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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/

04/16/2026

That shift you’re feeling in perimenopause?
It’s not in your head—and it’s not something you can out-cardio.
As estrogen declines, your body naturally starts to lose muscle mass, strength, and metabolic efficiency.
And without intervention, it accelerates.
This is where strength training matters.
Not for aesthetics—but for your long-term health.

When you build muscle, you’re supporting your body in ways most women aren’t told about:
• Maintaining lean muscle mass as it naturally declines with age
• Supporting metabolism and reducing fat gain
• Improving bone density and reducing fracture risk
• Protecting against sarcopenia (muscle loss)
• Improving strength, function, and overall quality of life

Strength training is one of the most effective ways to counter the changes happening during perimenopause.

In fact, research shows it can increase muscle mass, improve strength, and reduce fat mass when done consistently.

This isn’t about doing more.
It’s about doing the right work for the phase your body is in.

If your workouts haven’t changed… but your body has—this is your sign to adjust the strategy.

Tracee Young is a Family Nurse Practitioner, educator, and Veteran based in Syracuse, NY, with over 30 years of experience in Labor & Delivery, NICU, Family Medicine, and Women’s Health.

She provides personalized, evidence-based care for women and families—specializing in perimenopause, menopause, and reproductive health—with a focus on listening, education, and care that meets you where you are.

Through in-home and virtual services, Tracee supports her clients with thoughtful, unrushed care designed to help them feel informed, confident, and supported at every stage.

If you’d like support navigating perimenopause with a personalized, evidence-based plan, you can book with Tracee here: https://tracee-young.themamacoach.com/booknow/

If you need support from anywhere else in the world, we can connect you with a nurse in your community https://themamacoach.com/find-a-mama-coach/.

04/15/2026

What I assess to build a strong sleep foundation for every baby I support:

Hi! I’m Amanda—a mom of two, Registered Nurse, Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and Pediatric Sleep Consultant. I help families create sleep and feeding routines that align with their values and real life.

My goal as an inclusive sleep consultant is to help you find what works best for your family. We always start with a thorough assessment—understanding your challenges, your goals, and what matters most to you.

From there, I guide you through evidence-based options so you can make informed decisions and build a plan that feels right for your parenting style.

Before making any changes to sleep, I always assess the foundations:

FEEDING FOUNDATIONS
• Baby/toddler health and growth
• Daytime feeding patterns and routines
• Signs of effective feeding
• Any underlying health or nutrition concerns

SLEEP SPACE FOUNDATIONS
• Where your baby is sleeping—and where you want them to sleep
• Whether the space suits their age and temperament
• What works for your family as a whole
• Optimizing the environment to support sleep and melatonin

SCHEDULING FOUNDATIONS
• Daytime and nighttime timing
• Sleep pressure—too little or too much
• Nap timing and patterns
• What’s working (and what’s not) in your current rhythm

From there, I support you step-by-step as you implement changes—so you’re not left guessing what to do next.

I’m here to be your biggest cheerleader along the way—offering guidance, encouragement, and support as you move toward your sleep goals.

If you’d like support, you can book a consult through my website:
https://amandaarchibald.themamacoach.com/booknow/

I also share blog content and free resources to help guide you.

Amanda Archibald is a Registered Nurse, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and Pediatric Sleep Consultant based in Vancouver, BC. She supports families with evidence-based, personalized care that integrates feeding, sleep, and development—so parents can feel confident, supported, and less alone in the process.

If you need support from anywhere else in the world, we can connect you with a nurse in your community https://themamacoach.com/find-a-mama-coach/.

04/15/2026

I’m Lexi 👋

I’m a pediatric and postpartum Registered Nurse—and I’ve been supporting families since 2011.

I’m also a mom of five (yes… five 😅 and yes, I’m done).

I’m currently working toward my IBCLC this fall to expand the level of lactation support I offer. In the meantime, I’m a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist with years of hands-on experience guiding families through feeding, newborn care, and those early, overwhelming weeks.

