The Mama Coach - Cady Cavalea

The Mama Coach - Cady Cavalea CPNP • CLC • Mom x2 • Feeding, Sleep & Potty Training consultant • AHA CPR Instructor📍Knoxville, TN • 👩‍💻 across the 🇺🇸

How many have you experienced?If you’re breastfeeding, you already know there are approximately 47 different ways a feed...
09/10/2026

How many have you experienced?

If you’re breastfeeding, you already know there are approximately 47 different ways a feeding session can go sideways. 😂

But behind the funny moments, breastfeeding can come with real questions and challenges, too.

If you’re experiencing persistent pain, ni**le damage, difficulty with latch, concerns about milk supply, or worry that baby isn’t transferring enough milk, don’t feel like you have to just push through it. Those are good reasons to reach out to a lactation professional.

And if your experience looks different from what you pictured? That doesn't mean you've failed.

There’s no one-size-fits-all breastfeeding journey. 🤍

Now tell us: what should we add to the Breastfeeding Bingo card? 😂👇

One thing I wish more new moms knew: struggling does not automatically mean something is wrong with you or that you “jus...
09/09/2026

One thing I wish more new moms knew: struggling does not automatically mean something is wrong with you or that you “just need to try harder.”

If breastfeeding is painful, baby is consistently struggling to latch, feeds are taking a very long time, baby seems unsatisfied after feeds, or you’re worried about milk transfer or weight gain, those are good reasons to reach out for support.

You don't have to wait until you're completely overwhelmed.

A lactation professional can help assess things like:
🤍 Baby’s latch and positioning
🤍 Milk transfer
🤍 Feeding patterns
🤍 Pumping and milk supply concerns
🤍 Pain or ni**le damage
🤍 Whether baby is getting enough

And sometimes the most helpful thing is simply having someone watch a feeding and say, “Here’s what I’m noticing, and here’s what we can try.”

Breastfeeding support isn't about convincing you to breastfeed at all costs.

It’s about helping you understand what’s happening so you can make informed decisions for you and your baby.

Save this for those early weeks when everything feels like a question. 🤍

If you’re ever wondering how you’re supposed to figure out motherhood…"Do the next right thing." 🎵 😂Very *Anna from Froz...
09/03/2026

If you’re ever wondering how you’re supposed to figure out motherhood…

"Do the next right thing." 🎵 😂

Very *Anna from Frozen 2* of us, but honestly? She was onto something.

You don’t have to figure out the next 18 years today.

Sometimes the next right thing is:
🍼 Feed the baby.
💧 Drink some water.
😴 Put the baby down and take a breath.
📞 Call your pediatrician.
🫶 Ask for help.
🧺 Ignore the laundry.

Motherhood can feel overwhelming when you try to solve **everything at once.**

So when you don't know what to do next?

Do the next right thing.

Then take it from there. 🤍

*And yes, I will be borrowing life advice from Anna from Frozen 2 forever.* 😂

🚽 Is your toddler ready for potty training?There’s no magic age when every child is suddenly ready to ditch diapers. Ins...
08/31/2026

🚽 Is your toddler ready for potty training?

There’s no magic age when every child is suddenly ready to ditch diapers. Instead, look for signs that your little one is becoming more aware of their body and more interested in the potty.

Some signs of readiness include:
✨ Noticing when they're wet or dirty
✨ Showing interest in the toilet
✨ Communicating when they need to go
✨ Staying dry for longer stretches
✨ Following simple directions

And remember: readiness doesn't mean potty training will happen overnight. Every child learns at their own pace, and accidents are a normal part of the process. 💛

If you're feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to start, you don't have to figure it out alone. Potty training coaching can help you create a plan that works for your child and your family.

📩 Ready to get started? Send me a message to learn more!

There’s so much pressure around milestones, especially potty training. We start wondering if our child is "behind" becau...
08/27/2026

There’s so much pressure around milestones, especially potty training. We start wondering if our child is "behind" because another toddler is already using the toilet, staying dry overnight, or having zero accidents.

But your child isn’t on anyone else’s timeline.

