Ep. 34 Navigating the Fourth Trimester: Newborn Care Specialists and Postpartum Support

In this episode of Loving Lessons Learned, we’re joined by infant care professional Kelly Settipani, who shares her journey from nanny to certified newborn care specialist.  We dive deep into the fourth trimester, exploring what it takes to support parents and newborns during these critical early months.

Kelly discusses the differences between a postpartum doula and a newborn care specialist, sharing valuable tips for setting up gentle sleep and feeding routines. She explains how understanding a baby’s cues can make all the difference and offers practical advice for new parents who want to establish calm, predictable routines in the home.

Whether you’re a new parent or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with loving insights and practical advice that support every family’s journey to restful sleep and strong family bonds.

Key Loving Lessons Learned in this episode: 

🟣 Understanding Newborn Cues: Recognize signs like sleepy gazes or hunger signals to better respond to your baby's needs.

🟣 Establishing Gentle Routines: Setting up feeding and sleep routines can improve the entire family's well-being.

🟣 Knowing the Roles: Postpartum doulas focus on the whole family, while newborn care specialists center on baby-specific care.

🟣 Planning Support Early: Booking a newborn care specialist early helps ensure the availability of needed support.

🟣 Embracing Help: It’s okay to seek help from professionals or family to thrive in this new stage of life.

Resources mentioned to help you keep learning & growing: 

⭐Learn more about Kelly Settapani  with KelSet Newborn Care 

⭐ Butterfly Swaddle 

Use the coupon code: Sleep10 

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