Sleep challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate them alone. I'll help you understand what's getting in the way of better sleep and guide you through my gentle, personalized plan for your baby.
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Evidence-based, gentle sleep consulting for babies, toddlers, and young children from a certified pediatric sleep consultant.
Tired of fighting for sleep every day?
Does this sound like you?
Bedtime takes forever. And you're thinking about it all evening, knowing how things will go. You know you'll be rocking, feeding, or holding your baby for what feels like hours just to help them fall asleep.
When your baby finally sleeps, they wake shortly after and wake again many times throughout the night. You wake up exhausted every morning. Then naps are short and unpredictable.
You're running on empty and unsure what to do.
And the more advice you read, the more confusing everything becomes.
When your days and nights revolve around trying to get your baby to sleep, it can be frustrating and overwhelming.
But it doesn't have to stay this way.
I promise you there is a way to improve things for the whole family. You can get your evenings and nights back. Your sweet baby can get the restorative sleep they truly need.
And you don't have to do it alone.
Imagine bedtime feeling predictable instead of stressful. Instead of rocking and pacing the room every night, you feel calm and confident as you settle your baby to sleep. You feel connected to your baby at bedtime, and when your baby wakes during the night, you know what to do.
Your baby is getting the rest they need and you finally have your sleep back. You feel calm and like yourself again, and have some time just for you.
And you have a plan you understand and feel good about implementing, tailored just for you and your baby.
Baby sleep can feel like a complex mission -
But I make the plan simple
So many families come to me exhausted after trying every trick in the book. But working without a custom strategy is like launching blindly. If just one key detail is out of sync - a daily schedule tweak, or a shift in their sleep space - you wind up completely off course.
Between midnight Googling and endless conflicting advice, it’s completely normal to feel lost.
But once you have a clear plan built around your unique baby, turning an all-night waker into a rested Sleepyhead becomes much more straightforward. Both you and your little one will finally get the full night of sleep you deserve.
Sleep training is not one specific method, and it does not have to mean leaving your baby to cry alone.
At its simplest, sleep training is the process of helping your baby learn to fall asleep and return to sleep with less help over time. How you get there can look very different from one family to another.
For some families, that may mean gradually reducing rocking or feeding to sleep. For others, it may mean changing how you respond to night wakings or building more consistent bedtime routines. Either way, there are many gentle approaches you can use that don't involve letting your baby cry it out.
There is no single “right” way to do it. The goal is to find an approach that is gentle, realistic for your family, and structured enough to create meaningful change.
You don't have to choose between supporting your baby and improving their sleep. With the right approach, you can do both.
Do any of these sound familiar?
Does your baby need to be fed, rocked, held, have their pacifier replaced, or have you nearby to fall asleep? We'll look at whether your baby's sleep associations are making it difficult for them to settle without your help, then create a plan to help them gradually settle with less assistance.
Does your baby fall asleep in your arms only to wake the moment you put them down? We'll work on helping your baby get comfortable falling asleep in their crib from the start, rather than relying on a transfer after they've already fallen asleep.
Is your baby waking shortly after falling asleep or many times throughout the night? We'll look at their schedule, sleep associations, bedtime routine, and what happens when they wake to determine what's contributing to those wakings. Then we'll create a plan to help your baby get back to sleep more easily and work toward longer, more restful stretches of sleep.
Is your baby starting the day earlier than you'd like? We'll look at your baby's schedule and sleep environment, determine what's contributing to those early wake-ups, and work toward a more reasonable morning start.
Are naps short, unpredictable, or a struggle to get through? We'll look at your baby's schedule, sleep needs, wake windows, and nap routine to determine what's getting in the way. Together, we'll make changes to help your baby get more consistent and restorative daytime sleep.
Has your baby's sleep suddenly fallen apart after things were going well? We'll figure out what's changed and what your baby needs at this stage, and help you get back to more settled sleep.
Are you replacing the pacifier over and over throughout the night? We'll look at whether your baby is ready to become less dependent on it and find an approach that works for your family.
Whatever sleep challenge you're facing, we'll get to the root of what's going on and create a plan to help you move toward better nights and more restful sleep.
Reserve your 2-week support package
Tell me about your baby's sleep
Within 3 days, you receive a personalized sleep strategy with clear, practical next steps. Then, you get personalized guidance and support every step of the way.
No guessing or overwhelm, just clarity.
30-minute sleep assessment call to review your intake form and ensure a tailored approach
Fully personalized step-by-step sleep plan designed specifically for your baby and your parenting style
60–90 minute consultation to walk through the plan in detail so you feel confident from the start
Two weeks of ongoing email support as you implement the plan
Mid-point check-in call (if needed) to refine and adjust the approach
Continuous review of sleep logs with responsive plan adjustments as required
Final wrap-up review with clear recommendations to support long-term, independent sleep habits
Optional Support Extension: Additional weeks of email support are available at $100 per week for families who would like continued guidance.
About Me
Gentle methods for peaceful nights
Hi, I’m Laurie Pinsky, founder of Mission Sleepyhead and certified pediatric sleep consultant based in Montreal, Quebec.
As a mother of three, I understand how deeply sleep impacts family life. I combine evidence-based sleep education with a gentle, personalized approach to help families build healthy and sustainable sleep habits.
You know your baby best. My role is to give you the knowledge, guidance, and support to help you feel confident about what to do next.
If you're ready for more restful nights and happier days, I'd love to help you get there.
Why families choose Mission Sleepyhead
A plan built around your baby
Your plan is based on your baby’s sleep needs, habits, temperament, and your family’s goals. No generic schedules or one-size-fits-all methods.
Gentle, but effective
You can make meaningful changes to your baby’s sleep without relying on a traditional cry-it-out approach. We’ll find an approach that feels right for your family while still moving toward real change.
Support while you make changes
You won't be left on your own. You’ll have personalized guidance and support as you put your plan into practice, troubleshoot challenges, and make adjustments along the way.
Practical guidance for real life
Your plan needs to work in your actual home, with your routines, your baby, and your family’s schedule. We’ll focus on changes that are realistic to implement and sustainable over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
I work with babies and toddlers from the newborn stage until 5 years old. Every family's support is tailored to your baby's age, development, and your family's goals.
No, I don't believe in leaving babies alone to cry until they fall asleep. I use responsive, age-appropriate methods that teach independent sleep while respecting your baby's needs. Some tears can be part of learning a new skill, but my goal is always to support your family while keeping tears to a minimum.
Every baby is different, but many families begin seeing improvements within a few days. Most babies adapt to their new routine within 1–2 weeks, especially when the plan is followed consistently.
Some crying is completely normal when learning a new skill. I'll prepare you for what to expect and guide you through the process, so you feel confident every step of the way.
Absolutely. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to sleep. Your plan is personalized based on your baby's age, temperament, sleep history, and your parenting style.
Yes! You're not expected to figure everything out on your own. I'll be there to answer questions, troubleshoot challenges, and adjust the plan if needed.
Yes. If your baby still needs night feeds, we will include them in the plan. Sleep training does not automatically mean night weaning, and we always take your baby’s age, development, and needs into account when deciding what is appropriate.
If something isn’t going as expected, we will take a closer look at what’s happening and adjust the plan so it better fits your baby and your family’s needs. I will guide you through any changes and troubleshooting during your support period so you’re not left trying to figure it out alone.
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If you have any other questions, click below to contact me, I answer all my emails and will be happy to help.
You don’t have to figure this out alone.
Let’s create a sleep plan that fits your baby and your family’s routine.
You’ll be guided step-by-step from start to finish.
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