Bringing Up Baby

From sleep to hydration and more, this episode covers four very important topics on keeping baby safe when it starts getting hot out there. Get access to our Bringing Up Baby Resource Bundle for extra information and more content, including a sample temperature chart. Want to join myself and Edwena Kennedy of My Little Eater for our Solids & Sleep Workshop?? Find the details and sign up HERE! HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth Baby Sleep Education & Support ServicesWebsite | Instagram | Facebook

For a different spin on our show, I'm chatting today about Birth Baby Sleep's annual event - The Pregnancy & Parenting Expo - which we just wrapped up last month. Listen in to hear about why we do it, how it went, what was learned and what's to come! For more information:HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth Baby Sleep Education & Support ServicesWebsite | Instagram | Facebook

Hear what Kelsey did to help her through her first trimester, as well as what the research says is actually helpful/not helpful in the first few months of pregnancy. For more information:Learn more about the Pregnancy & Parenting Expo HERE! HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth Baby Sleep Education & Support ServicesWebsite | Instagram | Facebook GUEST: Kelsey Marr, PhD, owner of Collective Care HalifaxWebsite | Instagram Thank you once again to our lovely sponsors - Nurtured Products for Parenting! A local-to-Halifax shop that can also ship to you ;) www.nurtured.ca

Dr. Kelsey Marr is back with us to share some very important points about alcohol and cannabis recommendations during pregnancy and breastfeeding. We're getting into what research is currently out there on these topics and what it's telling us so you can make the right decision for you and your family. We're answering questions like: Is there a safe level of alcohol being consumed during pregnancy? What if I've had a drink while trying to conceive or before I knew I was pregnant? Is it okay to consume alcohol or cannabis if I'm breastfeeding? and more! For more information:HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth Baby Sleep Education & Support ServicesWebsite | Instagram | Facebook GUEST: Kelsey Marr, PhD, owner of Collective Care HalifaxWebsite | Instagram Thank you to our lovely sponsor - Nurtured Products for Parenting! A local-to-Halifax shop that can also ship to you ;) www.nurtured.ca

Welcome to Episode 100!!We're welcoming back Dr. Kelsey Marr to the Bringing Up Baby podcast! In this episode, we're uncovering ALL the research and details on Epidurals. We're answering questions like: - Is it too late to get an epidural during labour? - How is the epidural administered? - What are the risks and benefits? - What is a "walking epidural"? - Is it more likely to require a C-Section delivery if given an epidural? Listen + share! For more information:HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth Baby Sleep Education & Support ServicesWebsite | Instagram | Facebook GUEST: Kelsey Marr, PhD, owner of Collective Care HalifaxWebsite Thank you to our lovely sponsor - Nurtured Products for Parenting! A local-to-Halifax shop that can also ship to you ;) www.nurtured.ca Want to get your hands on your own Birth Sling? Go to THIS LINK and use code: birthbabysleep for $10 off your order!

If your little one is an independent sleeper (or you're working on it) you may be wondering what you can do to continue in this direction despite a skipped nap here and there. This one's for you! For more information:HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth Baby Sleep Education & Support ServicesWebsite | Instagram | Facebook Thank you to our lovely sponsor - Nurtured Products for Parenting! A local-to-Halifax shop that can also ship to you ;) www.nurtured.ca DON'T FORGET!! 2025 Pregnancy & Parenting Expo - Sunday, May 25th, 9am-3pm at The Halifax Forum.

They say, "It takes a village to raise a child" ... and they're right!But sadly, they're not all likely to come knocking at your door. That's why in this episode we're uncovering some of the amazing services/providers that can support you somewhere along the way. Download our perinatal resource list HERE! For more information:HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth Baby Sleep Education & Support ServicesWebsite | Instagram | Facebook 2025 Pregnancy & Parenting Expo - Sunday, May 25th, 9am-3pm at The Halifax Forum. This is where you'll find your Village! Thank you to our lovely sponsor - Nurtured Products for Parenting! A local-to-Halifax shop that can also ship to you ;) www.nurtured.ca

What do you think? Does it feel like it makes sense to wake a sleeping baby?In general, I don't think it's necessary and in fact it can actually sometimes be harmful to the goal of "better sleep" to wake a sleeping baby. However. However, there are absolutely times when this may be necessary for the wellbeing and overall better sleep for Baby. Listen in as I divulge all the info so you can decide if this is something that may be helpful (or not) for your little one. For more information:HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth Baby Sleep Education & Support ServicesWebsite | Instagram | Facebook Thank you to our lovely sponsor - Nurtured Products for Parenting! A local-to-Halifax shop that can also ship to you ;) www.nurtured.ca

