Show notes
Today we have the opportunity to sit down for an in depth look at postpartum care and how to prepare for this delicate time. Specifically how new parents can navigate and set expectations for your family’s and newborn’s sleep and feeding routine. How sleep affects your milk supply and your newborn’s sleep at night. Listen in on this expert interview, where I learned a few things myself and reviewed tricks to produce sufficient milk supply and newborn healthy feeding habits. You may want to take notes!Melanie is a certified lactation educator at UCLA and owner of Melanie Wachsman Doula in Los Angeles, CA. She is a Gentle Sleep Educator and consultant and Sleep Savvy certified. You can find more information on her as a maternity expert at doulamellie.com IG @doula_mellie 00:00 Welcome to Episode Nine!00:45 Introducing Melanie Wachsman Bingham01:16 The Importance of Newborn Sleep03:31 Melanie's Journey to Becoming a Doula04:57 Balancing Sleep and Feeding for Newborns10:33 Practical Tips for Newborn Sleep Routines19:31 Managing Parental Sleep Deprivation24:55 Navigating Cluster Feeding26:12 The Benefits of Bedside Co-Sleepers26:38 Understanding Baby's Primal Instincts28:14 Finding the Right Sleep Setup29:43 The Role of Partners and Support Systems30:41 Personal Experiences with Sleep Training36:25 Different Types of Nighttime Caregivers45:55 Preparing for Baby's Arrival50:08 Final Thoughts and ResourcesMore from Melanie:Visit her website DoulaMellie.comConnect with her on Instagram: @doula_mellieMore from My Friend's a Nurse:Join us for the Next Childbirth Crash Course This September 18th-20th!Join us for the next Birth Plan Workshop!Join the newsletter for behind the scenes and episode insights you don't want to miss!Visit MyFriendsaNurse.comGrab this FREE Hospital Bag ChecklistEmail Colette directly for coaching availability and membership [email protected] you are interested in partnering or being a guest on The Birth Link Podcast please email [email protected] Connected:InstagramTikTokFaceBook