Well Rested Mama Unswaddled

Tips for Dropping the Pacifier: Baby vs. Toddler Pacifier Weaning

Looking for tips for dropping the pacifier without feeling like you’re totally winging it? In this episode, I’m walking you through what this transition can look like for both babies and toddlers. We’ll talk about what to do if your baby is losing the pacifier all night, why the paci can become a sleep crutch, and when dropping the pacifier cold turkey might make sense. For toddlers, we’ll get into how to talk about it ahead of time, make saying goodbye feel a little more special, and hold the boundary while still offering comfort. I’ll also share a few things that can make pacifier weaning smoother, like choosing the right timing, getting all caregivers on the same page, introducing another comfort item, and staying consistent once the paci is gone. Dropping the pacifier can feel hard in the moment, but it is temporary. With a clear plan and consistency, your child will adjust! As always, drop any questions you have in the comments! And if you need more help ⬇️ ⁠Schedule a free sleep consult⁠ [https://wellrestedmamas.com/contact/] with me ⁠Follow me on Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/wellrestedmama/] for more relatable sleep & parenting stuff

Burnout as a Mom: Why You’re So Tired and What Your Body Actually Needs

Burnout as a mom can show up as feeling exhausted, running on coffee, struggling with sleep, under-fueling your body, overexercising, and wondering why you still don’t feel like yourself. In this episode, I’m joined by my friend Michelle of Wellness Elevate to talk about hormones, metabolism, nutrition, movement, stress, sleep, and what it can look like to support your body instead of constantly pushing through. In this episode, we talk about: * Why so many moms feel tired even when they’re “doing everything right” * How stress, sleep, caffeine, blood sugar, and hormones are connected * What under-fueling and overexercising can look like * Why “eat less and work out more” isn’t always the answer * What I’ve learned from tracking my normal routine and working with Michelle * Simple things moms can start paying attention to in their own routines If you’ve been feeling burnt out, exhausted, or stuck in survival mode, this episode is such a good reminder that your body might not need more pressure. It might need more support. Find Michelle here [https://www.instagram.com/michellestiff_wellness/] Schedule a free sleep consult with me [https://www.honeybook.com/widget/well_rested_mama_llc_169644/cf_id/5fd915d5393fe8677a3e1ef1?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleASQA5tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAadE7ufvsmCugRuvAnyU8Gv180YpE6YkqZNVJ_lq55Gbbxd4Qua-jhNHv3MC5A_aem_KAYaHAhOv5nvZoSdG7NcOQ] Follow me on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/wellrestedmama/] for more relatable sleep & parenting stuff

Baby Sleep Q&A: Your Biggest Sleep Questions Answered by a Baby Sleep Expert

Baby sleep Q&A episodes are a chance to talk through the sleep questions that come up all the time for parents. In this episode of Well Rested Mama Unswaddled, I’m answering real baby sleep questions and answers and sharing baby sleep expert advice on the things parents are often trying to figure out: naps, schedules, night wakings, bedtime, and what to do when sleep suddenly changes. Instead of trying to cover one topic from start to finish, this episode is more of a real-life troubleshooting conversation around the questions parents actually submit. In this episode, I cover: - common baby sleep Q&A questions - how I think through sleep struggles as a sleep consultant - what can impact naps, bedtime, and overnight sleep - when to adjust the schedule - what to consider before changing the whole routine If you’re in the middle of figuring out baby sleep and want practical answers to common questions, this episode walks through several topics that may come up along the way. ✨ Want more support? Follow me on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/wellrestedmama/] Schedule a free consult with me [https://wellrestedmamallc.hbportal.co/schedule/65e63a6ad3cc86002b901fa0]

Toddler Won’t Go to Bed? Why They’re Fighting Sleep + What to Check First

Toddler won’t go to bed? If bedtime has turned into stalling, protesting, and asking for “one more thing” every single night, this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m walking through what I look at first when a toddler is fighting sleep or resisting bedtime, so you can start figuring out what might actually be making bedtime harder. We’ll talk about: - How overtiredness can show up at bedtime - What to look at with naps, bedtime timing, and the last wake window - How to tell the difference between wants and needs at bedtime - Why boundaries still matter, even when your toddler is upset - How a bedtime routine chart or sticker chart can help - When independent sleep or re-sleep training may be part of the conversation If you’ve been wondering, “why is my toddler fighting sleep?” or looking for toddler fighting bedtime tips that actually help you troubleshoot the whole picture, this episode will give you a clearer place to start without feeling like you have to guess your way through every night. Follow along [https://www.instagram.com/ ] for more baby and toddler sleep support Looking for one-on-one help? Schedule your free consult call with me [https://wellrestedmamallc.hbportal.co/schedule/65e63a6ad3cc86002b901fa0?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleARcwuxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAacpQxRje_7A43ZSFc3iVnyuXJGzEeuQ5YNgH5_-9Waoyu8fA99rPgfaxALQmA_aem_UudTmVW4SRLFPlZGZyJBOQ]

How to Dream Feed Your Baby (and Actually Get More Sleep)

If your baby is down to one night feed, but it’s happening at 4–6AM and completely throwing off your morning, this episode is for you. In this episode of Unswaddled, I’m breaking down exactly what a dream feed is, how to do a dream feed, and how it can help shift that early morning wake-up so your baby (and you) can get a longer stretch of sleep. We’ll talk through: * What a dream feed actually is and how it works * How to dream feed your baby step-by-step * Why early morning feeds are the hardest to navigate * When dream feeds help, and when they don’t * When to drop the dream feed Dream feeding can be a really helpful tool, but it’s not a magic fix for every situation. I’ll walk you through how to use it in a way that actually makes sense for your baby and your schedule. If you try this, let me know how it goes in the comments. And if you have other baby sleep questions you want me to cover, drop those below too! Follow along on IG [https://www.instagram.com/wellrestedmama/] for more baby and toddler sleep support Looking for one on one help? Schedule your free consult call with me [https://www.instagram.com/wellrestedmama/]