Well Rested Mama Unswaddled

Cara
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Your go-to podcast for baby and toddler sleep solutions, overcoming parenting challenges, and all things messy motherhood.

  1. Sep 24

    Stop Bedtime Battles: What's Really Making Your Baby Overtired at Bedtime

    If your baby is overtired at bedtime even after a nap that seemed totally fine, the wake window right before bed might be the missing piece. So many of us follow the standard wake windows by age and still end up with a baby fighting bedtime, crying, or waking early. Turns out most charts don't account for the type of nap that happened right before bed, and that changes things more than you'd think. In this episode I'm walking through the one hour wake window I don't see other consultants talking about, specifically for babies 5 months and under. We're getting into why that last nap of the day is usually just a cat nap, how that plays into your baby's sleep pressure heading into bedtime, and what that final hour can look like so bedtime stops feeling like such a fight. If you're in the middle of a 5 month old sleep schedule, figuring out a 4 month old wake window, or just seeing that overtired baby crying at bedtime pattern no matter what you try, this one's for you. Have a specific sleep question? Leave it below because I'm answering your questions in the next episode! And if you need more help ⬇️ Schedule a free sleep consult with me Follow me on Instagram for more relatable sleep & parenting stuff

  2. Sep 11

    False Starts at Bedtime: What Causes Them (and How to Stop Them)

    If your baby wakes up shortly after bedtime upset and is hard to get back down, those are considered false starts at bedtime, and they're more common than you'd think. You get baby down for the night only to have them wide awake and fussing again before you've even gotten into bed. False starts with baby sleep are usually a wake window problem, not a random fluke, and once you know what causes false starts, they're actually pretty fixable. In this episode I'm walking through what false starts actually look like, what causes them, and how to stop false starts at bedtime by adjusting wake windows throughout the day. We're also getting into wake windows by age, so you have a starting point if you're trying to figure out how to stop your baby's false starts for good. If you're dealing with a baby who won't stay asleep after bedtime, this one's for you. Have a specific sleep question? Leave it below! And if you need more help ⬇️ Schedule a free sleep consult with me Follow me on Instagram for more sleep advice & parenting chaos

  3. Aug 22

    Baby Toddler Sleep Q&A: When to Drop a Nap, Crib to Bed Transition & More

    Another Q&A episode because your questions never stop coming in (and honestly, I love that for us). This one's a mixed bag covering both baby and toddler sleep, so wherever you're at, there's probably something in here for you. I'm answering when to drop a nap and how to know you're not doing it too early, plus what to do when daycare naps are too short and it's throwing off your whole day. I'm also getting into the crib to bed transition, including how to know if your toddler is ready for it and what actually helps make it smoother. And for anyone in the middle of sleep training or thinking about starting, I'm covering what to do when sleep training is not working, plus how to prepare for sleep training before you even begin. Have a specific sleep question? Leave it below and I’ll answer in the next Q&A! And if you need more help ⬇️ Schedule a free sleep consult with me Follow me on Instagram for more relatable sleep & parenting stuff

  4. Aug 3

    Sleep Training in a Shared Room: How to Make It Work With Baby in Your Room or a Sibling’s

    Sleep training in a shared room is absolutely possible, whether your baby sleeps in your bedroom or shares a room with a sibling. A lot of parents assume they need a separate nursery before they can start sleep training, but that is not the case. In this episode, I’m sharing the small adjustments that can make the process easier, including whether it makes sense to move baby into their own room, how to create separation when baby stays in your room, and how check-ins may look at bedtime versus overnight. I’m also covering sleep training when siblings share a room, including temporarily moving the older sibling, preparing them for the change, and knowing when to move everyone back into their normal sleeping spaces. Whether you’re sleep training in a one-bedroom home, choosing to room share longer, or sleep training a baby sharing a room with a toddler, your setup does not have to stop you from teaching independent sleep. Have a specific sleep question? Leave it below because I’m answering your questions in the next episode! And if you need more help ⬇️ Schedule a ⁠free sleep consult⁠ with me  ⁠Follow me on Instagram⁠ for more relatable sleep & parenting stuff

