Best Brittany Sheehan Sleep Podcasts (2025)

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Permission To Not Do It All with Faye Co-Founder Emily King 37:55

1d ago37:55

37:55

Today's episode is brought to you by my almost-mental breakdown a few weeks ago. The mental load was giving me a menty B and something had to give. I was served an ad for a service called Faye and immediately scheduled a call with the founder. A few weeks later, I feel lighter! I have a teammate to help me tackle my busy life! Today I'm sitting dow…

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Don't Make These 3 Big Potty Training Mistakes 11:44

6d ago11:44

11:44

Potty Training is stressful enough, don't make it harder on yourself! This week, I'm bringing you my 3 biggest thing to avoid doing in order to make potty training as painless as possible for you. Ready to hop on the Potty train ASAP! You're in luck! I have amazing events for you. Today (5/21) I'm hosting a free live Potty Prep Virtual Event with A…

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My Phone Died On Vacation. I Had Some Pretty Big Takeaways. 13:46

14d ago13:46

13:46

Last month of vacation in Mexico, my very old iPhone died. I was suddenly, quite literally, cut off from the outside world and forced to use my brain and eyes in a new way. I had six big takeaways from the experience, some of which won't surprise you, some of which will. One thing I can tell you for sure, I will not be giving my kids smartphones un…

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Baby Led Weaning or Purees? The AAP's Go-To Pediatrician & Dietitian Weigh In 37:28

21d ago37:28

37:28

It's gotta be one of the things my 0-6 month old clients panic about the most - SOLIDS. When to introduce them, what to introduce first, what about choking, what about allergies, what method...All. The. Things. Luckily for us, this week we're going to the American Academy of Pediatric's favorite baby feeding experts, Cinthia Scott, RD, IBCLC, and D…

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My Love Letter To The Mom Who Is Pregnant With Baby Number Two 13:57

1M ago13:57

13:57

Being pregnant with your second child is a uniquely difficult and beautiful place to be. Your firstborn seems so big suddenly, the moments alone with them so fleeting. The pregnancy both feels harder (you have to waddle chase a toddler) and easier (time flies when you are busy waddle chasing said toddler). You both can't wait to love this new perso…

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The Real Reason Your "Gentle" Scripts & Methods Aren't Working 20:28

2M ago20:28

20:28

Someone had to say it! So I guess it will be me. I'll cut right to the chase - it's not working because those things don't actually help a child who is struggling. They help YOU feel like you're doing something, and doing something that has been packaged as nicer and "gentler" for your child, even though it's not. So we'll unpack it today - What th…

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You Baby Isn't Teething 16:06

2M ago16:06

16:06

I mean I can't say for sure but kind of? I'm like 97% sure. Stay with me here. In today's episode I'll explain why I'm so sure, what the data tells us about our ability, as caregivers, to accurately predict teething, when teeth are most likely to emerge, how to *actually* tell if your baby is teething, and what to definitely not do if they are. Tee…

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Here's The Tea: The Best & Worst Parts Of My Job 25:45

2M ago25:45

25:45

You want the tea? I'm pouring it today! The highlights of my job FAR outshine the lowlights, which I am endlessly grateful for. Thank you all for being the reason I love my job - this episode is about you! I seem to attract almost exclusively wonderful families (and I'm giving you the tea on the rare pain points, and how I manage when things get to…

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Parenting Advice So Good I Wrote It On A Napkin At A Restaurant 20:13

2M ago20:13

20:13

One thing about me - I love asking "how'd you do that?" to successful people. Especially successful parents. If you have a kind, interesting, emotionally intelligent child, teen or adult, I want to know what you did to help them get there. My latest target was my wonderful Aunt who joined me for dinner a few nights ago. In today's episode, I'll sha…

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Safe Sleep for Toddlers & Preschoolers 22:33

3M ago22:33

22:33

Safe sleep ain't just for babies! Our bigger, stronger, faster, chattier toddlers and preschoolers need a safe sleep environment too! In today's episode I'll break down toddler safe sleep into 3 categories - safe sleep in a crib, safe sleep in a bed, and safe sleep for ALL little people, regardless of where they're sleeping. In today's episode, I m…

