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The Sleep Mums

The Sleep Mums WILL help your baby sleep. Non-judgemental, funny and always useful baby sleep advice. Hosted by broadcaster and parenting journalist, Cat Cubie, and paediatric sleep consultant, Sarah Carpenter.

kids & family parenting

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20:52

A to Zzz: N for Nanny

The Sleep Mums ·

2021/03/03

Our letter this week is N, which is not for nappies, nursery or nipples, it’s for Nanny and the nanny of the moment, Nanny Louenna. Like Sarah, Louenna is a Norland Nanny, (the nannies the royal family use) and she has developed a brilliant app, nicknamed Nanny in My Pocket, that has been a lifesaver for many parents, particularly in the last year. She is really passionate about supporting parents to enjoy their parenting journey, sharing all that she knows and helping babies and children to thrive

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26:54

Pregnancy Sleep

The Sleep Mums ·

2021/02/24

Pregnancy Insomnia is, unfortunately, really common. At a time when you want to be banking more sleep than ever, it’s a nightmare that kip seems to be so elusive. We care about ALL parents getting better sleep and that includes mamas-to-be. In this episode we’ll chat through the main reasons you can’t sleep and share the things that will hopefully help you get a few more Zzz before baby arrives. We’ll also answer a question from our listener Ava about pregnancy bedtime routines. 1 – Why Can’t

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36:09

A to Zzz: G for GP

The Sleep Mums ·

2021/02/17

The doctor will see you now! Our brand new series The Sleep Mums: A to Zzz is everything you ever wanted to know about parenthood, from allergies to getting more Zzz. In our first episode we talk to NHS GP Dr Punam Krishan, she talks candidly about life postpartum, her highs, her lows, and the many reasons she sees new parents in her practise. We know that the alphabet doesn’t begin with G but like parenting in general, things don’t always happen in the order you expect them to!

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01:24

The Sleep Mums: A to Zzz

The Sleep Mums ·

2021/02/17

Everything you ever wanted to know about parenthood, from allergies to getting more Zzz, via deja poos, niplash and Velcro babies. Funny, irreverent and always useful. Cat and Sarah from The Sleep Mums podcast and a range of experts and people talk everything and anything that will help you get through the long nights and short years. Each episode will focus on five tips from a different professional, sharing their own experience and expertise.

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28:07

Sleep Myths (Part 2)

The Sleep Mums ·

2021/01/27

If you’ve already listened to Baby Sleep Myths (Pt1) you probably thought there couldn’t possibly be any more sleep myths. There was no way there was that much whack info floating about the parent-sphere. Well, the bad news is, there is… the good, we’re going to bust it for you. In this episode we’ll dispel some madness about five bits of regularly heard sleep advice, that may have been keeping you up at night. It’s not going to be pretty but it will be really satisfying and hopefully by the end

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38:04

Weaning from Night Feeds

The Sleep Mums ·

2021/01/20

You’ve been up with your baby through the night since they were born but now they’re getting (a wee bit) bigger are they ready to start weaning off night feeds? It’s totally normal for babies to start to no longer need the midnight (and 3 and 4 am) snacks as they get bigger and their tummies hold more. Does it happen on it’s own? Sometimes. More often, though, they need a little help. In this episode we’ll talk about when and how to wean your baby from night feeds and some tips to help you and your

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30:49

How to Ditch Parent Guilt

The Sleep Mums ·

2021/01/13

Parent guilt is this gross, uncomfortable ache that lodges itself in your heart and creeps into your head, often in the middle of the night. It can keep you from sleeping, almost as much as a newborn, and that’s why we think it’s really important to talk about it. This episode is five ways to help try to lessen that horrible feeling of parent guilt. We care about finding ways to help everyone sleep better and that includes parents as well as babies. 1 – Try not to compare 2 – Ask for help 3 –

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23:29

Christmas Baby Sleep Guide

The Sleep Mums ·

2020/12/16

In our bonus Christmas episode we’ll share 5 tips to get you through the holidays, well, at least where baby sleep is concerned. A wee sherry and mince pie might need to do the rest! December can be an exciting time but it can also be really exhausting and if you’re already parent-level tired, the overwhelm of making it through can make it feel a lot less merry and bright. We’ll talk about why and how the holidays can be tough, with some tips on how to manage them and, at the very least, we hope

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29:43

Solids & Sleep

The Sleep Mums ·

2020/12/09

This episode shares how to make sure that once you start feeding your baby solid food you still get some solid sleep. Around six months, breast or formula milk alone no longer supplies enough nutrients for baby’s growth and development. Proper food is an exciting milestone for baby but it can feel daunting as a parent. And there’s just no getting away from the fact it’s messy! We’ll share tips to help you start baby with solid food, talk through how the food they eat can affect their sleep and why

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25:22

Baby Sleep Hacks

The Sleep Mums ·

2020/12/02

This episode might be the only Sleep Mums you ever have to listen to… kidding, listen to them all, they’re awesome. But this is your cheat sheet. The fast track baby hacks to better sleep. Parenthood has required way more in the way of fast and creative thinking than we ever imagined - fashioning a baby grow out of a scarf after a poonami, not a problem! However, as well as these naturally acquired skills it’s also good to fill your bag with some decent baby hacks too, just leave room for the wet

