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Sleep Success Story: From every 30 minutes of waking to a baby sleeping peacefully all night.
As I always say, I am in the business of a family sleep transformation. My client Rachel is a perfect example. A busy Physician that works in the Operating Room had a daughter that was nursing every 30-45 minutes all night long. At the same time, the baby was getting increasingly difficult to actually even go to sleep at bedtime, the baby girl wanted to PLAY instead of sleep. Also, Rachel did not have time with her older child because the sleep deprivation and nursing/co-sleeping demands became so dominant.
Rachel considered reading a book, because clearly as a Doctor, she has the capability to put knowledge into action, but she decided it was necessary to have a "team approach" with a coach so she could avoid disagreements on how to implement and to get faster results and have balance and harmony.
I am so happy this family reached out for sleep support! Watch Rachel and Robbie's story in the video below to see how working with a Sleep Expert was a big lifesaver for EVERYONE in the family.
-Rachel and Robbie D. Child 9 months at time of sleep coaching
Rachel encourages mom to not hesitate to call upon EXPERT HELP who you can trust and guide you in a calm, gentle way. As a Physician, finding a science-backed approach with an experienced coach was paramount! Rachel says working with me has lead to their personal wellness as a family! This makes me so happy since I am on a mission to lead a well-rested family revolution!
Thank you for watching Rachel & Robbie's story and I hope this inspires you to realize that it is possible to become a well-rested family. Please share this with any friends that need some help, hope and support right now! Don't ever hesitate to contact me.
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WO3: I Support Her: Heather Anderson, founder of The Mamahood and The Club
I was delighted to interview Heather Anderson, the Founder of The Mamahood, the largest and most diverse support group for mothers in the San Francisco Bay Area, and The Club, an amplification group for women entrepreneurs aiming to reach families.
Not only is Heather an expert in marketing and business strategy, she is also passionate about life and helping others which is why she is a talented community-leading activist in the Northern California Bay Area.
In honor of partnering, promoting, and supporting female-owned businesses, we talked about her journey as a business woman and the awesome advice and ways she supports other female entrepreneurs.
Definitely listen to the interview below, you will learn so much and be inspired.
So when you watch the video, I know you will be impressed and you might also want to know that her other talents include that she’s also an author of a memoir, Liar Liar Heart on Fire, a songwriter for her band, Blue Rabbit, and a mother of five with a penchant for graphic novels and reading cookbooks without actually cooking.
Here are all the ways you can find out about The Club and The Mamahood.
IG for Heather, The Club, The Mamahood:
https://www.instagram.com/heather_lynn_anderson/
https://www.instagram.com/theclub_us/
https://www.instagram.com/the_mamahood_us/
Thank you to Heather Anderson for all the work she does for women-owed business and to Tammi Relyea, founder of the WO3 movement that has created a way to mindfully take action to partner, promote and support female-owned businesses.
WO3: I Support Her: Lisa Duerre Tells Us about the New Normal for Women-Owned Businesses
As part of the WO3 celebration of woman-owned businesses. I am delighted to interview Lisa Duerre is the co-founder and CEO of RLD Group.
She is a woman-owned business that is a collective of coaching and consulting experts that help tech companies and teams take culture transformation out of the clouds, banish burnout, and drive bottom line results.
Lisa hosts the Ctrl+Alt+Delete with Lisa Duerre podcast where she interviews experts in leadership and in the tech industry to help leaders in tech be leaders people want to follow and drive profitability without burning out.
When she’s not busy leading RLD Group or chatting with guests on the podcast, Lisa loves exploring her home area of Portland, Oregon with RLD Group co-founder and husband Randy, their daughter Emily, and fur baby Yogi, their fun loving Cavapoo.
You can find Lisa at:
Lisa Duerre - RLD Group | Rebooting Leadership Drive to Everyone
Today is WO3 Day…I Support Her. Tips on how to promote a female-owned business
Today is WO3 day!
