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✨ From Chaos to Calm: A Sleep Story for the Exhausted Parent's✨ “When we reached out to Donna, we were in survival mode. Our 5-month-old would only contact nap, co-sleep, and wake every 2 hours. We were utterly exhausted as a family and didn’t know where to start. Even naps were a struggle, lasting only 30–45 minutes. Donna saved us.” This beautiful family’s journey is one many of us can relate to—tired, overwhelmed, and unsure how to break the cycle. Together, we worked gently and patiently to create a sleep plan tailored to their little one’s needs. Fast forward to today: their baby now naps in her own room, sleeps soundly in her cot, and wakes only once or twice for a feed (as per their goals). And those dreaded 30-minute catnaps? They’re now full, restorative naps every single day. What made all the difference? A slow, child-focused approach that didn’t just help their baby sleep but also reassured and empowered Mum & Dad. This isn’t just about “fixing sleep”—it’s about supporting families, one gentle step at a time. If you’re feeling stuck in the thick of it, you don’t have to do this alone. Let’s turn your sleepless nights into peaceful ones. 🌙 Reach out today, and let’s create your family’s sleep transformation story. #Bub2Sleep #GentleParenting #SleepSupport #ExhaustedMums #TailoredSleepSolutions #BabySleep #theparentingcollective ##selfcareformums #HappyMamaHappyFamily #consciousparenting #perthmumsandbubs #perthmums #perthdads #parentingsupport #parentingsupport #parentingtips #breathedeep #mumlife #aussiemumbloggers #motherlove #motherlife #mother

🤔Being a new parent comes with its share of challenges, from sleepless nights, overwhelming emotions to endless responsibilities. We get it. We want you to know that you’re not alone in this journey. At Upzeez, we understand the struggles you're facing. That's why we're here to share some valuable self-care tips, because we believe that nurture your own well-being is just as vital as tending to your precious little one. 🧡Prioritise Sleep: While it's challenging with a newborn, try to rest whenever possible. Take turns with your partner for night time feedings or naps during the day to catch up on sleep. 🧡Accept Help: Don't be afraid to ask for or accept help from friends and family. Whether it's someone bringing over a meal, doing laundry, or watching the baby while you take a break, accepting support can make a big difference. 🧡Eat Nutritious Meals: Fuel your body with healthy, nourishing foods to support your physical and mental well-being. Prepare easy-to-make meals and snacks in advance to save time and ensure you're getting proper nutrition. 🧡Exercise Regularly: Incorporate gentle exercise into your routine, such as walking, yoga, or stretching. Exercise can help boost your mood, increase energy levels, and reduce stress. 🧡Practice Mindfulness: Take moments throughout the day to check in with yourself and practice mindfulness. Whether through deep breathing exercises, mindful eating, or simply being present with your baby, mindfulness can help reduce anxiety and promote relaxation. 🧡Be Kind to Yourself: Remember that it's okay to feel overwhelmed, tired, or unsure at times. Be gentle with yourself and acknowledge that you're doing the best you can. Celebrate small victories and milestones, and don't hesitate to seek professional help if needed. 🧡Embracing the journey of motherhood with grace, resilience, and self-compassion is something to be celebrated and cherished. Remember, you are enough, and you're doing an incredible job. Keep shining brightly momma!🧡 💖 #ParentingJourney #SelfCare #UpZeezSupport" #ParentingStruggles #SelfCare #UpZeezSupport"

Sleep—the elusive unicorn of new parenthood. We see you, and we understand how exhausting those sleepless nights can be. It feels like you're running on empty, trying to be and do everything for your baby and family while your body craves just a few hours of uninterrupted rest. How does one even function?! It does get better over time, but here are some tips to help you manage: Sleep When Your Baby Sleeps: It might sound cliché, but it works. Even short naps can help you catch up on rest. Share Nighttime Duties: If possible, take turns with your partner for nighttime feedings and diaper changes so both of you can get some rest. Prioritize Tasks: Let go of non-essential chores and focus on what really needs to be done. Your rest is more important than having a spotless home. Accept Help: Don’t hesitate to ask for or accept help from family and friends. Whether it’s someone watching the baby while you nap or helping with meals, every bit helps. Create a Sleep-Friendly Environment: Keep the room dark and quiet, and use white noise if needed. This will help both you and your baby sleep more soundly. Take Care of Yourself: Make sure you’re eating well and staying hydrated. Proper nutrition can help combat the effects of sleep deprivation. Rest When You Can: Even if you can't sleep, take time to rest. Sit down, close your eyes, and take deep breaths. Relaxing your body and mind can help recharge you. If sleep deprivation is severely affecting your well-being, please reach out! We are here to support you on your journey as a new parent. encircledtherapy.ca #NewParent #Sleepless #YYCMoms #MentalHealth #PerinatalTherapy #NewBabyTips #EncircledTherapy

