Spoil Your Baby

• Your Baby’s Growth through Stress: w/ Dr. Rocio Zunini | #26

  The world will be stressful for your child. That’s why they need you as a safe haven. On today’s episode of the Spoil Your Baby podcast, Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum is joined once again by co-host Rocio Zunini, Ph.D., a neuroscientist, parental brain educator, and expert on the connection between your body and your baby. There’s a common piece of advice in the parenting world that can be so harmful, we felt it needed an entire episode: Some people will tell you that because the world is harsh, we need to be harsh with our babies to prepare them for what’s to come. This advice is not just misguided, it goes against decades of research. Yes, the world can be challenging. But what your child truly needs is a safe haven to return to. A place where they feel loved, seen, and supported. Today’s conversation is all about stress. How much is helpful for growth? When does it become too much? Where do we draw the line? And who can we trust for guidance? These questions aren’t easy, but they’re essential for any parent. No matter where you are in your parenting journey, one thing is already true. By listening to this podcast, you’re making space to grow, to be more intentional, and to show up with care. If this episode resonates, share it with a friend! And if you’d like to join our free five-day event for mothers this July, visit instagram.com/drgreerkirshenbaum and comment “BLOOM” on any post to receive a personal invitation via DM.   Key Takeaways: The world can be hard on our babies, but children thrive most when they have a deeply nurturing parent Your relationship to your child is the most important thing You are the safe haven in a stressful world Your child should face mild stressors at home with your loving guidance

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• Sleep Training: Strength or Disconnection? w/ Dr. Rocio Zunini | #25

  There’s a common message you’ll hear in parenting circles. It sounds empowering on the surface, but actually? It reinforces deep disconnection to your child. On today’s episode of the Spoil Your Baby podcast, Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum is joined for another great conversation with co-host Rocio Zunini, PhD. Together, they take a deep dive into a common (yet infuriating!) sentiment floating around social media that questions whether moms who resist sleep training are simply too “lazy” to do the hard work. This is not JUST a bad take. It is a harmful myth rooted in outdated science and cultural pressure. When we take a look at where these concepts come from, they are never from mothers. They come from male doctors who have never raised a baby on their own. This episode dives into the science of the parental brain, the real roots of sleep training advice, and the generational voices that have tried to sever the sacred connection between mother and baby. You will learn how empathy, intuition, and attunement are not signs of weakness. They are the foundation of lifelong resilience. No matter where you are in your parenting journey, one thing is already true. By listening to this podcast, you’re making space to grow, to be more intentional, and to show up with care. If this episode resonates, share it with a friend! And if you’d like to join our free five-day event for mothers this July, visit instagram.com/drgreerkirshenbaum and comment “BLOOM” on any post to receive a personal invitation via DM. Key Takeaways Sleep training advice often comes from outdated sources with no real experience caring for babies. Your empathy and sensitivity are powerful strengths. The parental brain is wired for connection, emotion regulation, and intuition. Nurturing your baby builds their brain and stress system in profound and lasting ways. More on Dr. Rocio Zunini:   “Newborn Parents” Official Website: https://www.newbornparents.net/  “Newborn Parents” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rociozunini_newbornparents/  Ready to Connect with Greer?: “Nurture Neuroscience” Website: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgreerkirshenbaum/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greerkirshenbaum/ FREE GUIDE, “Nurture Your Baby’s Stress: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/nurture-your-babys-stress FREE GUIDE, “Manage the Stressors & Triggers of Parenting”: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/manage-the-stressors-of-parenting Order “The Nurture Revolution” Book: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/the-nurture-revolution

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• Your Breathing is Your Baby’s Breathing w/ Dr. Rocio Zunini | #24

  You might think you know how to breathe. But if you’re not doing it intentionally, there’s a good chance you don’t. On today’s episode of the Spoil Your Baby podcast, Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum is joined by Rocio Zunini, Ph.D, a neuroscientist, parental brain educator, and expert on the connection between your breath, your body, and your baby. This is one of our most practical episodes yet. Dr. Rocio walks us through a simple breathing exercise you can use anywhere to reduce stress and regulate your nervous system. As a parent, your stress level affects everything. It shapes your brain, it impacts your emotions, and it directly influences your baby’s experience. Your nervous system is in constant conversation with your baby’s. Learning to breathe with intention is one of the most powerful and accessible ways to support both of you at the same time. No matter where you are in your parenting journey, one thing is true. By listening to this podcast, you’re already making space to grow, to care more intentionally, and to be present. If this episode resonates, share it with a friend. Register for our FREE 5 day event Raising Resilience : https://nurture-neuroscience.com/nurture-neuro-free-event-registration-page   Key Takeaways: Your nervous system is in constant dialogue with your baby’s The mind changes the breath, and the breath changes the mind Try a “physiological sigh” by taking a deep inhale through your nose, then a second short inhale, followed by a long exhale through your mouth Join our Free 5-Day Event for Mothers in July More on Dr. Rocio Zunini:   “Newborn Parents” Official Website: https://www.newbornparents.net/  “Newborn Parents” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rociozunini_newbornparents/  Ready to Connect with Greer?: “Nurture Neuroscience” Website: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgreerkirshenbaum/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greerkirshenbaum/ FREE GUIDE, “Nurture Your Baby’s Stress: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/nurture-your-babys-stress FREE GUIDE, “Manage the Stressors & Triggers of Parenting”: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/manage-the-stressors-of-parenting Order “The Nurture Revolution” Book: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/the-nurture-revolution