Have you ever had to create boundaries with anyone when it comes to your pregnancy, birth, or how you want to parent? Exactly. In this episode, our friend Kelsey Marr and I are chatting about when, how and why you may want to create and communicate your boundaries with those around you. For more information:HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth Baby Sleep Education & Support ServicesWebsite | Instagram | Facebook GUEST: Kelsey Marr, PhDWebsite Thank you to our lovely sponsor - Nurtured Products for Parenting! A local-to-Halifax shop that can also ship to you ;) www.nurtured.ca

Let's discuss this eat-play-sleep routine we all hear about.In a nutshell... It can be helpful but it doesn't always work out so well.What to do instead? I'll share my thoughts in this episode ;) For more information:Pregnancy & Parenting Expo - Sunday, May 25th at the Halifax Forum. Click HERE for more details and follow @pregnancy_parenting_expo on Instagram. HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth Baby Sleep Education & Support ServicesWebsite | Instagram | Facebook Thank you to our lovely sponsor - Nurtured Products for Parenting! A local-to-Halifax shop that can also ship to you ;) www.nurtured.ca

Curious about what your baby's due date really means?Wondering what happens if you're given more than one due date?Have you been told you could be having a "big" baby? Let's talk about it with my friend, doula and birth researcher, Kelsey Marr and see what the research says! For more information:HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth Baby Sleep Education & Support ServicesWebsite | Instagram | Facebook GUEST: Kelsey Marr, PhDWebsite Thank you to our lovely sponsor - Nurtured Products for Parenting! A local-to-Halifax shop that can also ship to you ;) www.nurtured.ca

Worried about Baby being in the crib overnight when they start rolling over?Fear not! This episode will let you know: --> When to expect this milestone to occur --> How it may affect their sleep --> Hot to keep them safe --> What you can do to help them through this stage and get back to better sleep asap! For more information:HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth Baby Sleep Education & Support ServicesWebsite | Instagram | Facebook Thank you to our lovely sponsor - Nurtured Products for Parenting! A local-to-Halifax shop that can also ship to you ;) www.nurtured.ca

Meet my friend, doula and mama-to-be Kelsey Marr!She has a PhD and worked as a birth researcher before becoming a Doula. Given her background and experience, Kelsey and I had a chat about how research really frames our expectations for birth and as parents how important it is to have facts to go along with what loved ones (and social media!) are telling us Kelsey's experience with anxiety in her pregnancy and what supports she has in place and more! For more information:HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth Baby Sleep Education & Support ServicesWebsite | Instagram | Facebook GUEST: Kelsey Marr, PhDWebsite Thank you to our lovely sponsor - Nurtured Products for Parenting! A local-to-Halifax shop that can also ship to you ;) www.nurtured.ca

It's never fun when babies get sick, but when they inevitably do you may be wondering how to maintain all the good sleep that's been happening. It's not a given, but it's definitely worth being prepared for some amount of sleep disturbances if Baby has a cold or flu. In this episode, I'm chatting about things that can help Baby manage their illness as well as strategies you can use to help them get as good a sleep as possible. For more information:HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth | Baby | SleepWebsite | Instagram | Facebook Want a group of parents and a specialist to help you with your little one's sleep?--> Join our VIP MEMBERSHIP!!You'll have access to a library of resources, a private message board and unlimitted access to a certified sleep consultant, all for just $34! For more information, CLICK HERE. Bringing Up Baby Community - Check out some free resources HERE! Thank you to our lovely sponsor - Nurtured Products for Parenting! A local-to-Halifax shop that can also ship to you ;) www.nurtured.ca

Matrescence is a process. It's the transition to Motherhood which can take 2-3 years! Grab your headphones, head out for a walk with Baby and give this a listen because you're most likely going to related BIG TIME.Our guest for this episode is Jessie Harrold. She's a coach and doula who has been supporting women through radical life transformations and other rites of passage for over fifteen years. She's also recently launched her 2nd book - Mothershift: Reclaiming Motherhood as a Rite of Passage and we're going to chat about it.For more information:HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth Baby Sleep Education & Support ServicesWebsite | Instagram | Facebook GUEST: Jessie Harrold, writer, coach and doulaWebsite | Instagram @jessie.es.harrold Order Jessie's book Mothershift, here!Bringing Up Baby Community - Check out some free resources HERE! Thank you to our lovely sponsor - Nurtured Products for Parenting! A local-to-Halifax shop that can also ship to you ;) www.nurtured.ca