Sharing recent feedback from a mom of an 11 month old I supported in April who were struggling with lots of night wakes but the biggest priority was split nights, which we stopped within the first week. ❤️ Claire O'Reilly: My baby was a woeful sleeper but we have seen such improvement under Patrice’s guidance. She helped us to fix the split nights we frequently had. He hasn’t woken for more than a few minutes in well over a month. Patrice never pushed us to move at a pace faster than we were ready to go. We’ve gone from 1 and 2 hour stretches to getting 3 and 4 hour stretches. Patrice helped us to gain a better understanding of our son’s sleep needs, sleep pressure and the balance of daytime and night time sleep. Even though we have finished our 3 weeks of support, I still refer frequently to information Patrice gave us. She has given us the road map for how to continue making changes to help our son sleep better. As a result we are able to make small changes that bring improvement but it’s so gradual to at baby has never been upset. I can confidently say Patrice never stopped me from responding to my child in the way I wanted to. Baby has been nurtured and loved throughout the process and as a result sleep has improved but I have zero guilt. I feel empowered by Patrice and know that I have the knowledge to keep making adjustments that work for our family without negatively impacting my baby. Is sleep hard? Join me for a free, no obligation intro call, access through my bio or website. 📞 #FeedBack #ClientWins #NewParents #toddlersleep #ToddlerMom #SplitNights #EarlyRising #Latebedtimes #BedSharing #Cosleeping

The road to motherhood is paved with immense strength, resilience, and love. As a sleep coach, I'm here to offer support and a gentle reminder that you're not alone in navigating the challenges of sleep deprivation. 💔 The Overwhelming Moments: I know that the exhaustion can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially for moms who have journeyed through so much to cradle their little ones. It's okay to feel the weight of sleepless nights, and it's okay to seek help. 🌷 Embracing Self-Compassion: Take a moment to breathe. Acknowledge the journey you've conquered, and let's work together to ease the burden of sleepless nights. Your well-being matters, and self-compassion is a powerful ally. 👣 The Gentle Steps Forward: It's not about finding a quick fix; it's about taking gentle steps forward. Let's explore personalized sleep strategies that align with your unique journey and the needs of your precious little one. 💖 Building a Support System: Surround yourself with a support system that understands your journey. Together, we can create a space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. 🌟 Celebrating Your Warrior Spirit: Your journey to motherhood is a testament to your incredible strength and love. Let's celebrate that warrior spirit and work towards nights filled with restful sleep and rejuvenation. If you're feeling overwhelmed, reach out. You've already shown unparalleled strength, and there's strength in seeking support too. Your journey is unique, and so are the solutions we can craft together. Ready to chat? DM the word SLEEP to schedule a free discovery call! 💖 . 🌐 www.mylittledreamer.coach . . . #mylittledreamer #warriormoms #sleepsupport #journeytomotherhood

Attention Working New Parents! Congratulations on your new arrival. How well did you sleep last night? Are you feeling refreshed and ready to take on the world today? Or, are you dragging yourself to work on the scant energy that seems to be your new sleep deprived 'normal' these days? Have you been told that this is just 'parenthood'? IT'S A MYTH! The secret to settled sleep is how you manage your baby's awake time, not what you do when you walk into the bedroom at sleep time. Imagine your baby falling asleep happily in their bed. Imagine yourself waking feeling RESTED. What difference would that make to your productivity, your relationships, your parenting and your weekends? Why wait? What do you have to lose? Overwhelm, anxiety and time...? You are one great day away from creating DELICIOUS NIGHT SLEEP, and I can show you how. Let's talk.

