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• Episode 77: Making Friends & Keeping Friends with Danielle Bayard Jackson

  Today we welcome Danielle Bayard Jackson, a certified friendship coach, to chat all about MOM FRIENDS- how to find them, how to keep them, and how to not let small stuff get in the way. We also chat about healthy conflict resolution and modeling strong friendships for our kids! Inside this episode: common challenges Moms specifically face when it comes to making new connections practical ways to find new friends and nurture fulfilling relationships with other women why some friendships fade or fall away after having kids how to create boundaries and express needs within female friendships what to do if a friend makes different parenting choices than you, and how to separate parenting differences from core values or character judgements how to model healthy friendships for our kids and much more! Danielle teaches women how to make and maintain better friendships through research-based methodology. Since studying the ins and outs of female friendships, her teachings include how to solve common female friendship conflicts, creating connections with depth and closeness, and the impact of friendship on our physical, mental, and emotional health. Danielle is also the author of Fighting for our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships. This book aims to explain the mechanics of female friendship from an aerial view, as well as provide tangible strategies to equip women for the day-to-day business of being friends. As the spokesperson for Bumble For Friends and with work that has been featured in NBC News, The New York Times, and Psychology Today, Danielle's insights and frameworks have been trusted by many Danielle’s instagram: @daniellebayardjackson Danielle’s book: Fighting for our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships. Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast. Instagram | Tiktok |  Website  ✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram! 😴☁️🤎✨ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate 5⭐️ and write us a review! ⬇️ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Episode 76: How Dental Health and Mouth Breathing Affect Development with Dr. Ben Miraglia

  This week Rachael welcomes Dr. Ben Miraglia to discuss the importance of early dental care for children, focusing on the connection between dental health, breathing, and overall development. He emphasizes the need for early intervention in pediatric dentistry, particularly between the ages of 3 and 11, to prevent long-term issues. Dr. Ben also introduces Toothpillow, a remote treatment option designed to improve children's oral health through guidance appliances, myofunctional therapy, and nasal hygiene. Inside this episode: Signs and symptoms for dental or airway issues in your child How mouth breathing can lead to various health issues Nutrition plays a significant role in dental and respiratory health Pacifiers, bottles, and purees impact on jaw development Understanding the connection between sleep and dental health Holistic approaches can enhance children's dental care How braces only address symptoms, not underlying issues. Thoughts on mouth taping How nasal hygiene is often overlooked but essential for health Treatment options by age Toothpillow Special Offer! Write: NO ONE TOLD US PODCAST in the "Who's the person we can thank for referring you?" field for a free Toothpillow consultation ($50 value) and $250 off treatment! Dr. Ben Miraglia graduated from SUNY at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in 1993. He has over 30 years of general practice experience in Mt. Kisco, NY, including over 20 years orthodontic experience where his focus has been on early childhood jaw growth and development. Dr. Miraglia lectures nationally on early childhood malocclusion, its connection to sleep disordered breathing and early treatment options. Dr. Miraglia is the VP of GP Clinical Education at CandidPro. He is the Chief Clinical Officer at Airway Health Solutions. He is on the Board of Directors of the American Academy of Physiological Medicine and Dentistry. He is a founding member and Chief Clinical Officer at Toothpillow. Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast. Instagram | Tiktok |  Website  ✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram! 😴☁️🤎✨ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate 5⭐️ and write us a review! ⬇️ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Episode 75: Protecting Your Child's Digital Footprint in the Era of Oversharing with Fareedah Shaheed

