coach Rebecca as they share real-life tips and strategies for tackling your child’s sleep challenges. If you want to submit a question for our Q&A podcasts, email your questions to questions@littlewinks.ca In today’s episode, they’ll be covering: how important is the sleep environment for your 4 month old. Can they share a room with their toddler sibling?mom with a 3 year old and a 4 month old. Is it ok to share share a room at the cottage when they're on vacation? How will this impact independent sleep? Which one should share parent's room?What to do when a three and a half year old is taking forever to fall asleepHow to get a 2 year old to go to sleep on their ownWhat to do when your 12 month old boycotts their 2nd nap We know you'll learn so much from today's episode even if you didn't submit a question! If you're interested in Slumberpod, click our affiliate link below! Slumberpod FREE RESOURCES: 8 Things to do in the First Six Weeks https://littlewinkssleep.com/newborn-8-things Awake Times Chart https://littlewinkssleep.com/awake-times-chart Nap Chart https://littlewinkssleep.com/nap-cheat-sheet Ending Early Mornings https://littlewinkssleep.com/early-mornings Best Bedtime Routine https://littlewinkssleep.com/bedtime-routine 3 Keys to Unlocking Frustration https://littlewinkssleep.com/lyl-pdf Daycare Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/daycare-class Toddler Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/toddler-sleep-class Newborn Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/newborn-sleep-class Infant Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/baby-sleep-class TEACH YOUR BABY TO SLEEP 1:1 Coaching with a Little Winks Certified Sleep Coach https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/home-page Sleep Sleep Baby Infant Sleep Course https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/sleep-sleep-baby 4 Month Regression Sleep Course https://littlewinkssleep.com/4m-regression-sleep-course Nurturing Newborn Sleep https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/nurturing-newborn-sleep Taking on Toddler Sleep https://littlewinkssleep.com/taking-on-toddlers Learning Your Littles https://littlewinkssleep.com/learning-your-littles Navigating Naptime https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/navigating-naptime Make traveling with your little ones easier with our Travel Guide https://littlewinkssleep.thrivecart.com/little-winks-sleep-travel-guide/ HANG OUT WITH US! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/littlewinkssleep/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/littlewinkssleep Peanut App https://www.peanut-app.io/?_branch_match_id=917091477458206700&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=invite Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U2Gkx6W_ZIFu1bk3Q-Org Listen to our podcast https://littlewinkssleep.libsyn.com Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@littlewinkssleep Check out more great articles and informational posts on our BLOG! https://littlewinkssleep.com/blog Love our Wallpaper? Check out their selection of removable wallpaper here! Westcoast Wallpaper https://www.etsy.com/shop/westcoastwalls
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  • Episode 55: Q&A - My 6 month old only sleeps 2 hours MAX!
    Feb 27 2025
    Welcome to this episode of The Little Winks Sleep Podcast! We are so happy you're here! Certified Sleep Coach Anna McMillan is, once again, answering your questions to help you and your little ones get the sleep you need! Because we all know if we don't sleep, it is so hard to function and do the things we need to do every day! This week, Anna helps parents with: a 6 month old who only sleeps for 2 hours max at a time. Meaning a TON of night wakinshow to know when it's time to lengthen awake windows for a 4 month oldwhat to do when a doctor's appointment lands right at nap time and throws the whole day of naps offwhat to do when your baby wakes up at 5:15 every morning If you need help with your baby or toddler's sleep, check out the links below for some amazing resources! FREE RESOURCES: 8 Things to do in the First Six Weeks https://littlewinkssleep.com/newborn-8-things Awake Times Chart https://littlewinkssleep.com/awake-times-chart Nap Chart https://littlewinkssleep.com/nap-cheat-sheet Ending Early Mornings https://littlewinkssleep.com/early-mornings Best Bedtime Routine https://littlewinkssleep.com/bedtime-routine 3 Keys to Unlocking Frustration https://littlewinkssleep.com/lyl-pdf Daycare Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/daycare-class Toddler Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/toddler-sleep-class Newborn Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/newborn-sleep-class Infant Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/baby-sleep-class TEACH YOUR BABY TO SLEEP 1:1 Coaching with a Little Winks Certified Sleep Coach https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/home-page Sleep Sleep Baby Infant Sleep Course https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/sleep-sleep-baby 4 Month Regression Sleep Course https://littlewinkssleep.com/4m-regression-sleep-course Nurturing Newborn Sleep https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/nurturing-newborn-sleep Taking on Toddler Sleep https://littlewinkssleep.com/taking-on-toddlers Learning Your Littles https://littlewinkssleep.com/learning-your-littles Navigating Naptime https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/navigating-naptime Make traveling with your little ones easier with our Travel Guide https://littlewinkssleep.thrivecart.com/little-winks-sleep-travel-guide/ HANG OUT WITH US! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/littlewinkssleep/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/littlewinkssleep Peanut App https://www.peanut-app.io/?_branch_match_id=917091477458206700&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=invite Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U2Gkx6W_ZIFu1bk3Q-Org Listen to our podcast https://littlewinkssleep.libsyn.com Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@littlewinkssleep Check out more great articles and informational posts on our BLOG! https://littlewinkssleep.com/blog Love our Wallpaper? Check out their selection of removable wallpaper here! Westcoast Wallpaper https://www.etsy.com/shop/westcoastwalls
