Coffee and Cosleeping

This week, Amanda and Adriana spend time discussing cosleeping, (the biggest initial inspiration behind their mission to normalize parts of motherhood), from the perspective of moms that made the decision to do so early on in their journeys as parents. They talk through bed-sharing safety, share their firsthand experiences, and address some listener-submitted Q&A! The mamas also share resources and accounts they each found helpful, and that empowered and educated them in their choices since becoming parents. Whether you’re a parent to a toddler and still navigating sleep expectations or expecting a little one and considering sleep options, this episode is for you! Check out the links below for resources and sleep expert accounts mentioned in today's episode.

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Links mentioned in today's episode: 

https://cosleeping.nd.edu/why-this-website/ 

https://www.llli.org/the-safe-sleep-seven/   

https://www.instagram.com/officialsleepingbeauties/

https://www.instagram.com/taylorkulik/

https://www.instagram.com/heysleepybaby/

https://www.instagram.com/cosleepy/

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Today’s episode is sponsored by:  

BrightBox: Receive $3 off an add on with code: COSLEEPING3 at https://www.brightboxes.com/pages/build-your-own-box

Compassion, curiosity, and connection, are exactly what therapist Bryana Kappadakunnel, (also known as “Conscious Mommy”), advocates for in the realm of parenthood. This episode is a moving, honest, and passionate account on why it’s so important to recognize and assess triggers through self reflection while raising little ones. Bryana inspires Amanda and Adriana to get as real and raw as ever while they discuss the journey to self awareness through conscious parenting. She reminds listeners that this practice comes with time, dedication, but also an acceptance of the missteps that are made along the way - because conscious parenting isn't perfect parenting, and so often the beauty of it lies in the recovery.

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Links mentioned in today's episode:

https://www.instagram.com/consciousmommy/

www.consciousmommy.com/ 

https://learning.consciousmommy.com/courses/triggers

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Today’s episode is sponsored by: 

BrightBox: Receive $3 off an add on with code: COSLEEPING3 at https://www.brightboxes.com/pages/build-your-own-box

Jon Gustin, known across social media for his relatable and humorous take on parenthood, joins to share his experiences with raising little ones, parental guilt, breaking away from gendered stereotypes, the “parenting conundrum”, and so much more - all from a father’s perspective!  The conversation takes heartfelt turns as Jon talks about the gifts of watching his daughter and son grow to take on their own interests, advice he's been given by more seasoned parents, and how that's affected his hope for a deep and connected bond with his children for years to come. (He also happens to be just as passionate about all things coffee as Amanda and Adriana - listen through to the end for a bit of true coffee chat!) 

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Links mentioned in today's episode: 

https://www.instagram.com/thetireddadlife/ 

https://www.tiktok.com/@the.tired.dad 

https://www.bonfire.com/store/thetireddad/

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Today’s episode is sponsored by:

BrightBox: Receive $3 off an add on with code: COSLEEPING3 at https://www.brightboxes.com/pages/build-your-own-box

Amanda and Adriana tackle boundary setting in this important and packed episode! Boundary setting can be challenging, but becomes critical throughout parenthood. Listen in as the mamas discuss their recent experiences with this, the consequences of not honoring their boundaries, and respecting their children’s, as well.

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In a very special first guest episode, the mamas are joined by author, podcast host and founder of @theautismcafe, Eileen Lamb. They discuss her son Charlie’s diagnosis of Autism, and how it in turn led to her own diagnosis. In explaining the spectrum of Autism, she informs listeners of what symptoms to look for in children and adults and what the journey to a diagnosis can look like. Eileen embodies the true spirit of motherhood: strength, compassion, and unwavering dedication to the well-being of her children, as she shares how she continues advocating for them by leading with intuition and persistently seeking solutions.

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Links mentioned in today's episode:

https://instagram.com/theautismcafe?utm_medium=copy_link

https://theautismcafe.com/eileen-lamb/

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1949759318/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_TMTG9FA6QERAPJ1X189Q

https://www.autismspeaks.org/screen-your-child

Today’s episode is sponsored by: 

BrightBox: Receive $3 off an add on with code: COSLEEPING3 at https://www.brightboxes.com/pages/build-your-own-box

Amanda and Adriana dive right into their experiences with facing misconceptions as new moms. They each share some of the most surprising things they're learning along the way, the truth behind redefining their villages, and challenges they've overcome through it all. Tune in to hear about misconceptions regarding relationship dynamics, solo parenthood, and more!  

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Meet Amanda and Adriana in the official relaunch of Coffee and Cosleeping podcast! On their first episode together, they introduce themselves to listeners, discuss new beginnings, and talk about how they're handling their intentions in the New Year. 

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This week the hosts dive into their biggest struggles in motherhood, how to overcome mom guilt, the value of positive affirmations, perfectionist tendencies and failures. Alexis shares the importance of self love and how it effects your relationship, while quoting the Queen herself. Amanda opens up about how her childhood plays a role in her parenting, while tooting her horn for her latest mom “win”. On a mission to share all aspects of motherhood; even the raw and at times laughable.

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Links mentioned in today's episode:

https://brightboxes.shop/ 

Use code: cosleeping

**TRIGGER WARNING**

This week the hosts are joined by educator and host of first name basis podcast, Jasmine Bradshaw. Jasmine dives right in sharing her passion for teaching children about race, strategies on how to raise actively anti racist children, gas-lighting and critical race theory. They discuss how taking a self inventory of our own bias can lead to important and necessary conversations with our children. Alexis opens up about how vital Jasmine’s podcast has been for her personally as a bi-racial woman and mother. Amanda discusses the importance our children hold when it comes to creating change, while also speaking on where the responsibility lies in educating about race.

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Links mentioned in today's episode:

https://firstnamebasis.libsyn.com 

https://instagram.com/firstname.basis?utm_medium=copy_link

https://brightboxes.shop/

Use code: Cosleeping

This week the hosts are joined by Registered Nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Aubri Lutz. Not only does Aubri get Coffee and Cosleeping’s top endorsement as their favorite lactation consultant on Instagram, but she also delivers the most informative breastfeeding episode to date. From pace-feeding both breast-fed and formula fed babies to the detailed steps to successfully feed our tinies, supply issues, tips for weaning and so much more! Aubri shocks and amazes the hosts with her approach to breastfeeding education. Amanda discusses the challenges of being an over producer while Aubri and Alexis discuss their own struggles with production and breastfeeding confidence in this educating episode. 

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Links mentioned in today’s episode: 

https://instagram.com/lutz.lactation?utm_medium=copy_link 

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https://brightboxes.shop 

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