The Mama Coach - Amanda Pare

12/03/2024

Any left over diapers you don’t need anymore, donate them to those that do!

Bring in those leftover diapers, and we will donate them to those in need!

Stop by and drop them off, and we will give you Babybucks!

05/31/2024

Go check out Babymoon Boutique this weekend for their Grand Opening! Face painting, cupcakes and infant massage! Also some great prizes and deals in store!

The big day is coming!!! June 1st 10am to 5pm!!😍😍😍

Check out the sales we will be having!

The first 10 people get swag bags and 20% off

The rest of the day is 10% off maternity, 15% off kids items, and the main wall of preemie-24mo sized sleepers, shirts, pants and onsies are buy 10 for $25!! It's such a great deal!!

Don't forget every visit in the shop now until June 1 gets an entry into the raffle, no purchase necessary. Then, for more entries, every $40 spent gets another entry!

We are so excited for this event!

Tag a mama who needs to see this!

04/10/2024

Do you have a Newborn baby who doesn’t let you sleep?😴

Let’s talk about normal newborn sleep and what to expect:

Newborns sleep a lot in the first few weeks of life, 16-18 hours on average per day, they have frequent wakings and rarely sleep longer than 3 hour stretches.
🌞Many newborns get their days and nights confused making things more complicated.🌛

Understanding the Science behind newborn sleep can help you initiate healthy sleep habits right from the start.

During pregnancy, the fetus will follow moms physiological cues about day and night, as well as following her internal clock. Maternal melatonin , our sleep hormone, crosses the placenta and may directly affect the fetus’ internal clock. When the infant is born, they lose that hormonal connection to mom and are now responsible for their circadian rhythm: which takes time to develop!
Infants can take 12-16 weeks to develop day and night circadian rhythms.

❇️This means that most infants before 12 weeks will likely sleep without a detectable pattern. It is very normal for a newborn to sleep anywhere from 20 minutes up to 3 to 4 hours at a time.

Strategies to help your little on develop their circadian rhythm:

✳️ Frequently feed your little one throughout the day, instead of feeding every 3 to 4 hours, you can try feeding every 2 hours throughout the day. Having more wakeful periods during the day can bring more consolidated sleep at night.
✳️ Help your infant establish their rhythm by making them a part of your daytime routines; interactions, visits and spending time outdoors going for a walk in the sunshine.
✳️ Open those blinds in the morning and let that natural light shine in, as this helps signal to your little one’s brain that it is daytime.
✳️ In the evening around 8 pm each night, decrease the stimulation in your house by closing the blinds, dining the lights and decreasing activity levels. In the night when your little one wakes to feed, keep feeding with minimal interactions and use a dim light (red, orange or yellow tone). This can help your little one learn that nighttime is for sleeping versus playing.

03/26/2024

Happy Tuesday 🌟
I love this quote, it is so true!

Comment below using a ❤️ for how many little ones you have!

Parenting | Motherhood | Childhood | Quotes

02/23/2024

A New and exciting boutique in Lloydminster for Mom’s and Babies. Check out her page and give it a follow. New and Used baby clothing and accessories and so much more!

Welcome to Babymoon Boutique! This is a welcoming, safe space where moms help moms. Let us be there for you at each stage from pregnancy, the newborn phase, and up until they are little kiddos!

We will purchase your gently used clothes for $ or get instore credit for their next size up!

We will also carry new baby and kids clothes and accessories as well!

Such a great variety to choose from!✨️

We look forward to joining the Lloydminster community 😊 opening soon!

02/08/2024

🌟 New Mama Alert 👶🏻 As your Mama Coach, here are my top 5 tips to help you navigate the exciting journey of motherhood with ease:

1️⃣ Rest, Mama, Rest: Don’t underestimate the power of rest and recovery, especially during those early days. Listen to your body and prioritize self-care to recharge and replenish your energy reserves.

2️⃣ Feed & Bond: Whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle-feeding, use feeding time as an opportunity to bond with your baby. Focus on creating a calm and nurturing environment to foster a strong connection right from the start.

3️⃣ Seek Support: You don’t have to do it all alone, Mama! Reach out to your support network for assistance, whether it’s your partner, family members, or a trusted friend. Accepting help isn’t a sign of weakness – it’s a sign of strength.

4️⃣ Trust Your Instincts: You’re the expert when it comes to your baby. Trust your instincts and intuition – they’re powerful tools that will guide you through the ups and downs of motherhood.

5️⃣ Practice Self-Compassion: Cut yourself some slack, Mama. You’re doing an amazing job, even on the toughest days. Be kind to yourself, celebrate your victories, and remember that it’s okay to ask for help when you need it.

You’ve got this!

New mom | Support | Baby | Tips | Motherhood

01/04/2024

Join us for a captivating and uplifting talk featuring Dr. Jody Carrington, the renowned psychologist, best-selling author, and masterful public speaker, alongside Tyler Smith, a survivor of the 2017-2018 Humboldt Broncos hockey team bus crash and mental health advocate. Prepare to be inspired as th...

01/04/2024

Registration is now open until January 31, for the FREE 2024 Move Your Mood Family Challenge. Join the challenge to connect, get active and learn healthy lifestyle practices as a family. Any families across Central Alberta are welcome to join as the activities can be completed at home or in your local community. There is one optional activity in Red Deer during the month of February. Visit https://buff.ly/47nJPCq to register today.

01/03/2024

✨✨Want to build an ample milk supply postpartum ✨✨👇🏻

Breastfeeding can feel overwhelming or stressful when you are trying to learn all the things about your new little baby. There can be so many challenges when you are starting out your feeding journey. Some babies just aren’t ready to breastfeed right away or they have trouble latching or sucking.

Here are some of my top tips to help make this easier:

🦋 Try to initiate the first feed within the first hour of birth. Keep baby skin to skin and resist the urge to weigh and measure or pass babe around

✨When babe starts to cue to feed (roots, tongue thrusts) latch babe and let them feed as long as they want.✨

🦋 If babe doesn’t cue to feed, if you have been separated or if they are premature and not ready for feeding.

✨Hand express for 10 minutes, pump for 20 minutes and hand express for 5 minutes.✨

🦋 Feed baby on demand, at a minimum of 8-12 times in 24 hours. If breastfeeding is a struggle we recommend hand expression, pumping and hand expressing again. Give baby the milk via syringe, cup or bottle. This doesn’t mean your baby won’t learn to breastfeed. Your baby will learn the more you practice, ensuring an ample milk supply will help during this process

🦋 Pacifiers are a great tool for newborns, but introducing them too early can interfere with your supply building efforts. Your baby is wired to nurse frequently, increased demand means increased supply. Giving a pacifier could potentially miss feeding cues, which can lead to a decrease in supply.

If you are struggling to get your little one to breastfeed, or you are unsure about breastfeeding, book your free consult today to learn more about what I offer at The Mama Coach.

✨✨Website link in BIO to book your FREE 15 minute consult today✨✨

Prenatal | Breastfeeding | Bottlefeeding | Lactation| Newborn |

12/24/2023

Merry Christmas 🎄

I hope you all have a great holiday spent with Family and Friends to make memories and share laughter ❤️

I will be showing up more in 2024 with great content and so much support for all you mamas with little ones! I wish you all health and happiness in the new year!

Thank you for always having the most beautiful set up with Santa! It is one of our favourite traditions 🎄