Sweet Dreams Vancouver: How Sleep consultants could help save your sanity
We all know that sleep deprivation is no joke. Honestly, it’s one of the hardest parts of having a baby, and in my experience, it can have a significant impact on your mental health. Nap rage, anyone?
If naps or bedtime feels like a never-ending struggle, connecting with a sleep consultant might just be your secret weapon—yes, even if you’re feeling a little skeptical about hiring one. While it’s not for everyone, many sleep consultants offer gentle approaches in collaboration with you and your parenting style… it’s not always the cry-it-out method! What’s more, many give out free tips on Instagram, which can be a helpful start in learning how to settle your baby or start a solid bedtime routine. But on top of this, these sleep wizards create personalized plans to help your baby or toddler finally get some solid rest (and let’s be real, you too). Yes, everything is a phase, but if you’re drowning in sleepless nights and Google rabbit holes, a consultant can save you time, stress, and sanity (& just might be covered if you have extended health benefits). From midnight wake-ups to nap chaos, they’ve seen it all and know how to help—no judgment, just solutions! Sweet dreams may be closer than you think.
5 areas a sleep consultant can provide support in:
Establishing a Sleep Routine: They create customized schedules and bedtime routines tailored to your child’s age, developmental stage, and sleep needs, so everyone knows what to expect when it’s time to wind down.
Navigating Sleep Regressions: From those dreaded 4-month hiccups to toddler sleep battles, they’ll guide you through regressions with strategies that work.
Weaning Night Feeds: Ready to cut down on those overnight snacks? A sleep consultant can help transition your baby to fewer or no night feedings in a gentle, effective way.
Improving Independent Sleep Skills: They teach your little one how to fall asleep (and stay asleep!) on their own, which is a total game-changer for long stretches of rest.
Troubleshooting Specific Sleep Challenges: Whether it’s early wake-ups, short naps, or bedtime resistance, a sleep consultant has the tools and tips to tackle even the trickiest sleep struggles.
sleep consultants in Vancouver
Plume Sleep solutions
The lovely Rosalie & Jerika at Plume Sleep Solutions are both registered nurses who specialize in personalized sleep plans for babies and toddlers, offering gentle, evidence-based techniques to help your family get the rest you need. Their approach emphasizes support and guidance tailored to your parenting style. Their website also includes some freebies, online workshops, and a blog.
Dawn Whittaker
Dawn Whittaker is a parent coach certified in paediatric sleep, and is known for her practical, no-judgment strategies to tackle sleep challenges, potty training, picky eating, and other challenges from infancy through early childhood. Her personalized approach aims to empower parents and create sustainable sleep habits.
The mama coach
Amanda at The Mama Coach is a registered nurse offering expert sleep consulting, along with lactation and postpartum support. Her holistic approach ensures you get the tools you need for better sleep and a thriving family. She also provides a ton of helpful information via her Instagram.
woodlands collective
Woodlands Collective combines sleep consulting with a focus on family wellness, providing compassionate support to help babies, toddlers, and parents achieve healthy sleep patterns. As well as having counsellors & and Occupational Therapist on their team, their services include online workshops, as well as virtual and in-person consultations, all tailored to your family’s needs. Georgina also hosts a local parenthood meet up in North Van.
sleepy baby coach
Adela at The Sleepy Baby Coach offers gentle and customizable sleep training solutions for families, focusing on helping your little one sleep through the night. With a calm and supportive approach, she helps make the journey to better sleep stress-free for everyone involved. She offers a variety of packages, as well as a bunch of free resources on her website.
Ciara McAllister @ Wee Sleepers
Originally from Ireland, and supporting parents all over the world, Ciara offers a number of packages, that include an evaluation, a personalized plan, and consultations & follow-ups to fit your needs.
Check out additional recommended resources on sleep here.
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