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Did you know that a recent survey revealed that two-thirds of new parents unknowingly place their baby in sleeping environments that aren't suitable? This eye-opening statistic comes from a survey of 1,000 new parents, conducted as part of the Lullaby Trust's annual Safe Sleep Week campaign in England. As a seasoned breastfeeding support coach and a advocate for the health and safety of your new baby I understand the challenges and concerns you face daily. Your baby's sleep safety is very important yet navigating through the sea of information can be overwhelming, especially for first-time moms . That's why I've created a Safe Sleep Guide designed specifically for overwhelmed new moms seeking trusted advice and peace of mind. My "Safe Sleep" guide answers your most pressing questions and concerns about creating a safe sleep environment for your baby. What you'll find in the Safe Sleep Guide: Expert insights into what makes a sleeping environment safe for your baby. Practical tips to avoid common pitfalls that new parents face. Empowering advice to support you on your journey to confident and successful parenthood. Opt-in now for my "Safe Sleep" Guide and together, we can ensure that our babies enjoy the safest sleep possible. 👉 D.M "Sleep" below in comments and I'll send it your way 👈 #SafeSleep #NewMoms #BreastfeedingSupport #ParentingTips #BabySafety

🌙 Transform Your Newborn's Night: Safe Sleep Myths Busted, Truths Revealed! As a seasoned breastfeeding support coach and advocate for newborn well-being, I've encountered countless myths surrounding safe sleep practices. It's easy for new moms to feel lost in a sea of outdated advice and unfounded fears, making the journey to peaceful nights seem daunting. However, the truth is, ensuring your newborn's safe sleep is more straightforward and accessible than you may believe. The key lies in separating fact from fiction. Why is debunking myths important? Misinformation can lead to unnecessary anxiety and preventable risk for you as a New Mom. By understanding the truths about safe sleep, parents can make informed decisions that protect and nurture their babies. What can you expect from my guide on Safe Sleep for Newborns? This guide is not just another set of instructions; it's designed to dispel common myths and illuminate the path to sound, safe sleep for your newborn. From tackling misconceptions to presenting clear, actionable strategies, the guide covers everything you need to transition from restless nights to restful sleep. * Are you ready to challenge the myths and embrace the truths about newborn safe sleep? * Do you wish to empower yourself with knowledge and confidence, ensuring your baby's nights are as safe as they are serene? If "Yes," then I invite you to "Find out how to ensure your baby's safe sleep below".⬇ Let's navigate this journey together, transforming fear into knowledge and nights into safe sleep for your baby. #SafeSleep #NewbornCare #EmpowerNewMoms #HealthySleep

Are you looking for the Safe Sleep 7? LLLI has published this revised Safe Sleep 7 infographic in multiple languages for downloading. https://lnkd.in/eBRssGcP It is based on information in LLLI's essential sleep guide, Sweet Sleep – Nighttime and Naptime Strategies for the Breastfeeding Family (available here: https://lnkd.in/eQQwFcjm) #SaferSleepWeek

Ensuring our little ones are at the right temperature at night is more than just about comfort; it's essential for their well-being and peaceful sleep. 💗 Hi, I’m Trish, @labor.nurse.mama, and not only am I a labor and delivery nurse, but I’m also a mom to 7 kids. Be sure to follow me for tips and resources about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. 💗⁠. A baby that's too cold may have disrupted sleep and be more prone to frequent wake-ups. More than just a restless night, being too cold can affect their overall health. By making sure your baby is at the right temperature, you're paving the way for a better sleep routine and a happier baby. Here’s how to tell if your baby is too cold: → Their skin looks blotchy or pale. → Their arms, legs, or cheeks feel cool to touch. → An uncharacteristic fussiness or regular waking. Remember, cold hands don't always indicate a cold baby. It's the torso and neck you want to check. If you've sensed that your baby is a tad chilly, here's what you can do: 1️⃣ Layer Up: Footed pajamas, especially those made from warmer fabrics like fleece, are wonderful. Over that, a wearable blanket or sleep sack can provide added warmth without the risks associated with loose bedding. 2️⃣ Room Temperature Check: Ensure the nursery is around 68 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit. This range usually ensures a cozy environment for your little one. 3️⃣ Remember, always avoid hats during sleep. They can interfere with how babies regulate their temperature. Trust your instincts, and always prioritize what feels right for your unique little one. Every baby is different, and you know yours best. If you've found these tips helpful or have your own warmth wisdom to share, drop a comment below!

