The Method
There are many opinions about what works best and what doesn’t when it comes to baby sleep. After years of personal experience and training, I believe this is the best path forward to helping your child sleep better.
FAQs
It’s all about consistency.
Newborns, babies, toddlers, and big kids thrive on consistency. That’s why your child’s sleep plan starts with establishing a solid daily nap and bedtime routine. This doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your freedom at the altar of your child’s schedule, but it may mean carving out a few days or weeks to establish a routine before your baby can be flexible.
Don’t panic. I’m here to walk you through it all!
Success begins with independent sleep.
Talk to any sleep consultant worth their salt, and they’ll tell you that the only “good” sleep is independent sleep. That’s why by 12 weeks (latest), it’s time to start getting serious about helping your baby fall asleep without you.
Got an older baby, toddler, or a big kid who can’t fall asleep independently? No sweat. I can help kiddos of all ages figure out how to drift off without any help. Let’s talk.
Small steps in the right direction.
Getting your baby to sleep soundly regularly isn’t a sprint; it’s a marathon. I can’t guarantee success overnight, but if you commit yourself to the process, you will see a positive change in as early as a few days.
Expect some tears.
Your child’s journey to better sleep is paved with new skills, and with new skills inevitably come some tears and protesting. I will never advocate leaving your child to cry for hours without comforting them. But I do want to stress that some tears are normal, and just because your child fusses, that doesn’t mean the plan isn’t working or you’re doing something wrong.
We’ll fine-tune your child’s plan and devise a strategy you feel comfortable with, whether that means staying in the room until your child falls asleep for a few weeks or doing rounds of controlled crying.
I’m here to help restore harmony to your home, and there are many ways to skin that cat!
Focus on building sleep pressure.
If you’ve even dipped your toes into the world of baby sleep, you’ve likely heard the term “sleep pressure.” And for good reason.
Your baby needs to build up sleep pressure before naps and bedtime if they’re going to fall asleep and stay asleep on their own.
We accomplish this through age-appropriate waketimes, establishing cycles of feed-wake-sleep, and setting up solid routines.
It’s not just about the baby.
Your health and wellness (physical and mental) are just as important to your baby’s success as a bedtime routine and adequate sleep pressure. That’s why I go beyond your nursery and check in to see how you’re doing, as well.
Your commitment is crucial.
Whether you choose the slow and steady path or take the biggest bite possible out of sleep training, your commitment to the process is 99.9% of the battle. If you can promise me your full effort, I can promise you results.
I’m praying for you.
There’s no beating around the bush: This stage of your child’s life is hard, and you’re exhausted. In addition to creating a customized sleep plan and offering my support while you’re in the trenches, know that I am praying for you and your family.
I firmly believe that God has given you this specific child for a reason, and you are the perfect person for the job. But that doesn’t mean you don’t need a little help along the way.
I’m here for you not only as your sleep consultant but as your sister in Christ.