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Things You Don't Need To Buy (And Why) To Help Your Baby or Toddler Sleep 20:10

3M ago20:10

20:10

Oh God you guys, where do I begin?! This episode is inspired by a request I got from a news outlet yesterday. They wanted a quote from me on a new trend where parents offer kids butter in order to help them sleep at night. Oye. No? No, no that's not the answer. So today, I'm sharing my top 10 things you do NOT need to buy to help with sleep, and wh…

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Scared Of Sleep Regressions? Don’t Be 15:07

3M ago15:07

15:07

Permission to ignore anyone telling you to "just wait" until your great sleeper is destroyed by a dreaded sleep regression. Why? I'm so glad you asked. Today I'll explain what sleep regressions actually are, the most common times in a baby and pre-toddlers life they may occur, why they seem to impact some babies so much more than others, and what y…

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How To Make Your Baby Sleep On A Plane 19:52

3M ago19:52

19:52

Spoiler: you can't! BUT - there are many things you can do to make it as likely as possible. From what their sleep looks like before the trip, when you schedule your flight, when they eat, and what they're sitting in, I've giving you ALL my best tips and tricks to make daytime flights with napping babies as painless as can possibly (and hopefully -…

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Sleep Sacks 101 25:43

4M ago25:43

25:43

Today we're taking it back to the basics - SLEEP SACKS! So...what exactly is a sleep sack? Why should a baby or toddler use one? When should you start using one, and stop using one? How do you pick the right one? And what the F is a "tog'? All of that and more in today's episode. I mentioned two other Snooze Button episodes you may want to check ou…

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Pick Your Poison Babe 11:08

4M ago11:08

11:08

Good things come to those who work for it - and sleep is no exception. Today I'm sharing with you the conversations I so often have with clients when things feel HARD. Because, spoiler, just like anything else completely life changing, giving your child the gift of sleep can feel really hard! Resisting the urge to constantly intervene or tweak thin…

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A Deep Dive Into Safe Baby Sleep & Preventing SUIDs 35:13

4M ago35:13

35:13

This week's episode deals with the topic of preventing SUIDs/SIDS/infant loss. Please listen with care. This week, The New York Times published an article about the sudden and unexpected rise in SUIDs (Sudden Unexplained Infant Death) in the US, hypothesizing about the potential causes of this very unfortunate trend. So there was no better time tha…

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Parenting Lessons I Learned The Hard Way 19:31

4M ago19:31

19:31

Every veteran Mom has a list - things they did, paid for, obsessed over, worried about....that they chose NOT to do with their future children. So today, I'm sharing a a few of mine with you! The things I learned "the hard way" with my oldest son, and chose not to repeat with his younger siblings - so you can learn these lessons the easy way. Loved…

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Parenting Through Trauma 28:27

4M ago28:27

28:27

This week's episode is coming to you from the heart of Los Angeles, where thousands of our neighbors lost their homes, possessions, and livelihoods. So, I'm sharing my best advice for parenting in a time of crisis, drawing from the hundreds (thousands?) of conversations I've had with clients over the years, doing their best when their best was some…

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The 3 to 2 Nap Transition 23:53

5M ago23:53

23:53

Is your baby on 3 naps? Wondering what to do next? This week I'm breaking down the 3 to 2 nap transition: when to do it, why to do it then, what changes in your baby's day with this transition, and some helpful little nuances that will make the transition as early and painless as possible - so you're set up for success for many months to come! In t…

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Life Lessons From A Childless Cat Lady (And How They'll Make You A Better Parent) 19:02

5M ago19:02

19:02

Truly wild I haven't already done an episode related to Taylor Swift, so here it is. You're welcome! I have 5 big takeaways from my (4!) nights at the Eras Tour over the last year and a half, and I hope that these lessons I learned will help you feel at peace this holiday season, and give you permission to be a parent who sets a positive tone, does…

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Minimizing Mania, Maximizing Memories: A Few Holiday Hot Takes & Tips 26:47

