Welcome to another episode of Thriving Parenting! Today, we're diving into a critical yet often overlooked challenge in parenting—stress and how it affects your ability to truly connect and attune to your baby’s needs.

Parenting is overwhelming, and stress is inevitable. But what happens when stress takes over? It clouds our judgment, pushes us into survival mode, and makes it nearly impossible to attune to the subtle cues our baby gives us. In this episode, we unpack:

• What attunement really means and why it's the key to understanding your baby beyond their basic needs
• How stress literally rewires your brain, shutting down logical thinking and problem-solving
• The hidden sources of parenting stress—from sleep deprivation and emotional overload to the mental load of managing a household
• How to break the stress cycle, regulate your emotions, and create an environment where both you and your baby thrive

The truth? You know your baby best—but only when you have the capacity to tune in. And that starts with reducing stress, tuning into your own needs, and trusting yourself.

If you've been feeling overwhelmed, constantly second-guessing your parenting, or simply running on empty, this episode is for you.

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Until next time, Thrivers—give yourself grace.