Episodes
It can be so frustrating when the only thing keeping your baby up at night is the fact that the binky keeps falling out of their mouth. When you’re in the thick of it, it’s so tempting to ditch the pacifier altogether, but I promise it’s worth it to push through! In this episode, I’ll give you a few tips you can try to make this time period easier for everyone. Shop Melli Baby HERE
Published 05/07/24
If you’re feeling stressed about the amount of ounces your baby gets in a day, this episode is for you! I’m going to answer the common question “How many oz a day does my baby need”, and I think the answer may surprise you! Sleep Resources HERE
Published 04/30/24
Published 04/30/24
I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase “drowsy but awake” before, but do you know what that looks like for your baby? In this episode, I’ll tell you exactly what it means to put your baby down drowsy but awake, and tell you when I do and do not recommend putting your baby to bed drowsy but awake. Sleep Resources HERE
Published 04/23/24
Do you ever wonder when the right time to move to a four hour schedule is? Or, is your baby 12 weeks but you feel like they aren’t quite ready? In today’s episode, I’ll go over what signs to look for that indicate your baby is ready to move to a four hour schedule. FREE Wake Windows Guide
Published 04/16/24
One of the questions I get asked a lot is “What are your thoughts on doing a dream feed?” So, in today’s episode, I’m going to answer it for you! I’ll tell you the main reasons why I see parents decide to do a dream feed, and break down each situation and whether or not I recommend it. Sleep Resources HERE Take my FREE CLASS HERE
Published 04/09/24
Last week on Instragram, I posted a question box where you could submit all of your concerns about sleep training. I genuinely wanted to know what’s holding you back from teaching your baby how to sleep! This episode is me addressing all of those concerns, and hopefully easing your mind so that you can start getting the sleep that you and your family deserve. The Controversial Cry It Out Sleep Resources HERE
Published 04/02/24
I genuinely believe that parenting takes teamwork, but sometimes it’s hard for dads to know exactly what they can do to help! In today’s episode, I’m sharing four ways my husband has helped me every time we had a baby. Hopefully this will give you some specific ideas to ask for help so that you don’t have to do it all alone!
Published 03/26/24
Do you feel like you’ve tried everything you possibly can, and yet your baby still isn’t sleeping? Are you overwhelmed and exhausted but feel like you’re out of options? If so, this episode is for you! I’m going to tell you the most common reasons that I see why babies aren’t sleeping, and I’ll tell you exactly what you can do about it. Take my FREE CLASS HERE
Published 03/19/24
Today’s guest is Pelvic Health Physical Therapist Lynn Schulte, who has been a Pelvic Health Physical Therapist for over 30 years. Lynn has helped thousands of women heal after birth, and is going to share some of her tried and true tips with us today. She works with the body on a spiritual, energetic and physical level so that you can truly feel like the best version of yourself. She shares invaluable insight on what happens to our pelvic floor and pelvic bones during birth, and how we can...
Published 03/12/24
I know it’s extremely hard to stay up late with a newborn when you’re already exhausted. However, I want you to know that there is a reason I recommend a late bedtime with your newborn! In today’s episode, I’ll explain to you why I recommend a later bedtime during the newborn weeks, and when it’s time to slowly move bedtime earlier.
Published 03/05/24
One of the most common questions I get asked is “Should I focus on my baby’s wake windows, or should I focus more on set sleep times? In today’s episode, I’m going to break it down for you and why I think both are important, but sleep times might be more important as your baby gets older! Listen to hear why. FREE Wake Windows Guide Mini Courses, Video Course and Consultations
Published 02/27/24
If you’re in the process of eliminating night feedings, it can be tricky to navigate if your baby is waking up at different times every night! In today’s episode, I’m going to talk about exactly what to do when this happens, as well as help you understand why this happens.  Mini Courses, Video Course and Consultations
Published 02/19/24
If you’re a first-time mom and are feeling overwhelmed, inadequate, exhausted and defeated, this one is for you! FREE Short Naps Guide Mini Courses, Video Course and Consultations
Published 02/13/24
If you’re like me, you grew up hearing “never wake a sleeping baby!”. Which, honestly I understand because they are so dang peaceful and cute while sleeping! AND we know that when they are learning to sleep, it takes a lot of work for them to fall asleep. However, if you never wake a sleeping baby, I can almost guarantee that they are going to wake YOU up in the night! In today’s episode, I’m going to tell you when you should and shouldn’t wake your sleeping baby, and the why behind it...