I had the opportunity to talk to the founder of WO3, Tammi Relyea. We discussed all the simple things you can do to support women owned businesses. Don’t worry, you still have time to get motivated and create on how to all the amazing women owned businesses in your life.
What is WO3
WO3 is a grassroots effort to partner, promote and support women-owned businesses. The third Thursday of March was chosen because March is Women’s History Month and what better time to give a shout-out to woman-owned businesses.
How can I help?
Come together this month to purposely support ANY female-owned business. We can have a great impact on each other. There are no rules, you decide who, what, where and how you want to support.
Think about who you know that is a female-owned business and get creative about the ways to support them. For example:
Share your favorite business’s blog to your social media community.
Write a review - Review helps businesses attract other customers so whether its Yelp, Google or Facebook hop on and write a quick review!
Share the social media posts of the businesses you love- Anytime you like a post or share a post you help boost that algorithm. Small businesses need organic activity on social media platforms to get traction instead of wasting money on an ad campaign.
Join WO3 and share their social media posts- let others know about WO3 day and how you are going to support woman-owned businesses! Sign up here www.wo3connect.com/signup
Express your gratitude- Call or drop off a card to let them know how they have made an impact on your life. It's so important for them to know they are seen and appreciated.
Buy female-owned products- Look for female-owned brands whether a day out shopping at local women-owned boutiques, buying a book written by female author or finding female-owned products at the grocery store. Anything helps!
Wear your favorite woman-owned business fashion today. Wear your favorite women-owned products like Bra-serie and give a shout out to the businesses when anyone compliments it!
Get into the spirit of partnering, promoting and supporting women-owned businesses in the month of march. IT’S THE YES YOU WON’T REGRET!
Join the WO3 network
Make the pledge to support woman-owned businesses in anyway this month!
WO3: I Support Her: Dr. Elise Hamilton, Prenatal & Pediatric Chiropractor
Dr. Elise Hamilton is a perinatal and pediatric chiropractor. She loves to share her knowledge by educating her patients to live a healthier life and to truly appreciate their body. She strives to help her patients feel optimal during pregnancy and post-partum. Then once the baby arrives, Dr. Elise provides exceptionally safe and gentle pediatric chiropractic care so more people have successful transitions into parenthood.
We had a incredible conversation about her focused journey to be a female-owned business. She loves collaborating with other female-owned business that also support families. She is a advocate for mothers in the San Francisco Bay Area by making sure every birthing mother knows they can have a wonderful, more comfortable pregnancy and birth, and also that babies can have the best start to life. She is certified in the Webster Technique, which is a chiropractic technique to help adjust and balance the prenatal pelvis. She also has a special ultrasound machine that can help with blocked milks ducks and reduce risk of mastitis. Dr. Elise has done extensive training and classes to perfect her craft and bring the best care all her adult and child patients.
Dr. Elise welcomes any questions about the benefits of chiropractic care for pregnancy, postpartum and infancy. Even if you are not in the San Francisco Bay Area, she can answer your questions and help you find a trained and certified colleague in the city near you.
You can find Dr. Elise Hamilton at:
Hamilton Chiropractic
248A Harbor Blvd
Belmont, CA 90042
650-394-6045
Social Media is @hamiltonchiros
To find a Pediatric Chiropractor in your area please go to: https://icpa4kids.com/
Interview with Tammi Reylea, Founder of W03 Connect: Partner, Promote & Support Female Owned businesses
In celebration of W03 Connect, a grassroots effort to promote partner and support female owned businesses, I am delighted to interview Tammi Reylea, the founder of W03 movement. I cant wait to share the story of how she decided to dedicate herself to this starting and growing this incredible female-owned business movement.
WO3 is a grass-roots movement dedicated to supporting women-owned businesses in three ways: Partner, Promote, and Support. Our goal is to create an annual movement on March 26, 2022 to raise awareness of female-owned businesses and inspire women to look for opportunities to support her all year round.