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  • Episode 54: Q&A - What do I do about naps at daycare? and more questions answered
    Feb 21 2025
    Welcome to another episode of The Little Winks Sleep Podcast!! Today Coach Anna answers more of your questions to help you and your baby or toddler get the sleep you need! In this episode, Anna helps parents with: What to do the next day after a late bedtime for their toddlerHow to help their baby fall asleep easier for napsHow to get their 13 week old to nap in the bassinetShould mom help her baby fall asleep or leave her to struggle to do it on her ownHow to work with daycare for a 1 year old's naps Keep Scrolling for great sleep resources! FREE RESOURCES: 8 Things to do in the First Six Weeks https://littlewinkssleep.com/newborn-8-things Awake Times Chart https://littlewinkssleep.com/awake-times-chart Nap Chart https://littlewinkssleep.com/nap-cheat-sheet Ending Early Mornings https://littlewinkssleep.com/early-mornings Best Bedtime Routine https://littlewinkssleep.com/bedtime-routine 3 Keys to Unlocking Frustration https://littlewinkssleep.com/lyl-pdf Daycare Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/daycare-class Toddler Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/toddler-sleep-class Newborn Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/newborn-sleep-class Infant Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/baby-sleep-class TEACH YOUR BABY TO SLEEP 1:1 Coaching with a Little Winks Certified Sleep Coach https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/home-page Sleep Sleep Baby Infant Sleep Course https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/sleep-sleep-baby 4 Month Regression Sleep Course https://littlewinkssleep.com/4m-regression-sleep-course Nurturing Newborn Sleep https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/nurturing-newborn-sleep Taking on Toddler Sleep https://littlewinkssleep.com/taking-on-toddlers Learning Your Littles https://littlewinkssleep.com/learning-your-littles Navigating Naptime https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/navigating-naptime Make traveling with your little ones easier with our Travel Guide https://littlewinkssleep.thrivecart.com/little-winks-sleep-travel-guide/ HANG OUT WITH US! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/littlewinkssleep/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/littlewinkssleep Peanut App https://www.peanut-app.io/?_branch_match_id=917091477458206700&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=invite Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U2Gkx6W_ZIFu1bk3Q-Org Listen to our podcast https://littlewinkssleep.libsyn.com Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@littlewinkssleep Check out more great articles and informational posts on our BLOG! https://littlewinkssleep.com/blog Love our Wallpaper? Check out their selection of removable wallpaper here! Westcoast Wallpaper https://www.etsy.com/shop/westcoastwalls
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  • Episode 53: Q&A: How do I balance bedtime routines?! and more questions answered
    Feb 12 2025
    Welcome to Little Winks Sleep Q&A where Certified Sleep Coach Anna McMillan answers your questions about your baby or toddler's sleep! You can submit your questions any time to questions@littlewinks.ca Parents and caregivers of newborns, infants and toddlers are going to LOVE this Q&A episode of the podcast. Certified Sleep Coach Anna McMillan answers three more of your questions about your child's sleep. Today, Anna helps parent with: Should I remove my 10 weeks old's swaddle cold turkey? And how long should it take for my baby to get used to sleeping without the swaddleWhen should my newborn's last feed of the day be? Is it different for older babies?How do I balance bedtime routines for my 3 month and 3 year old children? Little Winks Sleep has a slew of Free Resources and Guided Courses to help you with your newborn, infant and toddler's sleep as well as coaches working 1:1 with parents to teach their babies to sleep through the night without crying it out. Check out the resources below! FREE RESOURCES: 8 Things to do in the First Six Weeks https://littlewinkssleep.com/newborn-8-things Awake Times Chart https://littlewinkssleep.com/awake-times-chart Nap Chart https://littlewinkssleep.com/nap-cheat-sheet Ending Early Mornings https://littlewinkssleep.com/early-mornings Best Bedtime Routine https://littlewinkssleep.com/bedtime-routine 3 Keys to Unlocking Frustration https://littlewinkssleep.com/lyl-pdf Daycare Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/daycare-class Toddler Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/toddler-sleep-class Newborn Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/newborn-sleep-class Infant Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/baby-sleep-class TEACH YOUR BABY TO SLEEP 1:1 Coaching with a Little Winks Certified Sleep Coach https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/home-page Sleep Sleep Baby Infant Sleep Course https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/sleep-sleep-baby 4 Month Regression Sleep Course https://littlewinkssleep.com/4m-regression-sleep-course Nurturing Newborn Sleep https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/nurturing-newborn-sleep Taking on Toddler Sleep https://littlewinkssleep.com/taking-on-toddlers Learning Your Littles https://littlewinkssleep.com/learning-your-littles Navigating Naptime https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/navigating-naptime Make traveling with your little ones easier with our Travel Guide https://littlewinkssleep.thrivecart.com/little-winks-sleep-travel-guide/ HANG OUT WITH US! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/littlewinkssleep/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/littlewinkssleep Peanut App https://www.peanut-app.io/?_branch_match_id=917091477458206700&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=invite Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U2Gkx6W_ZIFu1bk3Q-Org Listen to our podcast https://littlewinkssleep.libsyn.com Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@littlewinkssleep Check out more great articles and informational posts on our BLOG! https://littlewinkssleep.com/blog Love our Wallpaper? Check out their selection of removable wallpaper here! Westcoast Wallpaper https://www.etsy.com/shop/westcoastwalls
