Unswaddled

Jamie and Emily cover the formula shortage— a topic that is close to our hearts and deserves attention, education, and proper recommendations/support. ***This episode was filmed on 5/12, and we understand that this is an evolving situation. For the latest updates and recommendations, follow us on instagram @nurturebynaps. Discussed in this episode: -Where to find formula -Where to look for alterna...

Jamie is joined by neonatologist, Dr. Jennifer Benjamin, to talk all things NICU. The ladies first met during Dr. Benjamin's pregnancy and then connected again through lactation support. Now, a few years later, Jamie and Dr. Benjamin sit down to discuss the unique aspects of experiencing the NICU and adjusting to life at home. Discussed in this episode: - Adjusted age - Growth and development - Fu...

Emily is joined by Meredith Silversmith, licensed marriage and family therapist, co-founder of Nassau Wellness, and and NAPS mom to talk relationships after baby. Discussed on this episode: -Partner communication -Relationship changes -Difficult conversations -Delegation -Asking for help -Partner needs -Counseling -Making time for your partner -Partner bonding -Quality time -Relationship building...

This week, Unswaddled is joined by Ellen McCue— our pediatric Nurse Practitioner, girl mom of 2, sleep expert, and full time NAPS favorite. In her 14+ years of pediatric experience, Ellen has weighed a LOT of babies and discussed growth charts thousands of times. Pediatricians are not the enemy, it's the growth chart! Emily and Ellen discuss what the growth chart means, why it is used, where it is...

Blanket statements are NOT helpful. This week Jamie and Emily talk about all of the crazy statements that have heard over the years. As parents, we are hyper-vigilant and these statements are dangerous because they make space for more judgement (and who needs that?). It is important to remember that the intent is never malicious and what works for someone else is not meant to work for you. Every c...

As a follow up on allergies and starting solids, Emily is joined by Meenal Lele— owner and founder of Lil Mixins. Lil Mixins was founded with the purpose (and significant clinical research) to stop food allergies before they start, while making the process simple! Meenal shares her story and what inspired her to prevent food allergies. Also discussed on this episode: -signs to look for with food a...

Just as you find your feeding groove, it is time for solids! Jamie and Emily debunk many of the feeding myths and address what starting solids can look like. Addressed in this episode: -Overwhelm of starting solids -Feeding schedule -Breastfeeding -Bottle feeding -Formula feeding -Baby led weaning -Purees -Common allergens -Overeating -Intuitive eating -Gagging -Iron rich foods -Choking vs gagging...

This week, Emily is joined by Julia Hale, NAPS mom, LICSW (licensed independent clinical social worker), owner and founder of Soultality Center for Psychotherapy. The focus of their conversation is on perinatal mental health and intrusive thoughts. Intrusive thoughts are something that we all have, but majorly stigmatized, and rarely discussed. Other topics include: -engaging with intrusive though...

Time really does fly! Unswaddled is officially 1 year old and we cannot thank you enough for your continued support in allowing us to do what we love. Jamie and Emily recap the changes that have happened over the course of the year in life, business, and parenting, as well as reflect on (many) lessons learned. Topics include: - Starting a business - Building a business - The parallels between busi...

On this episode, Jamie and Emily discuss maternal gatekeeping. This is a concept that addresses a mother's protective beliefs regarding their partner's involvement in their children's life (especially in infancy)— more specifically, the behaviors between parents that support or restrict co-parenting. Jamie and Emily relive their dos and don'ts of maternal gatekeeping with personal stories. Link to...

This week Emily and Jamie sit down to discuss developmental milestones— a very hot topic after the CDC's recent update to their guidelines. We understand that this is generally overwhelming and hope to give guidance on the meaning of the updated recommendations and early intervention services (known as "Family Ties" in Massachusetts). Covered in this episode: - Early interventions — what is it? -...

Emily is joined by NAPS mom, turned Mom Survival Guide leader, Meg Saxelby. Meg is an emotional intelligence coach and educator, working mom, and total bad*ss. She joins our podcast to talk about her recent blog post, which is a topic near and dear to our heart: the change of self with pregnancy & motherhood. Meg talks about: - Lack of resources on how to manage the emotional shift of becoming a m...

As promised, Emily's postpartum series continues with her experience weaning from breastfeeding. To recap, Emily identified early on that Eloise had an allergy, and transitioned to formula. Unlike weaning with her older daughter's, Emily recalls what it was like to wean Eloise (and how she did it) with a well established milk supply. Jamie and Emily go over: -Weaning timelines and strategies -Redu...