6M ago26:47

26:47

It's That Time Of Year! For questioning if it's mean to "lie" about Santa, if you're spoiling your kids with presents, if you're creating enough magic...shall I continue? This episode is here to help! Listen, I'm no professional Holiday Helper, but I've seen a few things - with my kids, my friends, and hundreds of you - my clients! Today I'll share…

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An Unhinged Episode About Fire Tablets & Ipads 15:08

6M ago15:08

15:08

Debating buying a Fire Tablets or Ipad for your child this holiday season? Allow me to steer you against it in this completely unhinged episode. Please, allow my mistakes and hours of wasted tabletting (and some kinda scary intel re: YouTube) save you from making the same ones - just in time for Black Friday Shopping! In this episode, I mentioned t…

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Change Your Kids Behavior With This ONE Concept 14:47

7M ago14:47

14:47

To Be Clear Is To Be Kind. It's that simple. Today I'm going to explain exactly what I mean - a philosophy of clarity and consistency that allows toddlers & little kids (and big kids!) to understand what's expected of them, relax, and be happier, healthier little members of the family. In this episode I talked about my live event earlier this week …

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Want To Change The World? Go Home And Love Your Kids: A Voting Day PSA 13:12

7M ago13:12

13:12

Well it's official. I knew I'd eventually cry during a Snooze Button episode one day, and turns out today is the day! This is one episode I want EVERYONE to listen to going into an extremely fraught election day. Loved this episode? There is so much more where that came from: ️Subscribe....and Leave A Review....and Share with your Mom Friends! Foll…

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Talk That Talk (And What To Do If Your Baby Isn't Talking Back) with Wee Talker's Co-Founder Carly Tulloch, M.A., RLSP, CCC-SLP 29:26

7M ago29:26

29:26

Speech milestones (and who is not meeting them) has to be one of the most discussed (and most anxiety-provoking) topics at the playground for new Moms. Today, Wee Talkers co-founder and SLP Carly Tulloch is here to give it to you straight, so you can stop stressing about speech! Carly shares her tips on how to encourage language development in babi…

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You Might Be Panicking About The Wrong Stuff with Dr. Judith Hoffman M.D., Pediatrician & Founding Partner of Female Owned Manhattan Valley Pediatics 49:26

8M ago49:26

49:26

Cold & flu season is upon us, which means lots of trips to the pediatrician. But how do you know what warrants a trip and what doesn't? Dr. Judith Hoffman, a veteran pediatrician and founding partner of the busy & beloved Manhattan Valley Pediatrics in NYC is here to give it to us straight (spoiler - weird poop colors are probably not a problem, sn…

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The Difference Between My Courses & My Custom Plans - Which One Do YOU Need? 14:54

8M ago14:54

14:54

I get asked this a lot "My friend X sent me over to you and I know I need help...but based on X situation, does my child need a course or one of your custom plans?" So today I'm breaking it down for you! I'll share what you get no matter what (spoiler - it's allll my secret sauce!),what sets the custom plans apart from the courses, and why a family…

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Sleep & Sickness: What To Do (And What NOT To Do) 22:41

8M ago22:41

22:41

It's about that time! Cold & flu season time, that is. So what's a Mom or Dad to do? In today's episode I share practical tips from when to offer meds to how long to let them nap, and everything in between. I'm also share what NOT to do when your baby or toddler gets sick, to avoid one off day or night turning into a long term sleep derailment. Spo…

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What It's Really Like Working With Me (One on One!) 37:44

8M ago37:44

37:44

Interested in working with me one on one to solve your sleep struggles, but curious about what it *actually* looks like? It's high time I did a full episode to explain it all - how the waitlist works, the complete process A to Z for all families, the differences between each tier of support (Classic, Premier & Platinum), as well as the few reasons …

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House Rules, Family Values, and How They've Made Me A Better Mom 18:54

9M ago18:54

18:54

Today I'm sharing one of the most humbling moments in my experience as a Mom, and how I turned the slap in the face I needed into two lists that have changed the way I parent and the way my kids behave. Ready to supercharge your parenting? You can grab the two printable lists here for just $8: House Rules & Family Values Loved this episode? There i…

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In: Lasers, Clear Airways & Gum (really). Out: Drilling, Cavities & Retainers feat. Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Dr. Quinn Yost, DDS, MSD 36:31

