ALEXA MARTINEZ
Sleep Training for Babies / Postpartum, Overstimulated, Naps, Baby Sleep, Newborn, Infants
Are you tired of constantly being exhausted, not knowing what the night will hold? Are you tired of letting your mental and physical health suffer, and feeling out of control of your day to day life as a mama? Are you ready to feel empowered and in control of your mind and home? Are you asking yourself, when will this get easier? I understand, mama. I was right where you are after having my son in 2019. I felt out of control, depressed, anxious, beyond exhausted, and like a zombie going through my day-to-day life. Bottles, diapers, cat naps, and endless rocking and shushing trying to get just...
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ALEXA MARTINEZ
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Jul 10, 2026
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Episodes
EP 39 // How to Have a Morning Routine When Your Kids Wake Up Early 10.07.2026 22:37
Do you feel like having a morning routine is impossible because your kids wake up early...or the second you try to get out of bed? In this episode, I’m sharing how to create a realistic morning routine that actually works in motherhood. You’ll learn how to choose a few simple morning anchors, create full, interrupted, and survival versions of your routine, prepare the night before, and find small...
EP 38 // Will Sleep Training Harm My Bond With My Baby? 07.07.2026 23:59
Worried that sleep training could harm your bond with your baby? In this episode, we are separating fear from fact and talking honestly about attachment, crying, and what the research actually says. You will learn why secure attachment is built through the overall pattern of your relationship- not one difficult bedtime- plus what studies have found about behavioral sleep interventions, cortisol, e...
EP 37 // What I Wish Someone Told Me as a New Mom: This Won't Last Forever 01.07.2026 12:19
When you’re in the thick of new motherhood, it can feel like the hard parts will last forever; the sleepless nights, the anxiety, the overstimulation, the constant need, the feeling that you may never feel like yourself again. But one thing I wish someone had gently told me as a new mom is this: this won’t last forever. And that truth is both comforting and bittersweet. In this episode, we’re talk...
A Prayer for the Exhausted Mom in the Middle of the Night (Bonus Episode) 29.06.2026 8:12
This is just a prayer over your life and your motherhood, when you're exhausted or having a hard time in motherhood. Remember...you matter to God, and you matter to me. Book your sleep clarity call here: mamamatterstoo.com/call Instagram (feel free to dm me anytime!): instagram.com/mama.matters.too FREE GUIDE: Why Your Baby Is Waking Every 2–3 Hours (And What To Fix First) https://mamamatter...
EP 36 // What to Do at 2am When Your Baby Won’t Go Back to Sleep 24.06.2026 21:00
What do you do when your baby wakes up at 2am and will NOT go back to sleep? In this episode, we are walking through a simple, practical plan for those exhausting middle-of-the-night wakes. You’ll learn how to pause before reacting, check for real needs, decide when to feed, respond consistently, and avoid creating patterns you don't want to keep- all without leaving your baby feeling abandoned. I...
EP 35 // Is Your Baby Overtired or Undertired? How to Fix Your Baby’s Sleep Schedule Fast 05.06.2026 23:48
Is your baby overtired… or undertired? If you’ve ever tried to troubleshoot baby sleep, you know how confusing this question can feel. Your baby fights naps, are they overtired or not tired enough? They wake 45 minutes after bedtime; do they need an earlier bedtime or more awake time? They’re up at night; is the schedule off, or is something else going on? In this episode, we’re breaking down one...
EP 34 // How to Sleep Train Without “Cry It Out” But Still Get Results 29.05.2026 20:31
Can you sleep train without doing cry-it-out? If you’re an exhausted mom who desperately needs sleep but feels uncomfortable with harsh sleep training methods, this episode is for you. Today we’re talking about the middle ground between “do nothing and just survive” and “shut the door and don’t go back in.” Because you do not have to choose between abandoning your baby and abandoning yourself. In...