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  • Episode 52: Q&A: Help I Have 2 Under 2! And more answers to your questions
    Feb 4 2025
    If you're a parent or caregiver of a newborn, infant or toddler and have questions about sleep, this is the podcast for you! Email questions@littlewinks.ca to submit your questions! Certified Sleep Coach Anna McMillan answers your questions about newborn infant and toddler sleep. Every week, she will go through questions emailed in and give you the answers you need to solve your sleep problems. In this episode she helps: a mom with a 7 month old who falls asleep while dropping off their older sibling at school and throws the nap schedule off a parent whose 5 month old cries as soon as she lays them down in the crib a mom of a toddler who is waking up soooo early every morning a mama of a newborn and a toddler under 2 about how to balance naps Resources and products mentioned (we may receive some affiliate compensation): Nanit: https://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=918500&u=3062633&m=68043 Booklight: https://amzn.to/4hlWRWC Free Nap Cheat Sheet: https://littlewinkssleep.com/nap-cheat-sheet Free 15 Minute Consultation Call with a coach: https://littlewinkssleep.com/nap-cheat-sheet FREE RESOURCES: 8 Things to do in the First Six Weeks https://littlewinkssleep.com/newborn-8-things Awake Times Chart https://littlewinkssleep.com/awake-times-chart Nap Chart https://littlewinkssleep.com/nap-cheat-sheet Ending Early Mornings https://littlewinkssleep.com/early-mornings Best Bedtime Routine https://littlewinkssleep.com/bedtime-routine 3 Keys to Unlocking Frustration https://littlewinkssleep.com/lyl-pdf Daycare Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/daycare-class Toddler Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/toddler-sleep-class Newborn Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/newborn-sleep-class Infant Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/baby-sleep-class TEACH YOUR BABY TO SLEEP 1:1 Coaching with a Little Winks Certified Sleep Coach https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/home-page Sleep Sleep Baby Infant Sleep Course https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/sleep-sleep-baby 4 Month Regression Sleep Course https://littlewinkssleep.com/4m-regression-sleep-course Nurturing Newborn Sleep https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/nurturing-newborn-sleep Taking on Toddler Sleep https://littlewinkssleep.com/taking-on-toddlers Learning Your Littles https://littlewinkssleep.com/learning-your-littles Navigating Naptime https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/navigating-naptime Make traveling with your little ones easier with our Travel Guide https://littlewinkssleep.thrivecart.com/little-winks-sleep-travel-guide/ HANG OUT WITH US! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/littlewinkssleep/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/littlewinkssleep Peanut App https://www.peanut-app.io/?_branch_match_id=917091477458206700&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=invite Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U2Gkx6W_ZIFu1bk3Q-Org Listen to our podcast https://littlewinkssleep.libsyn.com Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@littlewinkssleep Check out more great articles and informational posts on our BLOG! https://littlewinkssleep.com/blog Love our Wallpaper? Check out their selection of removable wallpaper here! Westcoast Wallpaper https://www.etsy.com/shop/westcoastwalls
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  • Episode 51: Don't let that unplanned 10 minute nap ruin your day
    Apr 16 2024
    Did your baby or toddler just take a 10 minute nap in the middle of their awake time? Will this ruin your whole day of naps? It doesn't have to! Certified Sleep Coach Anna McMillan and her co-workers and friends Ashley and Robyn give you the information you need to help when that unexpected nap happens. Help like: -how it will affect baby's nap schedule -when to just let it happen -how long to extend that next awake window -what to do about bedtime FREE RESOURCES: 8 Things to do in the First Six Weeks https://littlewinkssleep.com/newborn-8-things Awake Times Chart https://littlewinkssleep.com/awake-times-chart Nap Chart https://littlewinkssleep.com/nap-cheat-sheet Ending Early Mornings https://littlewinkssleep.com/early-mornings Best Bedtime Routine https://littlewinkssleep.com/bedtime-routine 3 Keys to Unlocking Frustration https://littlewinkssleep.com/lyl-pdf Daycare Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/daycare-class Toddler Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/toddler-sleep-class Newborn Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/newborn-sleep-class Infant Sleep Class https://littlewinkssleep.com/baby-sleep-class TEACH YOUR BABY TO SLEEP 1:1 Coaching with a Little Winks Certified Sleep Coach https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/home-page Sleep Sleep Baby Infant Sleep Course https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/sleep-sleep-baby Nurturing Newborn Sleep https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/nurturing-newborn-sleep Taking on Toddler Sleep https://littlewinkssleep.com/taking-on-toddlers Learning Your Littles https://littlewinkssleep.com/learning-your-littles Navigating Naptime https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/navigating-naptime Make traveling with your little ones easier with our Travel Guide https://littlewinkssleep.thrivecart.com/little-winks-sleep-travel-guide/ HANG OUT WITH US! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/littlewinkssleep/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/littlewinkssleep Peanut App https://www.peanut-app.io/?_branch_match_id=917091477458206700&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=invite Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U2Gkx6W_ZIFu1bk3Q-Org Listen to our podcast https://littlewinkssleep.libsyn.com Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@littlewinkssleep Check out more great articles and informational posts on our BLOG! https://littlewinkssleep.com/blog
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  • Episode 50: Pros and Cons of Responsive Sleep Spaces
    Apr 9 2024