Published 02/06/24
When you’re ready to teach your baby how to sleep, it’s hard to know where to start and it can feel overwhelming! I get that. In today’s episode, I’m going to share three simple tips that you can implement starting today to get better sleep. Melli Baby Sleep Sack FREE Wake Windows Guide Mini Courses, Video Course and Consultations
Published 01/30/24
Did you know that fussiness typically starts around 6 weeks, peaks between 9-11 weeks, and slowly starts to get better around 12 weeks? There is a lot going on developmentally with your baby during this time, and it can be difficult to know what to do. In this episode, I’m going to share three tips to help you get through what I like to call “The Witching Weeks”, so that you can stay calm and enjoy this period, even with a fussy baby!
Published 01/23/24
Having a new baby when you have a toddler can feel overwhelming, especially when you have to tackle bedtime on your own! In this episode, I’ll walk you through what bedtime looks like for me when I have a newborn and a toddler going to bed at the same time. I’ll share tips and tricks to help make bedtime an enjoyable experience for everyone! Book a consultation HERE Melli Baby Sleep Sack HERE Free Class HERE Take The Sleep Fairy Way Course HERE
Published 01/16/24
We’ve all been there…you want to go to a later dinner with friends, attend a family party or not miss out on a fun game night…and you want your baby to join! However, you are worried about messing up their sleep by keeping them out late. In today’s episode, I’m going to give you 4 ways to prepare for a late night out with your baby so you can enjoy those later nights without the stress. Book a consultation HERE Melli Baby Sleep Sack HERE Free Class HERE Take The Sleep Fairy Way Course HERE
Published 01/09/24
Should I swaddle my newborn? Does your baby struggle with staying in the swaddle? Is your baby starting to roll over? Today we are going to talk about all of the above situations, and what to do about it! If your baby is breaking free from the swaddle, you might need to change the way you swaddle. And if your baby is starting to roll over, it’s time to transition out of the swaddle and into a sleep sack! I’ll walk you through exactly how to do it so the process goes smoothly for both you and...
Published 01/02/24
I recently had a friend walk me through an exercise to help me understand my “why” behind my business. What started out as a simple questionnaire to help me understand my work better, turned into a huge perspective shift that has changed my life. I wanted to share it with you today in case you’re ready to learn more about yourself and help shift your perspective as well! Let me know if you do this exercise. I’d love to hear your results! Shop Melli Baby HERE Free Class HERE Take The Sleep...
Published 12/19/23
Are you stressed about the four month sleep regression? Don’t be! In this episode I’m going to go over why this regression happens, what it looks like, and what you can do about it! Free Class HERE Take The Sleep Fairy Way Course HERE
Published 12/12/23
I’ve been keeping a secret…and it’s time I give you a sneak peek into Melli Baby! Follow along on instagram @mellibabyco, and join the waitlist HERE to be the first to get notified when these products launch! You’ll also get exclusive discounts if you sign up today. I’m so excited to share these with you! In today’s episode, we are going to talk about what to do when your baby is sick. It is officially cold and flu season and it’s hard to know what to do when your baby isn’t feeling well...
Published 12/05/23
If you want your baby to learn how to sleep, I’m going to tell you exactly what you should stop doing and exactly what you should start doing to make this happen! I see this mistake time and time again, so let’s put a stop to it! Ready for more sleep? CLICK HERE Need 1:1 support? CLICK HERE
Published 11/28/23
If you’re anything like me, the holidays can wear you down. One of the best things I’ve found to keep me going is to prioritize self-care! It’s so important to take care of yourself, so that you can be the best version of yourself! Here are ten quick and easy ways to boost your mood during this holiday season. Black Friday Sale HERE! Use code BLACKFRIDAY at checkout to get 25% off!
Published 11/21/23