Loving Lessons Learned- The Sleep Coaching Podcast
I used to be a tired, overwhelmed, and anxious parent because my children were not sleeping. But, then I taught my children how to sleep and now I’m a calm, confident, and rested parent due to my training as a Gentle Sleep Coach, Educator, Postpartum Doula, Infant Feeding Specialist, and Parent Mentor.
What's important to know…In our most sleep deprived moments our children will teach us exactly what we need about love and life, in order to learn and grow into who we were created to be.
These are the loving lessons we will learn whether we want to or not. I’m Irene Gouge, your sleep coach and I’m on a mission to educate parents on how to help your child sleep!
In this podcast we will talk about all things sleep, feeding, and play related when it comes to parenting our newborns, infants, toddlers, and preschoolers!
Let's get SLEEP!
Using the SLEEP acronym means parent can learn to:
S- Show up as a calm, confident, and rested parent
L- Lead and guide your routines with trust and respect
E- Establish environments and communication that support the routines
E- Empower your child and Embrace the learning process
P- Play, have fun, and become the parent you want to be while everyone gets sleep!
Welcome to the parenting journey here at Loving Lessons Learned!
Episodes
41 episodes
Ep 40 Perfectionism in Parenting: How to Let Go of Mom Guilt and Show Up With Love
Ever find yourself spiraling after a small parenting “fail”? Like that time you lost your cool, forgot something important, or—like me—had a full-on coughing fit in the middle of a live video? 😅In this episode of Revive in 5<...
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Ep. 39 Holistic Wellness for Women & Their Family with The Mama Tribe Village
Many parents today are searching for holistic health solutions, but does that mean they have to reject traditional medicine? Lizzie Wilson, a pharmacist-turned-holistic wellness advocate, says no! In this episode, we...
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Ep.38 The Power of Parenting Support: How TAPS is Changing Lives
"Parenting shouldn’t be a solo journey. Every parent deserves a community that lifts them up." - Monica RichardsonIn this episode, I chat with Monica Richardson, Executive Director of Triangle Area Parenting Support (TAPS), ...
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Episode 38
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Ep. 37- Breastfeeding Essentials: What You Need to Know about feeding your baby - Insights from a Lactation Consultant
Did you know your baby’s feeding routine holds the key to better sleep? In this episode, Courtney Miller from the Better Boob, an IBCLC, dives deep into the powerful connection between feeding and sleep. Whether you’re breastfeeding, bott...
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Episode 37
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Ep. 36 Growing your Family through Adoption and Simplifying the Meal Prep
Feeling overwhelmed with family chaos? Join Billie Jo Cochran from Billie Jo’s Kitchen she shares her transformativ...
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Ep. 35 Parenting on the Go: How to keep your sanity when you travel
Discover holiday travel hacks that will transform your family adventures! In this episode, I share packing tips, sleep strategies, and ways to manage feeding and play on the go. Plus, learn why recording your child’s breathing could be a game-c...
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Ep. 34 Navigating the Fourth Trimester: Newborn Care Specialists and Postpartum Support
In this episode of Loving Lessons Learned, we’re joined by infant care professional Kelly Settipani, who shares her journey from nanny to certified newborn care specialist. We dive deep into the fourth trimester, exploring what it takes t...
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Ep. 33 Connecting Working Moms Through Faith with Stephanie Llorente from Restored
In this episode, Stephanie Llorente, founder of the Restored community for working moms, shares her journey of building a support ...
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Ep. 32 Your Pelvic Floor Sucks: How Early Movement Patterns Shape Core Strength, Pelvic Health, and Better Sleep
How can your child’s early movement patterns impact their lifelong health? Join us as we talk with Lindsay Mumma, a rehabilitative chiropractor, who sheds light on how essential early-year movements support our bodies in ways that affect core s...
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Episode 32
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Ep. 31 Build your Circle: Support for Parents and Providers
In this episode, we explore how building a supportive community can transform your family's overall well-being. Chrissy Fishbane and C...