    Certified Sleep Coach Anna McMillan and her co-workers and friends Ashley and Robyn talk about responsive and moving sleep spaces. You know, those bassinets that respond to your baby when they stir and rock or jiggle them back to sleep. There are also swings we use to help our babies sleep in the daytime. So are these a good investment for parents? Are they safe for babies?

    In this episode of the Little Winks Sleep Podcast, find out the pros and cons of using these kinds of things to help with your baby's sleep and why you may want to reconsider spending your money on them.

    FREE RESOURCES:

    8 Things to do in the First Six Weeks

    https://littlewinkssleep.com/newborn-8-things

    Awake Times Chart

    https://littlewinkssleep.com/awake-times-chart

    Nap Chart

    https://littlewinkssleep.com/nap-cheat-sheet

    Ending Early Mornings

    https://littlewinkssleep.com/early-mornings

    Best Bedtime Routine

    https://littlewinkssleep.com/bedtime-routine

    3 Keys to Unlocking Frustration

    https://littlewinkssleep.com/lyl-pdf

    Daycare Class

    https://littlewinkssleep.com/daycare-class

    Toddler Sleep Class

    https://littlewinkssleep.com/toddler-sleep-class

    Newborn Sleep Class

    https://littlewinkssleep.com/newborn-sleep-class

    Infant Sleep Class

    https://littlewinkssleep.com/baby-sleep-class

    TEACH YOUR BABY TO SLEEP

    1:1 Coaching with a Little Winks Certified Sleep Coach

    https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/home-page

    Sleep Sleep Baby Infant Sleep Course

    https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/sleep-sleep-baby

    Nurturing Newborn Sleep

    https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/nurturing-newborn-sleep

    Taking on Toddler Sleep

    https://littlewinkssleep.com/taking-on-toddlers

    Learning Your Littles

    https://littlewinkssleep.com/learning-your-littles

    Navigating Naptime

    https://www.littlewinkssleep.com/navigating-naptime

    Make traveling with your little ones easier with our Travel Guide

    https://littlewinkssleep.thrivecart.com/little-winks-sleep-travel-guide/

    HANG OUT WITH US!

    Instagram

    https://www.instagram.com/littlewinkssleep/

    Facebook

    https://www.facebook.com/littlewinkssleep

    Peanut App

    https://www.peanut-app.io/?_branch_match_id=917091477458206700&utm_source=copy&utm_medium=invite

    Youtube

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3U2Gkx6W_ZIFu1bk3Q-Org

    Tik Tok

    https://www.tiktok.com/@littlewinkssleep

    Check out more great articles and informational posts on our BLOG!

    https://littlewinkssleep.com/blog














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