How exactly does a child sleep consultation work?
Intake Form
You will be asked to fill out an Intake Form. The information you provide on this form is very important and will walk me through your child’s sleep history, family make-up, temperament, current schedules, sleeping/feeding issues, etc.
Introductory Phone Call
After I've received your intake form, I will send you a link to my scheduler. Here you'll set up a 10 minute phone call where we'll "meet" and determine which sleep package is the best fit for your family. When you purchase a consultation, the next step is creating your child's customized sleep plan*.
Customized Sleep Plan
As soon as you purchase a package, we'll set up a longer phone call to dive into your specific concerns. We'll come up with a plan together that's comfortable for you and that feels manageable. A detailed sleep plan will be passed along to you via email, and you'll have the opportunity to respond with questions or areas that need to be "tweaked" so that it feels comfortable for your family. The optional days/types of support follow over the course of 2 weeks.
It typically takes children 2 weeks to show signs of permanent progress. If you choose a package that includes phone calls and/or email support, please know that you can spread these out over the course of the 2-week consult to ensure success. You'll also be expected to send me daily sleep logs and follow the sleep plan closely throughout the entire 2 weeks.
I want you to know that I see healthy sleep as a top priority in child rearing. Without it, the whole family suffers and the effects on the child with sleep issues will follow him/her into adulthood. I will never push you to do anything that causes you or your spouse to feel uncomfortable. If at any time you disagree with a recommendation, please let me know and I won’t hesitate to switch things up so that it feels good to you.
As soon as we agree on a plan, I expect that you will follow through and be consistent with your child(ren). Child sleep training is only successful when parents and caregivers stick together, stay consistent and practice patience. It took your child months to develop unhealthy sleep practices, and it won’t be an overnight fix! Together we will show your sweet little guy or gal how to fall asleep, stay asleep, and grow to have many happy, well-rested days. Happy Healthy Sleep offers child sleep training in Ohio and in any other state.
*All consults with the exception of the 1 day of Email and 1 hr. Phone packages.