Potty training is a skill. It takes time, patience, accidents, setbacks, and a whole lot of encouragement.

And you’re learning, too. You’re learning your child’s cues. What motivates them. What works for your family. When to push and when to pause.

So take a breath. Give yourself—and your toddler—some grace.

You’re both figuring it out. And that’s okay. 🤍

The newborn stage is beautiful… but it can also be HARD.You're healing. You're sleep deprived. You're learning your baby...
08/26/2026

The newborn stage is beautiful… but it can also be HARD.

You're healing. You're sleep deprived. You're learning your baby while they're learning how to exist outside the womb. And somehow, you're expected to keep another human alive while running on three hours of sleep. 😅

Here are 4 things that can make those early days feel a little easier:

✨ Make feeding yourself easy
✨ Build your support system before you need it
✨ Learn what newborn sleep actually looks like
✨ Get support before you're completely overwhelmed

You don't need to know everything before your baby arrives. And you definitely don't need to be the "perfect" parent.

But having realistic expectations and the right support can help you feel a whole lot less alone in the middle of those long nights.

🤍 The newborn stage is about survival—and you don't have to survive it alone.

If you're expecting or already in the thick of the newborn days, I'm here to help you feel more prepared, confident, and supported.

📩 Send me a message to learn how a Mama Coach can support you through this season.

One day, you’ll miss those tiny hands reaching for you.But today?Today, you’re touched out.You’re overstimulated.You’re ...
08/24/2026

One day, you’ll miss those tiny hands reaching for you.

But today?

Today, you’re touched out.
You’re overstimulated.
You’re exhausted.
You’ve answered “Mom” approximately 400 times.
And you desperately need five minutes where no one needs anything from you.

That doesn’t make you a bad mom.

You can love the tiny hands wrapped around your neck and still need them to let go for a minute.

You can miss them before they’ve even grown up and still need a break from them today.

Motherhood is full of holding two truths at once.

You love them more than anything.

And sometimes, you just need five stinkin' minutes alone. 🤍

08/21/2026

No one told you that you could love your baby more than you ever thought possible and still miss your old life.

That you could be so grateful and still feel completely overwhelmed.

That healing takes time. That feeding can be harder than you expected. That sleep deprivation can make you feel like a different person.

That sometimes you’ll cry because you’re happy, cry because you’re exhausted, and cry because you honestly have no idea what you’re doing.

No one told you that postpartum isn’t just about taking care of the baby.

It’s about taking care of you, too.

You deserve support. You deserve to be checked on. You deserve to ask questions. You deserve to say, “I’m not okay,” without feeling like you’re failing.

You don’t have to figure out this new version of life alone. 🤍

The postpartum season is hard enough. You shouldn’t have to navigate it without support.

In an emergency, every second matters. Knowing what to do before help arrives can make all the difference—and you don't ...
08/20/2026

In an emergency, every second matters. Knowing what to do before help arrives can make all the difference—and you don't want to be learning in the middle of a crisis.

You don't need to be a medical professional to learn CPR. You just need to be willing to prepare.

👶 Know what to do when it matters most.

Ready to learn infant and child CPR? Book your CPR class! Send me a message or reach out to get started. ❤️

Breastfeeding. Bottle feeding. Pumping. Formula. Combination feeding.There is more than one way to feed your baby—and th...
08/19/2026

Breastfeeding. Bottle feeding. Pumping. Formula. Combination feeding.

There is more than one way to feed your baby—and there is no one-size-fits-all path to motherhood. 🤍

As a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) and Mama Coach, I’m here to support you with evidence-based education and practical guidance as you navigate feeding your baby.

Whether you're hoping to breastfeed, planning to pump, considering formula, or thinking about combination feeding, you deserve to have someone in your corner who can help you understand your options without judgment or pressure.



And if your feeding journey doesn't go exactly how you planned? That doesn't make you a failure.

Your baby needs to be fed.
You deserve to be supported.
And you are still an amazing mom. 🤍

🍼 Have questions about feeding your baby? Reach out to learn how I can support you through your feeding journey.

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