In this bonus episode, we're joined by Brittni (she/her), a certified Infant Sleep Specialist from Resting in Motherhood.
She shares her insights on sleep regressions, preferring to view them as sleep progressions, and challenges the idea of creating 'bad habits' with infant sleep. She emphasises the importance of responding to a baby's needs and comforting them.
Brittni sheds light on the distinction between routines and rigid schedules, advocating for flexible routines that cater to individual family dynamics. She debunks the notion of "teaching" babies to sleep, highlighting that sleep is an inherent biological function, much like eating or eliminating. Drawing from her personal motherhood journey, Brittni provides an alternative view to conventional sleep outlooks.
During the episode, we address intriguing listener questions, including how to navigate inquiries about whether your baby is a 'good' or 'bad' sleeper. Brittni's insights challenge the prevalent discourse surrounding infant sleep and offer a fresh perspective for parents seeking alternative approaches. Tune in to this enlightening conversation as Brittni shares her expertise and encourages embracing what works best for your family.
You can find Brittni on instagram @resting_in_motherhood.
You can find her website here: https://restinginmotherhood.com/.
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The Definitely Baby theme music was written by Hagan Mathews and produced at @sleeplessfootscray.
The photo in the podcast logo was taken by @maki.levine.
This episode was partially recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri Wilam and Boon Wurrung/Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation. This always was and always will be the land of the First Nations peoples. Every month, I Pay The Rent and so can you - click here to learn more.