Ensuring our little ones are at the right temperature at night is more than just about comfort; it's essential for their well-being and peaceful sleep. 💗 Hi, I’m Trish, @labor.nurse.mama, and not only am I a labor and delivery nurse, but I’m also a mom to 7 kids. Be sure to follow me for tips and resources about pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. 💗⁠. A baby that's too cold may have disrupted sleep and be more prone to frequent wake-ups. More than just a restless night, being too cold can affect their overall health. By making sure your baby is at the right temperature, you're paving the way for a better sleep routine and a happier baby. Here’s how to tell if your baby is too cold: → Their skin looks blotchy or pale. → Their arms, legs, or cheeks feel cool to touch. → An uncharacteristic fussiness or regular waking. Remember, cold hands don't always indicate a cold baby. It's the torso and neck you want to check. If you've sensed that your baby is a tad chilly, here's what you can do: 1️⃣ Layer Up: Footed pajamas, especially those made from warmer fabrics like fleece, are wonderful. Over that, a wearable blanket or sleep sack can provide added warmth without the risks associated with loose bedding. 2️⃣ Room Temperature Check: Ensure the nursery is around 68 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit. This range usually ensures a cozy environment for your little one. 3️⃣ Remember, always avoid hats during sleep. They can interfere with how babies regulate their temperature. Trust your instincts, and always prioritize what feels right for your unique little one. Every baby is different, and you know yours best. If you've found these tips helpful or have your own warmth wisdom to share, drop a comment below!

Know any sleep deprived families of newborns? Do you remember being sleep deprived? Ha! Oh my, what I would give to know what I know now back when the Kaufman kiddos were having parties in their cribs in the middle of the night... It has been one year since Shine Lactation + Postpartum Support was "born". Very quickly I learned that my lactation families were exhausted and begging me for help with sleep. I knew enough about sleep in correlation with newborn feeding patterns, but as family after family asked for help, I decided it was time to gain a better understanding and became trained as a Newborn Sleep Specialist. As a lactation consultant, my number one priority is making sure families meet their breastfeeding goals. Adding in newborn sleep support has been a game changer in helping to lay a foundation of sleep for newborns. (and help families get some extra hours too!) If you are interested or know someone who may be interested, I have written a blog post with more details and a feature of sweet baby Eloise. Lactation Consulting and Newborn Sleep Support go hand in hand and are a beautiful partnership to help families navigate the early newborn days, weeks, and months. Lactation has been the driver of my business, but I am now ready to add Newborn Sleep Support for the families I serve. https://lnkd.in/g7FPMfef

Recently my assistant forwarded me an email asking: “I’m doing some research on “high needs babies”. I was wondering if you have or can recommend any literature or studies on it, regarding how to improve their sleep. My response: 👇🏽 “High Needs Baby” is a very general term and because children get categorized in such a general way, often the root of a child’s high need is often overlooked, very similar to sleep. In order to improve a “high needs baby sleep”, first you have to understand the source/root of the high needs. What is the challenge and what is it mostly related to? There are so many reasons, a child can be high needs. It can relate to pregnancy experience, birth experience, inherited psychological patterns, could be due to a developmental issue, parents mood and behavior and the list goes on with so many more reasons. Each child is unique and each case is different although you will find general terms and labels. In each situation, it must be evaluated thoroughly and then once you understand what is happening more clearly and where the behavior is rooted from, it becomes much clearer how to address sleep challenges which may include a variety of solutions involving sleep hygiene, addressing trauma, parents behavior and much more. My video goes into a lot more. Interested Becoming a Certified Adult or Child Sleep Coach, Baby Planner, Pre-Postnatal Nutrition Coach, Eco-Consultant, Breastfeeding Educator or advance your coaching skills? Learn More By Visiting https://lnkd.in/gmkii9VR ❤️ #highneeds #highneedsbabies #childsleep #newparents #parenting #parentingstruggles #holisticsleep

