Cynthia Unuigbe, MD, M.B.B.S, ISCP, NCS
Sleep Medicine Specialist (Pediatric) | Sleep Medicine
740 SW 109th Ave Miami FL, 33174About
Dr. Cynthia Unuigbe, MD is a visionary health tech leader and founder of Sleep & Cradle® Health, a pioneering digital platform transforming postnatal sleep health and care navigation. With a passion for empowering new families, Dr. Cynthia leverages technology, data analytics, and evidence-based solutions to bridge the gap between clinical care and home-based support, ensuring that sleep deprivation doesn’t become a trauma, but rather a challenge parents can confidently navigate.
As a trusted thought leader in maternal and child health, Dr. Cynthia integrates clinical expertise with digital innovation to help healthcare systems, payers, and employers adopt scalable solutions that improve outcomes, reduce disparities, and align with value-based care. With a commitment to health equity and family-centered design, she champions a future where every family thrives from hospital discharge to home.
Education and Training
Ambrose Alli University M.B.B.S 2016
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Cynthia Unuigbe, MD, M.B.B.S, ISCP, NCS's Expert Contributions
Can a doula help after a child's birth?
Support after a childs birth is essential, but its important to understand the difference between traditional roles and emerging, techenabled care models. Doulas offer invaluable inperson emotional and physical support before and during delivery. However, Sleep Cradle Health is not a doula service. We are a digital maternal and child health company. Our flagship solution, Baby Sleep Tealehealth Navigation and CradleSleep AI, is a postnatal sleep and health navigation platform designed to address the unmet needs families face after leaving the hospital. Through intelligent care pathways, culturally attuned education, and personalized guidance, we help parents navigate the critical first months at home, bridging gaps in sleep support, safe infant care, feeding schedules, and every aspect of care. We are proud to say we have achieved 100 effectiveness in navigating every family postdelivery, as evidenced by our reviews, as our solution is bespoke, and we would love to support your postdelivery. Our platform is used by health systems, public health programs, and employer benefits teams to improve maternalinfant outcomes, reduce disparities, and lighten the burden on primary care. Were glad this conversation is happening. Accurate categorization matters, especially as digital tools like ours expand whats possible in postnatal care. READ MORE
Pain
Sorry, you have been experiencing persistent stomach pain. Please show up to your doctor so they can take a history, evaluate you, and run the necessary tests to confirm a diagnosis. READ MORE
What activities to avoid before delivery?
This depends on how active you were during pregnancy. If you were actively exercising during pregnancy, it wouldn't be a question as your body would already have adapted to your routine. However, if you are not so active, you may want to avoid anything that strains you. This phase would soon be over. READ MORE
How can a doula help during the second trimester?
During the second trimester, you could explore educational childbirth resources that can help you understand your body changes and what to expect for the rest of your pregnancy journey. A doula would accompany you during delivery providing emotional support and advocating on your behalf. READ MORE
How long should you use a postpartum doula?
It depends on what you are looking to achieve. During the postpartum period, you may consider hiring a newborn care specialist or a baby sleep consultant. These professionals are experienced in supporting parents during this period and integrate every aspect of care to ensure both you and your baby thrive. READ MORE
How can a doula help after delivery?
They provide emotional support during delivery and advocate on your behalf. READ MORE
What drinks are good when nursing?
Any healthy drink is tremendous, but not alcohol or excess caffeine. Rehydrate yourself and eat well with a positive mindset, and you will do awesome. READ MORE
What is the safest formula?
You will have to determine which formula your baby is tolerating better. There are Cow milk formulas and Goat milk formulas that are gaining popularity. Start with one of those and see how much your baby drinks and moves bowels. Use that for at least two weeks, and if they are not drinking well, irritable, or moving their bowels, perhaps it's time to change, if they are doing excellent, stick to that brand until otherwise. READ MORE
How can a doula help after birth?
