The Mama Coach - Sam Cross, LLC

06/06/2023

“You should never wake a sleeping baby!” Have you ever heard this?

Let’s talk about why sometimes you should wake a sleeping baby:

1. When you want to preserve bedtime with a baby between 3 &7 months old (taking 2-3 naps a day), we want to wake baby up before 5:30 to set her up well for nighttime sleep

2. When your baby has been napping for 2.5-3 hours, consider waking her up to ensure she gets enough daytime calories

3. When you have to move your baby from the sleep space- maybe you’ve got to go to an event or maybe you’re trying not to be the late friend anymore? Haha

Follow me for part 2 in how to wake your baby up naturally & gradually!

06/05/2023

What is your favorite parenting advice?

06/05/2023

What’s the best parenting advice you’ve heard?

06/02/2023

Do you want to have confidence in handling an emergency with your family but feel like you don’t have time?

I can help! Let’s fit a private CPR, Choking, & AED workshop into your busy/crazy schedule!

Visit my website to see all my availabi & if you are available then, DM me for additional scheduling because I don’t want scheduling to prevent you from knowing how to save your child💕

https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com

05/31/2023

Blind finger sweeping can actually further dislodge the object⚠️
Instead use the heimlich (for children and adults) or back slaps & chest thrusts (for infants).

Do you want to feel confident in the skills? Come to my CPR, Choking, & AED Workshop! Virtual Workshop is today at 4pm EST & In-person in Tallahassee is June 3rd.
Register here: https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com/classes/

05/29/2023

The knowledge, skill, and confidence that could make a world of difference to 1 person in need of your help.

What an amazing program The American Heart Association is putting on to train the next generation in life saving skills. Check out more info here: https://cpr.heart.org/en/resources/what-is-cpr

Register here for virtual or in-person CPR, Choking, and AED Workshop: https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com/classes/

05/27/2023

Thankful for the men and women who’ve sacrificed all, for a long weekend, and for my cutie that still looks cute when she’s looking the complete opposite direction of the camera🇺🇸😂

Hope you get to enjoy friends, family, and the outdoors this weekend!

05/24/2023

I love making motherhood more joyful for mamas! Education is so empowering, it builds confidence, which leads to happier mamas enjoying their babes!

How can I help you?
-Is sleeping through the night a struggle for your baby?
-Are short naps the norm?
-Is your baby starting solids soon? Do you have questions?
-Are you confident in your life-saving skills?

If you have questions about any of my services and want to talk before booking, here's the link in my bio for a free discovery call to see how I could help. I hope you are enjoying motherhood today

https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com/booknow/

05/24/2023

⚠️ No one wants to think of their child in an emergency situation ⚠️ But do you know how to save your child?

Some parents take this class prenatally, some parents take this class when the baby is about to start solids, and some parents have an older kids, wherever you’re at in parenting or grandparenting you are welcome here✨

Two options and dates: Virtual class and in person ! Register here: https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com/classes/

05/23/2023

Do you want knowledge, skill, and confidence in handing an emergency situation with your child? Learn it from a Registered Nurse!

Learn How to Perform Life Saving CPR and Choking techniques on and Infant, Child, and Adult, as well as effective AED use

Join me virtually on May 31st @ 4pm or In-Person on June 3rd @ 10am!
Class is open to expectant parents, current parents, grandparents, babysitters, or anyone else who does not require a formal certification. Link to register: https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com/classes/

Feel free to tag friends & share!!

05/18/2023

Do you know the difference between what it looks like for your child to be gagging or choking?

I know no one wants to think about an emergency situation with their child, but we need to be prepared. I'd love to help you know what to do and feel confident if you ever need to save your child.

Sign up for the CPR, Choking, and AED Workshop- https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com/classes/
*This class is for expecting parents, current parents, grandparents, caregivers, or anyone who does not require a certification.

05/18/2023

Last day to enter!!

A gift to you!

Head over to my instagram to enter the giveaway!

05/16/2023

I'm excited to share that I can now accept HSA (health savings account) & FSA (flexible spending account) payments!

Do you have a baby or toddler who sleep is inconsistent and challenging? I'd love to help! Sign up for a free discovery call before booking to see how I can help! Click here: https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com/booknow/

05/15/2023

Truly her favorite is to try to get to the toilet because it’s forbidden😂😂

I’m here in the little years with you mama! Here’s to the power of sharing giggles and education!

It was so hard when my baby was waking up three times a night- hard on our whole family. But understanding sleep science and how to work with her little body made the world of difference!

Sleeping through the night and better naps maybe more doable than you think! Let’s work together- with your parenting style in mind- to get your baby sleeping! I’d love to work with you to educate and support your family well, book 1 on 1 assessment and consultation! 📲

https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com/sleep/

05/10/2023

Hey mama! What a blessing of our current technology? I can serve you no matter where you are (my GA people, SC people, MO people, and all of your friends of friends!)

Tag a pregnant friend or friend with little ones so they can see all of these tips and evidence-based education!

The $35 target gift card giveaway is still open! Tag friends your friends👯‍♀️

05/10/2023

A gift to you!

Head over to my instagram to enter the giveaway!

05/10/2023

Let’s talk sleep regressions!
-Common regression ages: 4 months (can be a big regression because your baby is moving from the newborn sleep stages into adult sleep stages [1, 2, 3, REM sleep]), 6 months, 8 months, 12 months, 18 months

-Why: During a regression, your baby spends more time in REM sleep (light sleep) which is easier to wake from. Your baby is often learning a new skill and she’s excited about it which is why she’ll want to practice even at night whether it’s rolling, talking, or standing.

-What can you do: give her lots of time and opportunities to practice this new skill during the day & try to avoid introducing any habits you don’t want to keep in regards to sleep

Need help getting through it and helping your baby learn better sleep habits? Let’s talk- book a free discovery call- link in bio.