  We live in the age of "sharenting" where kids are content and there are seemingly no rules. This week, Rachael speaks with Fareedah Shaheed (aka CyberFareedah), an internet safety expert, about the importance of protecting our kids online. They discuss the risks of sharing too much information about children on social media and the potential consequences of oversharing. They also explore the age-appropriate use of technology and provide tips for keeping kids safe online. The conversation emphasizes the need for open communication, trust, and setting boundaries to ensure the safety of children in the digital world. Here's what you'll learn: The Risks of Oversharing on Social Media (even with private accounts!) Age-Appropriate Technology Use and Setting Boundaries The Types of Photos You Should NEVER Share When it Might be Appropriate for Kids to Have Their Own Devices Tips for Keeping Kids Safe Online Fareedah is a Forbes 30 Under 30 Internet Safety Expert whose passion is helping parents keep their children safe online. With a professional background in cybersecurity and threat intelligence, Fareedah uses her online platforms to teach parents the SAFE Method—a unique approach to teaching internet safety that emphasizes the need for creating safe spaces between parent and child as the cornerstone of protecting kids online. Fareedah (known online as CyberFareedah) has been featured in Cisco, CNN, The Wall Street Journal, Fortune, NASDAQ, FOX 46, NBC4, Yahoo! and more. Fareedah’s Instagram: @cyberfareedah and Website: https://www.cyberfareedah.com Free Protect Kids Online Resource Library: https://sekuva.mykajabi.com/get-your-internet-safety-resource-library Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast. Instagram | Tiktok |  Website  ✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram! 😴☁️🤎✨ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate 5⭐️ and write us a review! ⬇️ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Episode 74: Postpartum Nutrition, Meal Prep, Minerals and more with Allegra Gast, RDN IBCLC

  Postpartum nutrition is SO important and yet as busy and tired moms, it's hard to prioritize. That's why this week Rachael brings on Allegra Gast, a functional registered dietitian and international board-certified lactation consultant, to talk all about realistic, easy tips for postpartum nutrition and breastfeeding. Inside this episode you'll learn: importance of nutrition for postpartum recovery and milk supply how new moms often experience fatigue, brain fog and rage/ low mood because of depleted nutrients and minerals tips for maintaining energy levels as a new mom (even when you're sleep deprived!) how to create easy balanced meals with adequate protein, quality carbohydrates, healthy fats, and minerals meal prep tips for busy parents how food can help balance blood sugar and energy levels how our nervous system is affected by improper nutrition benefits of hair mineral testing and much more! Allegra Gast is a functional registered dietitian and international board certified lactation consultant who is passionate about helping families navigate both their postpartum health and their breastfeeding journeys. Allegra offers virtual consults for families all around the world. She started her business, Aloha Nutrition, when she lived in Hawaii but currently resides in Texas with her military husband, and 4 kids including baby twins! Allegra’s instagram: @aloha.nutrition Aloha Nutrition Website: https://www.aloha-nutrition.com/  Hair tissue mineral testing: https://l.bttr.to/DYgUm Free mineral guide: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/y9a3e8 Postpartum nutrition course: https://education.aloha-nutrition.com/product/nourish-postpartum-nutrition-essentials/ ✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram! 😴☁️🤎✨ Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast. Instagram | Tiktok |  Website  If you enjoyed this episode, please rate 5⭐️ and write us a review! ⬇️ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Episode 73: Choosing the Right Daycare and Tips for Transitioning with Elise Disher

  This week we're speaking with with Elise Disher, M. Ed all about choosing the right daycare and how to transition your child in as seamlessly as possible. Childcare is such an important topic for parents and we know it can be fraught with worry! Here's what Rachael and Elise discuss inside the episode: Why building relationships and attachment with staff is crucial during the transition into daycare or preschool The benefits of a tailored and gradual approach to separation vs. "drop and go" How parents can advocate for more involvement in the early learning environment and create familiarity for their child Do children actually need daycare or preschool for socialization or social skills development in the first three years? Quality early learning environments- what should they be prioritizing and what should parents look for and ask about when touring? What parents should be focusing on during challenging behaviors and much more! Elise's work is all about promoting relationship-focused, attachment-based practices in early childhood settings. She consults with educators to help them implement these approaches and facilitate the Circle of Security program for both educators and families. She also supports families through key transitions into early childhood settings and provides guidance on navigating behavioral challenges. She is a mom to two little ones, aged 5 and 1, and brings over 18 years of experience working in the early childhood profession as an educator, teacher, director, and consultant. She holds a Master of Education and is a certified Circle of Security facilitator as well as a holistic sleep and wellbeing coach. Her goal is to help build strong, secure connections between children and the adults in their lives, offering the support needed to thrive through the many stages of early childhood. Find her here: Elise’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisedisher.ed/?hl=en Elise’s Courses: Supporting and advocating for a quality orientation support package  Masterclass - The brain behind behaviour- Understanding and responding to emotions and behaviours effectively  Circle of Security Parent Interest Form Website umeplay.com.au Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast. Instagram | Tiktok |  Website  ✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram! 😴☁️🤎✨ If you enjoyed this episode, please rate 5⭐️ and write us a review! ⬇️ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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