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I lead a global team of RNs & NPs committed to caring for women and families. My name is Carrie and I founded The Mama Coach in 2015. Why wouldn't he sleep?
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If you are looking for evidence-informed support with women’s health, pregnancy, newborns, sleep, parenting, and/or potty training please reach out ➡️ We can't wait to help! I have personally been working with moms and babies as a Registered Nurse since 2005 during my time in labour, delivery, and postpartum as well as in private practice. After having my first son in 2008, I was privy to all of the challenges that coincide with parenthood. I never expected to have a baby with multiple allergies, colic, and major sleep issues. It took time to gain the skills and confidence to effectively manage my role as a new parent. After getting his allergies under control, the next big challenge was sleep. After months and months of sleepless nights, I found a solution that finally brought rest to my boy. It was life-changing for the whole family! I realized I wasn't the only mom struggling with children and sleep issues and wanted to share my perspectives as a health professional with other families. Your baby is unique as is your parenting style. Our global team of Registered Nurses, Lactation Consultants, and Nurse Practitioners will acknowledge your specific goals and help find solutions for your family. We are committed to providing evidence-informed education, without judgment to help make parenthood easier. Please reach out to the Mama Coach nearest you if you are struggling - we can help! https://themamacoach.com/coaches-landing-page/

Are you an RN or NP looking to join our team? Find out more here: https://themamacoach.com/become-a-mama-coach/

01/13/2026

This is the answer⬇️

Evenings are so hard with babes. I have been there and I see you!

Newborns do not have melatonin (till around 3-4 months), and they do not look sleepy in the evening like an older baby.

They are wired to be close and to want to cluster feed… if you try to put them down too early you will spend a lot of time picking up your babe and putting them down again… only to try again.

Hold and cluster feed. Babe will doze and feed and doze and feed- Normal.

Then try bed around 11- and you will get a way longer first stretch and they will go down easier❤️❤️

Questions? Ask away!

01/12/2026

How to know when to increase flow on your baby’s bottle

If you’re a bottle feeding parent stop scrolling 🛑

I talk alot about bottle feeding technique but something else that’s equally important is flow.

The flow of the bottle can make a huge impact on how baby eats. If baby is showing any of the signs I mention in this video it may be time to adjust the flow.

And if your little one is happy, gaining weight, and has enough wet and dirty diapers there’s no need to increase flow speed as they age- eapecially if you’re combo feeding!

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01/11/2026

This is for feeding and pacifiers!

Placing anything on the tongue of a baby under 6 months will lead to them spitting it out.

Think of it thjs way- nursing, bottle or pacifier pointing to the roof of the mouth not on the tongue.

The tongues job is to cup around the ni**le. That is what causes the baby to not gag!

Questions? Let's talk about it!

01/10/2026

Gripe water… does it help?

The research says no… and this mama and nurse says no not really.

Your babe doesn't need anything but milk in those first 6 months and if you are trying all the drops… I get it.

But things won't improve until we get to the root of the problem.

It's usually feeding related and a feeding assessment is what you need.

Questions? Let's talk about it❤️❤️

01/09/2026

How to manage engorgement at night⬇️

Your body is incredible- it can ebb and flow in terms of milk supply and how your baby sleeps.

Many mamas feel nervous when their baby starts sleeping longer stretches that it will impact their milk supply.

This can be true if you have a history of low milk supply. If this is you we want to make sure we have the underlying resolved so that you don’t run into issues.

If you have no history of feeding issues what you will do when you wake up uncomfortable is hand express only to comfort- this allows your body to adjust.

And if it is short lived and babe starts waking again, don’t panic, your body will accommodate for that and make more again.

Questions? Ask away❤️❤️

01/08/2026

Here’s why timed feeds cause more wake ups..

Timed feeds are so common when you are working on sleep with your baby. Feed them every “x” hours- they are often a part of a schedule.

I think letting your baby lead- offer milk frequently throughout the day and let them decide if they want it. Big sucks and swallows is an effective feed. If they are distracted or are flutter sucking, honour that and end the feed.

When we time feeds, babes don’t take as many calories in the day and then they need them at night.

The more we feed babes in the day, the better they will sleep at night.

Questions? Ask away❤️❤️

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01/07/2026

Is your little one uncomfortable trying to 💩?!

You're not alone! About 22% of newborns may experience these tummy troubles and it can be distressing watching a little one who appears so uncomfortable.

While this usually corrects itself- you may need to help your baby for the first little bit by gently positioning them in a way which helps them pass the stool.

And of course if you have any questions or concerns about your little one's bowel habits always reach out to your provider for their opinion!

The other thing is… this can get mixed up with active sleep. Babes spend so much time here and it looks very similar. If you only notice this at night or in the early morning hours… I would wonder if it is active sleep. Lets talk about it in the comments.

01/05/2026

This is why this happens⬇️

Is baby refusing the breast suddenly?

It can be a tough cycle- cues are so challenging sometimes for babes and some babes are very sensitive.

If we worry about timed feeds and offer and baby doesn’t want it… we then get stressed and keep offering… which can lead to crying and a negative association which can lead to aversion.

Instead… offer and then honour if babe doesn’t want it. Then try to put them to sleep if they are fussy and offer when they wake… it will go so much better.

Questions? Ask away!

Here are 3 ways you can overcome a nursing strike!

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01/03/2026

Timing matters!

This isn’t imperative but it certainly helps!

If you plan to pump (and you don’t have to!), getting started in those first 12 weeks helps your body adjust to the pump and you may find you can yield more milk long term!

Questions about pumping? Ask away❤️

01/01/2026

This makes a huge difference⬇️

Pace feeding or responsive feeding gives your baby control. You can start right from the newborn stage.

➡️they will take less air
➡️they will take what they want (they decide how much milk to drink- not us)
➡️if you combo feed they will go back to the breast so much easier because the flow rate is closer.

Questions? Let’s talk about it!

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12/30/2025

And one bonus reason⬇️

If you’re having feeding issues or your baby has or had an oral restriction you may not want a snoo.

Reason being is that these babies often have a lot of tension in their bodies- they are tight. And the snoo is very restrictive, potentially making it harder. You are likely working hard on feeding and to help babe relax and the snoo potentially could be counter acting that.

Does that make sense? I am not here to say a product is “bad” or “good”- I think it works for some babes and some families. If that’s you, I am so happy for you❤️❤️

Questions? Let’s chat.

postpartum

12/29/2025

If your newborn has constipated p**ps⬇️

A newborn p**ps frequently. In the first six weeks you can expect multiple p**ps a day.

But… your babes p**ps can tell you a lot.

If they are hard, or pellet like that could be indicative that something is up:

➡️introducing formula can constipate your newborn. If this sounds like you we can do an assessment and help you find one that is easier on their tummy. Palm oil can cause constipation and is a source of fat in many formulas

➡️Cows milk protein allergy can cause stool changes- sometimes diarrhea but also constipation.

After six weeks some babes don’t p**p everyday- however, this can be a red flag if your babe is unsettled or Rashy, or has other symptoms!

Questions? Ask away❤️❤️

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