Consent with Babies: Turning Diaper Changes, Carseats, and Touch Into Collaboration with Dr. Emily

Описание: What if your baby isn’t “fussy” or “colicky”—what if they’re trying to tell you something? In this episode, I reframe how we think about consent with babies, showing you that even newborns can participate in what happens to their bodies.



From diaper changes to baths to touch, slowing down and reading your baby’s cues can transform daily routines into moments of trust, safety, and connection.



I share real-life examples from my own parenting, including a sweet conversation with my son Hank about pull-ups and boundaries, to show that consent isn’t about perfection—it’s about participation, curiosity, and listening.



By the end of this episode, you’ll understand:



Why babies’ nervous systems react to touch and unpredictability
How to turn diaper changes, baths, and feeding into collaborative experiences
Signs your baby is saying “yes” or “no”
How respecting your baby’s communication can build trust, interoception, and emotional regulation
Why consent starts at the changing table, not adolescence



Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or soon-to-be parent, this episode will help you slow down, notice, and engage with your baby in ways that matter—because they’ve been talking to you the whole time.




Resources & Links:

https://ouraring.com/raf/aeac336b38?u...
https://ninnico.com/ (code: BEWELLBABY for 10% off)
Online Birth & Postpartum Education: https://www.bewellbaby.org/beyond-bir...



About Dr. Emily

Emily Spaeth is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and founder of Be Well Baby in Portland, Oregon. With extensive NICU experience and training in craniosacral therapy, she leads a team providing home-based health care for families navigating the tricky parts of pregnancy and postpartum. 




She also hosts the http://www.bewellbaby.org/beyond-birt..., an online birth and postpartum educational community available to families across the country—so no matter where you are, you have access to support, resources, and connection. Emily is also a mother of three and passionate about helping families move from surviving to thriving.




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