My goal is that Taking Cara Babies is a trusted voice for families. I want you to feel confident knowing that you’re reading content informed by the most up-to-date research and our constantly growing clinical experience. That means that I’m regularly assessing and reviewing research, and my content will continue to evolve as we learn more and more.
What sources does Taking Cara Babies use?
Taking Cara Babies gathers research and information from peer-reviewed journals, medical associations like the American Academy of Pediatrics, academic organizations, and government agencies like the Centers for Disease Control, and other well-respected websites. You can find links to research and sources under “Sources” on my blogs.
Taking Cara Babies is committed to evidence-based practice. I’m using the research, my clinical experience, and the input from millions of families. You’ll find evidence-based practice in everything Taking Cara Babies offers: my classes, phone consultations, social media, truly any way you interact with me or anyone on the Taking Cara Babies team.
Who are the experts of Taking Cara Babies?
Taking Cara Babies is led by Cara Dumaplin, RN, BSN, Pediatric Sleep Consultant. You can read more about Cara here.
The Taking Cara Babies team is made up of certified sleep consultants who have years of experience in baby sleep, education, psychology, and social work. I have nurses, teachers, lactation consultants, a child life specialist, developmental specialists, a social worker, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and so many more amazing professionals helping to review and update all Taking Cara Babies resources and classes.
Meet the Expert Review Team:
Blakely Hughes, RN, BSN, IBCLC - Blakely is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and a nurse with experience in the postpartum units and in the NICU.
Kalea Staton, M. Ed. - Kalea has experience as a mental health professional with advanced training in anxiety, trauma and crisis, and grief and loss.
Corey Wilbur, MS, LMFT - Corey is a licensed marriage and family therapist with training including parenting skills, PMDD, and PPAD.
Chelsea Yoo, MS, CCLS - Chelsea is a Certified Child Life Specialist with advanced education and training in child development.
Medical Disclaimer
The information and content on this website is for informational purposes and should not be considered medical advice. If you have questions about your baby or toddler, please reach out to your little one’s doctor.
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