Considering using a wake-up clock to help your toddler or big kiddo "sleep in" a bit more in the mornings? Listen to this first!I'm sharing my best tips for making the clock actually work!! ;) Get access to our Big Kid Sleep Class! --> Use code BUB for 15% off your purchase at birthbabysleep.ca Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepWebsite | Instagram | FacebookThis episode was brought to you by Nurtured, Atlantic Canada's Baby Store!

This is a conversation not to be missed!Not only does Karen share her unique services with us, but she's dropping bombs on what we should really consider things like Self Care to be. This is an episode for all who are planning, expecting, just had a new baby or are a more seasoned parent. HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby Sleep Website | Instagram | FacebookGUEST: Karen Clarke, owner of Open Book Doula & Counselling ServicesWebsite | Instagram | Facebook BUB Podcast Sponsor: Nurtured Products for Parenting

I'm answering some of the most common questions I get from expecting/new parents: 1. Is it safe for Baby to sleep in their car seat? If so, for how long? 2. What's up with the 3->2 nap transition?! 3. Am I losing my milk supply? (from breast/chest-feeding parents)For access to the resources from this episode, join our FREE Bringing Up Baby Community.Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepWebsite | Instagram | FacebookThis episode was brought to you by Nurtured, Atlantic Canada's Baby Store!

If you're expecting another baby (or babies), you might be wondering how you can help your soon to be older kiddo through the transition to having a sibling.It's absolutely common for some kiddos to struggle with how they may be feeling about having a new baby at home, and while it can sometimes seem obvious, it isn't always. Nevertheless, this episode shares what we've experienced bringing 3 kiddos into our home over the years and what we were actually fortunate to learn through that process.Spoiler alert: I do get into a bit about what it was like for my oldest kiddo when we brought Baby home and while I am simplifying the way that it was for the purpose of this particular episode, it really was challenging for us but we by no means blame our daughter! She was experiencing some behaviours that we found challenging to say the least, so we learned ways to help her work through these strong , valid feelings. Strategies we continue to use today in all kinds of parenting situations, so for that we are grateful! Alright, now head to Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts and check out our latest episode! There's also a direct link in our bio or head to birthbabysleep.ca/podcast .--> Would be extra awesome if you could follow/subscribe and leave a quick review too if you enjoy catching our episodes! It can help others to find us so they can get the info + support too ;)Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | FREE BUB CommunityEpisode sponsor: Nurtured, Atlantic Canada's Baby Store Use code BUB for 15% off your order over $75 before November 30th!! Some brand exclusions apply. Can be used in-store or online at nurtured.ca

If you're noticing your little one (who's over 3 months of age) is having short naps, you might have more questions than answers.This episode will help you out!It's a quick little pep-talk but is sure to help you understand your baby's sleep a little more and hopefully make you feel better about it too! Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby Sleep Website | Instagram | FacebookJoin our FREE Bringing Up Baby Community!This episode was brought to you by Nurtured, Atlantic Canada's Baby Store.Check them out HERE and use code: BUB at checkout for 15% off your order over $75.

Jess Clerke is a Confidence Coach and the host of Self(ish) Confidence Podcast. She has a passion to encourage women to speak their truth and live a truly aligned life, even if it's unconventional. Through her own self-discovery journey with her 'Year of Confidence', she was able to find her confidence after a difficult season and learned how to speak her truth despite societal pressures. She's here to help you do the same!Spoiler alert: Jess is currently on a new journey through her first pregnancy! And she's sharing what it's been like so far and how she's preparing for parenthood.Ad: Nurtured Products for Parenting - Use code: BUB at checkout on any orders over $75 from now until November 30th.Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth | Baby | Sleep Website | Instagram | Facebook | BUB Community (it's free!) Guest: Jessica Clerke Website | Instagram | Facebook | Podcast

