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Unlocking Entrepreneurship: Seizing Opportunities When Baby Sleeps!
Starting a business while caring for a young child might seem like an impossible feat, but for many parents, the arrival of a new baby brings unexpected opportunities and creative endeavors.
This Mompreneur had just moved to a new city and was establishing her new business. They wanted to enjoy their new life and business in their new hometown, but their child was not sleeping well. Both parents were so exhausted and unmotivated and feeling frustrated.
They were desperate to find pockets of time to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.
This is when they contacted me. Time was of the essence as their child was 18 months and they felt they are already “lost time”. Within 2 weeks, we made tremendous improvement.
Suddenly they had time and bandwidth for brainstorming ideas or carving out focused work sessions during nap times, Both Parents Got their Life Back so they could enjoy their new life in a new city and grow their own business.
“It is the BEST MONEY WE EVER SPENT. My advice is do not wait to get help. Your baby and life will be better. It's Incredible. I felt guilty and kept asking myself, "why can't I help my baby sleep well". Me and my husband kept thinking our daughter would "just figure it out" and so we kept putting it off. At age 18 months, we were feeling desperate. When we called Joanna, she was understanding. Together we created a good sleep plan and encouraged us to keep going...we felt good as parents. Most importantly, our daughter is sleeping. She is so happy now. We have a routine for naps and night time. We know the day will go well. I am now sleeping well too. I now have the focus and energy to work and my business is sky rocketing. Joanna, We are so thankful you. We recommend you all the time and when we have another baby we will call you!”
So, if you are feeling a newfound drive and creativity sparking new entrepreneurial endeavors, but your child’s sleep struggles is taking up too much of your time, please know there is help and hope available. You do not have to delay your dreams. With the help from a sleep coach, along with your determination and strategic time management, launching a business, alongside caring for a young child, becomes not only feasible, but a testament to your incredible adaptability and resilience.
Are you struggling with your child’s sleep? Could you use some support?
The first step to see if I can help you achieve beautiful, blissful sleep is to schedule a 60 minute ZOOM sleep strategy session. Go to this link and complete the contact me form and I will be in touch within 24 hours with directions on how to schedule your Sleep Strategy Session.
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.
The Blissful Baby Stairway to Sleep
Please join my Sleep is Bliss Tribe in Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn so we can stay connected and you can continue to get amazing resources on sleep and family wellness.
Sleep is Bliss, Let's Get you more!
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Hi, my name is Francesca. I'm like totally I'm speaking low. Cause my baby's napping right now, but we contacted Joanna when She was about when our daughter was about a year And three months, she was never a great sleeper since the time she was born. And we always assume that at some point she was going to get it and she was going to sleep,
but he got to a point where just getting up at night, you know, she'd wake up a couple of times at night and especially me. I just felt really guilty. How can I not get my baby to sleep? I mean, it just seems so simple. You just tired and your sleep. So we were pretty desperate. We'd been putting it off my husband and I both believe that at some point she's going to get it.
And she didn't. So we found John on Google, we talked to her, she seemed really understanding as a parent. You you're always scared to feel judged I guess, but from the get-go she made us feel super comfortable on the greatest part is that she gave us a plan and she told us that it was normal and that it happened to a lot of people and just having a coach,
you know, cause we tried several things, but the issues that we didn't stick with them. So when you have a coach, you have somebody telling you it's okay, just keep going, keep going. Or you see little improvements day by day. And it's really encouraging. So what Jada did for us, honestly, it's the best money I think we've ever spent.
It just made us feel good as parents. Most importantly, our daughter's sleeping and you can tell when her demeanor or her development, she's just a way happier kid. She was always happy. But now she's just incredibly happy for me. Now I can have a routine because now I know when she's sleeping, you know, when she's not being, I know first,
first, now if I get my workout psycho nap, I can do some work. Same for my husband. So we have a better home structure. We're not just kind of playing it by ear and hope, hoping that the day will go, okay, we know he's going to go, okay. And interestingly enough, I have a home business. You don't realize how,
how non-functional you are, where you don't sleep. I never seen my baby started sleeping my business just skyrocketed because I can focus now. And again, I can dedicate time. So, you know, it's a short video. I can't even explain what it's done for our lives. I totally recommended don't wait there earlier. You do this the better you'll be.
Your baby will be better. Your family will be better and you can just focus on, on other stuff. It's just, you just take so much time to just be stressed out of all baby, not sleeping. John. I took I think two weeks and she was w we saw results already. She was sleeping through the night, I think after the first week.