Understanding Your Newborn's Sleep 🌙 Welcome to motherhood! It's beautiful but can also make you really tired, especially at night. If it feels like you’re not getting any sleep because your baby is always awake, you're not alone. The first few weeks can be tough with all the feeding, changing diapers, and continuous feedings. Here's something important to know: Babies don’t have a sleep schedule like we do. Babies don't start to have a regular sleep pattern until they're about 12 weeks old, and it takes until they're around 6 to 8 months old to fully develop. So, if your baby is awake when you want to sleep, it's totally normal. During these early months, it’s okay to do whatever helps both of you sleep better. If your baby falls asleep while eating, that’s great. Needs to nurse really often? That's great too and expected. You're not making any mistakes; you're doing what your baby needs in the first few months. Being a new mom is a big job and it's normal to feel super tired. Your body has been getting ready for this during your pregnancy. Remember, this hard part doesn’t last forever. Soon, your baby will sleep more at night and have regular naps. To help keep your baby safe and sound while sleeping, I’ve put together some tips in my "Safe Sleep" guide. Check it out below and comment, sleep. My free guide is full of advice to make sure your baby’s sleeping spot is super safe and comfy. 💕 #newbeginnings #breastfeeding #safesleep

Sleep! 😮💨🤰Gah!! I had BAD pregnancy insomnia with my second one, it SUCKED. ⁠⁣⁣⁠ ⁠⁣⁣⁠ Getting more sleep/good quality sleep when you’re pregnant is hard. Especially in that third trimester. Everything. Hurts.⁠⁣⁣⁠ ⁣⁣⁠ And I CAN’T BREATHE! 😮💨⁣⁣⁠ ⁠⁣⁣⁠ Here are some things you can do to help!⁠⁣⁣⁠ ⁠⁣⁣⁠ ❗ PILLOWS: Some moms like pregnancy pillows, others like using a BUNCH of smaller pillows - whatever works for you, lean into it!⁣⁠ ⁣⁠ 💰 UPGRADE YOUR HEAD PILLOW: And, while we’re on the subject of pillows - consider getting a SUPER high-quality pillow for your head. Your head needs support, and that can really help!⁠⁣⁣⁠ ⁠⁣⁣⁠ 💦 KEEP HYDRATED DURING THE DAY: Yeah! Water can help keep those leg cramps at bay - sometimes those tend to wake you up mid-night. Try to keep hydrated during the day, and limit excess water intake before bed! (You’ll still want to drink if you’re thirsty though!)⁠⁣⁣⁠ ⁠⁣⁣⁠ 🧘♀️ MEDITATION: This was honestly one of the biggest things that helped me. There are tons of apps you can download and do guided meditations before bed! @expectful even has one that is specifically designed for pregnant mamas!⁠⁣⁣⁠ ⁠⁣⁣⁠ 🛏️ BEDTIME ROUTINE, AND STICK TO IT: You know how we stress a bedtime routine for baby, because it gets them used to knowing “Oh yeah, it’s bedtime!” - well bedtime routines work for adults, too! If you do a bedtime routine, try doing it at around the same time each night, and avoid screens for an hour or more before you close your eyes!⁠⁣⁣⁠ ⁠⁣⁣⁠ 🙌 NAPS ON NAPS ON NAPS: If you just can't fix your nighttime sleep & have the ability to take a nap during the day - girl, get your nap fix in. It’s ok, don’t feel guilty! ⁣⁠ ⁠⁣⁣⁠ 😴 What else helped you? Share you experience in the comments section 👇 #iraiviaranthangi #iraivimwc #iraivimotherswellnesscare #childbirtheducation #childbirtheducator #lamazechildbirtheducation #tips #healthybaby #Sleepingtips #sleepduringpregnancy #sleep #pillow #support #exercise #hydrationduringpregnancy

In this video, I'll delve into the things you need to know about Sleep Disturbances in Pregnancy 😴 such as how they pose risks like gestational diabetes, high blood pressure, convulsions, premature birth, and prolonged labor. Various factors contribute to these disturbances, including hormonal changes, anxiety, acid reflux, increased bladder activity, snoring, sleep apnea, leg cramps, back pain, heightened baby movements, and the expanding belly. Apart from all this, stress and anxiety can also impact your ability to fall asleep. Sleep disturbances can affect the partner's sleep quality and overall well-being, potentially leading to relationship strain or fatigue-related issues.💤✅ Untreated sleep disturbances during pregnancy can have long-term effects on maternal health and may increase the risk of chronic sleep problems even after childbirth. Don't forget to follow me for more such videos. #sleepdisturbances ##sleepdisorders #sleepdisorder #sleep #sleepapnea #sleepbetter #insomnia #bettersleep #sleephealth #narcolepsy #sleepapneaawareness #snoring #health #insomniaproblems #sleepproblems #healthysleep #sleeptherapy #mentalhealth #anxiety #apnea #best #sleeping #healthy #stress #drrajeevagarwal #renewhealthcare