Well Rested Mama Unswaddled

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/]

Toddler Sleep Training: How to Sleep Train a Toddler (2–4 Years)

Sleep training a toddler can feel completely different from sleep training a baby. In this episode of Unswaddled, I’m walking you through exactly how to sleep train a toddler ages 2–4, including what to do before you start, how bedtime should look, and the sleep training method I use most often with families. If you're trying to sleep train a 2 year old or sleep train a 3 year old, this episode will help you understand why toddler sleep struggles happen and how to approach toddler sleep training in a clear, practical way. We’ll also talk about common challenges like when a toddler won’t fall asleep alone, bedtime battles, or sleep falling apart after a crib-to-bed transition. Even if you’ve sleep trained before, sleep training a toddler requires a slightly different approach. Toddlers are more aware, more vocal, and more likely to test boundaries, which is why consistency and clear expectations matter so much during toddler sleep training. In this episode, I also explain how to handle sleep training when your child is in a crib versus sleep training a toddler in a big bed, and what to do if you’re re-sleep training a toddler after a regression, a new sibling, or a transition that disrupted sleep. As a toddler sleep coach, this is the same step-by-step approach I walk families through when they’re ready to help their toddler learn to fall asleep independently and stay asleep through the night. In this episode, I cover: • Common reasons parents decide to sleep train toddlers • Why sleep can suddenly fall apart in the toddler years • How daytime sleep and bedtime timing impact toddler sleep • The toddler sleep training approach I use most often with families • Exactly how to implement the method at bedtime and overnight • What to do if your toddler leaves the room or climbs out of the crib • Sleep training a toddler in a crib vs a big kid bed • What progress usually looks like during the first few nights Every toddler is different. Some toddlers adjust quickly, while others need more time and consistency. My goal with this episode is to help you feel confident, informed, and supported as you approach toddler sleep training. ✨ Want more support? Follow me on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/wellrestedmama/] Schedule a free consult with me [https://wellrestedmamallc.hbportal.co/schedule/65e63a6ad3cc86002b901fa0]