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• How to Spoil Your Baby in the Bath with Sue-Rose Reed | #23

  The transition from bath to sleep matters more than you think… but it doesn’t have to be hard. On today’s episode of the Spoil Your Baby podcast, Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum is joined by Sue-Rose Reed, founder of Oneberrie, a company that has reimagined bath towels to simplify the transition into and out of your baby’s bath. Spoiling your baby is about creating opportunities for closeness in ways that draw you together. Paying deep attention to the bathtime routine isn’t just about hygiene. It’s about improving the entire bedtime and sleep experience. When you prioritize the process, you help your baby fall into a deeper, more natural sleep… which often means more rest for you, too. Like many aspects of parenting, the bathing process is surprisingly underdiscussed. This conversation between Greer and Sue-Rose sheds new light on the role of the bath, beyond just getting clean, in a way you’ve likely never heard before. No matter where you are in your parenting journey, one thing is absolutely true: by listening to the Spoil Your Baby podcast, you’re already choosing to grow, to create space, and to care more intentionally. If you found value in this episode, share it with a friend. And to explore Bath Swaddles, Lotions, and more, visit oneberrie.com.   Key Takeaways: Bathtime for your baby is not just for hygiene… It’s also the beginning of sleep. If your baby is fussy, get them wet or get them outside. A great bath guide for your baby: Focus on warm water, not hot Start with their face, eyes, neck Hair next, extending the transition to feeling water Swaddle & wash the body from there, with the face finished Bring them close to your chest to transition out More on Sue-Rose Reed & Oneberrie:   “Oneberrie” Official Website: https://oneberrie.com/  “Oneberrie” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oneberrie/  Ready to Connect with Greer?: “Nurture Neuroscience” Website: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgreerkirshenbaum/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greerkirshenbaum/ FREE GUIDE, “Nurture Your Baby’s Stress: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/nurture-your-babys-stress FREE GUIDE, “Manage the Stressors & Triggers of Parenting”: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/manage-the-stressors-of-parenting Order “The Nurture Revolution” Book: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/the-nurture-revolution

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• Reconnecting to Your Instincts with Brittany Chambers | #22

  Fighting Societal Sleep Norms Isn’t Easy. But That’s what makes it so special.   On today’s episode of the “Spoil Your Baby” Podcast, Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum is joined for a conversation with Sleep Specialist and Neuroscience Practitioner, Brittany Chambers. Brittany’s “Good Night Moon Child” program combines Modern Science with Ancient Wisdom surrounding Natural Infant Sleep.   For Brittany, Sleep Sharing was instinctual. When she gave birth to her daughter, regardless of what she was told by the caregivers in the hospital… She wanted to have her daughter share sleep with her. It came from her own experience as a child constantly feeling like she desired to stay in bed with her own parents. The decision paid off, and it has given her daughter so much autonomy as she has grown older.   Brittany’s work is totally natural, it’s backed by anthropology and science… and it’s part of our own design as human beings. The biggest issue that mothers are facing are years of tradition and societal norms. Despite our good intentions, oftentimes many of us were separated from our parents as children. It happened to Brittany, and even as a child she thought it felt unnatural. Now she is helping so many others by working to change our societal mindset surrounding sleep.   Regardless of your struggles as a parent, one thing that is absolutely true: by listening to the “Spoil Your Baby” Podcast, you’re already choosing to improve yourself, to create space, and to grow as a parent. If you’ve found value in this conversation, be sure to pass along the episode to a friend! And to learn more about Brittany, visit her official website at www.goodnightmoonchild.com/  Key Takeaways: Many of Our Parents Were Doing What They Thought Was Best, By Putting Us in Bassinets as Children Bedsharing is Safe & Natural Children in Hospitals are Often Treated Unfairly Tips for Spending Time in the Hospital With Your Child: Do Your Research Find the Commonality with the Caregivers Who Desire to Help Openly Discuss Rules & Boundaries with Caregivers Make the Room Feel Warm, Inviting, & Safe Connection is Healing & Preventative of Deep Emotional Wounding More on Brittany Chambers:   “Good Night Moon Child” Official Website: https://www.goodnightmoonchild.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodnightmoonchild/  Substack: https://goodnightmoonchild.substack.com/  Ready to Connect with Greer?: “Nurture Neuroscience” Website: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgreerkirshenbaum/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greerkirshenbaum/ FREE GUIDE, “Nurture Your Baby’s Stress: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/nurture-your-babys-stress FREE GUIDE, “Manage the Stressors & Triggers of Parenting”: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/manage-the-stressors-of-parenting Order “The Nurture Revolution” Book: https://www.nurture-neuroscience.com/the-nurture-revolution

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