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05/01/2026

Night feeding a young baby isn’t something to rush away from as soon as your baby hits 4 or 6 months. I’ve sat with enough families to know that dropping feeds too early doesn’t make sleep better — it can actually create a different, harder problem. Let me know if you’ve ever applied this advice and how did it work out for you and your baby?

04/29/2026

The Ferber method has been around since 1985, and has been debated and debunked for nearly as long. And somehow it’s still the first thing parents get handed when their baby won’t sleep. 😅
It wasn’t developed with what we now know about infant brain development. Babies who are left to cry alone aren’t learning to magically self-soothe. Their stress response is doing what it’s designed to do - signalling for support by crying. If nobody comes, they eventually stop signalling. And what seems like a regulated, almost self-sufficient baby is actually just a child who learned no one comes to help when they need it.
Your baby waking up at night is just biology. And there are gentler ways to support sleep that don’t ask your baby to figure it out alone. 🌙
That’s what I help babies do. Comment CONSULT and I’ll send you the link to book a session with me.
I want to hear from you - how are you managing sleep right now? And what have you tried? 👇

04/27/2026

Time to spill the tea. What’s your most unhinged baby sleep advice? I’ll go first: I put glow in the dark stickers on the floor of my baby’s room to mark wherever the floor creaks.

04/25/2026

I just HAD to share this with you. Isn’t craniosacral therapy so cool?! Have you ever heard of it before, and would you be open to trying it? Let me know in the comments, I’m so curious!

Here’s exactly how to loosen that tight jaw…👇If your baby is chomping at the breast or exhibiting a shallow latch that i...
04/21/2026

Here’s exactly how to loosen that tight jaw…👇

If your baby is chomping at the breast or exhibiting a shallow latch that is impacting their ability to properly latch, you may want to try this facial massage!

Here’s how to do it:

👉 Using gentle pressure, massage in light circles all the way down the baby’s jaw, from just in front of their ears to their chin.

👉 Do three repetitions

👉 3-5 times per day.

If your baby is really struggling with a shallow latch or is chomping at the breast and you are looking for support, I am here and happy to help! 🫶

I offer 1:1 consultations where we can work together to identify the cause for your baby’s shallow latch or chomping at the breast and design a plan for helping your baby nurse successfully. Comment “lactation support” down below!

04/20/2026

I get asked this lactation and baby sleep questions all the time. Let me know which questions I should answer next!

04/18/2026

Just when I thought the “cry it out” method is finally dying out… I understand how it might sound tempting when you’re exhausted and running on just a few hours of sleep, but it’s not only harmful to the baby, but also unnecessary where there are alternative gentle methods. That’s what I help babies do. Comment CONSULT and I’ll send you the link to book a session with me.
And let me know in the comments what about this topic interests you and I’ll get to it in my next videos!

04/17/2026

Don’t get me wrong - you absolutely DO need to be hydrated. But that alone WON’T solve the problem if there is a deeper underlying issue. Comment MILK SUPPLY and I will send you my blog post where I go into some real tips.

Time for a re-introduction! Whether you’re new or you’ve been around for a while, I’m so happy to have you here
04/15/2026

Time for a re-introduction! Whether you’re new or you’ve been around for a while, I’m so happy to have you here

04/13/2026

Ok, here it goes:

1. Babies are supposed to wake up and feed through the night; it’s how they grow!
2. It’s normal for your baby to not want to sleep unless on you! They were carried for 9 months straight, it’s what they know.
3. Feedings and sleep are connected more than people want to admit.
4. Your baby is not a robot, they cannot be programmed to fit into a strict feeding and sleep schedule.
5. Your baby’s sleep isn’t the problem, it’s our society’s expectations on how they should be sleeping that’s the problem.

When I was a new mum I didn’t know any of these either. And after supporting 1000+ families with infant sleep and feeding issues, I could write a list 10x longer, so let me know if you’d like to hear more!

Is your baby constantly sounding congested, even when they aren't sick?Here are 3 common reasons your baby might seem co...
03/31/2026

Is your baby constantly sounding congested, even when they aren't sick?

Here are 3 common reasons your baby might seem congested all the time:

1️⃣ High Palate: A high or narrow palate can crowd the nasal passages, making it harder for air to flow smoothly. This can create that constant stuffy or snorting sound.

2️⃣ Compressed Sphenoid Bone: During birth, especially with fast deliveries or long pushing phases, the sphenoid bone (located behind the eyes and nose) can become compressed. This can disrupt the natural drainage pathways and cause congestion.

3️⃣ Tight Fascia or Cranial Tension: Babies experience incredible pressure during birth. If there’s tightness or misalignment in their cranial or facial structures, it can affect breathing, drainage, and even feeding.

✨ So how can you help your baby breathe easier?

Cranial Sacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on technique that works to release tension in the baby’s body. It can:

✔️ Support better nasal drainage
✔️ Improve breathing and reduce “snarfly” congestion
✔️ Help babies feel more comfortable and relaxed overall

If your baby sounds congested all the time, you don’t have to wait and wonder. There is gentle, effective support available.

You have probably heard of the cry it out method. Some families are told it is the only way to get better sleep. But man...
03/30/2026

You have probably heard of the cry it out method. Some families are told it is the only way to get better sleep. But many sleep professionals take a different approach, and here is why.

When babies are left to cry alone, their stress levels can rise. They are not learning to feel safe or settled. They are simply coping the only way they can.

Crying is communication. Babies are not trying to manipulate you. They are signaling that they need support, comfort, or connection.

Over time, consistently ignoring those signals can impact how secure a baby feels and how they connect with their caregivers.

The good news is that sleep does not have to involve tears or guesswork. Gentle, responsive strategies can help your baby rest better while still feeling safe and supported.

If you are exhausted and not sure what to try next, you are not alone. There is a way forward that feels good for both you and your baby.

If you want support, comment "sleep" and I will send you details about working together to create a plan that fits your family.

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