Mama Island

Sarah Norris - The Baby Detective

Helping pregnant women, new mums and mums of older children be great mums without losing who they are and what they love doing.Set on a tropical island to take people away from all the noise and confusion of real life, we will be exploring parenting topics but also figuring out practical ways they can get the Mama life they want and deserve.

  1. EPISODE 7

    7. How micromanaging can harm you and your baby.

    Summary In this episode, Sarah Norris discusses the negative effects of micromanaging in parenting. She explores how micromanaging can impact mental health, distort your perspective, lead to missed opportunities, and create unrealistic expectations. Sarah encourages parents to find balance and trust their instincts, reminding them that babies are resilient and capable of development without constant micromanagement. Takeaways Micromanaging in parenting can have a negative impact on mental health, causing unnecessary stress and contributing to isolation, anxiety  and confidence issues. Trying to control every aspect of your baby's life is unrealistic and can lead to unhappiness. Focusing on details for too long can affect parents ability to see clearly and objectively, and to make the best choices for them and their baby. Micromanaging can cause parents to miss out on opportunities for connection and exploration with their baby. Finding balance and trusting your instincts is key to a happier and healthier parenting experience. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Micromanaging in Parenting 05:50 The Impact of Micromanaging on Mental Health 15:20 The Consequences of Micromanaging: Missed Opportunities 16:22 Finding Balance and Trusting Yourself 18:09 Conclusion: Takeaways and Next Steps You can find out more about Sarah and how to work with her by clicking on the links below: https://www.instagram.com/thebabydetective/ https://www.babydetective.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/babydetective/

    19 min
  2. EPISODE 9

    9. Sleep Training From Birth - understanding how babies learn.

    Get your accompanying guide to this episode by clicking this link: 5 Simple Steps to get your baby sleeping soundly. This episode explores the topic of sleep training for babies from birth. Sarah emphasizes the importance of understanding how babies learn and using that knowledge to gently encourage them to sleep better. The conversation debunks myths and misconceptions surrounding sleep training and highlights the benefits of providing clear sleep signals and meeting the baby's basic needs. It also emphasizes the importance of sleep for both babies and parents and provides practical tips for better sleep. Overall, the conversation aims to empower parents to help their babies sleep well and enjoy their parenting journey. Key Takeaways from this episode. Sleep training is about teaching babies how to go to sleep and stay asleep, and it can start from birth.Babies learn by spotting patterns, and parents can use this to their advantage when sleep training.Meeting the baby's four basic needs (well-fed, well-rested, secure, and free from pain) is crucial for successful sleep training.Using consistent sleep signals, such as white noise, swaddles, and bedtime routines, can help babies understand when it's time to sleep.Sleep is a necessity for both babies and parents, and prioritizing sleep can lead to better physical and mental well-being.Here is the accompanying guide to this episode: 5 Simple Steps to get your baby sleeping soundly. You can find out more about Sarah and how to work with her by clicking on the links below: https://www.instagram.com/thebabydetective/ https://www.babydetective.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/babydetective/

    17 min

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Helping pregnant women, new mums and mums of older children be great mums without losing who they are and what they love doing.Set on a tropical island to take people away from all the noise and confusion of real life, we will be exploring parenting topics but also figuring out practical ways they can get the Mama life they want and deserve.