In this episode, I'm diving into some of the really important details that go into making these safe sleep guidelines. I'm a firm believer that we need to know more than just what is recommended, but WHY, so that we can make informed decisions. Join our Bringing Up Baby Community HERE to check out our free resources, including our Safe Co-Sleeping class! HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby Sleep Website - HERE Instagram - HERE Facebook - HERE Ads:NURTURED - Head over to Nurtured.ca and use code: BUB 15% off your order over $75, some brand exclusions apply. Deal ends Nov. 30th! SLEEPOUT - Use THIS LINK and code birthbabysleep for 10% off portable black-out sleep blinds

Join our Bringing Up Baby Community today and don't miss out! This is where we continue the conversations from the show and provide additional resources to help support you along your journey. Head to birthbabysleep.ca/community to sign up for FREE! Today's episode is with Dr. Cassandra Connolly, a Naturopathic Doctor who's passion is to help women have as healthy a pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience as possible. Dr. Cass and I get into topics like: - Top reasons those who are pregnant go to see a ND and how they can help - My experience (and others!) with PICA during pregnancy - Supplements you may want to consider taking in addition to your Prenatal for common pre and post-natal ailments and more!!HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth | Baby | Sleep Website | Instagram | Facebook GUEST: Cassandra Connolly, ND Website | Instagram | Facebook ADVERTISEMENTS: Nurtured Products for Parenting - Use code BUB for 15% off your order over $75 from now until Nov 30th, in-store or on nurtured.ca. The Birth Sling - Use code birthbabysleep for $10 off your order on thebirthsling.com.

In less than 2 weeks, on Sunday, November 3rd, most of us will have our clocks going back an hour. While this may have been a welcomed day pre-kids, it's a different story when you do have little ones because they are on a clock that doesn't usually like to be messed with. But not to worry! My advice is sure to help you get through it. Check out the latest episode to learn about how you and your family can make it through this upcoming time change as rested as possible. HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby Sleep Community (FREE!) - HERE Website - HERE Instagram - HERE Facebook - HERE Ads:NURTURED - Head over to Nurtured.ca and use code: BUB 15% off your order over $75, some brand exclusions apply. Deal ends Nov. 30th! SLEEPOUT - Use THIS LINK and code birthbabysleep for 10% off portable black-out sleep blinds

Let's get clear on WHEN and HOW babies drop their naps so you know exactly how to support them through the transitions. We're talking about all naps... going from 4-3, 3-2, 2-1, and 1-0 naps a day! Share with someone else who has a baby and could use some accurate and helpful information ;) HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby Sleep WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOKNurtured - Atlantic Canada's Baby StoreGet 15% off your order from nurtured.ca when you spend a minimum of $75 by using code BUB. Brand exclusions apply. Valid now through till November 30th, 2024. The SLEEPOUT Portable Blackout Curtain Follow this link: https://sleepoutcurtains.com/?sca_ref=6279754.dYbOr0yJhdfL And use the following Coupon code: birthbabysleep for 10% off your order.

For anyone who's breast/chest-feeding and also wants to introduce their little one to a bottle, this one's for you!! There's a little more to it than just the type of bottle you give baby (though there is something to that too ;), so listen in on my chat with Brittany Brown, IBCLC on all things bottles for babies who breastfeed.Sign up for our class!!Tiny Tummies, Big Dreams: Feeding & Sleep Essentials is happening LIVE on Thursday, November 7th at 1pm Atlantic Time. Recording available. REGISTER HERE And don't forget to join our Bringing Up Baby COMMUNITY! It's free and has tons of extra resources from this show and so much more. Sign up HERE. HOST: Ashley Cooley, Birth Baby & Sleep Specialist Instagram | Facebook | Website GUEST: Brittany Brown, RD, IBCLC Instagram | Website Ad: Head over to Nurtured.ca and use code BUB on your purchase over $75 to save 15%!!Deal ends November 30th, 2024.