I probably ate several pounds of Cadbury Mini Eggs this Easter season—and I regret nothing.

I truly love this work. Supporting families as they welcome a new baby, navigate milestones, and figure out what actually works for their home—it’s the most meaningful part of what I do.

Lexi Luptak is a Registered Nurse (BSN) and Certified Breastfeeding Specialist serving families in Monroe County, NY and virtually across the U.S.

With over a decade of pediatric nursing experience—including work in a major pediatric teaching hospital—Lexi supports families through feeding, newborn care, and the early postpartum weeks with practical, evidence-informed guidance that actually works in real life.

After navigating the gaps in postpartum care firsthand as a mom of five, she’s passionate about making sure families feel supported, prepared, and never left to figure it out alone.

Don’t try to figure this out alone—book a session with Lexi here:
https://lexi-luptak.themamacoach.com/booknow/

04/14/2026

Not the method of baby-led weaning—but the actual progression from breastmilk/formula to solids.

⭐️ Around 6 months, you’ll start offering solids.
Watch for signs of readiness: sitting independently, good head control, interest in food, bringing objects to their mouth, and loss of the tongue thrust reflex.
At this stage, food is for practice—and an important source of iron.

⭐️ The method you choose matters less in the beginning.
Focus on responsive feeding, self-feeding, and gradually introducing more textures.

⭐️ By 9–12 months, we want to see solids really picking up.
This is when the shift from milk to food becomes more noticeable, and the transition to cow’s milk may begin.

This progression is gradual, baby-led, and happens at your baby’s own pace!
If you want to feel confident about what to offer, when to offer it, and how to move through each stage—this is for you.

Starting Solids Class — April 28
Save your spot here:
👉 https://sarah-clarke.themamacoach.com/classes/

Sarah Clarke, RN, IBCLC, & Tia Heinrichs, RN, CBS, are Mama Coaches based in Medicine Hat, supporting families with feeding, infant nutrition, and the transition to solids with practical, evidence-based guidance.

If you’d like to work with them 1:1 (in person or virtually), you can book here:
👉 https://sarah-clarke.themamacoach.com/booknow/ OR https://tia-heinrichs.themamacoach.com/booknow/

If you need support from anywhere else in the world, we can connect you with a nurse in your community 👉https://themamacoach.com/find-a-mama-coach/

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04/14/2026

Ever feel like you’ve been playing catch-up with your own body your entire life?

From getting my first period and passing out in the middle of class…
To being put on birth control at 14 without real informed consent or education…
To being completely humbled by pregnancy and birth…
To becoming a lost, anxious, exhausted postpartum mom…
And then being taken down by my first natural cycle in 14 years.

I’m so tired of feeling like I should have known what was coming… when no one ever actually taught me.

Because how are you supposed to prepare for something you don’t even know is coming?

When you’re constantly told it’s all just a “normal” part of being a woman?

This is where women’s health education is failing us.

And yes—could I have asked more questions? Maybe.
But we deserve better than figuring it out the hard way.

So here’s what I do know now:
I’m not going to be surprised by my own body anymore.

And I’m going to do everything I can to help other women feel more prepared, more informed, and more in control of what’s happening in theirs.

Courteney Dennett is a Registered Nurse based in the Edmonton area, supporting women through hormone health, postpartum recovery, and the transitions that no one really prepares you for.

Her approach blends real clinical experience with honest, practical guidance—so you’re not left guessing when something feels off.

If you’d like support understanding your hormones and finally feeling more in control of your body, you can book a session with Courteney (in person or virtually) here:
👉 https://courteney-dennett.themamacoach.com/booknow/

If you need support from anywhere else in the world, we can connect you with a nurse in your community 👉https://themamacoach.com/find-a-mama-coach/

04/13/2026

Most parents don’t prepare for breastfeeding… until it’s already hard.
And trying to figure it out at 3am?
That’s not a plan.
Whether it’s one couple or a full room, I make sure every family leaves with clarity, confidence, and a plan they can actually use.

