If you find yourself worrying about what's to come in regards to your baby's sleep, you're not alone!

Have you ever heard about "The 4-Month Sleep Regression?" 
I know... Silly question.

But whether it's your baby about to be ~4 months of age, you are planning how you'll get them to sleep without being swaddled or wondered if you'll ever feel ready to put them in a crib in their own room, this episode is for you!

The episode is all about easing anticipation anxiety and re-framing transitions as a normal part of your baby's growth - not a sign that something is going wrong. 

Learn more about working with Ashley: Birth Baby Sleep

Explore classes and support inside the Bringing Up Baby VIP Community

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If you’ve ever found yourself Googling “is this normal?” in the middle of the night, this episode is for you.

In this episode, Ashley breaks down some of the most common baby behaviors that cause parents stress, anxiety, and second-guessing — and explains why many of them are actually developmentally normal. Normal doesn’t always mean easy, but understanding what’s typical can help reduce unnecessary worry in those early months.

Why newborn sleep can be surprisingly noisy

The truth about short naps in the first few months

What cluster feeding really means (and what it doesn’t)

Why wanting to be held isn’t a “bad habit”

Why you might be concerned if Baby sleeps too long

Whether you’re pregnant, in the newborn stage, or supporting someone who is, this episode will help you feel more confident and less alone.

Learn more about working with Ashley: Birth Baby Sleep

Explore classes and support inside the Bringing Up Baby VIP Community

Follow along on Instagram @birth_baby_sleep

If this episode was helpful, please consider subscribing, sharing with a parent who needs reassurance, or leaving a review — it helps more families find this support.

In this episode, Osteopath Kaitlyn Sobey breaks down what’s really happening in babies labelled with reflux or colic, and how some birth experiences can create tension that affects feeding, digestion, and comfort. We explore common signs of tension parents can spot at home, when collaboration between an osteopath and lactation consultant is most helpful, what changes to expect after treatment, and how to tell when a baby is truly relaxed in their body. A clear, calming guide for parents navigating early feeding and settling challenges. 

HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby Sleep  |  WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM

GUEST: Kaitlyn Sobey, Osteopath with Cornerstone Naturopathic  |  WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM

In this episode, we chat with speech-language pathologist Juliana McLaren about how babies develop chewing and feeding skills.

Juliana breaks down when and how chewing emerges, what really matters when starting solids, and how different feeding approaches — from baby-led weaning to spoon-feeding — shape oral development. She also shares practical tips for supporting your baby’s feeding journey, and signs it might be time to seek help.

For more information:

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital's Feeding According to Development Level chart. 

Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby Sleep
Website: www.birthbabysleep.ca
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Guest: Juliana McLaren, owner of One Bite at a Time: Swallowing and Speech Services
Website: www.1biteatatime.ca
Instagram @1biteatatimeca

Learn about what you can do to support your little one (and yourself!) during this weekend's fall time change to end Daylight Savings Time.

In this episode, I'm covering my best tips and we're troubleshooting real life scenarios and specific recommendations based on your baby's age.

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Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby Sleep
Website: www.birthbabysleep.ca
Instagram and Facebook @birth_baby_sleep

Curious about low intervention birth?
Join me and Doula Liz Burns for a real, no-fluff conversation about what it actually means to have a low intervention birth — and what it doesn’t. We’ll unpack common myths, talk through hospital policies, and share practical insights to help you feel informed, empowered, and confident in your choices.

Just a heads up: This isn’t about telling you how to give birth — it’s about giving you tools and information so you can make the best decision for you.

--> Resources shared in this episode can be found HERE.

For more information:

Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby Sleep
Website: www.birthbabysleep.ca
Instagram and Facebook @birth_baby_sleep

Guest: Liz Burns, owner of Driftwood Doula
Website: www.driftwooddoula.com
Instagram @diftwooddoula

In this episode, we're chatting with perinatal therapist, Madeleine Stobbe about what really happens to our relationships after having a baby. We get into the messy, beautiful, and sometimes overwhelming changes that come with new parenthood — from communication struggles to shifting roles and expectations. She shares some super helpful tips, real talk, and go-to resources for staying connected with your partner during this big life transition.

HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth Baby Sleep
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HOST: Madeleine Stobbe, Stobbe Psychological Services
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What has been your biggest challenge in parenthood so far?

What experience/moment made you feel the most confident as a parent?

Our guest, Jess Clerke answers these questions so thoughtfully. She also talks about the dream vs. reality of her personal journey to parenthood and so much more. Welcome back, Jess!

Host: Ashley Cooley, owner of Birth | Baby | Sleep

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Guest: Jessica Clerke

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I have to say, I think this is a pretty cool episode!

Meet Dr. Drew Weatherhead. She's an Associate Professor at Dalhousie University and she specializes in early childhood language and social cognitive development. Her research focuses on infants and young children learn to communicate, understand others, and navigate the social world.

in this episode, Dr. Weatherhead is answering questions like:

and more! 

It's super interesting, so take a listen!

And PS - Dr. Weatherhead and her team are always looking for study participants! Check out their studies and consider participating so you and your little one can help shape how we can support baby language development. See info below to grab more information.

For more information:

HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth Baby Sleep Education & Support Services
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GUEST: Dr. Drew Weatherhead - Cognition and Language Learning Research Group
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Does how you're carrying Baby in pregnancy actually predict their gender?

Does heartburn in pregnancy mean that Baby will have lots of hair?

Lastly, but perhaps what many individuals who are pregnant worry about often... Is lying on your back during your pregnancy really that harmful??

We're looking at what the research says and discussing! Join in :)

For more information:

HOST: Ashley Cooley, owner/operator of Birth Baby Sleep Education & Support Services
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GUEST: Kelsey Marr, PhD, owner of Collective Care Halifax
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