Yes, A doula can offer support during delivery and afterward. Other professionals can support you postpartum, including Newborn Care Specialists, Lactation Consultants, Pediatric or Baby Sleep Consultants, and follow-up visits with your pediatricians and obstetricians to ensure you and your baby are doing awesome. READ MORE
What formulas to avoid for a 2-month-old baby?
It depends on what your baby is tolerating. For example is your baby constipated with a particular formula? How can you determine this, are they drinking well, perhaps 4-5 ounces and have not moved bowel in 3 to 4 days and are constantly irritable? That’s an indication that they may be constipated and you could try another formula. Goat milk formulas are gaining popularity now, however you need to read the manufacturer guide as their dilution instruction is different from the cow milk formula. READ MORE
What drinks are good during the third trimester?
Water is the safest drink to stick with. As you already know, alcohol is off-limits, natural juices are great. You are almost there. Remember that anything you take will naturally get to your baby. I know you want the best for your baby, so you can never go wrong with making healthy choices and staying away from any addictive vices. READ MORE
What formula is the best for newborns?
The choice of the best formula is based on the sensitivity of your child's stomach. The Cow milk formula is very popular, and there are various brands to choose from. You can also explore goat milk formulas, which are usually European brands. It is worth noting that the European instructions for formula preparations differ from the American brands. They are usually a Scoop to one Ounce as opposed to the American brands that are a scoop to 2 Ounces. Good luck making the best choice based on your baby's stomach sensitivity. READ MORE
What drinks to avoid during breastfeeding?
Alcohol, and any drink that contains caffeine. It is important to note that not just coffee contains caffeine, some chocolates, energy drink, tea and soft drinks contains caffeine. Caffeine is a stimulant and could cause your baby to to restless. READ MORE
Do I need a doula if I have an epidural?
Epidural is usually given to ease you pain during delivery. If you require someone to support you during the process of delivery and hold your hands while you go through this beautiful experience, then you could consider hiring a doula for support. READ MORE
What are the disadvantages of having a doula?
If you have already decided to hire a doula, I suppose you have evaluated the advantages and the benefits of hiring one; I do not know of any disadvantages. There are a couple of experts that provide parental support to expectant and new parents. Doulas are a great fit if you want help with delivery and breathing techniques; if you wish to have help navigating postpartum effortlessly, other experts can help with that. You will need to weigh the opportunities and costs of going with any expert you want to hire. I hope this helps you make an informed decision. READ MORE
How can a doula help me during pregnancy?
Congratulations on your pregnancy, you are in your second trimester and the baby would soon me here. Doula's are trained non-medical personnel that offer a variety of services including education with regards to breathing techniques during delivery and emotional support. Please, do not hesitate to reach back out if you have any other questions. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Partners for Change
Internships
- Manguzi Hospital Igbinedion Teaching Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- Miami Mom In Business MiamiMade
Professional Affiliations
- Sleep & Cradle Health Night and Day Pediatrics Dr. Eva TherapyWorld Health OrganizationNational Primary Health Care Development Agency Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital Manguzi HospitalIgbinedion Teaching Hospital Starlite Hopes Initiatives
Articles and Publications
- https://sleepandcradle.com/1-month-old-sleep-schedulehttps://drevatherapy.com/new-moms-you-dont-have-to-lose-sleep-heres-the-solution/https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-payers-can-longer-ignore-postnatal-sleep-health-unuigbe-md-cta3ehttps://www.linkedin.com/pulse/hidden-workforce-crisis-new-parents-cynthia-unuigbe-md-gzdwehttps://www.linkedin.com/pulse/silent-strain-fathers-partners-cynthia-unuigbe-md-nhzbe
Areas of research
- Pediatric Sleep
Awards
- 1st Place Grant Winner in the Get Venture Ready Cohort 2 sponsored by Fearless.fund and JPMorgan Chase.Co
Teaching and speaking
- Childbirth Preparation ClassBaby Care Basic ClassBaby Sleep Strategies ClassBaby Sleep Telehealth NavigationBreastfeeding/Formula Feeding Class
Hobbies / Sports
- ReadingTravelingRunning Pilates Pure Barre
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