Because when your baby arrives, you shouldn’t be guessing—you should feel ready.

If you want to feel confident before your baby arrives—not scrambling after—this is for you:

April 18 — Breastfeeding Workshop.
Spots are limited.
Register here:
https://joanne-yu.themamacoach.com/classes/

Joanne Yu is a Registered Nurse based in Ontario, supporting families with real-life, evidence-informed guidance that actually works at 3am—not just in theory.

If you’d like to work with her 1:1 (in person or virtually), you can book here:
https://joanne-yu.themamacoach.com/booknow/

If you need support from anywhere else in the world, we can connect you with a nurse in your community 👉https://themamacoach.com/find-a-mama-coach/

04/13/2026

One of the most common things I see is a baby who’s overtired—but everyone assumes they’re just “not sleepy yet.”

Here’s the thing:

⏰ Babies don’t always yawn or rub their eyes when they’re tired

⏰ Once they exceed their wake window, cortisol (a stress hormone) rises—making it harder to fall asleep

⏰ If you’re working overtime to keep them entertained… that’s often your cue that sleep is overdue

And sometimes? Their eyebrows turn red when they’re getting sleepy — wild but true!

When overtiredness sets in:
💤 Feeding to sleep gets tricky
💤 Short naps become the norm
💤 Parent burnout creeps in fast

Bedtime becomes your most powerful tool for better sleep.
If you’re ready for a plan that works with your baby—not against them—you can book a session here:
👉 https://saja-kadhim.themamacoach.com/booknow/

Saja Kadhim is a Registered Nurse & Certified Breastfeeding Specialist based in London, Ontario, supporting families with feeding and sleep strategies that are realistic, responsive, and tailored to each baby.

If you need support from anywhere else in the world, we can connect you with a nurse in your community https://themamacoach.com/find-a-mama-coach/

04/12/2026

I often see babies who are undertired and caught in nap battles because their awake time no longer matches their sleep needs.

The tricky part? Over and undertired babies can look very similar — crying, short naps, resisting sleep — but they need completely different solutions.

This is why generic schedules don’t always work, and why I start every consult with a full assessment of your babies sleep to build a plan that’s actually tailored to them.

If you’re unsure what’s actually going on, you don’t have to figure it out alone—book a session in person or virtually here 👉 https://kira-paynter.themamacoach.com/booknow/

Kira Paynter is a Registered Nurse based in Calgary, Alberta, specializing in individualized, evidence-based infant sleep support that helps families move past guesswork and feel confident in their decisions.

If you need support from anywhere else in the world, we can connect you with a nurse in your community 👉https://themamacoach.com/find-a-mama-coach/

04/12/2026

Staying consistent with pumping when you’re exhausted and barely eating… it’s a lot.
And most moms don’t struggle because they’re doing something wrong -
they struggle because what they’re trying to follow isn’t realistic.

You don’t need a complicated pumping schedule. You don’t need to be attached to your pump all day.

You need something that actually fits into your life right now.

Here’s what I recommend to almost every mom I work with:

✨ Start with ONE consistent pump session a day
→ 30–40 minutes after your first morning feed
→ 15–20 minutes
→ Both breasts, double electric pump

That’s it.

That one session becomes:
✔️ your stored milk
✔️ your starting point for going back to work
✔️ your way to build supply without burning out

And let’s clear something up real quick:

You do NOT need a massive freezer stash.

You need enough for your first day or two… because once you’re at work, what you pump = what baby gets the next day.

It becomes a rhythm, not a stockpile.

If pumping has been feeling overwhelming, this is your reset.

Simple. Repeatable. Doable.

