Gentle Sleep Coach

One of the two "big things" that have taken up all of my time lately has been working on achieving my Gentle Sleep Coach certification through Kim West (better known as The Sleep Lady).  I actually started this training around the first of the year, but the past few weeks have been the most intense.  I was completing case studies and my final exam.  The happy news is, I'm done!  Now I'm just waiting to finalize the details before I put the official logo on my website and all my materials.

Of course, I've really enjoyed the training, but it will also really benefit all of my clients.  I had the opportunity to work with some of the most knowledgeable experts in the country to learn more about many issues that impact kids and their sleep.  It probably goes without saying that Kim provided priceless insight into the behavioral side of sleep coaching and that her feedback on my cases has made me better at what I do.  Here are some of the other topics and guest experts:

• Creating Secure Attachment with Kent Hoffman, PhD from the Circle of Security
• Post Partum Depression with Dr. Shoshana Bennett ("Dr. Shosh")
• Medical Issues that impact sleep with Dr. Lewis Kass
• Colic/Reflux with Dr. Bryan Vartabedian, author of Colic Solved
• Impact of Sensory Issues on sleep
• Pacifiers, Cosleeping, Nightmares, and Night Terrors
• How Potty Training Impacts Sleep Coaching

I am really looking forward to using my new training to be an even better sleep coach and help even more families!