9M ago36:31

36:31

Want your child to have a health mouth for life? Who doesn't! But - how to get there may surprise you (and it's easier than you think). This week, I sat down with Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Dr. Quinn Yost, founder of LA-based Milk Tooth Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Quinn shares a TON of incredibly useful information with us - everything from whe…

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Want A Nanny That Feels Like Family? Do These Things. 19:09

9M ago19:09

19:09

A follower over on my Instagram slid into my DMs last week and suggested a great podcast episode topic - how to cultivate a great relationship with your nanny. I loved it! So today I'm sharing my tips with you, as someone who very much loves their nanny and has a great relationship with them (and spends a lot of time giving clients advice on how to…

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Help! My Toddler Jumped Out Of The Crib! 21:39

9M ago21:39

21:39

There are a few moments every parent dreads in the first few years of life - and a 2 year old jumping out of the crib has got to be top 3. So....what do you do?! Today I'm sharing my tips - how to prevent it from happening, what to do if it happens once or twice to stop it from happening again, and how to make the transition successfully to a bed i…

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Maintaining Your Back To School Sleep & Sanity 25:52

10M ago25:52

25:52

It's (one of) The Most Stressful Mom Times Of The Yearrrrrr! In today's episode, I'm sharing my practical tips (as a Mom with 3 kids starting preschool, pre-K, and first grade this year!) for allll the back to school things - getting back on a good sleep routine after the summer slump, how to avoid your own confusion and chaos in the lead up weeks …

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The Con of the "4 Month Sleep Regression" 30:55

10M ago30:55

30:55

I know, I know. Stay with me here. I'm NOT saying there is no chance your baby won't have any sleep struggles at 4 months. But I AM absolutely saying that there is a very, very good chance they won't....and if they do struggle, A) it might not happen when they're 4 months old and B) there are many things you can do proactively to make it as painles…

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Stop Using Blackout Curtains (Here's Why) 12:08

10M ago12:08

12:08

I know, I know - EVERYONE tells you to use blackout curtains (including all other sleep consultants, I know!) In today's episode, I'm going to tell you not to, and exactly why not using blackout curtains is going to make your life so much easier, especially when you travel. So please, join me in removing the garbage bags and tinfoil from your windo…

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The Pregnancy & Postpartum Wellness Destination We All Need with Sorette Founder Lanning Ardente 28:08

10M ago28:08

28:08

One of the first things we all do when we find out we're pregnant is panic about the products we're using. What's safe and what isn't? What are the effective alternatives and where do you go to find out? Enter Sorette, the business I wish existed when I was pregnant with my first. In today's episode I sit down with Lanning Ardente, the founder of S…

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You Can't MAKE Your Baby or Toddler Sleep (Here's What You Can Do Instead) 18:00

11M ago18:00

18:00

"She woke up for 15 minutes during her nap...WHY? How can I make her sleep?" "He played for 20 minutes with his trucks after bedtime, how can I make him sleep instead?" These are total normal questions I get from clients, and here is what I tell them, and I want you to know: You can't. You cannot control your child's eyelids closing and falling asl…

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Melatonin + Kids: When (And When Not) To Use It, And What To Do Instead 19:53

11M ago19:53

19:53

Guilty of having tried melatonin to get a restless kid to sleep? You're very much not alone. Today I'm going to do a bit of a deep dive into melatonin use in kids - what melatonin really is, what data supports using it for children, when NOT to use it for children (spoiler - in the vast majority of kids, we don't want to), and why we want to avoid …

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Trust Your (Literal) Gut: A Conversation with Tiny Health Founder Cheryl Sew Hoy 30:55

11M ago30:55

30:55

Ready to nerd out on microbiomes?! Today's guest is Cheryl Sew Hoy, founder of Tiny Health, the first gut health test for Moms and babies. Cheryl shares with us how her own pregnancy and birth journey inspired this business, what she discoverd about the importance of gut health, and how Tiny Health has now helped over 25,000 families identify & cou…

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140. Mommy’s on a Call is coming back!!! Taking a break, hitting reset, staying curious, rediscovering myself and finding joy. 7:38