If you’re heading back to work and want the full plan mapped out for you—
Click here to get my step-by-step plan.
https://kailey-warburton.themamacoach.com/product/back-to-work-with-confidence/

I walk you through:
- How to build your stash (without overdoing it)
- How to manage bottles and milk & daycare
- How to pump at work
- What to say to your employer before you go back
- How you can actually feel ready when the time comes 🤍

You’ve got this, mama 🤍

Kailey Warburton is a Registered Nurse, MSN, IBCLC based in Twin Falls, Idaho. If you would like to book a session with her in person or virtually, click https://kailey-warburton.themamacoach.com/booknow/

If you need support from anywhere else in the world, we can connect you with a nurse in your community https://themamacoach.com/find-a-mama-coach/.

04/11/2026

Appointments, protocols, medications…
You’re told what to do.

But not always how to process it, prepare for what’s next, or navigate the in-between moments.

That’s where I come in.

As a Registered Nurse, I support you through the real-life side of fertility treatment:
• Understanding your cycle, medications, and what to expect at each step
• Preparing your body and mind for transfer and early pregnancy
• Navigating the emotional ups and downs that come with the process
• Knowing what’s normal, what to watch for, and when to reach out

Because this isn’t only a medical journey—it’s a personal one.

You don’t have to go through it feeling unsure or alone.

If you’re going through IUI or IVF and want steady, personalized support through the process, you can book a session with Kalli in person or virtually here 👉 https://kallirose-kelley.themamacoach.com/booknow/

Kalli Rose Kelley is a Registered Nurse (BSN) based in Long Island, New York, specializing in fertility support, including IUI and IVF journeys. She provides evidence-based guidance to help you understand your treatment plan, feel prepared for each step, and navigate the emotional and physical aspects of trying to conceive.

Need support elsewhere? We can connect you with a nurse in your community 👉https://themamacoach.com/find-a-mama-coach/

04/10/2026

Trust your provider. But understand your body.

In fact — that’s exactly how you advocate well.

Trust isn’t blind agreement. It’s collaboration.
And collaboration works best when you understand your options, the language being used, and what each decision means for you and your baby.

When you understand:
• What’s physiologically happening in labor
• What interventions do (and why they’re offered)
• How feeding gets established in the first hours
• How birth impacts newborn sleep and regulation

You don’t feel rushed.
You don’t feel confused.
You don’t feel like things are happening to you.

You feel calm. Grounded. Clear.

That’s what my prenatal sessions are designed to do.

We cover birth education, prenatal feeding prep, realistic newborn sleep, postpartum recovery, and how it all connects — so you walk into delivery confident and into postpartum already supported.

And the best part?
When baby comes home, you already have me. No scrambling. No searching for help at 2am.

If you’re pregnant and want personalized preparation (not a generic birth class), book your prenatal session in person or virtually here 👉 https://chelsea-mcmann.themamacoach.com/booknow/

And if this resonates, follow me for evidence-based support through pregnancy, feeding, sleep, and postpartum.

Chelsea McMann is a Registered Nurse and Certified Lactation Counselor based in Sacramento, California, specializing in prenatal education, feeding support, and early postpartum care. She helps families feel prepared, confident, and supported from pregnancy through the early weeks at home.

Need support elsewhere? We can connect you with a nurse in your community 👉https://themamacoach.com/find-a-mama-coach/

04/08/2026

When I was starting to go through perimenopause there was a dearth of information. Half heard conversations and passing mentions. Even as a health professional, it was hard to find reliable sources.

Now it’s a trending topic, a buzzword, and there’s an avalanche of information—online and off. But it’s not always clear who you can trust.

Let me help you sort through the noise and understand what’s actually relevant to you.
If you want to learn more about menopause myths and facts, start here 👉 https://ann-mcmahon.themamacoach.com/perimenopause-menopause/

Ann McMahon is a Registered General Nurse, menopause educator, and women's health specialist based in Ireland, offering evidence-based support tailored to your stage and symptoms. To book a session with her in person or virtually, visit 👉https://ann-mcmahon.themamacoach.com/booknow/

If you need support from anywhere else in the world, we can connect you with a nurse in your community 👉https://themamacoach.com/find-a-mama-coach/

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