Ep.44: Fussy Baby, Burnt Out Mama? Understanding Nervous System Co-Regulation

If your baby is fussy, hard to settle, clingy, or always wants to be held…
 And you feel touched out, overstimulated, and just done by the end of the day…

This episode is for you. 💜

Join pediatric occupational therapist and holistic baby expert Kaili Ets for a powerful conversation about mother–baby nervous system co-regulation—what it means, how it works, and why it’s often the missing link when sleep, feeding, or fussiness feel out of control.

You’ll learn:

• Why your baby feels your stress—even when you’re doing your best to hide it
• What co-regulation really means (hint: it’s not just skin-to-skin or babywearing)
• How a dysregulated caregiver affects baby’s nervous system development
• Simple strategies to support your own nervous system (even in 30 seconds)
• Why nervous system work isn’t about doing more—it’s about feeling safer together

This episode will help you feel seen, supported, and more empowered to meet your baby’s needs without sacrificing your own well-being.

🕒 Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome back to Mothering From Within
01:01 – Nervous system dysregulation in both moms & babies
03:17 – Why your baby mirrors your state (co-regulation 101)
06:10 – Regulation is felt, not forced
09:33 – How your own nervous system sets the tone for your baby
13:14 – Tips to support regulation in your daily rhythms
17:45 – Final thoughts & gentle encouragement

✨ Resources & Support:
📘 Grab Mothering From Within the book → https://www.kailiets.com/book
📍 Work with Kaili 1:1 or learn more about support → https://www.kailiets.com

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