This episode is all about Baby Wearing! My guest is a baby wearing expert and we're diving into things like: - Acknowledgement of baby wearing as a practice culturally around the world. - The marketing in North America of what a baby carrier is (and maybe what it isn't) and the recent science and benefits of Baby Wearing. - How to wear baby safely? (Positions/types of carriers/forward facing vs facing in/ what carrier is best for when?). - What parents do if they find baby doesn't like the wrap / carrier Join our Bringing Up Baby COMMUNITY!! It's Free and contains additional video content to supplement this episode. HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby Sleep Instagram | Facebook | Website GUEST: Jolyn Swain, an owner of Nurtured Products for Parenting. Website | Baby Wearing 101 Instagram - @nurturedmom Facebook - @nurtured

Join me in a conversation with Osteopath, Kaitlyn Sobey.I can't tell you how often I refer parents to an Osteopath for their little one, and I hear from other families all the time how much those visits have benefited them! So, now's your chance to learn more about it and how it could potentially help your baby or yourself ;)HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby Sleep | WEBSITE | INSTAGRAMGUEST: Kaitlyn Sobey, Osteopath with Cornerstone Naturopathic | WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM Want to join our Bringing Up Baby Community?? Join us HERE!!AD - Head to Nurtured.ca and use code: BUB for 15% off your order over $75. The books Kaitlyn referenced on the podcast were: The Mother of All Pregnancy Books by Ann Douglas The Mother of All Baby Books by Ann Douglas Why Breastfeeding Grief and Trauma Matter by Amy Brown Why Birth Trauma Matters by Sarah Svanberg

This is THE episode to listen to when you have a bigger kid (or, you're about to!). My guest, Kim Marshall is a mom of 2 and the founder of Roots & Wings Childhood. As a Conscious Parenting Coach, she helps parents understand their child's behaviour and provides incredibly helpful tools to help us all navigate what to do. In this episode, Kim and I are talking about behaviour for kids of all ages, but particularly those Toddlers and Preschoolers who are finding their voice but can struggle to understand their feelings. But wait! There's more. Join our FREE Bringing Up Baby Community to gain access to Kim's helpful handout as well as a Live Parenting Q&A session with Kim on Tuesday, September 24th at 12pm ADT. If this time has passed, don't worry, it's being recorded and you can check it out in our Community any time! Join the Bringing Up Baby Community HERE. HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth | Baby | Sleep Website | Instagram GUEST: Kim Marshall, owner of Roots and Wings Childhood Website | Instagram

Learn about when & how to help your little one decrease (or eliminate!) overnight feedings. We'll discuss what's appropriate for certain ages and tips on how you can do it for a more solid night's rest! Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth | Baby | Sleep Find us on Instagram Ad for My Little Eater programs: Use THIS LINK and code BIRTHBABY for 20% off your order!

It's hot out there!Let's get into some ways you can help Baby stay cool and comfortable so we can all rest easy.From how to keep your house as cool as possible (if you don't have AC) to some safety concerns/guidelines when hanging out outside. This episode has it all!Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | Perinatal Support Network | Membership

Send us a Text Message.It's hot out there!Let's get into some ways you can help Baby stay cool and comfortable so we can all rest easy.From how to keep your house as cool as possible (if you don't have AC) to some safety concerns/guidelines when hanging out outside. This episode has it all!Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepWebsite | Instagram | Facebook | Perinatal Support Network | Membership

More than just giving you some options for preparing/helping your little one adjust to the upcoming time change, I'm sharing what scenarios could be best for who, but why even in some “best case scenarios,” there's still going to be some kind of an adjustment. It's all about how to adjust as efficiently and smoothly as possible. This episode is my side of the discussion. Also highly recommend listening in to learn how to make this upcoming time change work for you if you're currently dealing with early morning wake-ups! Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepWebsite | Instagram | Facebook

Send us a Text Message.More than just giving you some options for preparing/helping your little one adjust to the upcoming time change, I'm sharing what scenarios could be best for who, but why even in some “best case scenarios,” there's still going to be some kind of an adjustment. It's all about how to adjust as efficiently and smoothly as possible. This episode is my side of the discussion. Also highly recommend listening in to learn how to make this upcoming time change work for you if you're currently dealing with early morning wake-ups! Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepWebsite | Instagram | Facebook

First, you really need to know that short naps aren't bad!!BUT..... If you're looking for more information on how you can help your baby being to lengthen some of their naps, then this is the episode you need!While the timing of naps and the pre-sleep routines you have in place can also play a role in how long a nap might be, I'm diving into the how-to's of how to help your little one nap a little longer.Take some notes! This is a good one.Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepWebsite | Instagram | Facebook

Send us a Text Message.First, you really need to know that short naps aren't bad!!BUT..... If you're looking for more information on how you can help your baby being to lengthen some of their naps, then this is the episode you need!While the timing of naps and the pre-sleep routines you have in place can also play a role in how long a nap might be, I'm diving into the how-to's of how to help your little one nap a little longer.Take some notes! This is a good one.Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepWebsite | Instagram | Facebook

