Episode 107: The Parenting Advice We Need to Unlearn with Fiona Weaver

What if the hardest part of parenting isn't your child's sleep, but the pressure to do everything "right"? In this episode, Rachael sits down with parenting educator and maternal mental health advocate Fiona Weaver for an honest conversation about the parenting advice we may need to unlearn.

Together, they discuss the myths surrounding sleep training and independence, why "good enough" parenting is actually the goal, and how societal expectations can fuel mom guilt and self-doubt. Fiona also shares her experience parenting three children, navigating toddler sleep challenges, and embracing a more flexible, compassionate approach that supports both children and their parents.

Whether you're questioning the parenting advice you've been given or simply looking for reassurance that you're doing enough, this episode offers practical wisdom, encouragement, and a refreshing perspective on modern motherhood.

Inside this episode:

Why "good enough" parenting is the gold standard

Common myths about sleep training and infant independence

The emotional and developmental needs of children

How societal expectations contribute to mom guilt and shame

Why you can't hang your mood on your baby's sleep

The connection between infant sleep and maternal mental health

Letting go of rigid sleep tracking and unrealistic expectations

Building stronger family relationships through flexibility and connection