05/09/2023

05/07/2023

Do you feel confident on how to save your little one in an emergency?

I pray you never have to use this knowledge, but I want you to have it if you need it.

As a registered nurse, I know what a difference these lifesaving skills can make.

This workshop is great for expecting parents, parents of littles, grandparents, aunts, uncles, babysitters, really anyone who spends any amount of time around littles.

Check out my group workshop or book privately, https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com/classes/

05/05/2023

05/04/2023

Whether you are a type A parent or more go with the flow, I’d love to work with you on your baby’s sleep!

🩺As a Registered Nurse, I’ve been trained to assess and I know how important it is to reach your goal with your values, not changing your parenting style. Each baby and family is unique and I would love to educate and equip you to get your baby and family sleeping better!

Book a FREE discovery call to see if we would be a good fit!

https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com/booknow/

04/27/2023

As long as your baby is sleeping safely ( recommendations), IT DOESN’T MATTER as long as it works for your family!
•Breastfeeding & don’t want to wean night feedings? Have a healthy baby and want to drop night feeds?
•Like schedules vs go with the flow
•Okay with cry it out? don’t want your baby crying to sleep?

You know what’s works for your family, let me hear your goal and help you get there! Each baby & family is unique.
As an RN, I’m trained to assess, plan, & educate. Click here so I can hear your goals with baby sleep!

https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com/booknow/

04/26/2023

Sam Cross is a new Mama Coach, .sam.cross in town hosting a workshop after hours here next week!

Here is Sam's information about the upcoming workshop:
Motherhood is so challenging and so sweet. I would love to help your little one and you get better sleep!
As a Registered Nurse and a mama, my desire is to support families navigate early parenthood, through evidence based education, empathy, and support customized to your families needs and goals in baby sleep. I'm hosting a free sleep tips workshop on Monday May1st at Gentle Hands @ 5pm.
Babies are welcome!
Hope to see you there!

You can see more information from Sam and sign up on her website at https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com/classes/

*Registration, communications, and content of this workshop not affiliated with GentleHands- please contact this business directly with any inquiries*

04/26/2023

✨The Power of Photos & Sleep ✨

Your baby and your family getting good sleep can make such a difference in your day especially on a picture day!

For a few tips check out my guest blog on Coley K Photography’s beautiful website! https://coleykphotography.com/2023/04/21/the-power-of-sleep-and-photos/

Register for the FREE sleep tips workshop on May 1st here: https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com/classes/

04/24/2023

VIRTUAL EVENT, TOMORROW @ 5✨

Feel free to tag a mama who may want baby sleep tips!

Sign up here👇🏼
https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com/classes/

04/24/2023

✨THIS✨ is why I do what I do. Helping this mama get more sleep so she can enjoy her family more ✨

I’d love to chat about how I can help you get more sleep in a way that lines up with your parenting styles and goals! book a free discovery call, https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com/booknow/

04/20/2023

If you are a parent of a little one, you know how important sleep is because you've felt the repercussions of the lack of sleep. But have you ever realized how important it is for your baby to get enough sleep to promote healthy development?

I am so nerdy about sleep science!
📖🤓

As your Mama Coach, I believe in the importance of sleep science and practical application because one without the other doesn’t set your baby up well!

Want to learn and talk more about baby sleep? Come to my free sleep tips workshop (both virtual & in person)- link in bio!👆🏼

04/12/2023

Hey Mama! Need more sleep? 💤
I’d love to help! Come to my free sleep tips workshop.

Motherhood is so challenging and so sweet. As an RN & Mama, My desire is to support families navigate early parenthood, through evidence based education, empathy, and support customized to your families needs and goals on prenatal, newborn care feeding (breast, bottle, & solids) sleep, & CPR.

Insta: .sam.cross
💻: sam-cross.themamacoach.com

04/11/2023

There are a lot of baby sleep myths bounced around from well-meaning family members and the Internet. 💤

Let talk about a few common myths:
1. Cry it out method is the only way to teach your baby how to sleep independently— For some family this works well and for other families, this can make the parents feel like crying too which means no one wins because no one in the home is sleeping well!
2. The later the bed time = the later the wake up time — depending on the baby’s age, her being overtired actually causes her to have more time in REM sleep, which is a light sleep stage and is easier to awake from in the early morning hours.
3. Babies are born knowing how to sleep— adults have an internal clock, called, suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN), which is not “programmed” from birth. The daytime influence of light, hormones, and physical environment help to develop this internal clock for knowing when to be awake and when to sleep.

I’d love to share knowledge, encouragement, and a custom plan to meet your family’s preferences, and goals. Book free discovery call💤👇🏼

https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com/booknow/

03/31/2023

Hello👋🏼 Let’s get to know each other:

🔆I’m a Georgia born and raised country girl who’s recently moved to the Sunshine state

🏃🏽‍♀️Since having my daughter, I’ve made it my aim to get creative with exercising with a baby (I know I get crazy looks from neighbors running up hill with a stroller)

☕️I’m a coffee fanatic & will rarely ever turn down chocolate

😂sometimes I laugh at my own self laughing (you can ask my friends, it’s a little weird but they laugh too!)

🤪🤭Funny thing my baby is doing right now: crying when I don’t let her get into our dogs water bowl

What funny thing is your babe doing now?

03/29/2023

NOW BOOKING CLIENTS!

I can’t wait to educate and support you as you navigate the wonderful and wild little years💕

https://sam-cross.themamacoach.com 💻

02/21/2023

I’m starting a new adventure to serve families as an RN and I’m so excited! Motherhood is so challenging and so sweet. I can’t wait to help you enjoy your family more with evidenced-based education and support from an RN.