Send us a Text Message.Another quick episode to give you the goods on all things WHITE NOISE.I'm diving into my top 5 tips for white noise, from the sounds that are most helpful to those that aren't, keeping baby safe and making sure it's effective.For any questions or to continue this conversation, reach out any time or join our Bringing Up Baby Community! Details HERE.Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepInstagram | Facebook | Website

Another quick episode to give you the goods on all things WHITE NOISE.I'm diving into my top 5 tips for white noise, from the sounds that are most helpful to those that aren't, keeping baby safe and making sure it's effective.For any questions or to continue this conversation, reach out any time or join our Bringing Up Baby Community! Details HERE.Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepInstagram | Facebook | Website

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I'm chatting with counselling therapist and music therapist Mackenzie Costron. Mackenzie approaches her work with clients in a very unique and interesting way, so we wanted to highlight this aspect of her work, while also discussing certain ailments or struggles we may find ourselves with during pregnancy + beyond.I hope you get something from this episode! Whether that's acknowledgement that this can be a challenging time in our lives (as much as it is also joyous), understanding that we can look at symptoms or challenges as our bodies trying to tell us something, or learning about how music therapy could be beneficial. Guest: Mackenzie Costron, owner of Find Your Voice Music TherapyFind her on Instagram, her website or with the Perinatal Wellness CentreHost: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepWebsite | Instagram | FacebookJoin us in our Perinatal Support Network. It's free and we're here for information, support and resources along your pregnancy & postpartum journey.

In this episode, I'm chatting with counselling therapist and music therapist Mackenzie Costron. Mackenzie approaches her work with clients in a very unique and interesting way, so we wanted to highlight this aspect of her work, while also discussing certain ailments or struggles we may find ourselves with during pregnancy + beyond.I hope you get something from this episode! Whether that's acknowledgement that this can be a challenging time in our lives (as much as it is also joyous), understanding that we can look at symptoms or challenges as our bodies trying to tell us something, or learning about how music therapy could be beneficial. Guest: Mackenzie Costron, owner of Find Your Voice Music TherapyFind her on Instagram, her website or with the Perinatal Wellness CentreHost: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepWebsite | Instagram | FacebookJoin us in our Perinatal Support Network. It's free and we're here for information, support and resources along your pregnancy & postpartum journey.

Send us a Text Message.It's about time we dove into this topic, isn't it?!Meet Amanda Kingsmith. She and her husband travel ALL OVER and with their little one in tow! So, if there was anyone who could speak to traveling with babies, it's Amanda!We're diving into topics like the best toys and ways to keep Baby busy while traveling, sleeping arrangements, traveling by plane and vehicles both short and loooonnnngggg distances. Basically, this episode has it all!Guest: Amanda KingsmithInstagram | Website (The World Wanderers)Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepInstagram | Website | Membership

It's about time we dove into this topic, isn't it?!Meet Amanda Kingsmith. She and her husband travel ALL OVER and with their little one in tow! So, if there was anyone who could speak to traveling with babies, it's Amanda!We're diving into topics like the best toys and ways to keep Baby busy while traveling, sleeping arrangements, traveling by plane and vehicles both short and loooonnnngggg distances. Basically, this episode has it all!Guest: Amanda KingsmithInstagram | Website (The World Wanderers)Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepInstagram | Website | Membership

Send us a Text Message.This episode brings you a conversation I had with Danielle Abbott about budgeting with Baby!Danielle gives us some really insightful tips and strategies to save for big ticket items (like maybe fertility treatments or a particular item for Baby), how to plan for things like parental leave or what you can do if you're deciding whether or not to go back to work after your leave, and so much more!This is not a conversation to miss and I think really timely given the New Year. Let's take a look at our financial situation and see if we're in tip top shape! If not, Danielle is someone you definitely should meet.Guest: Danielle Abbott, owner of Damsel Financial CoachingWebsite | InstagramHost: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepWebsite | InstagramJoin our Perinatal Support Network! It's free and it's where you'll find a HUGE list of resources to support you along your pregnancy/postpartum journey, and how you'll find out about our in-person drop-in groups. We're also there to share info, ask questions and get support, Come join us!