11M ago7:38

7:38

Come join me in my sandbox of life and in this podcast to explore, play and discover something new every single week… because I know you've yelled "Mommy's on a Call" at least once in the last week!!! 🎧 LISTEN: https://link.chtbl.com/MOAC ⭐️ SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW 👩🏻‍💻 SHOW NOTES: MommysonaCall.com ✨ FOLLOW ON IG: @MommysonaCall & @StephanieUchima ☕️ J…

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ENCORE: Why You Need To Take A Solo Trip With Your Kids 14:54

11M ago14:54

14:54

Last night I got home after a *magical* 30ish hours at a hotel with my oldest son, Teddy, who is now 7 years old. Today, I'm re-sharing why I do these trips with each of my kids - I hope it inspires you to do one! Some of my favorite memories of my entire LIFE? The solo one night trips I take with each of my three kids. Today I'm sharing with you g…

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How To Stand Up To Bedtime Stall Tactics 13:51

11M ago13:51

13:51

The drama! The tears! The begging! Bedtime stall tactics can be a brutal way to end an otherwise happy day with your toddler. In today's episode, I'm going to share both some concrete steps you can take to curb them, but also a way to reframe the message that allowing stall tactics is sending your child - to make it easier for you to stand up to th…

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How To Never Hear "I'm Booooored" This Summer feat. Days With Grey 32:16

12M ago32:16

32:16

The school year is screeching to an end, which for some parents means a scramble to assemble play dates, adventures, and desperately avoiding the sound of "MOMMMMM I'M BOREDDDD." Enter Days With Grey. In today's episode, I sit down with Beth, founder of our generations go-to resource for all things play-based learning. With a master’s in education …

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When You Really Wanted A Boy (or a Girl).....but the baby is a Girl (or a Boy) 22:08

12M ago22:08

22:08

Probably one of the most universally felt feelings that parents (especially Moms) don't want to talk about - when you're secretly (or openly!) pining for one gender and your baby ends up being the other. In today's episode, lets unpack it, judgement free! We'll dive into how common this is, why we feel this way, what we can do to help reframe it, w…

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Please Don't Treat Us Like Aliens: Loss, Love, and Lessons From The In-Between with author & advocate Myra Sack 33:12

12M ago33:12

33:12

Please note this week's episode deals with the topic of child loss and may be sensitive for some listeners. If that is not the case for you, I implore you to listen to Myra's story. I'm going to be honest: I was scared to read this book. But I did, and it may be the most though provoking, heartbreaking, beautiful and important books I've ever read.…

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From Expecting To Expert: Leveraging The Default Parent with Auggie Founder Lily Walla 40:24

1y ago40:24

40:24

Ahhh the default parent. You're the one who knows everyone's diaper size, what day of the month preschool tuition is due, how much you owe the babysitter for last night and SO. MUCH. MORE. Enter Auggie. This week, I sat down with Lily Walla, the hilarious and smart founder of Auggie, the single platform for empowered parents to share recommendation…

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Fixing Flat Heads Without Helmets with Baby Begin founder Jennifer Barnard 31:08

1y ago31:08

31:08

Putting our newborns on their backs has been a lifesaving change in pediatrics, with one small (very small - keep doing it!) downside - all those great sleeping back sleepers sometimes get a bit of a flat head. Time panic? Not so, says Jennifer Barnard, the founder of Baby Begin, whose mission is to simplify plagiocephaly (flat head syndrome) and t…

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How I Potty Trained My Daughter (As A Professional Potty Trainer!) 15:50

1y ago15:50

15:50

Today I'm sharing how, at a high level, I successfully potty trained my youngest child, Delaney, just two weeks ago! I'll share what I did before, why I chose to do it at this time, the wins and blips we experienced, and how this experience differed from what I did with her big brothers (especially my oldest son). Whether you're in the depths of po…

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Handling Difficult Convos About Sleep Guidance 24:16

1y ago24:16

24:16

This is the episode for anyone whose nanny or mother in law told them something like...."sleep training causes brain damage", or "I can't believe you're doing xyz, I could never." Few things are as deflating and stressful to a parent as someone else in their life, especially someone who has experience with children, telling them that not only did t…

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