Why should You participate?
Impacts Communities:
There is evidence that shows that when we support woman-owned businesses, we are increasing economic stability in the families and communities they live in. Women are more likely to reinvest their profits in their community, family and education.
Access To Funding Is Still Challenging:
Women entrepreneurship is on the rise! That's the good news! However, while female-owned businesses continue to increase at significant rates, according to 2019 American Express "State of Women-Owned Business Report", between 2014 and 2019, "the revenue disparity between women-owned and all privately held businesses has increased since 1997."
Let's Put Our Words Into Action:
Women-owned businesses are becoming the core of our global economy. Our deliberate action and financial support are critical to helping them thrive!
How do I join in the movement?
It's easy to be part of this exciting movement!
Sign-up for the challenge - Don't worry, we'll send you reminders before the event.
On March 26, 2022, go and support ANY woman-owned business or service. YOU decide the amount! YOU decide who you want to support. Click HERE to sign-up.
Your participation in WO3 is also about YOU! The spirit of giving builds long-lasting inner joy for happier lives. Now that's a "win-win!"
Not only is Tammy is passionate, energetic, Tammi is also a fashion visionary and mom-preneur. As designer and founder of BRA_serie, she is on a mission: it’s time to reinvent the bra strap!
After hearing many women ask, “What do I do with these boring bra straps?” Tammi saw the need to evolve the bra strap from a functional necessity into a stylish fashion accessory.
In 2017, she launched her innovative brand called BRA-serie featuring stylish interchangeable bra straps from dainty to daring.
PLEASE JOIN WO3 CONNECT TODAY AND PARTNER, PROMOTE AND SUPPORT A FEMALE OWNED BUSINESS IN MARCH!
WO3: I Support Her - Ann McKtrick, Nurtured Noggins
In celebration of W03, a grassroots effort to promote, partner and support female owned businesses, I am delighted to interview Ann McKitrick. She is an incredible female-owned business who has started 3 businesses! Nurtured Noggins offers fabulous online classes for expectant parents: BirthSchool and QuickStart Guide for Parents . Ann also has a new Podcast called Parenting In The First Three Years . Lastly, Ann is the creator of TexasChildcareTraining.
Ann has always been drawn to children. She has been immersed in the field of early childhood education for 30+ years. She has worn the hats of infant teacher, University Program Director, College Professor, Children’s Pastor, Teacher Trainer, Parent Coach, Conference Speaker and Autism Consultant over the years. She loves to study children as they talk, play and interact and then look to child development theory to explain their unique take on the world, and why they do what they do. Helping others understand this magic of children is what makes Ann tick!
Ann is a Mom to three awesome young adults, Mimi to 3 grand babies, former foster parent to infants in crisis and an advocate for children everywhere. She is committed to helping new parents navigate the first years.
Ann offers 1-1 parent coaching (for grandparents too), group coaching, and parenting courses, as well weekly podcast for first-time parents.
Ann McKitrick, MS
Early Childhood Specialist & Parenting Coach
Parenting in the First 3 Years Podcast
You can find Ann McKitrick at:
Podcast: Parenting in the First 3 Years https://anchor.fm/ann-mckitrick
Website: https://www.facebook.com/nurturednoggins for Birth School & Quick-Start Guide for Newborns
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurturednoggins/
Facebook: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-mckitrick-5aa6592a/
Spring Forward 2022 - March 13th Time Change Tips and Tricks
It is time to “Spring Forward”!
In the US, we will turn our clocks ahead one hour at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 13th, 2022 and in Europe, it is on March 27.
Personally, I am looking forward to the extra daylight and a dose of Vitamin D from the sunshine. As with all time changes, the family should be prepared and expect some sleep disruptions. Below are some tips and strategies on how to tackle it all.
Be patient as it does take the body 5-10 days for the natural circadian rhythm to get back on track.