This episode brings you a conversation I had with Danielle Abbott about budgeting with Baby!Danielle gives us some really insightful tips and strategies to save for big ticket items (like maybe fertility treatments or a particular item for Baby), how to plan for things like parental leave or what you can do if you're deciding whether or not to go back to work after your leave, and so much more!This is not a conversation to miss and I think really timely given the New Year. Let's take a look at our financial situation and see if we're in tip top shape! If not, Danielle is someone you definitely should meet.Guest: Danielle Abbott, owner of Damsel Financial CoachingWebsite | InstagramHost: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepWebsite | InstagramJoin our Perinatal Support Network! It's free and it's where you'll find a HUGE list of resources to support you along your pregnancy/postpartum journey, and how you'll find out about our in-person drop-in groups. We're also there to share info, ask questions and get support, Come join us!

I know what you're thinking... How is Perimenopause related to what you're going through right now??Well, to some of you, this is EXTREMELY relevant. To others, it will be relevant much sooner than you may think.So today, Dr. Jennifer Salib Huber, RD ND is going to help us understand what perimenopause is and how will we know we're in it (especially if we're newly postpartum!!).We also get into some of the myths about peri/menopause and what women can do to help minimize their side-effects when the time comes.Save this episode for future reference!!GUEST: Jennifer Salib Huber, RD, ND The Menopause NutritionistInstagramWebsiteHOST: Ashley CooleyBirth, Baby and Sleep SpecialistInstagramWebsiteJoin our Perinatal Support Network! It's FREE!! 

Send us a Text Message.I know what you're thinking... How is Perimenopause related to what you're going through right now??Well, to some of you, this is EXTREMELY relevant. To others, it will be relevant much sooner than you may think.So today, Dr. Jennifer Salib Huber, RD ND is going to help us understand what perimenopause is and how will we know we're in it (especially if we're newly postpartum!!).We also get into some of the myths about peri/menopause and what women can do to help minimize their side-effects when the time comes.Save this episode for future reference!!GUEST: Jennifer Salib Huber, RD, ND The Menopause NutritionistInstagramWebsiteHOST: Ashley CooleyBirth, Baby and Sleep SpecialistInstagramWebsiteJoin our Perinatal Support Network! It's FREE!!

Send us a Text Message.This one's for the "older" babies... Those 10-11-12+ month olds who are skipping their afternoon nap but ARE NOT READY to drop to one nap a day.Listen to this episode first, BEFORE you decide they're done with their 2nd nap. Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepInstagramWebsite

This one's for the "older" babies... Those 10-11-12+ month olds who are skipping their afternoon nap but ARE NOT READY to drop to one nap a day.Listen to this episode first, BEFORE you decide they're done with their 2nd nap. Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepInstagramWebsite

Send us a Text Message.Join my conversation with Registered Social Worker, Alison Sanford Thomas as we discuss perinatal anxiety --> That anxiousness that can pop up when trying to conceive, during pregnancy, and/or postpartum. We're chatting about Intrusive Thoughts, how this can affect men as well and how it might present itself, and most importantly... where you can get support and treatment!For more information about our Perinatal Support Network, come check us out!Guest: Alison Sanford ThomasInstagramWebsite (Bloom Psychotherapy)Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepInstagramWebsite

Join my conversation with Registered Social Worker, Alison Sanford Thomas as we discuss perinatal anxiety --> That anxiousness that can pop up when trying to conceive, during pregnancy, and/or postpartum. We're chatting about Intrusive Thoughts, how this can affect men as well and how it might present itself, and most importantly... where you can get support and treatment!For more information about our Perinatal Support Network, come check us out!Guest: Alison Sanford ThomasInstagramWebsite (Bloom Psychotherapy)Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby SleepInstagramWebsite

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Birth and Postpartum Doula, Shandelle Ferguson and I are chatting about infant formula - from the different types to how to safely prepare it. We also chat a bit about the impact that feeding your baby formula can have on a parent, whether that's something that needed to happen or was chosen.For more information about feeding your baby formula, check out these resources:Health Canada - Preparing and Handling Powder Infant FormulaIWK's Infant Formula: What You Need To KnowGUEST: Shandelle FergusonBlossom and Birth Website I Instagram HOST: Ashley CooleyBirth Baby Sleep Website I Instagram Join the Bringing Up Baby membership for just $34/month!! Inside you'll learn even more about your baby (especially their sleep!!) and get all the support and guidance you need from an amazing group of parents and a certified baby and sleep specialist.