EP 33 // What to Do When Your Baby Wants to Nurse Every Time They Wake Up 21.05.2026 16:52
Does your baby wake up and immediately want to nurse every single time? Maybe you’ve tried rocking, patting, the pacifier, or waiting a few minutes — but nothing works until you nurse again. In this episode, we’re talking about what to do when nursing has become the only way your baby knows how to fall back asleep. You’ll learn how to tell the difference between true hunger and comfort nursing, wh...
EP 32 // When Do Babies ACTUALLY Sleep Through the Night? (And What’s Normal Before Age 1) 14.05.2026 27:31
When Do Babies ACTUALLY Sleep Through the Night? (And What’s Normal Before Age 1) One of the biggest questions exhausted moms ask is: “When is my baby supposed to sleep through the night?” And honestly? The internet gives wildly conflicting answers. In this episode, we’re talking about: what “sleeping through the night” actually means what’s biologically normal before age 1 when night waking may b...
EP 31 // Why Your Baby Isn’t Sleeping Through the Night (And What to Fix First) 30.04.2026 15:50
If your baby is waking every 2–3 hours and you feel like you’ve tried everything... wake windows, schedules, white noise, feeding changes, bedtime routines.... this episode will help you slow down and focus on what actually matters first. In this episode, we’re talking about why your baby may not be sleeping through the night and why trying to fix everything at once can leave you feeling even mo...
EP 30 // If Your Baby Can’t Fall Asleep Without Being Held… Listen to This 16.04.2026 14:41
If your baby needs to be held, rocked, or fed to sleep every time (and wakes the second you put them down) this episode is for you. We’re breaking down why this is happening (hint: it’s not your fault) and what you can start doing to gently change the pattern. Inside, you’ll learn: Why your baby relies on being held to fall asleep What’s happening between sleep cycles Why “drowsy but awake” feels...
EP 29 // What to Do When Your Baby Won’t Sleep Longer Than 2–3 Hours 09.04.2026 13:47
If your baby is waking every 2–3 hours and you feel stuck in a cycle of exhaustion and guessing, this episode is for you. We’re breaking down the most common reasons babies struggle to sleep longer stretches... from sleep associations to schedule issues, and why quick fixes often don’t work. You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of what’s actually going on and what needs to change so your...
EP 28 // Why Your Baby Wakes 45 Minutes After Bedtime 24.02.2026 14:20
If your baby falls asleep at bedtime… only to wake up crying 30, 45, or 90 minutes later, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re talking about false starts- one of the most common (and frustrating) sleep struggles between 5–18 months. You’ll learn: What a false start actually is What’s happening in your baby’s body during that first sleep cycle The four most common causes Why cutting naps or kee...
EP 27 // My Baby Used to Sleep… What Happened? 12.02.2026 24:18
Your baby used to sleep… and now suddenly isn’t. What happened? In this episode, we talk about why sleep can fall apart (even when you didn’t do anything wrong), what’s actually happening developmentally and behaviorally, and how anxiety can make everything feel more urgent than it is. You’ll learn: The most common reasons sleep regresses Why inconsistency keeps night wakings going 3 grounded step...
EP 26 // Not No-Cry, Not Extinction: How I Actually Teach Sleep 29.01.2026 17:22
If you’ve ever felt stuck between “I don’t want my baby to cry at all” and “I cannot survive another night like this,” this episode is for you. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the framework I use inside my sleep plans (the SELAH Sleep Method) and explaining how I actually approach sleep in a way that’s honest, effective, and supportive. SELAH is not a no-cry approach, and it’s not full extinction....
EP 25 // The Dream Feed: One Simple Shift That Can Support Longer Night Sleep 23.01.2026 15:50
In this episode, we’re breaking down the dream feed- what it is, who it can help, and when it may not be the right fit. If your baby is still waking frequently overnight and you’re wondering whether a dream feed could support longer stretches of sleep (without adding stress or guilt), this episode is for you. We talk through one simple shift to using the dream feed as support, not pressure, and ho...
