The Mama Coach- Leah Tully RN

04/07/2026

If your baby is waking frequently at night, it’s easy to assume it’s a “sleep issue.”
But often, feeding and sleep are deeply connected.

Infant sleep is biologically driven, and night waking—especially in the first year—is linked to nutritional needs, growth, and brain development. Babies who don’t take in enough calories during the day may naturally wake more at night to meet those needs.

Cluster feeding, frequent waking, and feeding to sleep are not “bad habits”—they’re part of normal infant physiology.

As both an RN + IBCLC, I support families in looking at the whole picture—feeding, development, and sleep—so we’re not trying to fix one piece in isolation.

You don’t need rigid schedules or one-size-fits-all approaches. You need a plan that actually fits your baby.

💛 If you’re exhausted and unsure where to start, I’m here to help.

04/07/2026

03/26/2026

Feeding your baby isn’t just about ounces… it’s about connection, confidence, and support 🤍

Whether you’re breastfeeding, bottle feeding, pumping, combo feeding—or figuring it out day by day—you are doing an incredible job.

Here’s what many moms don’t hear enough:
✨ Newborn feeding is learned (for both of you)
✨ Frequent feeds are normal
✨ Fussiness at the breast doesn’t always mean low supply
✨ Your mental health matters just as much as how baby is fed

As an RN + IBCLC, I support families in finding a feeding rhythm that works for your baby and your life—not perfection, not pressure.

Because the goal isn’t just feeding your baby…
It’s supporting you while you do it 🤍

If feeding feels overwhelming, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

DM me or book a consult—I’m here to help.

03/09/2026

Hello 👋 I’m Leah! Registered Nurse, IBCLC, Sleep Consultant & Mama of 2! Feeding your baby shouldn’t feel this confusing. 🤍If you’re wondering…• Is my baby getting enough milk?• Why does feeding hurt?• Is this normal cluster feeding or something else?• Why does my baby seem fussy at the breast or bottle?You’re not alone — and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.As a Registered Nurse and IBCLC, I support families through the real-life challenges of feeding newborns. Whether you’re breastfeeding, bottle feeding, pumping, or doing a mix of everything, my goal is to help you feel confident and supported.Together we can work through things like:✨ latch and positioning✨ milk supply concerns✨ pumping and bottle transitions✨ reflux or feeding fussiness✨ newborn sleep and feeding rhythmsEvery baby is different, and every family deserves support that fits their situation.You don’t have to struggle through feeding alone.🤍 Support is just a message away.

01/21/2026

01/06/2026

💛 To the mom who looks like she’s holding it all together…Becoming a parent is life-changing. It’s beautiful, profound, and meaningful — and it can also feel overwhelming, isolating, and emotionally exhausting.As a Registered Nurse and IBCLC, I’ve supported hundreds of families through pregnancy, postpartum, feeding journeys, and sleep deprivation — and I want to say this clearly:🧠 Your mental health matters just as much as your baby’s health.Postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, and mood disorders don’t always look like crying all day. Sometimes they look like:• Constant worry• Feeling numb or disconnected• Irritability or rage• Guilt or feeling like you’re “failing”• Going through the motions but not feeling like yourselfAnd no — this is not a personal failure. It is not a weakness. It is not something you can “just push through.”🤍 You deserve support.🤍 You deserve to feel like you again.🤍 And getting help is one of the strongest things you can do for your family.Feeding your baby, caring for your baby, bonding with your baby — it all starts with caring for YOU too.If you’re struggling silently, please know you’re not alone — and help is available. You don’t have to do motherhood alone.

12/19/2025

12/11/2025

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12/11/2025

Why Timed Feeds Can Lead to More Night Wakings 💤👶As an RN & IBCLC, I often meet families who are trying to support their baby’s sleep by feeding on a strict schedule—every “x” hours. While this is incredibly common, especially during sleep training, it can unintentionally work against your baby’s natural feeding rhythm.Babies are biologically designed to feed based on hunger cues, not the clock. When we offer the breast or bottle frequently throughout the day and let baby decide what they need, they tend to take in more full, effective feeds (think: deep sucks + audible swallows). If baby becomes distracted, flutter sucks, or slows down, that’s their body telling us the feed is done—honouring that matters.When feeds are timed, babies often don’t get enough daytime calories… which means they make up for them at night. More daytime feeding opportunities = more calories during the day = longer, more restful stretches overnight. 🌙✨Every baby is unique, but responsive feeding supports both growth and sleep.

09/18/2025

I’m adding to my skill set! I’m currently a student taking my Masters in Counselling Psychology. If you are looking for free and low cost counselling sessions, grab your spot today!

All sessions are virtual. Must be age 12+

Use the QR code below or 80 Acres Counselling, Mediation & Consultingulting to book!

09/02/2025

🚫 “I have to feed 10 minutes on each side.”This is advice many parents hear, but here’s the reality: ⬇️✨ Breastfeeding success isn’t about the timer—it’s about how well your baby is transferring milk.Instead of watching the clock, look for these signs:✔️ Rhythmic suck–swallow patterns✔️ Baby is truly drinking, not just comfort sucking✔️ They finish the feed looking calm, satisfied, and relaxed⏱ Some babies finish a feed in 5–7 minutes, while others take 20–30 minutes. Both are completely normal if milk is flowing well.👉 Sometimes one breast is enough, other times your baby may want both. The key? Trust their cues, not the clock. 💕