# How to Improve Newborn Sleep: What Actually Works for Exhausted Parents With Mariana Yancik

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Podcast: [Ask the Doulas Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ask-the-doulas-podcast-9402)
Published: 2026-04-21T11:00:00+00:00
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Send us Fan Mail Newborn sleep is unpredictable, frequent wake-ups are normal, and exhaustion in those early weeks is common. The key is understanding what newborn sleep actually looks like, and how to work with it rather than against it. In this episode of Ask the Doulas podcast, we’re joined by certified sleep consultant Mariana Yancik of Gold Coast Doulas to explore what newborn sleep really looks like and how parents can set realistic expectations during the early months. We dive into: • ...

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