Navigating early morning wakeups with your little one? It's easy to fall into these common pitfalls. Here are the missteps I made and what you can do instead: Delaying Bedtime: Pushing bedtime later might seem like a quick fix, but it often backfires. Reducing Daytime Sleep: Trimming naps might seem logical, but it can lead to overtiredness and earlier wakeups. Early risings, like around 5 am, are often a sign of overtiredness. Adjusting bedtime or nap schedules the wrong way can worsen the situation or even trigger nighttime disturbances. What to Do Instead: Understand Sleep Needs: How much daytime sleep is appropriate for your child's age? What's the maximum awake time your little one can handle without becoming overtired? If you're uncertain about your child's sleep needs, I've got an online baby and child sleep masterclass on the 13th May to help you out. Just DM or comment 'sleep' to get the link. Tag someone who could use this advice! #sleepnanny #sleepconsultant #Sleeptips #NorlandNanny #supportingparents #supportingsleep #earlymornings #Parentigsuk #Parents #tiredparents #tiredbaby #tiredtoddlers

Tired of bedtime battles? 🛌🏻 Here are some common reasons why your toddler might be struggling to stay in bed: 1️⃣ 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Moving from a cot to a bed can be unsettling. 2️⃣ 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞: Ensure they're getting enough physical activity and screen-free time. 3️⃣ 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐫𝐤: A night light or comforting routine can help. 4️⃣ 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫: A minor illness can disrupt sleep patterns. 5️⃣ 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐝𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞: A consistent routine signals to your child that it's time to wind down. Need more support? 💤 Book a free discovery call with Calm Nights Sleep Consultancy; visit https://lnkd.in/gQh4SZMA #calmnights #babysleep #sleepsolutions #toddlersleep #nightout #sleeptipsandtricks #childrensleep #sleeptraininghelp #babysleepexpert #sleeptrainer

I need help. With my morning routine. As a father, I'm finding it challenging to establish a consistent routine when wake-ups are unpredictable and sleep deprivation is real. Question for the dad community: How do you maintain a structured morning routine while juggling the demands of parenthood? What strategies have you found effective for: - Dealing with unexpected early wake-ups? - Managing your own energy levels when you're running on little sleep? - Balancing your personal morning rituals with family responsibilities? Trust me, I'm all for waking up, drinking a gallon of water, running a marathon, and receiving an honorary PhD. However, some mornings that just isn't possible when you have children. Do you have some non-negotiables that you have to get done in the morning? What order do you do them in? I'd love to hear your experiences, tips, and tricks. #DadLife #MorningRoutine #ParentingChallenges #WorkLifeBalance

Attention - this will surely get your attention! Goal: Put My Child to Sleep - Current Situation: Still Having Trouble! Diaper blowouts and toddler tantrums aren't the most unpredictable parenting adventure. Nope, bedtime is the Mission Impossible. 🙏 😴 ️  Imagine this: There is silence in the home. The illumination is low. With its dramatic pauses and character accents, your bedtime tale is deserving of a Pulitzer Prize. When you believe you've perfected your part as "The Sleep Whisperer," you're confronted with... "I think I have a dinosaur in my closet, Mom!" 🦎  "Could you join me in counting all the stars, Dad?"   "I need water... no, not that cup, the blue one!" is another classic. 🥤 Sleep Disorders can be alarming, to say the least. They can be irritating, exhausting and even unhealthy. Don't ignore them, deal with them. You attempt every professional tactic, including relaxing music, lavender oil (since Instagram recommended it), sleep routines, and even the contentious but uplifting "one more story" request. However, children, those little fighters with sleepless nights, are extremely skilled negotiators. We wish people used their resolve for anything other than staying up late! What can we relate to the most? Realizing that putting a child to sleep is like negotiating a peace deal, only you're much smaller than the other person. Here's the twist, though! A systematic strategy is necessary to handle children's sleep difficulties, which are more prevalent than we may realize, according to research (ahem, perhaps more than just "super-serious bedtime face"). How have you overcome the Bedtime Beast, fellow parents? Or are you still in the middle of this endearing, endless story? Do share your survival experiences, advice, or just sympathies in the comments. "Parenting Mission: Bedtime" should be a little less daunting. 😄 #BedtimeWars #SleepDeprivedParents #ParentingChronicles #TheHoldingHands #ParentingTips