From Exhausted to Empowered: How Sleep Coaching Transformed This Working Family’s Life
If you're a working parent running on fumes, you're not alone. Jake and Olivia, like so many families, were caught in the exhausting cycle of sleepless nights with their 17-month-old son.
With only four broken hours of rest each night, both parents were overwhelmed, sleep-deprived, and desperate for change.
That’s when they found me and everything started to shift.
The Breaking Point: Sleep Deprivation and Burnout
Before reaching out for support, Jake and Olivia were tag-teaming throughout the night, trying everything they could to soothe their son. Nothing worked. The toll it took on their relationship, their health, and their ability to function at work was becoming unbearable.
“We were getting maybe four hours of broken sleep a night. It was just causing chaos in our lives and something had to change”.
As a dual-income family with a full schedule and high demands, they needed more than a quick fix. They needed a personalized, sustainable sleep solution and that’s exactly what we created together.
A Personalized Sleep Coaching Journey
Every child is unique, and their son was no exception. Sensitive and particular, he needed a specific set of conditions to learn the skill of independent sleep. One-size-fits-all approaches weren’t going to cut it.
Through gentle, responsive, and hands-on coaching, we developed a plan tailored specifically to his temperament and the family's lifestyle. Jake courageously led the process at home, and his commitment made all the difference.
“Getting the one-on-one help was a really important part in our case for sure… and just being able to adapt to his changing needs every day, that was the key.”
Sleep Success: A Hands-Free Bedtime Routine
Today, bedtime in their home looks radically different. At 7:30 PM, they read a book, put their son in his crib, and walk away. No rocking, no bouncing, no middle-of-the-night wakeups. He sleeps through the night—9 to 10 hours straight.
“We literally put him into bed at around 7:30 and he just falls asleep on its own and it’s hands free and it’s so easy.,”
Weekends are now beautifully structured, with reliable naps from 12–2 PM giving Jake and Olivia precious time to relax, run errands, or simply enjoy quiet moments.
A Stronger Father-Son Bond
One of the most beautiful, unexpected results of the sleep coaching journey was the deepened bond between Jake and his son. Rather than being the “tough parent” or disciplinarian, Jake found himself more connected and attuned to his little one’s needs than ever before.
“I feel closer to him now. I’m more in tune with his needs and his wants. That’s definitely been a huge plus,” Jake reflected.
And for Olivia? She gets a break and a partner who’s confident and capable at bedtime.
The Ripple Effect of Rested Parents
When babies sleep, families thrive. With their evenings restored, Jake and Olivia can now:
Reconnect as a couple
Catch up on chores, calls, and errands
Plan date nights and confidently leave their son with family
Show up as present, patient parents—even on Mondays
For Working Parents Wondering If Sleep Coaching Is Worth It...
Let Jake’s words be your encouragement:
“Don’t be afraid of it. And don’t assume that you can’t be helped. We were there too and now everything is different.”
Ready to Transform Your Family’s Sleep?
At Blissful Baby Sleep Coaching, I believe that sleep is a learned skill, and every child is capable of learning it—with the right guidance and support.
Whether you’re a working parent juggling deadlines or simply a family in need of rest, know this: there is always help and hope available.
If you’ve been hesitating, wondering if sleep coaching is right for you, let me reassure you: the hardest part is deciding to start. From there, with expert guidance and your dedication, the progress will come quickly. This is your chance to transform your life in a way few other things can.
Ready to take the leap? Let’s talk about how sleep coaching can create your family’s transformation. You deserve this. Your baby deserves this. And your future self will thank you.
Let’s start with an easy first step, schedule a Sleep Strategy Session so me, you and your partner can have an 1 hr long zoom session so I can properly assess the sleep situation and determine if you need one-on-one sleep coaching support.
Let’s get your baby sleeping—and get YOU your sanity back.
If you are still wondering if I can help, please know I do NOT advocate 'cry-it-out'. I am a Gentle Sleep Coach. If you want to learn about my guilt-free and gentle process, please go to these links.
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