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Mothering From Within
Introducing Mothering from Within - the podcast that empowers and supports new mothers on their journey through early motherhood. Join host Kaili Ets, a seasoned pediatric occupational therapist and your holistic baby guru, as she provides credible information, emotional support, and practical solutions for navigating the ups and downs of motherhood. Through solo shows and guest interviews, Mothering from Within will help you gain confidence, trust your instincts, and embrace motherhood on your terms. Get ready to connect, learn, and lead your family with courage and confidence.
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Mothering From Within
Ep.63: Slowing Down So Your Baby’s Nervous System Can Catch Up
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Ep. 63 | Slowing Down So Your Baby’s Nervous System Can Catch Up
In this episode of Mothering From Within, Kaili reflects on something she’s still actively practicing in her hands-on work with babies: patience.
Our adult brains move quickly—we’re often thinking about the next step, the next task, or the next thing to try. But babies experience the world very differently. Their nervous systems process sensation, emotion, and movement much more slowly than ours.
When we move too quickly, babies often show us through cues like crying, arching, restlessness, or difficulty settling.
Drawing on insights from her osteopathy training and years of working with infants, Kaili explains why pausing, waiting, and staying present allows the baby’s body to respond in its own time. When given space, nervous systems soften naturally.
You’ll hear simple, everyday examples where slowing down can make a real difference, including:
• Picking your baby up
• Diaper changes
• Feeding pauses
• Bedtime transitions
Kaili also shares a moment from a recent session that reminded her why patience matters so much in this work.
This episode invites parents to notice where rushing may be happening in daily routines—and how even a small pause can shift connection and regulation for both you and your baby.
If you’re feeling like everything needs to happen quickly with your baby, this episode is a gentle reminder that sometimes slowing down is the support.
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In This Episode
00:00 Welcome to the Podcast
01:15 Why Patience Matters in Baby Work
03:10 Why Babies Need More Time to Process
05:51 Everyday Moments Where Slowing Down Helps
08:25 A Session Moment That Changed Everything
09:25 A Reflection for Parents
10:36 Free Guide + Resources
11:09 Closing Thoughts
Resources Mentioned
Calm Baby Blueprint (Free Guide)
A gentle place to start noticing what your baby’s body may be communicating.
Mothering From Within (Book)
Kaili’s guide to helping parents reconnect with their instincts and understand their baby through a nervous-system lens.