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Episode 31
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40:45
Ep. 30 Tips for Better Wakeful Windows and More Joy in Parenting Toddler
Feeling overwhelmed by your toddler’s tantrums? You’re not alone! In this episode, I sit down with Sara Whaley, a behavior analyst and parent coach from
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Ep. 29 Balancing Your Health with Insights from a Pelvic Floor PT
In this episode of Loving Lessons Sleep Solutions, host Irene Gouge welcomes Dr. Rachel, a pelvic floor physical thera...
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Episode 29
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Ep.28 - From Chaos to Calm: Why does my child wake every 2 hours?
In this episode of the "Loving Lessons Sleep Solutions" podcast, we explore the common problem of children waking up every two hours during the night. Using the SLEEP principles, we share simple, practical strategies to help your child fall asl...
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Episode 28
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Ep.27-The Role of the Nervous System in Your Child’s Sleep
There is a profound impact that chiropractic care can have on infant and child sleep. Dr. Renee Schneeman with Verve Holistic, sh...
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Ep.26-Breaking the Cycle: Overcoming Birth Trauma to Improve Parenting and Sleep
In this episode, Irene Gouge sits down with licensed psychologist
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43:51
Ep. 25 The Power of YES Spaces: Simplify Parentings, Improve Sleep
In this episode we explore the powerful impact of YES spaces on your child’s sleep and overall development. Discover how crea...
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31:11
Ep.24- Building Emotional Intelligence as a Family
In this week’s podcast interview, Claudia Rickard, the English Hypnotist, delves into the essence of building emotional intelligence withi...
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Episode 24
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47:59
Ep.23- Approaching Whole Body Wellness from All Sides of You
Are you truly aware of the subtle nuances of movement and how they might be affecting your body? How we feed, move, and notice sensations in our bodies can pave the way for remarkable whole-body wellness. Today, we have
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Episode 23
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44:37
Ep 22.- Little Foodies: Overcoming Picky Eating in Early Childhood
Meal times should be a time of enjoyment and connection. But if you have a picky eater, then the power struggle is real. Today, on our latest podcast episode, I had the pleasure of connecting with Kerry Lett from Milestones Nutrition, wh...
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Episode 22
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28:54
Ep. 21 Nourishment after Birth in the Fourth Trimester
Nourishing your body after giving birth can be a challenge. Asking for what you need to recover and heal is a skill and process. Today I’m connecting with Stephanie who is a postpartum doula from
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Episode 21
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39:03
Ep.20- Dancing through the Wakeful Windows
Sleep needs vary in each season of parenting. As our children grow and develop, their wake windows also expand. As these wakeful windows lengthen, it can create some stress for parents trying to figure out what to do next ...
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Episode 20
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45:30
Ep. 19 Building Resilience:Taking Action through Movement in your Community
What do you do during the wakeful windows with your little one? That play window can feel like a daunting task and can sometimes make parents feel like they can’t wait for the next sleep window. In this encouraging episode, we tac...
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Episode 19
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Ep.18- Sleepless and Overwhelming Beginnings: becoming the parent I wanted to be
Parenting is a journey filled with expectations and realities that rarely align perfectly. As a parent, I've experienced overwhelmed emotions, sleepless nights, and the constant struggle between how I thought things would be and how they actual...
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Episode 18
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33:06
EP. 17 Why is my baby waking up at night? - Understanding Sleep Cycles & Sleep Stages
Why is your little one waking up and keeping you up at night? That is the question that so many parents ask. In this episode I’ll address the reasons why your little one, whether you have a newborn, an infant, a toddler or&nbs...
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Ep. 16 When Good Sleep Goes Bad- Understanding the so called “Sleep Regression”
Ah, sleep regressions – when good sleep goes bad, that can leave even the most seasoned parents feeling like they're back at square one. Just when you thought you had it all figured out, your little one decides to throw a curveball and su...
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