Tucked In: Sleepy Stories for Kids
Welcome to Tucked In — a gentle, calming podcast filled with original bedtime stories to help little ones unwind, feel safe, and fall peacefully asleep.
Each episode features a soft, soothing voice telling a short, magical tale designed to support healthy bedtime routines, spark gentle imaginations, and calm busy minds.
From moonlit puddles and painting foxes to kind-hearted aliens and thoughtful turtles, every story is crafted with care — perfect for children ages 3 to 7, and loved by grown-ups who need a little quiet, too.
🌙 Ideal for bedtime, naps, quiet time, or emotional regulation
🐢 Original stories, affirmations, and peaceful sound design
💛 Written and narrated with love by Anna Eccleston, a mum, creative, NHS Worker and voice artist
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Episodes
31 episodes
Episode 31. The Apple Crumble Evening
In tonight’s cozy autumn tale, we meet Sophie, who spends a chilly afternoon baking apple crumble with her mum. From the sweet scent of cinnamon and sugar to the crunch of golden leaves in the garden, Sophie discovers the simple comforts that m...
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Episode 30. Harper, Bob the Alien and the Midnight Picnic
In this gentle follow-on adventure, Harper and her alien friend Bob discover that sometimes the quietest moments are the most magical. Bob whisks Harper away in his little silver spaceship to a peaceful planet beyond the moon — a soft, glowing ...
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Episode 29. The Little Lantern Maker
In tonight’s story, we meet Nia, a young girl who discovers the magic of making lanterns filled with kindness, laughter, and calm. As she whispers her hopes into each glowing light, the world around her begins to feel softer, brighter, and more...
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Episode 28. Jacob and the Tangle Puff
In tonight’s bedtime story, we meet Jacob, a little boy who has had a tricky day. At bedtime, his worries feel big and tangled — until a soft, fluffy creature called Tangle Puff appears. Together, Jacob learns how slow breaths can smooth out th...
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Episode 27: The Bridge of Painted Stones
In this gentle bedtime story, we meet Amira, who loves to sing, and Jonas, who loves to paint. Separated by a flowing river, they dream of playing together but cannot cross the water. Night after night, they add glowing stones — some painted, s...
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Episode 26: Ember and the Sky of Stars
Tonight’s bedtime story takes us to a magical world where a gentle dragon named Ember gazes up at the endless sky of stars. Each night, the stars whisper secrets of calm and courage, guiding Ember to discover the beauty of stillness and the pow...
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Episode 25. Penny and the Pocket Moon
In this gentle bedtime adventure, Penny discovers a tiny glowing moon tucked inside her coat pocket. With each soft step, the little moon hums a lullaby, guiding her through quiet gardens, sleepy streets, and silver-lit meadows. Along the way, ...
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Episode 24:Tommy and the Midnight Road
Tommy loves two things more than anything — cars and pasta pesto! But after one special dinner, his favourite toy car takes him on a magical nighttime drive along the quietest, smoothest road he’s ever seen. With glowing headlights and the soft...
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Episode 23. Kip the Kangaroo and the Slow Bounce
In tonight’s bedtime story, we meet Kip — a lively little kangaroo who just loves to bounce. But when the stars come out and his body says it’s time to rest, Kip needs a little help to slow down.With a soft blanket, a calm imagination, a...
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Episode 22. Jamie and the Moonboat
A sleepy, star-filled story about drifting gently into rest.Jamie’s thoughts just won’t settle — until his dad takes him on a dreamy nighttime journey across a moonlit lake. Wrapped in a blanket, sipping warm cocoa, Jamie learns the quie...
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Episode 21. Sleepy Animals Collection (Extra Long Compilation)
Settle in for a cosy collection of soft, soothing bedtime stories — each one featuring a gentle animal friend with big feelings and even bigger hearts.In this special extra long Tucked In episode, you’ll meet your favourite Tucked In Ani...