EP 24 // Toddler Bedtime Battles: 3 Gentle Boundaries That Make Nights Peaceful Again 12.12.2025 19:59
Bedtime with toddlers can feel like a hostage negotiation: 47 requests for water, endless “one more story!” pleas, and a mama who is completely touched out and frustrated by 8:30 pm. In this episode, I’m breaking down why bedtime is so hard for toddlers (it’s not just “defiance”) and walking you through 3 gentle, Christ centered boundaries that make nights more peaceful again. You’ll learn how to...
EP 23 // How to Help Your Newborn Sleep Longer Stretches (Without Cry-It-Out or Mom Guilt) 05.12.2025 22:49
If you’re pacing the hallway at 8 pm with a fussy newborn wondering, “Is this normal?”—you’re not alone. In today’s episode, we break down a gentle, realistic newborn evening routine: navigating witching hour, protecting that one longer stretch of sleep, and responding to night wakings in a calm, faith-filled way. You’ll walk away with simple rhythms that honor your baby’s needs, support your nerv...
EP 22 // Why "Just Survive the Newborn Stage" Is Bad Advice 26.11.2025 18:31
"Just survive the newborn stage." It’s the advice moms hear constantly — and it’s hurting more families than it’s helping. In this episode, we’re unpacking why that message is unhealthy, unbiblical, and unnecessary… and how you can support newborn sleep without rigid schedules or sleep training. If you’re a tired mama craving peace, rhythm, and faith-based guidance, this one is for you. Newborn gu...
EP 21 // How to Solve your Baby’s Short Naps 03.06.2025 16:25
Are short naps ruining your day (and your sanity)? 😩 You’re not alone—and there is a way out. In this episode, I’m sharing the most common reasons your baby may be waking after 30–45 minutes, plus practical strategies to start seeing longer, more restful naps—this week. I pray this brings you rest, and remember…you matter too, mama! Book a sleep solution call: mamamatterstoo.com/call Get the...
EP 20 // Is Sleep Training Biblical? The Answers Every Christian Mom Needs 08.05.2025 21:21
Are you a Christian mom feeling torn between wanting more sleep and worrying if sleep training goes against your faith? In this episode, we’re diving into what the Bible really says about sleep training, rest, rhythms, and parenting. You’ll hear biblical truth, grace-filled encouragement, and practical sleep tips that honor both your child’s needs and your own well-being. It’s time to let go of...
EP 19 // How to Keep Sleep Consistent When Life Gets Hard 01.05.2025 20:42
Life doesn’t pause for sleep schedules. Whether you're navigating illness, grief, burnout, or big transitions, it can feel impossible to stay consistent with your child’s sleep. In this episode, I’m sharing a personal update on where I’ve been—and gentle, grace-filled strategies to help you protect rest even in the hardest seasons. You'll learn: • Why sleep still matters in stressful times • How t...
EP 18 // At What Age Should My Baby Start Sleeping Through the Night? 26.06.2024 14:17
When should my baby start sleeping through the night? Why is that baby sleeping through the night, when mine still isn’t? What am I doing wrong? Does this sound familiar? The truth of the matter is…every baby is so different, and they all start sleeping through the night at different stages. We dive into why this is and what you can do about it in this episode! I pray this brings you rest, a...
EP 17 // How to Manage Daycare Sleep for Babies and Toddlers 05.06.2024 14:22
One of the most common concerns I hear from moms of babies and young toddlers in daycare is, “how the heck do I get them to sleep at daycare, and how do I get daycare sleep to not ruin their sleep at home?!” Well, let’s answer those questions together in today’s podcast episode! I pray this brings you rest, and remember…you matter too, mama! Book a free discovery call with me to learn how I can...
EP 16 // How to Survive Going Back to Work with a Baby Who Doesn’t Sleep 29.05.2024 20:08
This one is for my working mamas- whether you work at home or out of the home, going back to work when your baby isn’t sleeping well yet can be SO hard!! In today’s episode, we walk through 5 different ways that you can survive that rough transition going back to work when you (and your baby!) are really struggling with sleep. I pray this brings you rest, and remember…you matter too, mama! ...
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