Hello, friends. Have you checked out our new channel on Apple Podcasts? Over the past few years,

Clark and I have worked hard to bring you stories and science content that entertains and

educates while helping your little ones relax and drift off to sleep.

On our new channel, you'll find ad-free episodes, bonus stories, and for the first time,

classic tales, presented just as they were meant to be heard, one chapter at a time.

It's a wonderful way to experience these timeless stories together, helping to make bedtime

a cozy, shared adventure. Look for Sleeptight Media on Apple Podcasts, and let's make bedtime the best part of the day.

Hello, I'm Cheryl, and this is Sleeptight Relax, a calming bedtime podcast for the young and young at heart.

It's time to get cozy in bed and listen to tonight's story.

In this episode, we are going to combine the gentle sounds of nature and story to help you relax

and become calm and peaceful.

When you are ready, close your eyes gently and begin to relax your body.

Imagine sinking into your bed.

Let your bed support and protect you.

I would like you to notice how you are feeling now.

Are you excited or anxious, happy, disappointed,

silly, giggly, or maybe you are tired? Think about how you feel as you begin to relax.

Let's take a few deep belly breaths to help you prepare for your best sleep ever.

Take your time and focus on your breathing.

Breathing in slowly through your nose and slowly out through your mouth.

Notice how your belly rises as you fill yourself up with air.

Breathe in and breathe out.

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