If you employ these tips, it will be easier for you to support yourself and your little ones through this time-change transition.
This time change can often be very difficult for children.
After all, imagine being used to a 7pm bedtime and now it’s been moved to what your body feels is 6pm!
To make the transition easier, I have outlined some tips to help your baby or toddler make a gentle change. Don’t worry. There are a couple of ways to tackle this transition and you can choose the one that suits your style and your child’s needs the best.
Before the time change…be diligent that your child is getting adequate naps so that they aren’t overtired.
Be prepared for your baby’s bedtime to feel earlier, since it actually is earlier. Remember, we’re jumping ahead a full hour, so what used to be 6:00 p.m. is now 7:00 p.m. (but it will still feel like 6:00 p.m. to your baby).
Exposure to morning light can help the body “reset” the circadian rhythm. If it’s too cold, open the windows and let in some natural light.
Try to get at least thirty minutes of sunlight first thing in the morning for that initial week to help your body tune into the time change.
I recommend that you choose between two transition methods for Daylight Savings Time.
Transition Method 1: Pretend that Nothing Has Changed on March 13th.
Best method for families with “early rising” tendencies (up before 6am)
Best method for busy parents who already feel “rushed” at bedtime.
If you have a child that actually wakes up before 6am, then this may be the right method for you. This method is probably the easiest for most families, as you will follow your daily routine according to the clock, but everything will be pushed ahead one hour.
If you choose this method do the following:
Move your clock ahead an hour on Saturday night 3/12/22, and proceed with your normal day Sunday.
Note: be aware that following this “do nothing approach” means your child will lose an hour, which has the potential to create a struggle at bedtime, because bedtime will be a full hour earlier than it was last night.
Because your baby or toddler is not aware that the time has changed, they will wake up at their normal time (hopefully), but instead of 6:00 a.m., it will be 7:00 a.m. (see what I mean about solving that pesky early rising issue?).
However, don't let your child sleep past 7:30 or 8am or else bedtime will be harder.
Proceed with your normal day, and be sure that your meals and naps, and bedtime are at the appropriate time (you may have to watch the clock).
Remember that your baby will be going to bed at their “regular time”. For example, if your baby is used to a 7:00 p.m. bedtime, put them to bed at the NEW 7:00 p.m. (which was previously 6:00 p.m.). It is very possible that meals and naps will fall into place naturally with this method, but be prepared that your child may not actually be tired at bedtime yet. Remember, they don’t understand why they’ve lost an hour, and it’s suddenly still light out at bedtime, so you may have to be a bit flexible or now might be the time to install those room darkening shades.
Transition Method 2: Make DAILY adjustments
Best for families that know the time change will be hard on their kiddo
Best for families who feel more secure when they “plan in advance”
About 5-7 days before the time change, begin putting your child to bed 10-20 minutes earlier, moving the time back every day or few days until you reach a full hour. So, if your child has a 7:00 p.m. bedtime, you want to begin with bedtime at 6:40 p.m. then 6:20 p.m., then 6:00 p.m.
Be consistent as possible with your baby’s food and sleep schedule. This means that you need to shift all meals, snacks, and naps earlier as well.
Watch the clock to stay on the new schedule of 30 minutes earlier.
Don’t forget to wake your child a bit earlier to help with this transition schedule.
After about a week, your child should be back at their 7:00 p.m. bedtime.
Adjust all meals, snacks, and naps to fit the “new” schedule on the same day that you shift to your child’s new, fully-adjusted bedtime.
Here is an example: If your baby or toddler’s bedtime is 7 pm, it will look like this:
Wednesday 3/9/22: 6:40 pm bedtime
Thursday 3/10/22: 6:30 pm bedtime
Friday: 3/11/22 6:20 pm bedtime
Saturday 3/12/22: 6:10 pm bedtime
Sunday 3/13/22: 7 pm bedtime (new time—old time will be 6 pm)
Keep in mind that the goal is to be back to your baby’s normal bedtime (and routine) in just a few days (some children may take a bit longer, so don’t fret if your child takes a week or so).