Caro, the lovely face and personality behind What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking, is back! This time Jamie sits in the hot-seat and Caro interviews Jamie about: -Making time for family -A day in the life -Work/life/ kids/ work -City vs. suburbs -Morning routine -Parenting tips -Getting out the door with kids -Childcare -Setting expectations with nanny/childcare -Priorities -Finding a bab...

As promised, Emily takes a deep dive into the struggles of feeding a baby (with or without an allergy) and the options that exist for feeding a baby with an allergy. Emily talks through: -Judgement after birth -Nipple pain -Breastfeeding struggles -Pumping -Hating pumping -Allergy signs and symptoms -Eczema, constipation, diaper rash -Screaming vs. crying -Normal vs. abnormal newborn behavior -Eli...

SHE'S BACK!! Emily is back from maternity leave. Get ready for lots of stories and lessons learned from her sweet baby #3, Miss Eloise. To recap, Emily left us with 5 maternity leave goals: 1. Sleep 2. Not obsessing about sleep 3. Ask for help (in a way of anticipation not desperation) 4. Not stress about breastfeeding or feeding the baby 5. Enjoy it On this episode, Emily revisits these goals and...

This week Jamie is joined by Sarah from CYBEX (one of our incredible sponsors) to discuss an often overwhelming topic— car seats & car seat safety! Sarah offers insight, as mom of 2 and certified child passenger safety technician with 15 years experience on the following topics: - Car seat confusion & overwhelm - Things to consider when deciding on a car seat - Car seat safety checks & regulatory...

Hot topic alert! Sleep training (ATTN: discount code included for sleep consults below) CODE: SLEEP10 Book your call here: https://www.nurturebynaps.com/sleep-consult-overview Jamie is joined by NAPS mom, Jamie, to offer advice and a plan for sleep and sleep training. On this episode, Jamie gets into all the questions and concerns regarding sleep training. Discussed in this episode: -Sleep struggl...

Jamie sits down with second time mom, Rachel (and her 4 week old baby, Maeve), who Jamie was first introduced to in her Mom's Survival Guide (support group). Rachel approached Jamie with a few questions involving transitioning from 1 kid to 2, and the accompanying challenging toddler behaviors. We figured many of you are in the same boat— so why not turn these questions into an episode? Discussed...

What is witching hour? Why does it happen and HOW do we get through it? Witching hour is a time in the day (usually evening) in the first few months of life where your newborn is unusually fussy and difficult to soothe, unrelated to discomfort or hunger. It is typically classified as a time where you just cannot seem to put your baby down. It happens because babies are often overtired and their dr...

Naps client, Susan, joins Jamie to talk about sleep—more specifically, toddler sleep! Susan has been a long time client/ fiend of NAPS and is currently going through the transition of having two kids under the age of two and sleep in their household has taken a major hit. Follow along for the plan Jamie gives Susan to help get sleep in their household back on track. Also discussed in the episode:...

In this episode, Jamie is joined by mom of 2, recipe superstar and all around good time, Caroline Chambers (the face behind 'What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking'). Being a mom is hard and comes with a lot of responsibilities and pressure. Caro and Jamie cover some hot topics on the pod: - "Doing it all" as a mom - Outsourcing to be a better parent - Meal planning and prep for families -...

Similar to Jamie and Emiliy's path of growing their families and the NAPS businesses in tandem…Danielle Tanguay and Victoria Peake found themselves growing their business, BabyMatters OT, as they combined their experiences as mothers with their medical work background. You know Jamie loves talking to women entrepreneurs. Just add in sensory talk and developmental milestones -- she's into it! Danie...

Join Jamie as she talks to Katie. We are all Katie sometimes just wondering IF and WHEN our kids (and ourselves) will stop getting sick during this season. Katie's little guy has had an especially rough go lately with RSV, Flu, and Hand, Foot & Mouth — all within 2 months. Toddlers that are now branching out to daycare, museums, nanny shares, etc. were born in a pandemic! Their little immune syste...

Let's kick this second installment of Real (Mom) Talk off with our client who gets INTO the postpartum things…all the things…with Jamie. From broken postpartum baby hairs / bangs you may sprout to changed relationships with yourself and others - we get into a lot. Join us to talk about: -Potential TMI on nipples and breast shapes -How we talk to ourselves in the mirror (hot tip - you don't have to...