And after the first couple of weeks, she was not being incredible. Like Gianna, just so thankful. You know, anybody that asks me, I'll totally recommend you. And you know, we have another baby. We're talking to you again. Thank you so much.
Let's Normalize Asking for Help
Today, I want to chat about something that's near and dear to my heart: asking for help. Yep, you heard me right! Let's make it the new normal.
You see, as parents, we often put tremendous pressure on ourselves to have all the answers, to be the superhero in our child's life 24/7. But let's take a step back and remember something crucial: it's okay not to know it all. It's okay to seek support when we need it most.
Here's the thing: if your little one is sick, where do you turn? You head straight to the doctor, right? It's a no-brainer. So why should it be any different when it comes to other challenges our children face, like sleep issues or feeding struggles?
Your role as a parent is not to do it all yourself. It's not about having a magical manual that gives you all the answers. No, your job is to get your child what they need, plain and simple. And sometimes, what they need is the expertise of someone who's been there, done that, and has the strategies to help.
So, let's ditch the shame and guilt that often comes with asking for help.
Seeking guidance from a sleep coach, lactation consultant, or child psychologist doesn't mean you're failing as a parent. It means you're doing everything in your power to support your child's well-being.
Think of it this way: finding an expert who can lend a hand is a powerful act of love. It's saying, "Hey, I care so much about you that I'm going to bring in someone who can help us navigate this challenge together."
And guess what? This doesn't take away from your abilities as a parent. Not one bit. In fact, it shows just how committed you are to being the best parent you can be.
As our children grow older, our role as their support system evolves too. Just think about when they're gearing up for college applications or preparing for that first big job interview. We don't expect them to go it alone, do we? No way! We rally behind them, seeking tutors for that tough calculus class, coaches for the soccer team, advisors for career guidance. It's all part of the journey of helping them become independent, resilient adults. So, just as we don't hesitate to enlist the help of experts for these pivotal moments, let's apply that same mindset to the earlier years. Seeking support isn't a sign of weakness; it's a reflection of our dedication to giving our children the best possible start in life.
So, let's break down those barriers to asking for help. Let's create a community where reaching out for support is not only accepted, but celebrated. Because, at the end of the day, we're all in this wild, beautiful journey of parenthood together.
Here's a list of options for support in the early years, ranging from sleep coaches to various therapists and support groups:
Sleep Coaches: Experts who can provide guidance and strategies for improving your child's sleep habits and routines.
Feeding Therapists: Professionals who specialize in addressing feeding difficulties, whether related to breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or introducing solids or picky eating or issues with food textures..
Lactation Consultants: Certified professionals who provide expert guidance and support for breastfeeding mothers, helping with latch issues, milk supply concerns, and more.
Potty Training Coach: Specialists who can assist with the sometimes tricky process of toilet training, offering personalized strategies and tips.
Vision Therapy: For children experiencing vision-related challenges, vision therapists can provide exercises and interventions to improve visual skills.
Occupational Therapy: Professionals who help children develop the skills needed for daily activities, such as fine motor skills, sensory processing, and self-care routines.
Parent Support Groups: Communities of like-minded parents who come together to share experiences, advice, and emotional support.
Prenatal, Birth, and Postnatal Doula: Trained professionals who offer physical, emotional, and informational support to expectant mothers during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.
Physical Therapy: Therapists who work with children to improve physical abilities, strength, coordination, and mobility.
Remember, each child is unique, and what works for one may not work for another. Don't hesitate to explore these options and find the right fit for your child's needs. Asking for help isn't a sign of weakness—it's a proactive step towards supporting your child's growth and well-being.
Here's to embracing the power of asking for help, to supporting one another, and, most importantly, to helping our little ones thrive.
So if you current is bedtime battles or many wake-ups at night than you might need some expert sleep support. Let’s start with some accurate and reliable information about the 5 things that kept your child awake last night.
Are you struggling with your child’s sleep? Could you use some support solving it?
The first step to see if I can help you achieve beautiful, blissful sleep is to schedule a 60 minute ZOOM sleep strategy session. Go to this link and complete the contact me form and I will be in touch within 24 hours with directions on how to schedule your Sleep Strategy Session.
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.
The Blissful Baby Stairway to Sleep
Please join my Sleep is Bliss Tribe in Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn so we can stay connected and you can continue to get amazing resources on sleep and family wellness.
Sleep is Bliss, Let's Get you more!