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Baby Sleep Help for Christian Moms / Postpartum, Overstimulated, Naps, Baby Sleep Schedule, Sleep Training

Baby Sleep Help for Christian Moms / Postpartum, Overstimulated, Naps, Baby Sleep Schedule, Sleep Training

ALEXA MARTINEZ 35 Episodes Jul 1, 2026

This podcast offers Christian mothers guidance on baby sleep, postpartum challenges, and sleep training from a faith-based perspective. The host shares her personal journey of exhaustion and anxiety after having her son, and how sleep training transformed their lives. She provides practical advice on naps, schedules, and overcoming overstimulation, while addressing the unique needs of Christian families. Listeners can expect empathetic support and actionable strategies to bring peace and predictability to their homes.

Episodes

EP 37 // What I Wish Someone Told Me as a New Mom: This Won't Last Forever Jul 1, 2026 739 When you’re in the thick of new motherhood, it can feel like the hard parts will last forever; the sleepless nights, the anxiety, the overstimulation, the constant need, the feeling that you may never feel like yourself again. But one thing I wish someone had gently told me as a new mom is this: this won’t last forever. And that truth is both comforting and bittersweet. In this episode, we’re talk
A Prayer for the Exhausted Mom in the Middle of the Night (Bonus Episode) Jun 29, 2026 492 This is just a prayer over your life and your motherhood, when you're exhausted or having a hard time in motherhood. Remember...you matter to God, and you matter to me.   Book your sleep clarity call here: mamamatterstoo.com/call   Instagram (feel free to dm me anytime!): instagram.com/mama.matters.too   FREE GUIDE: Why Your Baby Is Waking Every 2–3 Hours (And What To Fix First) https://mamamatter
EP 36 // What to Do at 2am When Your Baby Won’t Go Back to Sleep Jun 24, 2026 1260 What do you do when your baby wakes up at 2am and will NOT go back to sleep? In this episode, we are walking through a simple, practical plan for those exhausting middle-of-the-night wakes. You’ll learn how to pause before reacting, check for real needs, decide when to feed, respond consistently, and avoid creating patterns you don't want to keep- all without leaving your baby feeling abandoned. I
EP 35 // Is Your Baby Overtired or Undertired? How to Fix Your Baby’s Sleep Schedule Fast Jun 5, 2026 1428 Is your baby overtired… or undertired? If you’ve ever tried to troubleshoot baby sleep, you know how confusing this question can feel. Your baby fights naps, are they overtired or not tired enough? They wake 45 minutes after bedtime; do they need an earlier bedtime or more awake time? They’re up at night; is the schedule off, or is something else going on? In this episode, we’re breaking down one
EP 34 // How to Sleep Train Without “Cry It Out” But Still Get Results May 29, 2026 1231 Can you sleep train without doing cry-it-out? If you’re an exhausted mom who desperately needs sleep but feels uncomfortable with harsh sleep training methods, this episode is for you. Today we’re talking about the middle ground between “do nothing and just survive” and “shut the door and don’t go back in.” Because you do not have to choose between abandoning your baby and abandoning yourself. In
EP 33 // What to Do When Your Baby Wants to Nurse Every Time They Wake Up May 21, 2026 1012 Does your baby wake up and immediately want to nurse every single time? Maybe you’ve tried rocking, patting, the pacifier, or waiting a few minutes — but nothing works until you nurse again. In this episode, we’re talking about what to do when nursing has become the only way your baby knows how to fall back asleep. You’ll learn how to tell the difference between true hunger and comfort nursing, wh
EP 32 // When Do Babies ACTUALLY Sleep Through the Night? (And What’s Normal Before Age 1) May 14, 2026 1651 When Do Babies ACTUALLY Sleep Through the Night? (And What’s Normal Before Age 1) One of the biggest questions exhausted moms ask is: “When is my baby supposed to sleep through the night?” And honestly? The internet gives wildly conflicting answers. In this episode, we’re talking about: what “sleeping through the night” actually means what’s biologically normal before age 1 when night waking
EP 31 // Why Your Baby Isn’t Sleeping Through the Night (And What to Fix First) Apr 30, 2026 950 If your baby is waking every 2–3 hours and you feel like you’ve tried everything... wake windows, schedules, white noise, feeding changes, bedtime routines.... this episode will help you slow down and focus on what actually matters first.   In this episode, we’re talking about why your baby may not be sleeping through the night and why trying to fix everything at once can leave you feeling even mo
EP 30 // If Your Baby Can’t Fall Asleep Without Being Held… Listen to This Apr 16, 2026 881 If your baby needs to be held, rocked, or fed to sleep every time (and wakes the second you put them down) this episode is for you. We’re breaking down why this is happening (hint: it’s not your fault) and what you can start doing to gently change the pattern. Inside, you’ll learn: Why your baby relies on being held to fall asleep What’s happening between sleep cycles Why “drowsy but awake” feels
EP 29 // What to Do When Your Baby Won’t Sleep Longer Than 2–3 Hours Apr 9, 2026 827 If your baby is waking every 2–3 hours and you feel stuck in a cycle of exhaustion and guessing, this episode is for you. We’re breaking down the most common reasons babies struggle to sleep longer stretches... from sleep associations to schedule issues, and why quick fixes often don’t work. You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of what’s actually going on and what needs to change so your
EP 28 // Why Your Baby Wakes 45 Minutes After Bedtime Feb 24, 2026 860 If your baby falls asleep at bedtime… only to wake up crying 30, 45, or 90 minutes later, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re talking about false starts- one of the most common (and frustrating) sleep struggles between 5–18 months. You’ll learn: What a false start actually is What’s happening in your baby’s body during that first sleep cycle The four most common causes Why cutting naps or ke
EP 27 // My Baby Used to Sleep… What Happened? Feb 12, 2026 1458 Your baby used to sleep… and now suddenly isn’t. What happened? In this episode, we talk about why sleep can fall apart (even when you didn’t do anything wrong), what’s actually happening developmentally and behaviorally, and how anxiety can make everything feel more urgent than it is. You’ll learn: The most common reasons sleep regresses Why inconsistency keeps night wakings going 3 grounded ste

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