Tips for Parents:
Eliminate all caffeine after 1:30 p.m. in order to make it easier to go to bed earlier.
If possible, also avoid alcohol which negatively affects sleep.
Go to bed 15 minutes earlier than usual on the Thursday 3/10/22.
On Friday 3/11/22 go to bed 30 minutes earlier than usual.
On Saturday try to go to bed 45 minutes earlier than your usual bedtime (notice a pattern?).
Whichever method you choose, it’s important to remember that your baby’s internal clock is used to Standard Time. You may need to revert to some sleep training methods for a few days to help ease the time change. “Springing forward” also means that nights are shorter, which may be an issue for some children who are used to dark winter nights. Remember, every child is different, and your little one will adjust, but don’t fret if it’s not overnight (some toddlers can take a few weeks to adjust!). Prepare for the transition to take a few days, and watch for those sleep cues that will tell you when your child is tired and ready to sleep!
Overview On How To Handle Daylight Saving Time:
Decide which Daylight Savings sleep transition method you want to use to help your child adjust.
Take your baby’s internal clock into account and watch for sleepy cues.
Check to see if light is an issue, and consider purchasing room-darkening shades for bedtime, but also expose them to morning light in that first week to “reset” their internal clock.
Most importantly, be flexible and patient. A time change is often hard on kids and adults alike. Readjustment can take about 5-9 days. Just be mindful of the clock and your schedule.
Keep evening plans calm and watch for sleepy cues. Dim the lights in house and avoid screen-time that can be too stimulating.
If needed, use your preferred sleep training method to help encourage sleep and help your baby get the rest he/she needs.
If after the time change you are still having challenging sleep struggles, than don't hesitate to schedule a Time-Change Tune-Up.
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I look forward to helping you restore easy and calm bedtimes, quiet, peaceful nights, reliable naps and harmonious, confident parenting!
As pediatric sleep expert and a trained and certified Gentle Sleep Coach. I offer an alternative to the “cry it out” methodology. I am on a mission to help parents tenderly teach the “skills of sleep” to their children through a guilt-free, gentle approach and a full-service, proven system to promote a gentle, reassuring, gradual change that results in drama-free bedtimes, peaceful nights, reliable naps, and marital harmony. Want to find out more?
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Let’s Support Female Entrepreneurs!! Get Ready for WO3 Day - March 26, 2022
I am proud to be on the Executive Committee Member for WO3 which is a grass-roots movement dedicated to supporting women-owned businesses in three ways: Partner, Promote, and Support.
Our goal is to create an annual movement (WO3 Day) to raise awareness of female-owned/female-led businesses and inspire women to look for opportunities to support her all year round.
Each year, WO3 is held on the last Saturday in March (Women’s History Month). It’s scheduled this year on Saturday, March 26, 2022.
My call to action to you is simple and it’s easy:
1) Go out and support at least one woman-owned business on Saturday, March 26, 2022. Your support can be local and/or global. Our mission is to build a global community of women that comes together for just ONE DAY to support female- own/female led businesses. There are no “rules!” You decide who, where, and how you want to show your support on WO3 day.
2) Let us know your committed to joining in on the movement by making your pledge at https://www.wo3connect.com/signup. It will take you 30 seconds.
3) Spread the word to family, friends and colleagues.
WO3 is the brainchild of BRA-série (www.braserie.com) Founder & CEO Tammi Relyea, a Northern California entrepreneur who is passionate about supporting woman-owned businesses.
Launching BRA-sériē introduced Tammi to dozens of other women entrepreneurs and business owners and WOhelped her realize that many of the challenges she faced are shared by other women running their own business.
Let's do this....Let us know your committed to joining in on the movement by making your pledge at https://www.wo3connect.com/signup. It will take you 30 seconds.
Let’s Praise the Female Entrepreneur!