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26:16

Play & Sleep

The Sleep Mums ·

2020/11/25

In this episode we’ll look at how much playtime and sleep are linked. And, what can be a tough gig for some parents - how to play through baby’s first year (and beyond) - without being Mr Tumble! Finding ways to keep your baby awake is just as important as helping them learn how to sleep. Your baby needs sleep to process the world and milk to fuel them but they learn language, creativity and intellectual skills through play. So, yeah, it’s kind of a big deal. We'll also answer our listener

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24:43

The Golden Rule

The Sleep Mums ·

2020/11/18

This week, we’ll share with you the most important piece of baby sleep advice you’ll ever hear. It’s The Sleep Mums' Golden Rule. A lot of parents don’t like rules when it comes to parenting advice but this rule will give you more freedom, not less. Plus it will help you and your family get more sleep. In fact, this episode is a total gold mine of baby sleep chat! We’ll also answer our listener Kerry’s request for help on moving her 4.5 month old baby from her Moses basket to a cot. 1 – Sarah’s

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27:46

Comforters Vs Props

The Sleep Mums ·

2020/11/17

There’s a big difference between sleep associations, comforters and sleep props. One can be a useful tool that helps direct baby towards sleep the other is something that can be exhausting for a parent or care giver. But which is which? This week’s episode it's the battle of the bedtime buddies! We’ll look at different sleep associations, how to ensure they are a positive part of your baby’s bedtime routine and how to make Mr Monkey work for you! We’ll also answer our listener Laura’s question about

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24:11

Lockdown Sleep Guide for Parents

The Sleep Mums ·

2020/10/07

My daughter said to me recently ‘I’m so tired of this virus’. I think that’s how we’re all feeling. Everything is more exhausting because we’re having to rethink everything we do, let alone the stresses that so many of us are under. Sleep is often the first thing to go when life’s unsettled and that’s true if you’re a baby, child or a (semi) grown up. In this episode, we’ll look at five simple things that will help you* and your family get better sleep in these weird times *lavender pillow spray

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27:22

Baby Sleep Myths (Part 1)

The Sleep Mums ·

2020/09/30

This week, we’re busting SLEEP MYTHS. When you have a baby people are always telling you to do this or never EVER do that it can be hard to know who to listen to. Bob at playgroup seems like he knows what he’s talking about, but does he? In each Sleep Mums episode we usually share five simple things that will help your baby sleep better. This week, we’re giving you five bits of sleep advice you can absolutely IGNORE! By knowing these myths are as fictional as your babies bedtime story it will help

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28:59

How to Settle Baby

The Sleep Mums ·

2020/09/23

Settling is the word that Sarah and I use to talk about how to help your baby to sleep; all the time… but especially when it seems like they really don’t want to! This episode will arm you with a tool belt of settling techniques that will help you help your baby get off to sleep. We'll also share some coping techniques to get you through the toughest of nights. Plus, we'll answer this week's listener question - how can I settle my baby without feeding? Five Things About Settling 1 – What is

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29:25

Routines

The Sleep Mums ·

2020/09/16

Routines and schedules: these are words that can, as a parent, either fill you with joy or absolute horror. However you feel about routines, though, this episode will give you guidance and tips (that definitely won’t fill you with horror!). We'll also give you a crib sheet on what many of the other baby sleep books miss out – how to hack a routine. We’ll answer our listener Laura's question about routines and putting baby to sleep... awake! Five Things About Routines: 1 – What is a routine? 2 –

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28:12

The Bedtime Routine

The Sleep Mums ·

2020/09/09

The Bedtime Routine is like a big neon sign telling baby it’s time for the BIG sleep. In the early days it can feel like they’re just going down for another nap – I mean you’re definitely going to see them before morning! - but setting the foundations of a routine that will grow with you and baby AND help them sleep is totally worth it. In this episode we’ll look at what a bedtime routine really is and how you can create one that works for you and your family. Plus, we’ll answer listener

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24:46

Naps: not the unicorns of baby sleep

The Sleep Mums ·

2020/09/02

We often focus on night-time sleep as that’s the time everyone in the house would like to get some shut eye. However, one of the keys to good sleep at night is great naps. Sometimes, it can feel like we have to work really hard for these magical beasts of baby sleep but in this episode Sarah and I will share how to make naps work for you, giving you both better sleep during the day but also at night. Win-win. We’ll also answer one of your questions about naps, putting our advice to practise in the

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30:14

Milk and Sleep

The Sleep Mums ·

2020/08/26

Feeds and Sleep: how to milk sleep Milk feeds and sleep are so closely linked that if they could spoon each other they would. This episode of The Sleep Mums will look at the relationship between feeding and sleep and how to make the most of that relationship. The Sleep Mums is a non-judgemental and supportive community – we are breast, bottle and combination feeders. It’s about what works for you and your family. This week, listener Emma asks ‘How do I get my baby to take a bottle?’ and ‘How do

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