In this episode of the Postpartum Prep Podcast, Ceridwen is joined by doula and biological infant sleep educator Claire Fagan to explore how pregnant moms can set up their homes in ways that truly support the motherbaby dyad.

Preparing for postpartum starts long before your baby arrives. Creating a baby-friendly environment can make those early weeks feel more intuitive, connected, and calm. This episode is all about creating a supportive postpartum environment - without getting overwhelmed or buying unnecessary gear.

We cover:

✨ Lighting for newborns:
Do babies really need pitch-black rooms for every nap? Claire walks us through what newborn circadian rhythm actually looks like, why deep darkness isn’t necessary in the early months, and how simple light cues in your home can gently support your baby’s long-term sleep patterns.

✨ Normal noise vs. quiet house:
Should your newborn nap in silence, or is daily household noise okay? We talk about why typical daytime sound can be helpful, how “taking the edge off” aligns with biological sleep patterns, and how avoiding rigid nap rules can help you stay connected - to your baby and to your life.

✨ Newborn safety without overdoing it:
What does a newborn actually need to be safe at home? Claire shares an attuned perspective rooted in connection: the safest place for a newborn is close to you. We discuss how to set up your space to make closeness comfortable and sustainable for both of you, without falling into pressure to buy every safety product on the market.

✨ Setting up your bedroom for easier night feeds:
Night feeds were designed to be simple. Learn how to arrange your sleep space to support easier breastfeeding or bottle-feeding overnight, how to minimize disruption to your circadian rhythm, and why keeping your baby close aligns with biological norms and supports better rest for everyone.

Throughout the episode, we highlight how preparing your environment during pregnancy can support a smoother fourth trimester. At the heart, it's about centering connection, ease, and intentional choices.

If you're currently pregnant and wondering how to set up your home for those early postpartum weeks, this conversation will give you clarity, confidence, and a deeply grounded understanding of what your newborn truly needs. Tune in and learn how to create a calm, baby-friendly postpartum environment that supports both you and your newborn.

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Listen next...

Claire's main episode 👇

Episode 22: Preparing for a Connected, Nourishing Start to Life With Your Newborn | The Regenerative Paradigm for Postpartum

Baby sleep safety 👇

Episode 19: Baby Sleep Safety Guidelines | What Every Expecting Mom Should Know Before Welcoming a Newborn

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