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Episode 20. Mo and the Colours Inside
In tonight’s gentle story, we meet Mo, a thoughtful boy who feels his emotions deeply — but doesn’t always have the words to explain them. Instead, he paints.When Mo’s day feels too loud or too much, he turns to colour — soft strokes, bo...
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Episode 19. Isla and the Tide Whisper
In tonight’s gentle bedtime story, we meet Isla, a thoughtful girl who lives by the sea. After a busy day, her thoughts are still swirling — until she opens her window and listens to the soft rhythm of the tide.With each wave, the ocean ...
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Episode 18. Poppy and the Big Match Day
Tonight’s bedtime story follows Poppy — a bright, football-loving girl — as she heads off on a very special adventure with her Grandad: her first ever live match!From the train ride to the roaring crowd, and all the excitement in between...
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Episode 17. Willa the Fawn and the Start of Summer
In this soft and sleepy episode, we meet Willa, a gentle young fawn who wakes to find the very first signs of summer in the air — warm breezes, blooming meadows, and golden light. But after such an exciting day, it’s hard to slow down.Wi...
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Episode 16. Ella the Little Otter and the Evening Air
In tonight’s story, we meet Ella, a playful little otter who’s had a big day full of splashing, sliding, and exploring. But when bedtime arrives, Ella’s body is still wiggly, and her mind is full of thoughts.With the help of her Mama, th...
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Episode 15. Ezra and the Raincloud Day
Tonight’s story follows Ezra, a thoughtful boy who wakes up feeling a little low — like a small gray cloud is following him through the day. With the quiet support of his mum, Ezra learns that sadness doesn’t need to be rushed away… it just nee...
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Episode 14. Arthur and the Worry Pebbles
Tonight’s story follows Arthur, a thoughtful boy with a mind full of questions… and sometimes, a little too full of worries.But when Grandma gives him a pouch of special pebbles, Arthur learns a gentle way to set his worries down — one b...
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Episode 13. Arlo and the Listening Tree
Tonight’s story follows Arlo, a boy with a head full of ideas and a heart that finds it hard to settle. But when his mum suggests he visit the old tree outside his window, Arlo discovers something magical: a place where the wind speaks softly, ...
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Episode 12. Sydney the Sleepy Sloth
Tonight’s sleepy story takes us deep into the treetops, where a little sloth named Sydney is trying her best to slow down… but the world around her feels just a little too fast.With soft leaves, gentle branches, and a quiet journey throu...
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Episode 11. Edie and the Sparkle Star Show
In this gentle bedtime story, meet Edie — a bright and imaginative little girl who loves gymnastics, makeup and sparkly things. But when bedtime arrives, Edie finds it hard to settle on her own… until a magical sparkle star appears on her bedro...
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Episode 10. Harper and Bob the Alien
In tonight’s sleepy story, Harper meets an unexpected visitor: a friendly purple alien named Bob, who’s flown across the galaxy in search of the best food Earth has to offer… from a pharmacy!With glowing stones, granola bars, and giggles...
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Episode 9. Daphne and The Cat who Knew The Way
Tonight’s bedtime story follows Daphne, a kind-hearted girl who loves fairies, princesses, and her soft grey cat, Whimsy. But one starry evening, Whimsy leads her somewhere unexpected… to a tiny door in an old tree, and into a hidden fairy worl...
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Episode 8. Nora and the Polar Bear’s Secret
In tonight’s peaceful story, a little girl named Nora follows quiet pawprints across the snowy Arctic… and meets a wise polar bear who teaches her something special:🌙 Sometimes, the calm we need is already inside us — we just have to pau...
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Episode 7. Lark and the Sky Garden
Tonight’s sleepy story follows a little girl named Lark, who finds a silver ladder stretching high into the sky… and discovers a magical garden floating above the clouds. With glowing flowers, humming lily pads, and a whispering Wishing Tree, L...
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