“I Was Skeptical at First”: What Parents Learn After Working With a Pediatric Sleep Consultant
Lacy Hess • June 15, 2025
Why Parents Who Were Skeptical About Sleep Training Are Now True Believers
If I had a dollar for every time a parent told me, 'I was skeptical at first,'
I’d have quite the collection by now. And I get it. When you’re deep in the trenches of sleepless nights, short naps, and bedtime battles, it’s hard to believe that someone else could tell you something you don’t already know. After all, you’ve Googled everything, read the blogs, asked your pediatrician, and maybe even tried a few sleep tips without success.
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But here’s the thing I’ve learned as a pediatric sleep consultant: having the right information is only part of the solution. Knowing how to apply it to your unique child’s situation is where the transformation happens.
Here are the top lessons I hear again and again from parents who started out skeptical—but walked away amazed at the difference a little guidance and support made:
1. Realizing How Much Sleep Babies Actually Need
Most parents are surprised to learn just how many hours of sleep their little ones should be getting. Once we work together to build a schedule that aligns with those biological sleep needs, everything starts to fall into place. Overtired babies are often cranky, restless, and wake frequently. A well-rested baby? That’s a game changer.
2. Understanding and Applying Age-Appropriate Wake Windows
It’s not just about when your baby sleeps, but also how long they stay awake. Wake windows that are too short or too long can lead to difficulty falling asleep or frequent night wakings. Together, we tailor wake times based on your baby’s age, temperament, and current sleep habits to optimize every nap and night.
3. Learning to Put Baby Down Calm and Awake (Without Sleep Props)
This is one of the biggest mindset shifts—and victories. Many parents rely on feeding, pacifiers, rocking, or bouncing to get their baby to sleep, not realizing it’s actually disrupting their baby’s ability to learn independent sleep skills. Once we work on creating a routine that allows your little one to fall asleep calmly and on their own, things start to click.
4. The Power of a Simple Bedtime and Naptime Routine
It might seem too easy to be true, but a consistent and calming routine before sleep does wonders. Babies and toddlers thrive on predictability, and when they know what to expect, they settle more easily. Bonus? That 1:1 connection time during the routine often becomes a parent’s favorite part of the day.
5. The Right Sleep Environment Makes a Huge Difference
A dark, cool room, a crib that’s safe and cozy, and a sound machine with continuous, low rumbly noise—these simple adjustments are often overlooked. But when we optimize your baby’s sleep environment, it removes so many hidden barriers to good rest.
You Might Already Have the Information—But You Don't Have to Do It Alone
Sometimes we have all the pieces in front of us, but we aren’t sure how to put the puzzle together—especially when we’re exhausted and second-guessing everything. That’s where I come in.
As a pediatric sleep consultant (and mom who’s been there twice!), I help parents like you get unstuck. You already have the skills—you just need someone to help you apply them with confidence.
With expert guidance, reassurance, and a plan that fits your family, your child can become a great sleeper.
The parents I’ve worked with can’t believe the difference. Babies who were once waking every 2 hours or napping for only 20 minutes now sleep peacefully through the night and get the rest they need during the day.
Every Baby Is Different—And That’s Why Support Matters
Your baby is not like anyone else’s.
That’s why cookie-cutter advice doesn’t always work. When we work together, we customize a plan for your child and your unique situation. You don’t have to figure it all out alone.
As parents, we often feel like we should be able to do it all—but the truth is, it takes a village. And when it comes to sleep, I’m part of yours.
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