  5. Jul 7

    Tips for Dropping the Pacifier: Baby vs. Toddler Pacifier Weaning

    Looking for tips for dropping the pacifier without feeling like you’re totally winging it? In this episode, I’m walking you through what this transition can look like for both babies and toddlers. We’ll talk about what to do if your baby is losing the pacifier all night, why the paci can become a sleep crutch, and when dropping the pacifier cold turkey might make sense. For toddlers, we’ll get into how to talk about it ahead of time, make saying goodbye feel a little more special, and hold the boundary while still offering comfort. I’ll also share a few things that can make pacifier weaning smoother, like choosing the right timing, getting all caregivers on the same page, introducing another comfort item, and staying consistent once the paci is gone. Dropping the pacifier can feel hard in the moment, but it is temporary. With a clear plan and consistency, your child will adjust! As always, drop any questions you have in the comments! And if you need more help ⬇️ ⁠Schedule a free sleep consult⁠ with me ⁠Follow me on Instagram⁠ for more relatable sleep & parenting stuff

  6. Jun 9

    Burnout as a Mom: Why You’re So Tired and What Your Body Actually Needs

    Burnout as a mom can show up as feeling exhausted, running on coffee, struggling with sleep, under-fueling your body, overexercising, and wondering why you still don’t feel like yourself. In this episode, I’m joined by my friend Michelle of Wellness Elevate to talk about hormones, metabolism, nutrition, movement, stress, sleep, and what it can look like to support your body instead of constantly pushing through. In this episode, we talk about: Why so many moms feel tired even when they’re “doing everything right”How stress, sleep, caffeine, blood sugar, and hormones are connectedWhat under-fueling and overexercising can look likeWhy “eat less and work out more” isn’t always the answerWhat I’ve learned from tracking my normal routine and working with MichelleSimple things moms can start paying attention to in their own routinesIf you’ve been feeling burnt out, exhausted, or stuck in survival mode, this episode is such a good reminder that your body might not need more pressure. It might need more support. Find Michelle here Schedule a free sleep consult with me Follow me on Instagram for more relatable sleep & parenting stuff

  7. May 8

    Baby Sleep Q&A: Your Biggest Sleep Questions Answered by a Baby Sleep Expert

    Baby sleep Q&A episodes are a chance to talk through the sleep questions that come up all the time for parents. In this episode of Well Rested Mama Unswaddled, I’m answering real baby sleep questions and answers and sharing baby sleep expert advice on the things parents are often trying to figure out: naps, schedules, night wakings, bedtime, and what to do when sleep suddenly changes. Instead of trying to cover one topic from start to finish, this episode is more of a real-life troubleshooting conversation around the questions parents actually submit. In this episode, I cover: - common baby sleep Q&A questions - how I think through sleep struggles as a sleep consultant - what can impact naps, bedtime, and overnight sleep - when to adjust the schedule - what to consider before changing the whole routine If you’re in the middle of figuring out baby sleep and want practical answers to common questions, this episode walks through several topics that may come up along the way. ✨ Want more support? Follow me on Instagram Schedule a free consult with me

  8. Apr 27

    Toddler Won’t Go to Bed? Why They’re Fighting Sleep + What to Check First

    Toddler won’t go to bed? If bedtime has turned into stalling, protesting, and asking for “one more thing” every single night, this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m walking through what I look at first when a toddler is fighting sleep or resisting bedtime, so you can start figuring out what might actually be making bedtime harder. We’ll talk about: - How overtiredness can show up at bedtime - What to look at with naps, bedtime timing, and the last wake window - How to tell the difference between wants and needs at bedtime - Why boundaries still matter, even when your toddler is upset - How a bedtime routine chart or sticker chart can help - When independent sleep or re-sleep training may be part of the conversation If you’ve been wondering, “why is my toddler fighting sleep?” or looking for toddler fighting bedtime tips that actually help you troubleshoot the whole picture, this episode will give you a clearer place to start without feeling like you have to guess your way through every night. Follow along for more baby and toddler sleep support Looking for one-on-one help? Schedule your free consult call with me

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Your go-to podcast for baby and toddler sleep solutions, overcoming parenting challenges, and all things messy motherhood.

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  • Creator
    Cara
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Well Rested Mama Unswaddled
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