Welcome back to The Night Feed, your cosy, honest companion for the sleepless hours of new motherhood.

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In this episode, I dive into:

🌕 Full Moon Energy – Does the moon really mess with our moods and sleep? I break down the science and the feels; from studies on melatonin to why midwives swear by “busier nights.”

🦷 Teething Talk – From fridge-cold toys to amber necklaces, we explore what works, what doesn’t, and what’s actually safe.

💔 Losing Friends After Baby – A moving letter from listener Hannah in Bristol on how motherhood changed her friendships, and learning to find new, deeper connections.

🚗 Car Cheat Code – The unexpected sound that instantly calms a crying baby during car meltdowns (hint: it’s not The Happy Song).

👶 “I’m With the Boomers on This One” – A hilarious thread of mum opinions that might just restore your sanity:

• Babies need socks.
• Crying doesn’t equal trauma.
• Not every toy has to be wooden and beige.
• It’s okay if you fed your baby from a jar.

🎄 What’s Trending: Elf on the Shelf season is coming: brace yourselves.

🫶 Self-Care Reminder: Lower the bar, and call it self-care.
Sometimes the most nurturing thing you can do is let the laundry sit, eat toast for dinner, and stop trying to be the “old you.”

✨ Quote of the Week:
“When you stop chasing the version of you before motherhood, you finally meet the stronger, softer version you were meant to become.”

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Goodnight!

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Welcome back to The Night Feed, the podcast here to keep you new mums company through those long, sleepless nights.

This week I had a chat with the lovely Mailee Dunn in Western Australia. We spoke about Elimination Communication (toilet training from as young as newborn) and she shared her experience, advice and tips if this is something you're looking to try.

Here's the resources Mailee recommends in the episode:

"The Diaper-Free Baby" by Christine Gross-loh.

Facebook - Elimination communication support group.

Instagram - search Elimination Communication for lots of reels with tips

https://godiaperfree.com/elimination-communication/

YouTube 'elimination communication' for practical videos

Podcasts 'elimination communication' and choose from selection

Keep your emails coming in to thenightfeedpodcast@gmail.com

Have a restful night ahead, goodnight!

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Welcome back to The Night Feed, the podcast keeping new mums company through those long, sleepless nights. In this episode, I read listener emails that will make you laugh, cry, and feel a little more human.

From Sophie’s 3am comparison spiral (“Why do all the other mums look like they’ve got it together?”) to Laura’s unforgettable baby class blowout (yes, there was poo everywhere), and Emma’s heartfelt question about missing her old self: this episode is a comforting reminder that none of us have it all figured out.

I also shares a simple self-care tip for exhausted mums, plus a trending TikTok tip. Whether you’re pacing the floor, cluster feeding, or trying to drink a hot cup of tea for once, this one’s for you.

💛 In this episode:

• Mum confessions that will make you feel seen
• How to stop comparing yourself to “perfect” mums online
• The blowout that shook baby sensory
• Reconnecting with the person you were before motherhood
• Charlotte’s self-care idea: have a treat day — because you deserve one

🎧 Tune in wherever you are; from Houston to Perth to Reykjavik, and join the growing Night Feed community of mums awake together around the world.

If you’d like to send me your voice notes or a letter it’s thenightfeedpodcast@gmail.com.

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