Is Sleep Training Different in Asian families?
Sleep Training in Asian Families: Unique Challenges & Real Solutions | Ask a Baby Sleep Expert (ft. Ivy Goh)
Is it harder to sleep train in Asian households?
In this episode of Ask a Baby Sleep Expert, Dana Obleman is joined by Singapore-based Sleep Sense Consultant Ivy Go to discuss the cultural and practical challenges that many parents face when trying to improve their child’s sleep in Asian countries.
From navigating grandparents’ opinions to dealing with room-sharing and rigid family routines, Ivy shares her personal journey—and how she now helps other families overcome those same hurdles with confidence and success.
You’ll learn:
– Why family dynamics (especially grandparents!) can make sleep training tricky
– How to stay consistent even with limited space or co-sleeping setups
– The #1 thing parents must believe before starting sleep training
– Why mindset matters more than a perfect environment
– How one committed family made it work in a one-bedroom apartment
If you’re in Asia—or part of a multigenerational household anywhere—this episode will give you real-life encouragement and strategies for making sleep training work.
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