Sleep Coaching FAQs
What are your support options?
Most families choose my 2 Week Sleep Package, which includes a deep dive into your child’s sleep, a personalized sleep plan, daily support as you make changes, and a sleep roadmap for the months ahead. This package is virtual and is inclusive of bed sharing, floor bed and crib sleep. I also offer one-time calls and in-person support in Boulder County, CO. Check out my services page for more info.
Below, you'll find FAQs about the 2 Week Sleep Package.
Will there be crying?
Yes, likely. It's impossible to promise a tear-free experience when we're helping a baby or child learn a new skill or doing something that's different from their preference, like nursing less, moving out of your bed, or learning independent sleep. However, I specialize in responsive support where babies don’t have to be left alone to cry as they learn new sleep skills. I believe that babies should get to have and experience all of their feelings and we can be present with them to support them through those hard feelings while still making changes for family well-being.
Will we work on how my child falls asleep?
Yes. In the 2 week package we work on optimizing the many biological factors that influence your child’s sleep (described in the Q below), AND we look at how your child falls asleep because this can have a big impact on how much you’re up at night. If your child currently needs your help to fall asleep, we’ll help them become comfortable falling asleep and settling back to sleep on their own, so you’re not having to assist them back to sleep all night. This does not mean you need to stop bed sharing, night feeding, or being present with your child, you can be right there with them as they learn this skill.
If you would like to keep rocking, bouncing or feeding to sleep, my Clarity Call is a better fit.
What is a “sleep plan?”
Your sleep plan is a written document that is completely tailored to your child and family that shows you exactly how to make the changes you're looking for. Your plan looks at the holistic picture of your child's sleep, including circadian rhythm alignment, daytime schedule adjustments, individual sleep needs guidance, feeding suggestions, regulation support, a sleep approach for nights and naps mindset coaching, and parent sleep suggestions. We co-create aspects of your plan together so that you are fully aligned with the changes we’re making.
How do I know if your approach is right for my child/for me?
If you are ready to make a change, want truly individualized & responsive support where you’re not forced to night wean or leave your baby alone to cry, want a sleep expert in their corner who values the needs of both child and parent, and want quick improvement towards your goals, we’d likely be a great fit. My plans are designed to help you see change in the shortest time possible while staying as responsive as possible, so you're not left feeling stuck for months. When the plan is followed consistently, most families see significant progress towards their goals in under a week (even with sensitive and strong-willed little ones!).
Do I have to night wean?
Nope, not required. We can still reach your sleep goals while keeping a night feed or two. I can also help you through the night weaning process if that’s aligned with your goals and it is appropriate for baby.
Do you work with co sleeping/bed sharing families?
Yes! I help families achieve longer stretches and fewer night wakes while bed sharing.* I take a harm-reduction approach and teach safer bed-sharing practices based on the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine's Protocol #6. While this differs from American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations, my focus is on helping families reduce risk and get better sleep within the choices that work best for your family.
*For babies under 12 months, I work with bed-sharing families who are fed exclusively breastmilk.
What is the timeline of your 2 week package?
Book your package
We have a planning call where we co create and talk through your sleep plan
After our call I’ll email you your sleep plan (within 1-2 days)
You begin your plan whenever you’re ready (within 30 days of our call) and you have my support for 2 weeks.
I’m ready! How do I get started?
Book your virtual 2 week sleep package below! If you have questions or want in-person support, book a free discovery call first.