Ditching the Dummy — A Mama Interrupted Practical Guide
You don’t need perfection—you need a plan and someone in your corner. This e-guide gives you a clear, compassionate roadmap to phase out the dummy in a way that suits your child and your family rhythms. It blends real-life experience from two very different journeys with my boys (what actually worked, what flopped, and how we reset) with practical, age-appropriate strategies you can start tonight.
Inside, you’ll find gentle weaning options for 0–12 months (keep it to sleeps, introduce a soft toy/comforter, soothe in other ways) and step-by-step plans for 12–24+ months (nap-only → bedtime-only → goodbye), plus “Dummy Fairy” ideas, bedtime scripts, routine tweaks, and a calm-parent playbook for the wobbly days. It’s judgment-free, realistic, and aligned with Australian safe sleep guidance—because we’re here for progress, not pressure.
If you’re craving less second-guessing and more sleep (amen), this is your shortcut.
What’s inside
Age-by-age strategies: 0–12 months and 12–24+ months, with multiple weaning pathways (gradual, staged, and “big goodbye” options).
Done-for-you scripts: What to say to your toddler at bedtime, during night wakes, car rides, and childcare drop-offs.
Timelines & checklists: 3-day reset, 7-day gentle plan, and 14-day gradual plan—choose your pace.
Comfort swaps: How to introduce a soft toy/comforter and other soothing methods without backsliding.
Troubleshooting hub: Illness, travel, nap refusal, early wakes, new sibling, and “we caved—now what?”
Calm-parent toolkit: Regulation tips for you, boundaries that hold, and what “consistent” actually looks like.
Evidence-aware notes: Key reminders drawn from Australian safe sleep guidance (e.g., Red Nose) in plain language.
Real-life pep talks: Honest notes from my own experience—because sometimes you just need a mum in your corner.
Bonus printable pack (included)
Weaning Tracker (tick-off calendar)
Bedtime & Nap Scripts (cheat-sheet)
Sticker Chart + Certificate for the “Dummy Fairy” goodbye
Caregiver Hand-over Sheet (grandparents/childcare ready)
Perfect for you if…
You want a gentle, step-by-step plan that doesn’t require going cold turkey (unless you choose it).
You prefer Aussie-friendly guidance with simple language and real-world examples.
You’re over Googling at 2am and want one clear resource to follow.
Format & delivery
Digital download: PDF (A4 + US Letter, print-friendly)
Length: ~40–60 pages (scannable layouts, checklists, and templates)
Access: Instant download and email receipt
Use: For personal, non-commercial use
Important notes
This guide is educational and does not replace medical advice. Please consult your GP/child health nurse for personalised guidance.
Digital products are non-refundable once downloaded.
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